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Speaking Up without Freaking Out By Matthew Abrahams
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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN: 9781465290472
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+
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Author: Matthew Abrahams
Release Date: August 13, 2010
Genre: Business & Finance
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Speaking Up without Freaking Out: The Paperback Guide to Confident, Anxiety-Free Presenting
About the Book
Speaking Up Without Freaking Out gives you 50 practical, science backed techniques to manage speaking anxiety and present with real confidence, whether you’re on stage, in a meeting, or presenting virtually.
About the Author
Matthew Abrahams teaches strategic communication at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business. He has coached professionals through high stakes moments like IPO roadshows, TED talks, and World Economic Forum presentations, and hosts the popular podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who gets nervous speaking in front of others, whether that’s a boardroom, a classroom, or a video call. If your heart races before a presentation, these techniques are built for you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How can I stop being nervous when public speaking?
A: Start with your breathing and body before you even start talking. This book walks through simple techniques like grounding and pacing that calm your nervous system in the minutes before you speak.
Q: Is this book good for complete beginners at public speaking?
A: Yes. The techniques are written in plain language and don’t assume any prior public speaking experience, making it a great starting point for nervous or first time speakers.
Q: What makes Speaking Up Without Freaking Out different from other public speaking books?
A: It focuses specifically on anxiety management rather than general speech writing, with techniques backed by research from a Stanford communication instructor.
| Weight | 250 g |
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| Dimensions | 12.7 × 1.27 × 17.53 cm |
Inside, you'll find 50 bite sized techniques rooted in real psychological and physiological research on anxiety. Each one is easy to try right away, from calming your body before you speak to structuring your thoughts so you sound clear under pressure. You'll learn why speaking anxiety happens in the first place and how to work with it instead of fighting it. By the end, you'll have a personal toolkit you can reach for before any presentation, meeting, or big conversation.
