In today's high-tech world, it's cool to be a geek. But it's not cool to talk like a geek. Even a Geek Can Speak shows anyone how to express complex ideas in ways that are simple, that connect with listeners, and that persuade. Focusing Your Message: One internet security executive won over non-technical business owners by focusing on the importance of internet security to the business world. Result: Listeners said - I'm buying that stock. Keeping it Simple: A software consultant steered clear of the technical details when pitching to a CEO and focused on three key points: saving money, security and competitiveness. Result: He won the business. Telling Stories: A telecommunications saleswoman spoke to a users' group and illustrated her points with stories, rather than dwelling too much in detail. Result: A jump in new orders. Not Looking Like a Geek: An internet executive learned to connect with his audience merely by energizing his voice. Result: He received praise unlike any he'd received before.

Even a Geek Can Speak

Business & Money

Joey Asher

Marketing & Sales

Persuasive Speaker Press

How to Win a Pitch will help you learn how to: Develop presentations that win contracts. Create connections to secure business relationships. Identify, discuss and fulfill client needs effectively. Veteran business coach Joey Asher has helped his clients win over five billion dollars in new business contracts. He uses his former experience as an attorney and journalist to help readers and clients rise above their competition. He has authored two previous books, Selling &amp; Communication Skills for Lawyers and Even a Geek Can Speak: Low-Tech Presentation Skills For High-Tech People.

How to Win a Pitch: The Five Fundamentals That Will Distinguish You From the Competition

Every day, business people bore listeners with presentations that ramble on, make no clear points, and fail to address the audiences key concerns. This book lays out a plan for ridding the world of lousy presentations. Learn how to: Create rifle shot presentations that hit the mark and satisfy listeners. Answer questions in a way that inspires confidence. Deliver messages in a style that makes you look and sound like a leader. Overcome fear of public speaking.

15 Minutes Including Q&A: A Plan to Save the World From Lousy Presentations

Job Hunting & Careers

Most data-driven presentations stink. They're boring. They're confusing. They're stuck in the weeds. But it doesn't have to be so. You can use the story-telling tools of Hollywood directors like Steven Spielberg to make any presentation exciting. Learn how to: Grab your audience by establishing high strategic stakes. Tell your story simply and quickly. Build in twists and turns with lots of Q&amp;A. Connect with your listeners like the most likable Hollywood stars.

Riveting Data: How to Make Any Presentation Exciting Using Hollywood Storytelling Techniques

Selling And Communication Skills for Lawyers

ALM Publishing