Ted Talks
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A must-read insider’s guide to creating unforgettable speeches and changing people's minds.
Done right, a talk can electrify a room and transform an audience’s worldview; it can be more powerful than anything in written form. This “invaluable guide” (Publishers Weekly) explains how the miracle of powerful public speaking is achieved, and equips you with essential communication skills to give it your best shot. There is no set formula, but there are tools that can empower any speaker.
Since taking over TED in 2001, Chris Anderson has worked with all the TED speakers who have inspired us the most, and here he shares insights from such favorites as Sir Ken Robinson, Salman Khan, Monica Lewinsky, and more—everything from how to craft your talk’s content with effective storytelling to how you can develop a commanding stage presence.
This is your official guide to mastering the art of the talk, revealing:
- Idea Building: Learn how to find a concept worth sharing and structure it into a compelling narrative that holds an audience's attention.
- Presentation Literacy: Discover the modern toolkit for effective speaking, from scripting and visuals to mastering your delivery on the day.
- Overcoming Fear: Turn public speaking anxiety into an asset with practical advice on managing nerves and connecting authentically with any room.
- Insider Insights: Go behind the scenes with TED curator Chris Anderson and learn the secrets behind the most memorable talks from speakers like Sir Ken Robinson and Monica Lewinsky.
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About Chris Anderson
CHRIS ANDERSON is the curator of TED. Trained as a journalist after graduating from Oxford University, Anderson launched a number of successful magazines before turning his attention to TED, which he and his nonprofit acquired in 2001. His TED mantra—“ideas worth spreading”—continues to blossom on an international scale. He lives with his family in New York City.
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