Public Speaking: An Audience-Centered Approach Value Pack (Includes Contemporary Classic Speeches DV

The unique, audience-centered approach of this top-selling book emphasizes that success in public speaking depends on how listeners interpret the message. "Public Speaking: An Audience-Centered Approach "brings theory and practice together. Its distinctive and popular approach emphasizes the importance of analyzing and considering the audience at every point in the speech making process. This model of public speaking is the foundation of the book, and it guides the reader through the step-by-step process of public speaking, focusing their attention on the dynamics of diverse audiences, and narrowing the gap between practice and the real world. The seventh edition includes a new emphasis on helping speakers manage communication apprehension. The updated edition of "The Interviewing Guidebook" focuses on integral skills needed for successfull information-gathering and the employment interview, including the resume and letters that are part of the interview process. Preparation worksheets, exercises, guides to online help, and scenarios for applying these skills make this brief and user-friendly book extremely practical for anyone preparing for an interview.