Speaking-as-a-Leader

Speaking As a Leader | Judith Humphrey

Speaking-as-a-LeaderSpeaking as a Leader:

This was book was written by Author Judith Humphrey about leadership and communication. The ability to speak with clarity, conviction, and influence is critical to leadership. To be truly effective, leaders must be able to inspire action every time they speak – from formal and informal presentations to conference calls, one-on-one conversations, and impromptu discussions. Speaking as a Leader meets this goal by enabling you to speak as polished, inspirational leader in every interaction.

n this eye-opening guide, aspiring (and established) leaders can enhance their reputations and influence by following a few simple steps. Speaking as a Leader:

  • Shows how to structure your thoughts and message in any situation using a four-step model

  • Offers tips on listening effectively, in three dimensions
  • Details why you are the best visual and how to avoid “Death by PowerPoint”
  • Offers guidance on taking the “numb” out of numbers
  • Includes tips on moving from subject to message

Table of Content

STEP 1: THINK LIKE A LEADER 9

Chapter 1: Begin with Vision 11

Chapter 2: Think beyond Hierarchies 17

Chapter 3: Move from Information to Inspiration 27

Chapter 4: Move from Negatives to Positives 35

Chapter 5: Speak with Conviction 41

Chapter 6: Listen, Listen, Listen 49

Chapter 7: Commit to Communicating 59

STEP 2: SCRIPT YOURSELF AS A LEADER 69

Chapter 8: What Is a Leader’s Script? 71

Chapter 9: Open with a Grabber 77

Chapter 10: State Your Subject 87

Chapter 11: Lead with a Message 91

Chapter 12: Develop a Persuasive Structure 101

Chapter 13: Close with a Call to Action 113

STEP 3: USE THE LANGUAGE OF LEADERSHIP 121

Chapter 14: Speak with Clarity 123

Chapter 15: Take the “Jar” out of Jargon 131

Chapter 16: Be Conversational 137

Chapter 17: Be Personal 145

Chapter 18: Be Eloquent 153

Chapter 19: Don’t Be . . . Um . . . Tentative 161

Chapter 20: Take the “Numb” out of Numbers 167

Chapter 21: Jokes Are Not for Leaders 173

STEP 4: ACHIEVE A LEADER’S PRESENCE 177

Chapter 22: Bring Your Script to Life 179

Chapter 23: You Are the Best Visual 187

Chapter 24: The Eyes of a Leader 191

Chapter 25: Suit the Action to the Word 203

Chapter 26: Find Your Leader’s Voice 215

Conclusion: Always Leading, Always Influencing 225

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