'Enlightening, insightful and savvy this book is packed with brilliant ideas. Probably one of the most clear, concise and useful books I have ever read on the subject.' Paul McGee, 'The Sumo Guy' and author of Self Confidence: The Remarkable Truth of Why a Small Change Can Make A Big Difference

Sarah Lloyd-Hughes is founder of Ginger Training & Coaching and is an experienced, energetic and empowering speaker, coach and writer working with individuals to support them in reaching their potential. She has taught thousands of people of all ages across three continents from professionals in India to young people in inner city London. Sarah's workshops are bursting with fun, practical and extremely powerful ways to improve your public speaking and she currently works with professionals wishing to become key people of influence in their field, supporting them to become passionate, authentic and inspiring speakers. .

About the author Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1 It Starts With Authenticity PART ONE AWARENESS The foundations of excellent speaking. Get rid of your speaking quirks and step into powerful expression. Chapter 2 Your Body Chapter 3 Your Voice PART TWO EMPATHY Gain the respect of your audience by focusing on their needs. Chapter 4 Preparing with empathy Chapter 5 Managing the crowd PART THREE FRESHNESS Create memorable public speaking experiences with creative content. Chapter 6 Wonderful Words and Vibrant Visuals Chapter 7 Ingenious Interactivity PART FOUR BALANCE Develop structures that are powerful and aid your memory Chapter 8 The Balancing Act of Structure PART FIVE - FEARLESSNESS Battle through your comfort zone to become an expert Chapter 9 Understanding Fear Chapter 10 Tools For Developing Fearlessness PART SIX - AUTHENTICITY Chapter 11 It Ends With Authenticity The Road Ahead Appendix 1 Public Speaking Ingredients List Appendix 2 The Um Game Appendix 3 Wonderful Words Bingo Appendix 4 Design Your Stage Persona Appendix 5 Further Resources