Public speaking is our final frontier. Women have advanced in many arenas, yet we will never achieve our full potential if we avoid public speaking, or follow outdated techniques that do not reflect our authentic voice.

It’s time for women to create our own destinies. Better communication and public speaking gives us the ability to seize every opportunity and aspire to new heights. So, whether pitching for new business, delivering a talk at a conference, raising money for a favorite non-profit, or communicating one-on-one, we can become a powerful force when we learn to speak with authenticity and confidence.

In Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable and Fearless Speakers, Deborah Shames shares her personal journey and provides an operating manual for learning the skills to communicate effectively to any audience.