This is an indispensable guide to effective public speaking. Whether you wish to prepare for a conversation with the bank manager, a meeting with a handful of business colleagues or a speech to hundreds of delegates at a conference, Speak for Yourself offers practical advice, tips and techniques to build you confidence. - Based on Cristina Stuart's highly regarded teaching seminars - Cristina Stuart shows how even the most nervous can become successful public speakers, simply by mastering the basic steps - Discover the importance of preparation and planning, understanding your audience and the vital components of voice, appearance and body language - Informatively written and clearly presented, Speak for Yourself will enable you to acquire the confidence and enthusiasm to get your message across - The advice is relevant whether you are addressing a small meeting or giving a speech at a major conference