Wink: Transforming Public Speaking with Clown Presence

by Don Colliver Narrated by Don Colliver

Overview

"This book is a breakthrough, a powerful tool for anyone who cares enough to give a speech or presentation."

-Seth Godin, Author, This is Marketing

 #1 Amazon Best Seller

¿ Struggle to connect when you communicate?

¿ Gripped by the fear of failure as you prepare for a presentation?

¿ Worry that you don't have the charisma to truly move your audience?

In Wink, you will learn to communicate more deeply and effectively than ever before through authenticity, listening, and play: the Secrets of Clown! Blue Man, touring theatrical Clown, and professional speaker Don Colliver explains simple, practical, research-based tips for preparation, nervousness, perfectionism, humor, and more.

But don't let your typical Clown associations scare you! Clown Presence is a heightened state of interpersonal communication-and Wink is your definitive guide.

Thanks to Don's popular public speaking courses delivered internally at Google and around the world, hundreds of nervous speakers have transformed into more effective communicators through Clown Presence. This book will show you how to unlock these secrets in your public speaking!

• Communicate more confidently, compellingly, and effectively, even in front of the most challenging audiences.
• Partner with your listeners so they find you more likable, warm, and engaging.
• Respond easily to technical hiccups, unexpected questions, and other presentation surprises.
• Conquer perfectionism and learn how imperfection is key to getting your audience on your side.

Learn to use the power of Clown Presence to more deeply connect with your audience and more successfully communicate your message. Begin your public speaking transformation and buy now!

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"This book is a breakthrough, a powerful tool for anyone who cares enough to give a speech or presentation."

-Seth Godin, Author, This is Marketing

"Every once and a while you read a book that changes your entire perspective, and Don's Wink was one of those books. Wink is full of useful advice, practical structures, and powerful stories that gave me a process to connect more deeply with my audiences. Buy this book!"

-Stephen Rabin, Fmr. Senior Advisor & Speechwriter, NASA

"Absolutely unique! Should be required reading for anyone seeking to break away from their canned bullet points to fearlessly engage with their audiences, written by an expert in the field. Full of clown secrets that build presenter-audience relationships that feel genuine and real. DEFINITELY a need for this in the world!"

-Scotch Wichmann, Cybersecurity & Privacy, Meta (formerly known as Facebook)

"Couldn't stop reading! Wink is sure to become one of the go-to books for anyone interested in improving their presentations. Don's actionable approach comes from someone who has clearly been in the spotlight, and having a compassionate expert talk you through this hugely important topic is invaluable. Cannot recommend highly enough!"

-Danny da Cruz, CEO/COO, renewable energy and private equity

"I've read many business communication books, but this is one of the most practical and profound ones I've ever come across. Full of useful tips for every level of speaker to help them unlock humor and connection to build trust and likability. A must-read."

-Kevin Danaj, President & CEO, MVP Collaborative

Product Details

BN ID:	2940176863994
Publisher:	Colliver Communications
Publication date:	07/04/2022
Edition description:	Unabridged

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