ABSTRACT

As a student, and in any profession based on your studies, you need good oral communication skills. It is therefore extremely important to develop your ability to converse, to discuss, to argue persuasively, and to speak in public. Speaking for Yourself provides clear, straightforward advice that will help you:

  • be a good listener
  • express yourself clearly and persuasively
  • contribute effectively to discussions
  • prepare talks or presentations
  • prepare effective visual aids
  • deliver effective presentations
  • perform well in interviews.

In short, it will help you to express your thoughts clearly and persuasively – helping to achieve your short and medium-term goals as a student and your career goals.

chapter 1|15 pages

Speaking for yourself

chapter 2|10 pages

Conversing

chapter 3|22 pages

Discussing your work

chapter 4|9 pages

Choosing the right word

chapter 5|15 pages

Using words effectively

chapter 6|19 pages

Preparing a talk or presentation

chapter 7|9 pages

Preparing visual aids

chapter 8|14 pages

Speaking to an audience

chapter 9|11 pages

Finding information

chapter 10|8 pages

Speaking in an interview