Description
Book SynopsisMore than a mere outline or storyboard, scripting is a powerful technique that assists you in getting the right structure and content, in the proper order. This is a guide to the communication dynamics of writing, presentation delivery, and meeting interaction. It teaches you how to use "scripting" to plan for communication events.
Trade Review"...light-hearted text combines proven techniques, advice, and real?world examples..." (
Mechanical Engineering, May 15, 2003)
"...cheerily demystifies technical writing and presentation..." (American Scientist, September-October 2003)
"...a worthwhile book and I would recommend it to those looking to shore up their communications skills..." (Clinical Chemistry, Vol. 49, No. 12)
Table of ContentsPreface.
Preface to the First Edition.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction to the Art of Communication.
PART I: The Written Document-Prose and Panic.
Chapter 1: Planning the Document.
Making the Connection
Establishing the Flow
Providing the Reinforcement
Zero-Time Planning
Chapter 2: Acquiring a Healthy Writing Attitude.
Preparing to Write.
Anticipating the Readers' Needs.
Enthusiasm: Enjoying It and Avoiding Writer's Block.
Zero-Planning Attitude Adjustments: Theirs, Not Ours!
Chapter 3: Producing the Document.
Simplicity: Why Overcomplicate the Task?
Isolation: Get Away from the Interruptions.
Zero-Time Preparation Techniques: They Get What They Pay For!
PART II: The Formal Presentation-Dissertation or Disaster.
Chapter 4: Planning the Presentation.
Making the Connection.
Providing the Flow and Reinforcement.
Zero-Time Planning.
Chapter 5: Acquiring the Successful Presentation Attitude.
Preparing to Present.
Taking the Proper Precautions.
Developing a Healthy Indifference.
Zero-Planning Attitude Adjustments.
Chapter 6: Conducting the Presentation.
Poise.
Confidence.
Dignity.
Zero-Preparation Presenting.
Handling the Video Teleconference.
PART III: The Informal Discussion-Meetings and Mishaps.
Chapter 7: Planning for the Meeting.
Attending or Avoiding Meetings.
Filtering Meetings.
Planning the Meeting.
Zero-Time Planning.
Chapter 8: Acquiring a Meeting Attitude.
Preparing.
Anticipating the Unexpected.
Zero-Planning Attitude Adjustments.
Chapter 9: Participating in the Meeting.
Starting the Meeting.
Interacting in the Meeting.
Finishing the Meeting.
Zero-Preparation Techniques.
How to Plan and Conduct the Meeting Yourself.
PART IV: Cross-Culture Communication—Bridging the Gap.
Chapter 10: Understanding a Communication Culture Gap.
Negating Troublesome Differences.
Leveraging Useful Similarities.
Communicating Effectively.
Chapter 11: Writing for Any Readership.
Getting in Character.
Getting Back to the Basics.
Staying on Track.
Zero-Time Techniques.
Chapter 12: Presenting to Any Audience.
Planning for the Unknown.
Getting Acquainted.
Keeping Together.
Zero-Planning Techniques.
Chapter 13: Meeting with Anyone or Any Group.
Preparing for the Encounter.
Generating Comfort.
Making It Enjoyable for Everyone.
Zero-preparation Techniques.
Chapter 14: Conclusion.
Index.
About the Author.
