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This program is read by the author
Victoria Wellmans Before You Say Anything invites listeners into the gamechanging creative process of New Yorks busiest speechwriter delivering actionable insights for anyone tasked with speaking in public
In the age of information and influence the ability to authentically express yourself in words has become both a rite of passage and an essential skill for anyone who wants to make a differencehowever modest or grandin their family community workplace or at the podium in front of thousands And yet the conventional wisdom around what resonates for todays speakers and their audiences has failed to evolve leaving speakers wondering how they will craft a speech that provides the individuality originality and authenticity our culture demands While we cant all be the next Amanda Gorman however there is a roadmap every speaker can followregardless of their experienceto elevate a narrative from serviceable to unforgettable This is true whether you are roasting a colleague at an office party delivering a keynote industry address accepting an award or eulogizing a loved one
In Before You Say Anything Victoria Wellmanthe founder and president of Manhattanbased speechwriting company The Oratory Laboratoryshares her unique methodology for researching reimagining crafting and delivering a professional quality speech by focusing on three core objectives respect for the audience the restless pursuit of originality and intentionality behind every word Full of hilarious anecdotes and examples from Wellmans extensive experience as the goto speechwriter for power players and everyday people from around the world Before You Say Anything is an irresistible antidote to the ageold doctrine of what a speech must include Instead it will leave readers with an enlightened and refreshing way of thinking about their sources ideas and material and a strategy of putting it all to use
A Macmillan Audio production from St Martins Press
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