Classic Podium Humor
- 244 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Contains a collection of humorous stories plus examines the use of humor in speeches, and includes tips, pitfalls and strategies.
James C. Humes Books
James C. Humes is a distinguished author and speechwriter whose work delves into the intricacies of political communication and leadership. With a profound understanding of the art of persuasion and strategic writing, Humes explores how effective rhetoric shapes public opinion and influences historical moments. His analyses highlight the power of language and its capacity to inspire, inform, and mobilize audiences. His writing career showcases a dedication to articulating core ideas that define political and societal discourse.
The Wit & Wisdom of Benjamin Franklin
Treasury of More Than 900 Quotations and Anecdotes
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Continuing the popular Wit & Wisdom series, this treasury of quotations and anecdotes illuminate the life and achievements of America's most beloved patriot: Benjamin Franklin.
In this book, a well-known speech writer and brilliant public speaker explains how to use humor effectively in speeches for every occasion and for any type of audience. Included are more than 600 humorous stories and anecdotes from the author's own collection -- stories and anecdotes that anyone can use to enliven a speech.In Part One of "Podium Humor," the author discusses from the speaker's standpoint as well as from that of the audience. With numerous examples he explains what humor is made of, what triggers laughter, how to tell a story, and how to use humor to build suspense. From the basics supplied by the author, you learn how to develop your own humorous stories to suit your individual needs.Part Two of the book features a cross-indexed collection of humor: anecdotes, stories, and one-liners on many topical subjects. The author shows you how to work these humorous pieces into your speech by suggesting "lead-in" lines for particular stories plus "bridge" lines to return to the main sppech.Whether you wish to use humor to start or end a speech, to illustrate a point, or to establish rapport with an audience, "Podium Humor" will give you practical, easy-to-follow advice and a wealth of humorous material for use in your next speech.
The Wit & Wisdom of Winston Churchill
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A treasury of more than 1,000 quotations by and anecdotes about one of the most erudite, clever, and eloquent statesmen in history, Sir Winston Churchill - an extremely entertaining compendium of bon mots and trivia ideal for speakers, students of history, World War II buffs, and general readers. "Courage is rightly esteemed the first of human qualities... because it is the quality which guarantees all others.""It is wonderful how well men can keep secrets they have not been told.""Dogs look up to you, cats look down on you. Give me a pig. He just looks you in the eye and treats you as an equal.""A fanatic is one who wont change his mind and cant change the subject."
In this book, James C. Humes candidly accounts all the famous people he has met over the past fifty years, including Presidents Eisenhower, Nixon, Ford, Reagan, Bush, Kennedy, and Truman, Sir Winston Churchill, Queen Elizabeth II, Richard Burton, Orson Welles, Shirley MacLaine, John Updike, Ezra Pound, and many others.
Nixon's Ten Commandments of Leadership and Negotiation
His Guiding Priciples of Statecraft
- 196 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The book presents a collection of vignettes that highlight Nixon's strategic prowess and negotiation tactics in foreign policy. Through insights from a former White House speechwriter, it explores the fundamental principles that contributed to Nixon's achievements. These lessons are framed as applicable strategies for leaders across various fields, offering a blend of historical analysis and practical guidance for effective leadership.
A former presidential speechwriter draws on the experiences and techniques of Winston Churchill and American politicians to provide a practical guide to preparing and delivering business speeches
