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Dr. James Dobson Toastmasters International  "Top Five Speakers of 2000" ~ Educational/Social Over 200 hits on Amazom.com for Dr. Dobson! In the Arms of God by James C. Dobson, Sarah M. Peterson, Jame Dobson, Gary Irving (Photographer), Christopher Talbot Frank (Photographer) Lovingly written for those who are hurting, In the Arms of God is intended to nurture the faith of the wounded and downhearted--encouraging them with the assurance that they are under God's constant care. Life On The Edge by James C. Dobson America's most respected family authority candidly addresses the defining issues that young adults face and the choices—education, marriage, career, vocation—that will impact the rest of their lives.  Life on the Edge helps young adults make the right choices, get control of their lives, and look forward to a meaningful future.  The New Dare to Discipline by James C. Dobson Children need love, trust, affection and discipline.  From one generation to the next, the challenge of helping children into responsible adults doesn't change.  Dr. Dobson's classic Dare to Discipline, a practical, reassuring guide for caring parents, has sold over 2 million copies since its release in 1970.  What gives a book that kind of staying power?  The ability to meet a real, felt need in the marketplace.  Today, a whole new generation of parents is turning to Dr. Dobson's wise counsel.  Some things never change. New Hide or Seek: Building Confidence in Your Child by James C. Dobson From the moment they are born, children experience an unfortunate value system that reserves respect and esteem for a select few. Those who fail to measure up end up resigning themselves to a lifetime of feeling inadequate and inferior.  Over the past twenty-five years, more than a million parents and teachers have benefited from Dr. James Dobson's insightful counsel in his classic Hide and Seek.  Now revised and updated, and in paperback, this book provides a new generation of parents with practical pointers for raising self-confident, healthy children. Night Light: A Devotional for Couples by James C. Dobson and Shirley Dobson The challenge of sustaining an intimate, faith-based marriage in todays "hurry-up" society has never been greater.  Now Night Light, the inspired, first-ever couples devotional from Focus on the Family ministry founder Dr. James Dobson and his wife, Shirley, brings spouses together in the Word daily helping them stay connected with each other and their Lord.   Stories that strike an emotional chord, Scripture readings, provocative questions, prayers, and straightforward commentary from the Dobsons, Americas beloved "marriage mentors"guide men and women toward deeper intimacy and new levels of spiritual communion.  More than just another devotional, Night Light is a practical, uplifting guide for every couple who longs to experience the joyous, harmonious, "three-person" marriage covenant God intended.  The Strong-Willed Child: Birth Through Adolescence by James C. Dobson The Strong-Willed Child is a practical, "how-to" book on discipline and child-rearing, focusing on sibling rivalry, hyperactivity, self-esteem, and the most common errors made by frustrated parents.  What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Women by James C. Dobson In this book, Dr. Dobson provides an empathetic look at barriers to marital harmony and then offers insightful and helpful suggestions for their resolution.  Both men and women will find his discussion interesting, often humorous, and immensely practical in its application to everyday living.

Dr. Alan Keyes Toastmasters International  "Top Five Speakers of 2000" ~ Government Masters of the Dream: The Strength and Betrayal of Black America by Dr. Alan Keyes Today's black leadership has ignored the importance of the black church in community affairs, resulting in programs which have worked against the black community rather than for it: that's the message of Masters of the Dream, a hard-hitting title examining the roots of neighborhood coalitions and their effectiveness or ineffectiveness.  Our Character, Our Future by Dr. Alan Keyes Keyes stresses the social agenda.  He cites not the Bible for authority as much as the Declaration of Independence, especially its assertion that human rights are "endowed by our Creator," not by political or personal fiat.  He wants to restore moral order in the republic and personal responsibility in the citizen. This collection of 4 speeches and 31 revised newspaper columns shows that he is not just a Jeremiah crying doom for America if it doesn't repent; he has cogent things to say about welfare, health care, campaign costs, and other practical public matters.  But when he rounds on materialism and decries the worship of consumption by economist, politician, and citizen alike, this conservative speaks the sentiments of a great many so-called liberals, too. While I Was Waiting at Gate 18: Conversations With America on Life Liberty and the Pursuit of Luggage by Dr.  Alan Keyes The book will be published later in 2001. You may order it now and Amazon.com will ship it to you when it arrives. While I Was Waiting at Gate 18: Conversations With America on Life Liberty and the Pursuit of Luggage by Dr.  Alan Keyes The Audio Cassette,  unabridged edition, will be published later in 2001.  You may order it now and Amazon.com will ship it to you when it arrives.

Meredith Vieira Toastmasters International  "Top Five Speakers of 2000" ~ Mass Media

Divided Lives: The Public and Private Struggles of Three American Women by Elsa Walsh Despite the large number of books devoted to women's issues in the last twenty years, Washington Post reporter Elsa Walsh felt that the literature was missing a crucial element, the voices of women themselves.  Setting out to probe the myriad layers of women's lives and to illuminate the interior struggles women face at work and at home, Walsh spent over two years interviewing three highly successful women about their lives.  The result is a candid examination of women's issues of the past twenty years is presented through the struggles of former 60 Minutes correspondent Meredith Vieira, West Virginia first lady Rachel Worby, and breast surgery hospital chief Alison Estabrook.

Dr. Dennis Waitley Toastmasters International "Top 5 Speakers of 2000" ~ Commerce and Industry Being the Best by Dennis Waitley In Waitley's latest success program, he defines the steps and principles for achieving lasting personal  success--demonstrating how listeners can reach their goals with old-fashioned values such as integrity, discipline, and determination.  Seeds of Greatness: The 10 Best-Kept Secrets of Total Success by Dennis Waitley Audio Cassette (June 1985)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Public Speaking by Laurie E. Rozakis In this new edition, reluctant orators learn to understand and overcome their speaking-related fears;  avoid common communication pitfalls; make a successful delivery; and discover how to use PowerPoint and other visual aids effectively.

Money Talks: How to Make a Million as a Speaker by Alan Weiss When it comes to speaking for big money, bestselling author Alan Weiss knows what he's talking about.  Popular on the pro circuit, he details all the steps on how to go from free speaking to big-fee speaking.  Using tips and checklists, he shows how to target markets, develop speeches, set fees, improve platform skills, use high-tech tools, expand business, and fashion a "star" image.

Leading Out Loud: The Authentic Speaker, The Credible Leader by Terry Pearce The most effective leader is the one who can "lead out loud," connecting people with a vision and  inspiring them to make that vision their own.  Veteran communication consultant Terry Pearce shows  that the best way to get true commitment, not just compliance, is to speak from the heart.  The  speeches of Ross Perot, Hillary Clinton, Anita Roddick, and others are analyzed.

101 Ways to Captivate a Business Audience by Sue Gaulke Captivating an audience doesn't come naturally to most business speakers.  But you can LEARN to do it with a minimum of stress and plenty of charisma.  This handy book is a smorgasbord of over 100 audience-tested quotes, anecdotes, experiences, and insights that will add creative sizzle to your presentations and speeches.

Toastmasters International Guide to Successful Speaking: Overcoming Your Fears, Winning over Your Audience, Building Your Business and Career by Jeff Slutsky and Michael Aun From the author: "Michael and I wrote this book as a marketing tool to help people use public speaking as a promotional tool to market their career or business.  We provide a lot of information, based on Toastmasters International.  This book is a great place to start, but, as we say in the book, if you really want to get over your fears, you also have to practice.  That's why I always recommend that you join your local Toastmasters club.  It's the perfect environment for putting the ideas in this book,  into practice."  (Emphasis added.)

What to Say When...You're Dying on the Platform: A Complete Resource for Speakers, Trainers, and Executives by Lillet Walters A heckler is in the audience;  the overhead projector breaks;  the allotted speech time runs out, these are just some of the panic-producing crises, interruptions, or distractions easily dealt with in this first-aid guide for business speakers.  Here, first-timers and experienced pros alike will find everything they need to organize, write, and deliver effective, entertaining speeches; from installations to toasts and roasts.  The guide pinpoints every possible speaking contingency from failed electricity to a bored audience, and for each one tells how to prevent it, what to do about it, and what to say about it.  Its treasury of witty, off-the-cuff lines and audience participation devices helps speakers access the perfect words to cover any situation and captivate any audience.

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