{"product_id":"taking-the-stage-9781118870259","title":"Taking the Stage","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany women today wonder: what will it take to get that seat at the boardroom table? Earn that coveted promotion? Or simply have their voices heard? \u003ci\u003eTaking the Stage\u003c\/i\u003e provides a comprehensive, proven approach that enables women to come forward into the spotlight and speak up, stand out, and succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBased on a program from the Humphrey Group that has been delivered to over 400,000 women worldwide, \u003ci\u003eTaking the Stage\u003c\/i\u003e shows women--no matter their age, rank, or profession--how to communicate with courage and confidence in every situation, from formal speeches to brief hallway conversations. Judith Humphrey provides the inspiration and practical advice for women to \"take the stage\" mentally, verbally, vocally, and physically. Women can make the most of every opportunity by understanding how best to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpeak up confidently, even when others don't agree;\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConvey their accomplishments without self-doubt;\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe assertive but not aggressive;\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeliver clear and convincing messages;\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMove beyond \"minimizing\" language and apology;\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind their own powerful and authentic voice;\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAchieve confident body language and a leadership presence.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBy applying these techniques and others to every communication-- whether making a presentation, speaking at meetings, conducting an elevator conversation, or selling themselves in job interviews--women will be recognized as the leaders they are and attain positions of influence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor women at all stages of their career, and for managers and executives committed to supporting and guiding women on their leadership journeys, \u003ci\u003eTaking the Stage\u003c\/i\u003e is the practical, broad-based solution that will allow women to speak up confidently, gain respect, earn the promotions they deserve, and secure their places at the boardroom table. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJUDITH HUMPHREY\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of the Humphrey Group, a firm that teaches executives and leaders to influence and inspire their audiences. Clients include Deloitte, HSBC, IBM, Microsoft, TD Bank, and Walmart. Taking the Stage\u003csup\u003e(R)\u003c\/sup\u003e, Judith's pioneering program for women, has reached over 400,000 participants around the world. Judith is the author of \u003ci\u003eSpeaking as a Leader\u003c\/i\u003e (Jossey-Bass, 2012) and she lives in Toronto.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor more information, please visit www.thehumphreygroup.com\/taking-the-stage.htm\u003cbr\u003e@Judith_Humphrey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50899670368530,"sku":"9781118870259","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_58e22f2a-226d-4bd2-bed9-0892a258a380.jpg?v=1738362261","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/taking-the-stage-9781118870259","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}