Taking the Stage - How Women Can Speak Up, Stand Out, and Succeed

A women's guide to extraordinary communication skills Leaders need to seize every opportunity to influence and inspire-every time they communicate . Unfortunately, many women often find themselves ceding power and influence because of their natural style of communication. Taking the Stage offers women leaders-no matter their profession, age, or cultural background-a complete guide for learning what it takes to master the skills to become an accomplished and effective communicator. Communication expert Judith Humphrey reveals how women leaders can enhance their position by expressing themselves with confidence and courage in everyday situations-from a speech on the largest stage to the most informal of phone calls or hallway conversations. The information, skills, and suggestions outlined in Taking the Stage are drawn from the author's successful training program delivered by The Humphrey Group to over 100,000 women around the world. Step by step Humphrey shows how to have your voice and ideas heard and reveals how to engage, influence, and inspire your listeners every time. A step-by-step women's guide to effective communication Reveals how to get your ideas across and earn respect Offers tips on developing your listening skills Shows how to frame your thoughts and message for maximum impact At last, women leaders have the hands-on resource for learning how to become extraordinary communicators. Taking the Stage offers inspiration and power to women who want to develop a commanding presence in their communications.