Talk Like TED The 9 Public Speaking Secrets Of World's Top Minds Carmine Gallo Book

Talk Like TED: The 9 Public Speaking Secrets of World's Top Minds by Carmine Gallo is a smart, practical guide for anyone who wants to deliver presentations that inspire, persuade, and stick. Ideal for business leaders, teachers, students, and anyone looking to overcome stage fright, this paperback edition breaks down the techniques used by top TED speakers so you can craft TED-style talks of your own. With clear step-by-step advice from an experienced communications coach, it's a trusted resource for confident public speaking and effective storytelling.

This BRAND NEW paperback (ISBN: 9781509867394) translates high-profile TED Talks into actionable principles. Carmine Gallo — a bestselling author, Harvard instructor, and communications advisor to global brands — analyzes the most popular TED presentations and interviews top speakers to reveal the nine habits that make talks memorable. From emotional connection to jaw-dropping moments and the famous 18-minute rule, Gallo’s methods are practical, research-backed, and ready to use.

What’s inside

• Unleashing the Master Within — Learn how passion and authenticity create instant audience trust.
• Delivering Jaw-Dropping Moments — Discover techniques for creating vivid, unforgettable moments that stick.
• Sticking to the 18-minute Rule — Master concise, focused delivery so your message lands every time.
• Step-by-step methods to design, rehearse, and deliver presentations that are engaging, persuasive, and memorable.

Why readers love this book

• Written by Carmine Gallo, author of international bestsellers like The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs and The Storyteller's Secret.
• Combines storytelling, research, and practical tips — trusted by professionals and educators.
• Easy-to-follow advice for creating presentations that work in business meetings, classrooms, and conferences.

This book is more than theory — it’s a hands-on toolkit. Whether you’re preparing for a keynote, a classroom lesson, a sales pitch, or a job interview, the actionable checklists and examples help you build confidence and connect with any audience. The guidance is suitable for newcomers to public speaking as well as experienced presenters seeking to sharpen their delivery and impact.

Benefits at a glance

• Transform nervousness into confidence with proven presentation techniques.
• Create memorable moments that boost audience engagement and retention.
• Save time preparing speeches with a clear, repeatable framework.
• Perfect for use in corporate training, school curricula, public speaking clubs, or personal development.

Perfect as a gift for aspiring speakers or a practical addition to a teacher’s toolkit, Talk Like TED is a timeless resource that empowers readers to speak with clarity, charisma, and credibility. From award-winning research into real TED Talks to real-world advice from a bestselling author and communication coach, this paperback is a compact, reliable guide that helps you communicate like the world’s top minds.