HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations--------------------------------------------------TAKE THE PAIN OUT OF PRESENTATIONS. Terrified of speaking in frontof a group? Or simply looking to polish your skills? No matter whereyou are on the spectrum, this guide will give you the confidence andthe tools you need to get results. Written by presentation expert" Nancy Duarte, the "HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations" will help"you: - Win over tough crowds- Organize a coherent narrative-Create powerful messages and visuals- Connect with and engage your" audience- Show people why your ideas matter to "them"- Strike"the right tone, in any situation--------------------------------------------------Author Biography: Nancy Duarte is a skilled CEO, inspired presenter,and gifted educator. Principal of Duarte Design since 1990, Nancy Duarteis a sought-after speaker whose own presentations live up to the expectations" established in her books. Those books include "slide: ology: The Art" and Science of Creating Great Presentations" and "Resonate: Present" Visual Stories that Transform Audiences.""