Description
Book SynopsisEver wondered why nobody hears you in meetings, or wished people would take you more seriously? Or maybe you feel insecure about your high-pitched voice? This book helps you to discover the power of your voice, understand how it works, and use your voice like a professional whether in meetings, or addressing an audience.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part I: Introducing the Human Voice 7
Chapter 1: Having a Great Voice 9
Chapter 2: Exploring the Amazing Human Voice 27
Chapter 3: Getting to Know Your Own Voice 39
Part II: Beginning with Voice Basics 57
Chapter 4: Discovering How to Breathe Well 59
Chapter 5: Rediscovering Relaxation 77
Chapter 6: Turning Sound into Speech 95
Part III: Playing Your Instrument Well 113
Chapter 7: Exploring Volume and Speed 115
Chapter 8: Filling Your Speech with the Sounds of Music 133
Chapter 9: Expressing Yourself Fully with the Power of Resonance 153
Chapter 10: Uncovering Your Unique Voice 175
Part IV: Beating the Voice Gremlins 193
Chapter 11: Stopping Vocal Sabotage 195
Chapter 12: Putting the Accent on Accents 217
Chapter 13: Conquering Hesitation and Stuttering 235
Part V: Engaging with a Broader Public 257
Chapter 14: Developing Your Public Voice 259
Chapter 15: Tuning In to Others 283
Chapter 16: Cultivating Your Professional Voice 301
Part VI: The Part of Tens 319
Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Sound More Authoritative 321
Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Speak with Charisma 327
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Take Care of Your Voice 333
Chapter 20: Ten Inspiring Voices 339
Appendix A: Resources for Further Developing Your Voice 345
Appendix B: Audio Tracks 351
Index 353
