Be the Best Bad Presenter Ever: Break the Rules, Make Mistakes, and Win Them Over (AGENCY/DISTRIBUTED) - Softcover

"Best book that I have read that looks beyond the superficial rules associated with presenting and gets at the heart of what it takes to effectively communicate with your audience."
--Jerry Stritzke, CEO, REI

"This book shows you how to connect with any audience, large or small, and motivate them to take action on your ideas."
--Brian Tracy, author of Eat That Frog!

"Whether you're in front of huge crowds or just presenting an update at a table, these tips and techniques are immediately usable."
--Matthew Jauchius, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Nationwide

"Be the Best Bad Presenter Ever is my second favorite book on public speaking!"
--Malcolm Kushner, author of Public Speaking for Dummies

"Public speaking is the #1 fear of almost everyone. People are more afraid of speaking to a group than they are of snakes, spiders, or even burglars. But fear no more! Karen Hough's new book shows you how to feel your fear and do it anyway. Learn how to fumble, stumble, or even forget your lines--but still deliver a killer presentation!"
--BJ Gallagher, coauthor of A Peacock in the Land of Penguins

"Karen's book just makes me want to get out there and do it. Be yourself and damn the torpedoes! How refreshing."
--Rick Gilbert, author of Speaking Up

One reason public speaking is such a nightmare for so many people is that they think they have to be “perfect.” They drive themselves crazy trying to conform to all sorts of handed-down rules that tie them up in knots and put their audiences to sleep. Karen Hough says you can throw out those rules, relax, be yourself, make “mistakes,” and connect with your audience much more effectively than the guy with the impeccable PowerPoint slides.

Hough has used her unique presentation approach to take the anxiety out of one of the greatest fears in business. Her book debunks over a dozen myths about presentations to make them more fun and natural for everybody. Its authenticity and passion that win people over not polish. But you can’t be authentic if you’re following someone else’s rules. Hough shows how you can embrace your own style and communicate your message without worrying constantly about antiquated dos and don’ts. Follow Karen’s “bad advice” and you’ll be surprised to learn you’re actually a naturally skilled presenter.