Overview
Many women today wonder: what will it take to get that seat atthe boardroom table? Earn that coveted promotion? Or simply havetheir voices heard? Taking the Stage provides acomprehensive, proven approach that enables women to come forwardinto the spotlight and speak up, stand out, and succeed.
Based on a program from the Humphrey Group that has beendelivered to over 400,000 women worldwide, Taking the Stageshows women—no matter their age, rank, orprofession—how to communicate with courage and confidence inevery situation, from formal speeches to brief hallwayconversations. Judith Humphrey provides the inspiration andpractical advice for women to “take the stage”mentally, verbally, vocally, and physically. Women can make themost of every opportunity by understanding how best to:
- Speak up confidently, even when others don’t agree;
- Convey their accomplishments without self-doubt;
- Be assertive but not aggressive;
- Deliver clear and convincing messages;
- Move beyond “minimizing” language and apology;
- Find their own powerful and authentic voice;
- Achieve confident body language and a leadership presence.
By applying these techniques and others to everycommunication— whether making a presentation, speaking atmeetings, conducting an elevator conversation, or sellingthemselves in job interviews—women will be recognized as theleaders they are and attain positions of influence.
For women at all stages of their career, and for managers andexecutives committed to supporting and guiding women on theirleadership journeys, Taking the Stage is the practical,broad-based solution that will allow women to speak up confidently,gain respect, earn the promotions they deserve, and secure theirplaces at the boardroom table.
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