Those principles, which President David O. McKay shared in 1905, will reduce your fear and increase your effectiveness next time you speak in a meeting of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
(and get one for your high councilman)!
I promise you: If you remember President McKay’s 3 keys next time you speak — even if you stop scrolling at the end of this sentence, even if you don’t buy the book — you’ll enhance the lives of everyone who listens to you (and your own life).
ONE-PAGE SUMMARY of the 3 KEYS: A concise, practical guide to help you prepare your next talk
Opener Advice: How to draft and deliver the first words in your talk
Example Generator: How to find stories to share
Anti-Anxiety Elixir: Tips to be less nervous as you speak
The book is like a good talk: It’s brief, inspiring, filled with examples, and sprinkled with humor.
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Here’s what you’ll learn as you follow the simple, soothing advice shared by President McKay, who was the ninth president of The Church of Jesus Christ and one of the most effective speakers in the church’s history:
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“Get more confidence when you speak — read this book!”
— Bonnie D. Parkin, former general Relief Society president
“These are the right three principles. When we use these principles, people not only understand us, they can’t misunderstand us.”
— Greg McKeown, bishop and author of Essentialism
“Never lose sleep again over giving a talk! This book will give you the skills and confidence to be outstanding.”
— Dr. Terri Anne Flint, LCSW, therapist, teacher, writer
“If you’re anxious before a talk, this book is spiritual Pepto Bismol.”
— Jeni Jones, a Primary teacher who doesn’t much like public speaking
“Give a copy to your high councilman. President McKay’s advice really works!”
— H. Gary Pehrson, former president, Connecticut Hartford Mission
“The advice here about telling stories and how to find the right stories is especially inspired. People of all ages love stories. We often remember them more than any other part of a talk!”
— Blair M. Kent, stake president
Who I Am:
I’m an engaging speaker (sometimes just to the birds in my backyard) and a writer. I worked in healthcare management and marketing for 35 years and previously was a speechwriter and jokewriter in business and politics.
I’ve lectured at conferences and seminars of medical, professional, and community groups on subjects including living well, customer service, stress management, employee engagement, and humor at work (which should never be an oxymoron). (Unless you’re an undertaker.)
I seek every day to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I’ve served as a bishop, a youth leader, and a teacher. My previous book, Lengthen Your Smile, is a best-selling collection of brief stories (most of them funny) that illustrate gospel principles.
God bless you as you share your stories and insights —
