Oral Communication
- 3 Courses | 59m 36s
- 7 Books | 13h 28m
- 10 Audiobooks | 45h 25m 25s
Effective oral communication is a vital skill for success. Learn how to better communicate your thoughts and ideas to all audiences. Discover why communication between professionals is the foundation of a great business relationship. You'll learn that speaking to others is about much more than just sharing ideas, it is also about connecting with others. Here you'll explore ways to enhance your oral communication skills.
COURSES INCLUDED
Writing and Preparing an Effective Speech
Not everybody is a natural public speaker. Public speaking is a skill , one that requires significant planning and preparation. It involves developing written communication skills and learning how to deliver your writing in public. In this course, you'll learn how to write a speech by setting the aim of your speech and considering your audience and theme. You'll also be introduced to best practices for planning and researching a speech. And you'll learn how to check your written speech and ensure the grammar is correct.
7 videos |
18m
Assessment
Badge
Conquering the Challenges of Public Speaking
Most people find the task of public speaking daunting. But with enough practice and preparation, anyone can be effective at delivering a speech. Being a competent public speaker allows you to showcase your work and deliver an effective presentation. However, you won't convey your message if you fail to engage your audience, handle audience challenges that arise, and tackle your nerves and anxiety. In this course, you'll learn about the basics of good speech delivery and dealing with some of the most common challenges of public speaking, such as handling difficult questions or hecklers in your audience. You'll also find out methods of overcoming public speaking anxiety.
8 videos |
22m
Assessment
Badge
Keeping Business Calls Professional
In business, one of the oldest communication tools is still among the most important - the telephone. However, although it so common and widespread, many people lack the verbal communication skills needed to create a positive impression when using the phone. In this course, you'll learn about some basic rules of etiquette that will help improve your phone skills and keep your business calls professional. You'll explore general best practices, and how to make and receive calls professionally. You'll also learn some best practices for using a cell or smart phone, and how to record and leave effective voicemail messages.
7 videos |
18m
Assessment
Badge
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BOOK SUMMARY
Speak Like a CEO: Secrets for Commanding Attention and Getting ResultsSpeak Like a CEO will teach you the speaking techniques used by top CEOs and business leaders. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
12m
By Suzanne Bates
Book
The Fast Track Guide to Speaking in PublicIncluding 12 of the most dreaded situations you might encounter as a speaker, this practical guide discusses the style and structure of typical speeches including delivering a keynote speech, participating in a panel, conducting a workshop, and more.
2h 59m
By Jan Yager
Book
Painless Presentations: The Proven, Stress-Free Way to Successful Public SpeakingGuiding beginners on their journey into public speaking, this easy-to-understand book gives you no-sweat tips for delivering speeches that win over your audiences every time and teaches you that giving speeches doesn't have to be painful.
2h 11m
By Lenny Laskowski
Book
How to Speak so People Really Listen: The Straight-Talking Guide to Communicating with Influence and ImpactOffering the guidance you need to become a brilliant communicator and wow your audience, this book helps you avoid the most common mistakes people make when persuading others and shows you how to communicate in a way that truly gets your voice heard.
2h 14m
By Paul McGee
Book
The Leader's Guide to Speaking With Presence: How to Project Confidence, Conviction, and AuthorityA concise tool kit containing more than 100 practical tips for creating and communicating meaningful messages with presence and authority, this handy guide helps readers achieve the kind of genuine presence that leads to lasting trust and quantifiable influence.
40m
By John Baldoni
Book
Speaking Up: Surviving Executive PresentationsFeaturing extensive comments from executives explaining exactly what they want and don't want in a presentation, this unique book offers revelatory insights into the minds of the men and women at the top-information that is crucial to understanding what they're looking for from presenters.
2h 45m
By Frederick Gilbert
Book
SPeak Performance: Using the Power of Metaphors to Communicate Vision, Motivate People, and Lead Your Organization to SuccessMetaphors can activate vision and mission statements, enliven goals and objectives, and literally align every aspect of an organization in the direction it needs to go. This book shares the author's proprietary method of developing metaphors for use by any leader of people, whether the manager of a department or the CEO of an entire organization.
2h 27m
By Jim Walz
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AUDIOBOOKS INCLUDED
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
Brief: Make a Bigger Impact by Saying LessIn Brief, author Joseph McCormack provides an insightful look into the importance of brevity in the workplace. In this Review, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
9m 19s
By Joseph McCormack
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
Speak Like a CEO: Secrets for Commanding Attention and Getting ResultsSpeak Like a CEO will teach you the speaking techniques used by top CEOs and business leaders. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
22m 5s
By Suzanne Bates
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
The How of Wow! A Guide to Giving a Speech That Will Positively Blow ‘Em AwayThe How of Wow! offers a huge variety of tips and techniques to ensure your speech stands out from the crowd and guarantee your message is delivered in a memorable way. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
16m 55s
By Tony Carlson
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
The Art of Talking to Anyone: Essential People Skills for Success in Any SituationIn The Art of Talking to Anyone, author Rosalie Maggio discusses the steps you can take to become a successful conversationalist at work, at home, and in the community. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
23m 31s
By Rosalie Maggio
Audiobook
Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital AgeThis audio edition investigates how a flight from conversation undermines our relationships, creativity, and productivity-and why reclaiming face-to-face conversation can help us regain lost ground.
13h 12m
By Sherry Turkle
Audiobook
Overcoming Fake Talk: How to Hold Real Conversations that Create Respect, Build Relationships, and Get ResultsIn this audio edition, business communication guru John R. Stoker offers proven advice for turning challenging confrontations into rewarding exchanges that foster collaboration, improve performance, and achieve results.
8h 11m 11s
By John R. Stoker
Audiobook
Mastering the Art of Oral Presentations: Winning Orals, Speeches, and Stand-Up PresentationsThis audio edition is your expert guide to delivering memorable and effective speeches and presentations.
5h 34m 25s
By Dan Fulop, John Parker Stewart
Audiobook
Conversational Intelligence: How Great Leaders Build Trust and Get Extraordinary ResultsThis audio edition presents a framework for knowing what kind of conversations trigger the lower, more primitive brain; and what activates higher-level intelligences such as trust, integrity, empathy, and good judgment.
6h 32m 46s
By Judith E. Glaser
Audiobook
NLP: The Essential Handbook for Business: Communication Techniques to Build Relationships, Influence Others, and Achieve Your GoalsThis audio edition contains numerous examples and practical exercises that will help you use NLP to improve your career and achieve success at work, whether in the private or public sector, and regardless of your current role.
6h 49m 1s
By Jeremy Lazarus
Audiobook
The Art of Talking to Anyone: Essential People Skills for Success in Any SituationThis audio edition provides all the tools you need to speak up with confidence, to charm and persuade, and to talk your way through any situation-successfully.
3h 54m 12s
By Rosalie Maggio
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SKILL BENCHMARKS INCLUDED
Oral Communication
Effective oral communication is a vital skill for success. Learn how to better communicate your thoughts and ideas to all audiences. This benchmark evaluates your understanding of this topic. Being aware of potential knowledge gaps allows you to better understand your current competency and areas for improvement, so you can find suitable content and curate your own learning path. The courses recommended at the end of this benchmark can help you fill potential gaps in your knowledge.
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