More and more people are expected to give speeches in public, whether at business presentations, at university, at a wedding or even in a debate. Whatever level of speaker you are, this guide contains: Practical tips for, and exercises on, presenting persuasive business presentations, the best 'best man' speech ever and becoming an accomplished public speaker; Advice on how to choose, prepare and present your speech, including the basics of laying out the speech, use (and abuse) of technology and dealing and questions; Case studies and lessons from famous speeches and speakers; Since it was founded in 1823, the Oxford Union has established itself as the world's leading forum for debate, attracting an unparalleled collection of speakers over the years, including the Dalai Lama, Malcolm X, Henry Kissinger, Mother Teresa, Ronald Regan and Stephen Hawking.