As anyone who's watched a great speaker knows, the best speeches don't sound like speeches. The best presentations don't feel like presentations. Rather, a great speaker makes listeners feel they're being addressed directly. And that is the secret to great public speaking: Make every speech or presentation as natural and direct as a one-on-one conversation.

This expert and accessible guide reveals not just why this approach works, but how to do it. You'll learn: The six truths of human interaction-and how to use them at the podium, The three steps to inspiring any audience, The seven secrets of using your voice and body language effectively, The seven tools every speaker uses-or misuses. Whether you're addressing a few colleagues or a packed auditorium, the practical and simple techniques in this insightful guide will help you connect with and inspire every listener.