How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling Ch 3
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What significant event occurred two months after enrolling in the training program?

  • The individual received a promotion at work.
  • The individual attended a baseball game.
  • The individual delivered a speech in Chester. (correct)
  • The individual joined a different training course.

    • How did the author's speech affect their self-confidence?

  • It decreased their willingness to engage with others.
  • It significantly boosted their self-confidence. (correct)
  • It made them feel more anxious about public speaking.
  • It had no effect on their self-confidence.

    • What important realization did the author come to about public speaking?

  • The best speakers are those who never practice.
  • Practice and experience are essential to overcome fear. (correct)
  • Public speaking should be avoided to prevent anxiety.
  • Public speaking is more valuable when taught in large classes.

    • What recommendation does the author make for those struggling with fear?

    <p>Join a practical public speaking course.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the author's experiences during the public speaking training?

    <p>He served as superintendent of a Sunday school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which personal connection did the author emphasize as influential after delivering his speech?

    <p>J.Borton Weeks, an attorney.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key benefit did the author attribute to the training course?

    <p>It enhanced his ability to express ideas convincingly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason the author felt he could not accept the invitation from the Y.M.C.A.?

    <p>He lacked confidence in public speaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted the author to seek help with his public speaking fears?

    <p>A letter from the Y.M.C.A.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate reaction of the educational director when the author expressed his desire to overcome his fears?

    <p>He invited him to observe a public speaking class.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the instructor of the public speaking course that the author attended?

    <p>Dale Carnegie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the author's initial performance in front of the audience during his first speech?

    <p>He struggled and felt terrified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did observing the previous speaker affect the author?

    <p>It made him feel competent by comparison.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the subject of the speech the author was invited to give at the Y.M.C.A.?

    <p>The Three C's: Clean Living, Clean Character, and Clean Sport.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the long-term impact of the author's experience that night thirty years ago?

    <p>It led to a career in public speaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overcoming Stage Fright Through Public Speaking

    • Author overcame fear of public speaking through a public speaking course
    • Initially felt utterly incapable of speaking to a large group
    • Realized needing to overcome timidity to succeed
    • Visited Y.M.C.A. in Philadelphia and inquired about a public speaking course
    • Enrolled in a public speaking course taught by Dale Carnegie
    • Course involved practice speaking in front of groups

    Course Experience and Benefits

    • Experienced initial nervousness and fear during speaking exercises
    • Self-criticism and comparison to other speakers helped build confidence
    • Developed comfort in speaking, even to large audiences
    • Praised for ability to hold an audience's attention for 30 minutes, earning positive feedback

    Impact on Career and Life

    • Improvement in public speaking led to speaking opportunities
    • Spoke at a Y.M.C.A. event in Chester, Pennsylvania, receiving positive feedback
    • Developed greater self-confidence and courage
    • Public speaking training broadened author's vision and enthusiasm
    • Helped express ideas more effectively to others
    • Overcame fear and developed self-confidence
    • Public speaking transformed author from a shy to confident individual
    • Became better known by speaking at events
    • Built a powerful connection with J. Borton Weeks, a prominent attorney
    • Became influential in business circles

    Advice for Others

    • Encourages others to take public speaking courses to overcome fear
    • Importance of practice and active participation, rather than simply attending lectures
    • Suggests forming a speaking group if formal courses aren't readily available
    • Emphasizes the practical application of training for maximum improvement
    • Author used his training in other settings like Sunday school teaching
    • Public speaking skills vital for career success and self-expression
    • Strong correlation between public speaking ability and confidence in individual interactions.

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    This quiz explores the journey of overcoming stage fright through a public speaking course, focusing on the transformative experience of learning to speak confidently in front of large groups. It delves into the challenges faced and the benefits gained from structured practice and feedback. Discover the impact on personal and professional growth gained from mastering public speaking skills.

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