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Impromptu : leading in the moment / Judith Humphrey

By: Language: English Publication details: Hoboken : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2018.Description: xiii, 252 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 9781119286752
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 658.4092 HUM
Contents:
Introduction -- Part I: The new world of impromptu -- The rise of impromptu speaking -- Power of spontaneity -- Part II: The impromptu mind-set -- Be intent on leading -- Be a listener -- Be authentic -- Be focused -- Be respectful -- Part II: The leader's script -- Lay the groundwork -- Read your audience -- The scripting template -- Commit to a message -- Make a compelling case -- Beginnings and endings -- Part IV: Impromptu scripts for every occasion -- Meetings -- Job interviews, networking, and elevator conversations -- "Just the big picture" -- Toasts and tributes -- The impromptu speech -- Q & A -- Part V: The impromptu stage -- Rehearse your remarks -- Choose your words -- Use improv techniques -- Find your voice -- Master body language -- Conclusion -- Index
Summary: Drawing upon the best impromptu moments from the Greeks to the present, this book shows you how to think on your feet and respond eloquently in every situation, and provides clear, actionable guidance to help you reach your full leadership potential. -- Edited summary from book.
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Includes index.

Introduction --
Part I: The new world of impromptu --
The rise of impromptu speaking --
Power of spontaneity --
Part II: The impromptu mind-set --
Be intent on leading --
Be a listener --
Be authentic --
Be focused --
Be respectful --
Part II: The leader's script --
Lay the groundwork --
Read your audience --
The scripting template --
Commit to a message --
Make a compelling case --
Beginnings and endings --
Part IV: Impromptu scripts for every occasion --
Meetings --
Job interviews, networking, and elevator conversations --
"Just the big picture" --
Toasts and tributes --
The impromptu speech --
Q & A --
Part V: The impromptu stage --
Rehearse your remarks --
Choose your words --
Use improv techniques --
Find your voice --
Master body language --
Conclusion --
Index

Drawing upon the best impromptu moments from the Greeks to the present, this book shows you how to think on your feet and respond eloquently in every situation, and provides clear, actionable guidance to help you reach your full leadership potential. -- Edited summary from book.

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