Public Speaking for Psychologists – David B. Feldman (Paperback / Soft Cover)

A Lighthearted Guide to Research Presentations, Job Talks, and Other Opportunities to Embarrass Yourself

Public speaking is one of the most common fears. Few people look forward to talking in front of others and even fewer do it as effectively as they could. A career in psychology and its related fields involves extensive public speaking, so you will need to learn to do it well. With time and practice, you too can become a confident and effective presenter.”Public Speaking for Psychologists”is a practical and lighthearted guide to planning, designing, and delivering a presentation. The first half of the book covers the nuts-and-bolts of public speaking: preparing a talk, submitting an abstract, developing your slides, managing anxiety, handling questions, and preventing public-speaking disasters. The second half applies these tips to common presentations, such as research talks, poster presentations, job talks, and talks to lay audiences. Throughout the book, the authors – both experienced presenters – offer realistic advice, useful tips, and humorous stories of embarrassing mistakes they’ll never make again.

Author: David B. Feldman
Format: Paperback / Soft Cover
Pages: 160
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