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Expert Advice on Delivering an Unforgettable, Stirring Oration or LectureA good leader must be intelligent, charismatic, strong, and inspiring. A good leader must stir passion and instill knowledge in the minds of followers, whether in the field of business, medicine, politics, sports, or entertainment. A memorable speech is a powerful tool for demonstrating leadership and inspiring listeners for years to come.But giving a stirring, memorable speech is not as simple and easy as it sounds. In A Leader's Guide to Giving a Memorable Speech, Dr. Donald J. Palmisano shares proven tips on delivering an inspiring and motivating speech. Drawing from his popular seminar at Tulane University School of Medicine and over 1,000 speeches and interviews, Dr. Palmisano teaches readers how to:•         Use rhetorical devices effectively•         Stay on message•         Practice delivery•         Glean lessons from great speeches of powerful leaders from the past, such as Cicero, Winston Churchill, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Ronald Reagan•         Organize speeches to emphasize the message•         Weave in stories that are unforgettable•         And more!A Leader's Guide to Giving a Memorable Speech belongs on the shelf of every aspiring leader and makes a wonderful gift from parents to their high school and college-aged children.

In the weeks following the presidential election, the question of what truly makes a good leader is on everyone's mind. Anyone can claim to be a leader in times of calm, but crisis situations separate the true visionaries from the false ones. Recent events in global affairs make it increasingly apparent that nations must cultivate and encourage true leaders-and eschew false ones-if they hope to survive. In the wake of the election, Americans are curious to see how our leaders in government will handle the economic and diplomatic challenges of leading our country.Fortunately, effective leadership is a skill that can be taught, especially through the study of exemplary figures of the past. Donald J. Palmisano explores the vital qualities that every American should look for in a leader by gleaning lessons from great figures throughout history. By analyzing the wisdom of famous leaders, readers will learn about the importance of courage, persistence, decisiveness, and communication as the foundation of a strong leader. The Little Red Book of Leadership Lessons, with quotes from antiquity to the present, provides crucial advice for those who aspire to become effective leaders in any position.

Through guided analysis of real-life situations, "On Leadership" provides detailed, practical methods for becoming a true leader. Whether you're looking to improve a management style or inspire others, this book is an invaluable tool--Senator Bill Frist. 24 color photographs.