ABSTRACT

Have you found yourself attending more business meetings, small group discussions, social gatherings, and even family get-togethers online? Due to the ease and accessibility of virtual meetings on the internet, you’re probably discovering that you’re spending more time conducting business and socializing online. Not only as a participant, but you might even find yourself giving a presentation online. Who would have thought?

In this final chapter, you’ll discover the secrets for effectively giving a speech online. You’ll also learn the skills necessary for leading virtual meetings. And finally, you’ll master the guidelines for being a virtual participant in a variety of online activities, including academic and professional work groups. The chapter will conclude with a discussion of being a speaker for a lifetime and developing the heart of a speaker.