Making a Wedding Speech


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So you've been asked to say a few words on the day. The problem is, we don't get much practice, do we? That's why this book will prove so useful to you. It will show you how to prepare and deliver a unique and memorable speech that you can be proud of. What's more, you'll enjoy it! CONTENTS: Finding a captivating opening and compelling close - turning listeners into participants - weaving quotations into your speech - saying it with humour - using your voice well - giving out the right non-verbal messages - having self-confidence and coping with nerves - fifty model speeches About the author John Bowden has over 20 years' experience as a professional trainer and senior lecturer in communication skills. He has written several books on speech making and is a member of the Comedy Writers' Association.




Mitch Murray's One-liners for Business


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You've got to make a speech. Or is it a sales presentation? The circumstances don't matter. You are going to have to stand up, say your piece and be measured in public. And you'll be expected to be amusing too! Calm yourself! Help is at hand. Well in your hand actually! This book will turn your speech into a personal triumph.




The Complete Best Man


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I know exactly what you are thinking. It seemed such a good idea at the time, but now you are beginning to realise there's going to be more to it than just turning up on time and handing over the ring. Am I right, or am I right? Fear not. Whether the happy couple has a traditional white wedding vision or a modernist view of their big day, this handbook will show you how to become their perfect best man...a best man who knows how to combine the best of the old with the best of the new. The groom will be glad he chose you. So pour yourself a cold one, sit back and get ready to learn how to turn a stressful honour into a piece of (wedding) cake.




The Complete Wedding Organiser and Record


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Nothing is left to chance with this new and fully updated edition of The Complete Wedding Organiser. Whether you're planning a traditional church wedding, or a civil ceremony, you'll find the "What, When, Where, and How" in this book -- flowers, guest list, attire, and much more.




One-Liners for Speeches on Special Occasions


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Contains hundreds of one-liners, cross referenced by subject, occasion, function and purpose. The book includes how to keep the audience listening, and how to keep up a good flow.




Jokes at Work


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The author, Matthias Perner (M.A.), was born in Hannover (Germany) and studied linguistics, politics and sociology. He focused on communicational aspects of spoken language and at the same time found himself teaching English and German. It was then that his interest in lexicology, semantics and humour research was aroused and he started collecting data for the present work. Its structural taxonomy and clear analysis of linguistic joke mechanisms and their semantic and textlinguistic formation combines Greimas' approach to structural semantics with modern textlinguistic theories, empirical research and detailed aspects of lexicological semantics.In combination with a very clear and detailed explanation of the concepts involved plus a vast corpus of jokes this book presents a innovative and concise look at jokes both for linguists and those who are interested in humorous aspects of language.




Books Magazine


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The Publishers Weekly


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Wedding Speeches And Etiquette, 7th Edition


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How to face the big occasion with confidence and carry it off with style. So you will be saying a few words on the Big Day. The problem is, we don t get much practice, do we? That s why this practical book will prove so useful to you. Whether you are the best man, the bridegroom, the father of the bride, or other speaker, you will find all the tips and advice you need to prepare and deliver a brilliant, unique and memorable speech that even the most seasoned public speaker would be proud of! Now in its fully revised and updated 7th edition.




Kaapse bibliotekaris


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Issues for Nov. 1957- include section: Accessions. Aanwinste, Sept. 1957-