We’re always on the lookout for resources to help clients become better communicators.
Here are some books that pass muster, along with some published articles authored by our founder Ken Haseley:
Change the Way You Communicate: Why You Should. How You Can. by Ken Haseley
The book provides a practical, comprehensive look at the communication situations those in business will likely face, and the communication skills they’ll need in their professional life.
Mission Point Press, 2021. 225 pp.
Resonate: Present Visual Stories That Transform Audiences by Nancy Duarte
One of the best books on how to craft an effective presentation.
John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2010. 250 pp.
slide:ology: The Art and Science of Creating Great Presentations by Nancy Duarte
Another winner by Nancy Duarte. A smart, practical guide to creating visually sound presentations.
O’Reilly Media, Inc., 2008. 274 pp.
The Essentials of Persuasive Public Speaking by Sims Wyeth
A cleverly written book that can be read in less than an hour, but one that provides solid, useful information.
W.W. Norton & Company, 2014. 165pp.
Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath & Dan Heath
Essential reading for anyone involved in message development (that’s most of us, right?). This book will change the way you communicate.
Random House, 2007. 294pp.
You’ve Got To Be Believed To Be Heard by Bert Decker.
A book that’s been around for a while, but is still worth reading.
St. Martin’s Press, 1992. 300pp.
Your Attention, Please. How to Appeal to Today’s Distracted, Disinterested, Disengaged, Disenchanted, and Busy Audiences by Paul B. Brown and Alison Davis
Other than its title, an easy read – loaded with thoughtful nuggets.
Adams Media, 2006. 224pp.
Pitch Anything: An Innovative Method for Presenting, Persuading, and Winning the Deal by Oren Klaff
A thought-provoking look at how research on how the brain works can be used to create and deliver persuasive pitches and presentations.
McGraw-Hill, 2011, 225 pp.
Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery by Garr Reynolds
Although the book is a bit heavy on Japanese culture and Zen simplicity, it contains useful ideas on presentation design and delivery.
New Riders, 2020. 322 pp.
The naked presenter: Delivering Powerful Presentations With or Without Slides by Garr Reynolds
A book that touches briefly on presentation preparation, but focuses primarily on presentation delivery.
New Riders, 2011. 206 pp.
Published Articles by Ken Haseley:
To Develop ‘Executive Presence,’ Observe and Learn from the Best
Beware: Conference Call Slip-Ups
Developing – And Selling – Your Story
Four Communication Skills for Business Leaders
