Book Review "Speak to Win: How to Present with Power in any Situation"

•  Book Identity

   Title : Speak to Win: How to Present with                         Power in any Situation"

    Author : Brian Tracy

    Publisher : Amacom

    Year : 2008

    Total of pages : 209

• Synopsis

 Speed to Win by Brian Tracy is a book that provides direction or guidance on how to speak in public. Tracy emphasizes in his book that speaking well can make you more respected and appreciated by others. 

In the first chapter explains the art of speaking and rhetoric where there are three elements of persuasion according to Aristotle namely logos, ethos and pathos. These three elements are very important in public speaking. Chapter 1 also explains about how to structure simple or short and complex or long speeches and practice is the key.

in the next chapter Tracy emphasizes simple planning or preparation because in his book explains 90% of the success of speaking is dependent on how self-preparation.in his book It explains how the formula used in speaking is: PREP (opinion, reason, example, reaffirmation). Second, the "glass wiper" method. 

Facts-stories-facts-quotes-facts-illustrations and thirdly using mnemonic techniques or word associations to remember the content of the speech without notes. Tracy also emphasizes self-confidence and mental mastery because it is most important.

in the next chapter also emphasizes that the importance of first impressions when speaking in front of an audience Brian Tracy explains that it is the first 30 seconds of the audience that has begun to judge the speaker so it is very important to appear confident, smile and make eye contact from the start.Tracy also explains how to master small group meetings. Ensure meetings are clear and purposeful and stay on topic. 

Vocal mastery and powerful voice are also highlighted by Brian Tracy because voice is influential in speaking in order to convey the message well to the audience.

 Tracy emphasized breathing and articulation exercises to strengthen the voice and voice clarity because developing vocal mastery can increase the power of persuasion and the impact of the entire presentation.

The importance of vocal mastery through intonation volume, pauses and voice training is essential for delivering messages with emotional power is needed in speaking in front of a crowd. 

Speaking techniques used by speakers also Tracy emphasized to pay more attention to techniques such as the use of humor, personal stories, and visualization to attract attention and strengthen connections with the audience.

Tracy also emphasized that how to master the presentation room through movement, body position and interaction to appear confident and control the atmosphere. And a strong closing when speaking in front of an audience. 

from the entire content of the book from Bryan Tracy is very helpful to readers especially how to speak in front of a crowd or to an audience and how techniques are used in order to speak confidently and complete guidelines are recommended to readers. 

• The disadvantage from the book

-This book is very good and uses simple language so that it is easily understood by readers, especially with practical guides that are very easy to practice.

-This book also contains tips that are very helpful to readers and are simple but very useful tips for readers.

• The disadvantage from the book

-The book's approach is general and overly motivational so there is a tendency. But overall the content is very good and very helpful to readers which is highly recommended.