February 2007 | Vol. 25, No. 2

Looking for a Must Read?

Have you ever wondered how some speakers can captivate you, stay calm and deliver a memorable speech, while others can put you to sleep?

SVU is pleased to offer our members, at a discounted price, a new book from Summer Publishing, titled Knock’em Dead! The Complete Guide to Public Speaking in the Medical Community, edited by Robert J. Daigle, BA RVT FSVU, with chapters written by Rob Daigle, Marsha Neumyer, Ann Marie Kupinski, Don Milburn and Patrick Coon.

“Knock’em Dead!” offers solid advice from experienced contributors from “A” team speakers. This guide offers valuable advice for the first timer, as well as for the experienced speaker!

You’ll learn:

• How to avoid common mistakes in PowerPoint presentations.
• Strategies for writing a successful abstract (such as for SVU’s Annual Conference)
• How to prepare for the big day.
• The secrets of successful speakers.
• How to write and present a scientific presentation.
• How to cope with stage fright; do medications help?
• Tips on formal and informal presentations.
• The success stories and stories of nightmare presentations.
• And much, much more!

This is a must read for anyone who wants to become a good public speaker. Learn from the best! Click here for ordering information.