Elevate your public speaking skills to an extraordinary level
THE EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKER
How to Deliver
Sensational Speeches
A book by
Alan Stevens & Paul du Toit
(Revised Edition)
MASTERCLASS INFO“An enlightening blend of clear explanation and sound practical advice.”
~ Professor David Crystal, Author of the Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
It takes knowledge and expertise to prepare and deliver a truly memorable speech.
Even the greatest speeches require meticulous preparation, repeated rehearsals and expert delivery. For thousands of years, iconic speeches have helped to shape our world – but only because a decision was made to craft something special.
Speech making is a skill that can be learned by anyone.
BECOME AN EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKER
Public speaking requires additional study, application, practice and plenty of experience. Available resources include:
OUR BOOK
Our book has the tips and advice you need to create and deliver sensational speeches. Print version in hard cover. Available electronically in Kindle and PDF formats.
THE EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKER MASTERCLASS
Learn how to plan, structure and deliver sensational speeches with energy and passion. Delivered via Zoom. Practical, informative and life changing.
THE EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKER EXPERIENCE
A one to three day experience, working with Alan and / or Paul personally or in small groups.
ABOUT US
The Exceptional Speaker (revised edition – 2021) is a comprehensive compilation of speaking tips, strategies and best practices by Alan Stevens and Paul du Toit. In support of the book, the authors have a selection of coaching initiatives to develop skills and help you attain your speaking goals.
ALAN STEVENS
Alan Stevens has been speaking internationally for over forty years. He is also an author of a number of books on communication and has received many awards for his service to the speaking profession…
Alan Stevens, FPSA
PAUL DU TOIT
Paul du Toit is a Certified Speaking Professional, presentation skills coach and author of “Your Can Present with Confidence”. He is the founder of Congruence Training and is one of Southern Africa’s most decorated speakers including SASHoF (Hall of Fame)…
Paul du Toit, CSP
TESTIMONIALS
With less and less time in our lives, what we read must add value. It must be practical. We must be able to use something from it. This book satisfies all three criteria.
~ Clive Simpkins, Marketing and Communications Strategist
As a speaker on the global circuit, I have seen a wide range of styles and presentations. Alan and Paul’s book is not only a must read for professional speakers but for anyone who wants to improve their speaking. Packed with tips, useful stories and examples, the book finally captures and shares what it takes to be an Exceptional Speaker.
~ Robin Speculand, Bridges Business Consultancy Int.
I delivered my speech at the festival of female entrepreneurs today and got a standing ovation. So glad I came on your Masterclass, it really helped me to focus and take my speaking more seriously.”
Julie Creffield
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