The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to Be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience
The "Wall Street Journal" Bestseller!
Updated to include Steve Jobs's iPad and iPad2 launch presentations
""The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs reveals the operating system behind any great presentation and provides you with a quick-start guide to design your own passionate interfaces with your audiences." --Cliff Atkinson, author of Beyond Bullet Points and The Activist...more
Updated to include Steve Jobs's iPad and iPad2 launch presentations
""The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs reveals the operating system behind any great presentation and provides you with a quick-start guide to design your own passionate interfaces with your audiences." --Cliff Atkinson, author of Beyond Bullet Points and The Activist...more
Hardcover, 256 pages
Published
September 11th 2009
by McGraw-Hill
(first published 2009)
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Jan 23, 2011
Amer Alkharoubi
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اداره-وتطوير
هذا الكتاب يجب ان يدرس في مدارسنا بدل تضييع اوقاتنا وجهودنا بالطرق التقليدية والعقيمة التي تؤول بنا لعمل عروض مملة بطيئة لا يستفيد منها الحضور وينتهي بهم الحال للنوم العميق، الشعور بالملل او اللعب بجولاتهم وتصفح الفيسبوك وتويتر.
الكتاب لا يتحدث فقط عن ستيف جوبز وانما عن مفهوم العرض الجذاب الخفيف المتميز. يقوم بطرح كثير من المقارنات والدراسات ويعود اخيرا ليعززها بطرق ستيف جوبز في العرض.
رائع جدا وسيغير منظورك ومفهوم العرض واهم شيء انه سيغير ماهية العروض بالنسبة للقائم على العرض.
انصح بدراسته وليس قر...more
الكتاب لا يتحدث فقط عن ستيف جوبز وانما عن مفهوم العرض الجذاب الخفيف المتميز. يقوم بطرح كثير من المقارنات والدراسات ويعود اخيرا ليعززها بطرق ستيف جوبز في العرض.
رائع جدا وسيغير منظورك ومفهوم العرض واهم شيء انه سيغير ماهية العروض بالنسبة للقائم على العرض.
انصح بدراسته وليس قر...more
First off, any book that has a chapter that is titled "Reveal A 'Holy Sh*t' Moment" has my vote. I found the book to be helpful in tearing out the heart of what most of us do when we create presentations. Presentations that are nothing more than handouts and do nothing to support the needs of the audience. Broken up into three main sections that first focus on creating your story, then how to deliver the experience, and lastly preparing yourself by refining and rehearsing.
Between this and Presen...more
Between this and Presen...more
Loy Machedo’s Book Review – The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs by Carmine Gallo
There have been quite a number of books on Public Speaking and Presentation that I have read over the years, however Carmine Gallo’s book titled ‘The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs’ is one of those I will rate among the top.
Here’s why:
1) The amount of research & content given in this power-packed book is pretty phenomenal. Carmine has gone out of his way to study the content, the delivery and the various...more
There have been quite a number of books on Public Speaking and Presentation that I have read over the years, however Carmine Gallo’s book titled ‘The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs’ is one of those I will rate among the top.
Here’s why:
1) The amount of research & content given in this power-packed book is pretty phenomenal. Carmine has gone out of his way to study the content, the delivery and the various...more
Powerpoint, how many of us have been bored to death by presentations. How many of us have seen presentations that are just documents that are put into Powerpoint and the presenter spends an hour just reading through the presentation paying no attention to the sleeping audience. I know I have on many occasions.
The book details a number of the main skills that Steve Jobs used in his presentations from keynotes at Apple events to acceptance speeches at awards ceremonies.
It is a well written book, w...more
The book details a number of the main skills that Steve Jobs used in his presentations from keynotes at Apple events to acceptance speeches at awards ceremonies.
It is a well written book, w...more
---3,5 star
Membaca buku ini memberikan wawasan dan pengetahuan baru terkait teknik presentasi yang lebih baik, lebih mudah diterima audiens, dan yang terpenting mencapai tujuan yang telah ditetapkan.
Banyak pihak yang memuji cara Steve Jobs menarik audiens dalam setiap presentasinya dan buku ini secara lugas dan lengkap mengungkap fakta dan rahasia presentasi tokoh sentral Apple yang baru saja berpulang ke Sang Pemilik Hidup bulan Oktober silam ini.
Tak hanya itu, penulis juga membumbui kisah pres...more
Membaca buku ini memberikan wawasan dan pengetahuan baru terkait teknik presentasi yang lebih baik, lebih mudah diterima audiens, dan yang terpenting mencapai tujuan yang telah ditetapkan.
Banyak pihak yang memuji cara Steve Jobs menarik audiens dalam setiap presentasinya dan buku ini secara lugas dan lengkap mengungkap fakta dan rahasia presentasi tokoh sentral Apple yang baru saja berpulang ke Sang Pemilik Hidup bulan Oktober silam ini.
Tak hanya itu, penulis juga membumbui kisah pres...more
“The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs” explores the methodology of what is behind one of the great corporate communicators of this generation. For years now, audiences have sat in amazement as Jobs does his annual Apple and MacWorld presentations with minimal slide shows and maximum impact. Gallo deconstructs what makes these presentations uber-effective and how you can learn from these examples to improve your public communication.
The first, and most obvious method, is utilizing the ‘less is...more
The first, and most obvious method, is utilizing the ‘less is...more
In the past few years, I've found myself in situations where I have to (oh my) stand up and (uh-oh) say something to a group of strangers. I'm confident about a lot of things, but when it comes to presentations and talking to a crowd, my skill could be fit on a dime. On the thin edge. (How nervous was I? I once stood up to talk and fainted dead away. Really passed out, flat on the floor. Now THAT was a bad moment.) So, once I decided that it was time to get better at this, it made sense to learn...more
ممتع . تعلمت منه الكثير . منه أن كل عرض تقديمي
(presentation)
يكون كأفضل ما يكون إن نظرنا إليه كقصة ذات ثلاثة فصول . أسس التقديم التي تعلمتها :
1. العرض يجب أن يكون مهيئ حول فكرة "لمَ على المشاهد أن يكترث ؟ " .. بمعنى الحاجة لصياغة المعلومات بطريقة تتواصل مع المشاهد ، بشكل شخصي .
2. في بداية العرض / القصة ، تقديم المشكلة بشكل مفهوم قبل تقديم المعلومات التي ستكون حلا للمشكلة .
3. الالتزام بقانون "الثلاث" . ليكن العرض متمحورا حول 3 نقاط أساسية . كل نقطة لها 3 أفكار مساندة .
4. تجنب الـ bullet point...more
(presentation)
يكون كأفضل ما يكون إن نظرنا إليه كقصة ذات ثلاثة فصول . أسس التقديم التي تعلمتها :
1. العرض يجب أن يكون مهيئ حول فكرة "لمَ على المشاهد أن يكترث ؟ " .. بمعنى الحاجة لصياغة المعلومات بطريقة تتواصل مع المشاهد ، بشكل شخصي .
2. في بداية العرض / القصة ، تقديم المشكلة بشكل مفهوم قبل تقديم المعلومات التي ستكون حلا للمشكلة .
3. الالتزام بقانون "الثلاث" . ليكن العرض متمحورا حول 3 نقاط أساسية . كل نقطة لها 3 أفكار مساندة .
4. تجنب الـ bullet point...more
No one is a more effective speaker and presenter than Steve Jobs. His Apple keynote presentations have garnered a cult like following among the technology crowd. Steve's presentations are often used to announce new products or changes to existing products. The results have boosted Apple's sales and helped build consumer loyalty.
Carmine Gallo has studied Steve's presentations extensively and has now authored a book detailing why these presentations are so successful and steps you can take to make...more
Carmine Gallo has studied Steve's presentations extensively and has now authored a book detailing why these presentations are so successful and steps you can take to make...more
This is a solid book. However, it presumes that you are already have some presentation experience and want to improve. That being the case, it should definitely help you avoid many pitfalls and greatly enhance your audience's enjoyment.
I have given a fair number of presentations as a Master gardener over the last 10 years. My presentations have always been well received and have been pretty good -- mostly because I work hard on them. This book pointed out a number of areas where I could (and wi...more
I have given a fair number of presentations as a Master gardener over the last 10 years. My presentations have always been well received and have been pretty good -- mostly because I work hard on them. This book pointed out a number of areas where I could (and wi...more
This was the book I was longing to read for about an year. Finally I could finish reading it today. It is considered as a, sort of, guide for public speaking. However, I personally think that it is all about presenting oneself to the listeners no matter in what occasion. Carmin Gallo did a splendid job of using aspects such as choice of words, body language, even multimedia etc. for delivering a message in an absolutely effective way.
According to Gallo, and as accepted universally, Steve Jobs is...more
According to Gallo, and as accepted universally, Steve Jobs is...more
Brilliant. If you're a communicator, this is a must-read. Here are some take-aways:
* Create simple, memorable bottom lines: "The iPod: One thousand songs in your pocket."
" Though he was a computer-guy, he wrote his talks in pen and paper. "There's just something about paper and pen and sketching out rough ideas in the 'analog world' in the early stages that seem to lead to more clarity and better, more creative results."
* Steve Jobs presentations follow Aristotle's five-point plan:
1. Deliver...more
* Create simple, memorable bottom lines: "The iPod: One thousand songs in your pocket."
" Though he was a computer-guy, he wrote his talks in pen and paper. "There's just something about paper and pen and sketching out rough ideas in the 'analog world' in the early stages that seem to lead to more clarity and better, more creative results."
* Steve Jobs presentations follow Aristotle's five-point plan:
1. Deliver...more
It might be the best presentation and public speaking book I have ever read. Caremine explain specific techniques very simply, visually, and excitedly, which interests me so much since I opened the 1st page of his book. He raise many quotes and speeches of Jobs and explain it one by one with the strategy of unique, inspiring, and unforgettable presentation.
To me, although it seems he's exaggerating about the greatness of Jobs's presentation skill, it doesn't matter to me, since we live in an...more
To me, although it seems he's exaggerating about the greatness of Jobs's presentation skill, it doesn't matter to me, since we live in an...more
読了!!とてもとてもプレゼンの勉強になりました。
いざプレゼンの際にはもう一度読みながらですね。...more
いざプレゼンの際にはもう一度読みながらですね。...more
I've already known some of the presented materials, yet I still find Steve Jobs a true inspiration! And Carmine Gallo has duly delivered this with simple, vivid explanations and examples. But in my opinion, the most important part in this book is its reference to numerous resources & great books I haven't read! I have downloaded them, and ready to read'em. :D p.s. Check the "Slideshare Contest Winners" as a source of inspiration of for your slides! Thank you Carmine Gallo.
For me, the most ey...more
For me, the most ey...more
This has been (by far) one of the better books on presentation approach and best practices I have ever read. While few things jump out as "wow, I've never thought of that"... Jobs' approach to mixing simple graphics, theatrics, props and other techniques is actually pretty inspiring.
You find yourself reading the book and thinking to yourself, "I could have used that advice last week when I bored an audience to tears"...
If you are regular presenter of products or concepts, I would suggest reading...more
You find yourself reading the book and thinking to yourself, "I could have used that advice last week when I bored an audience to tears"...
If you are regular presenter of products or concepts, I would suggest reading...more
May 11, 2013
Darryl Pendergrass
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5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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Carmine Gallo does a great service to presenters by sharing a successful methodology for planning, preparing, and delivery of presentations. I appreciated the sharing of research at keys points in the book that underscores the reason for a particular approach. Carmine summarizes the material several times with key examples to help the reader internalize the learning. My mind is whirling with ideas to improve my own presentations using the methods described in this book. I recommend this book to...more
This book is not about how to improve the next PowerPoint presentation you give to colleagues at work. It describes the process and behind the scene activities for delivering a serious keynote address, such as the launch of a new product or project, something really important!
It takes you through the stages of preparation -- about 90 hours is required ...
There are a few tips that can be used in your usual presentation as well, e.g.
* bullets kill people, don't put them on slides! It emphasizes t...more
It takes you through the stages of preparation -- about 90 hours is required ...
There are a few tips that can be used in your usual presentation as well, e.g.
* bullets kill people, don't put them on slides! It emphasizes t...more
This is the second of Gallo's books that I've read, and I like his style immensely. He has the ability to turn rather dry concepts into an enjoyable read, and I always walk away from his material with plenty of action steps. If you're a visual learner like me, you might benefit from reading this in addition to Presentation Zen, the latter being full of color examples of inspirational slides and great information that mirrors much of what Gallo writes about here.
Jobs' big presentation secret is just that he's a casual personality and his presentations reflects that. All the presentation tips in the book are not as much Jobs', but more from different current media gurus.
I'm almost at the end of the book and still cannot shake of the idea that this is just a Apple product promotion. Little naief from my side to think that it would be any different. Stick with a presentation style that fits YOUR OWN personality, rather then copying Jobs' that does not refl...more
I'm almost at the end of the book and still cannot shake of the idea that this is just a Apple product promotion. Little naief from my side to think that it would be any different. Stick with a presentation style that fits YOUR OWN personality, rather then copying Jobs' that does not refl...more
May 01, 2013
Michael
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*"Remember, your widget doesn't inspire. Show me how your widget improves my life, and you've won me over. Do it in a way that entertains me, and you'll have created a true evangelist."
*Plan in Analog, Answer the Question that Matters Most, Develop a Messianic Sense of Purpose, Create Twitter-Like Headlines, Draw a Road Map, Introduce the Antagonist, Reveal the Conquering Hero
*The story, not slides, captures the audience. Texts & bullets are the least effective way to deliver information
*Job...more
Вот так почти и всегда: пишут про книгу хвалебные отзывы, мол, "лучшая из лучших", рейтинги всякие там возглавляет, распродаётся бестселлерно :) и т.д. и т.п. А я начинаю читать такую хваленую-перехваленную книгу - разочарование за разочарованием :( Может, вредность во мне периодически повышается? Может, витамины какие попить?
Вот так и с книгой Кармина Галло, посвященной презентационному мастерству Великого и Ужасного (мир ему там!) Стива Джобса. Книга, на мой взгляд, получилась сложным таким -...more
Вот так и с книгой Кармина Галло, посвященной презентационному мастерству Великого и Ужасного (мир ему там!) Стива Джобса. Книга, на мой взгляд, получилась сложным таким -...more
読了。経理はプレゼンの機会は必ずしも多くない。それゆえ営業職に比べそのスキルやテクニックが未熟であることを実感していた今日この頃。パワーポイントに言いたいことを全て書いてそれを棒読みするようなプレゼンは、常日頃から疑問だった。これならわざわざプレゼンをセッティングしなくても資料だけ送ればいいのではないかと。本書はそういうありがちなプレゼンから脱却し、プレゼンの神様、スティーブ・ジョブズ(言わずと知れたApple CEO)の人を惹きつけるプレゼン方法を18項目に分けて詳細に解説している。彼のスライドには写真だけで文字がないものもある。大切なのはストーリーで、スライドはそれを演出するツール。また、プレゼン資料のあるべき姿だけでなくボディランゲージや声の抑揚、練習の大切さなども説いていて、目からウロコの内容満載にもかかわらずしっかり基本も押さえてある。読み応えたっぷり。本書を読んだらYoutubeで彼のプレゼンを是非見てほしい。
Ada bejibun buku tentang presentasi di toko buku. Mulai dari yang ecek-ecek sampai yang rada serius semuanya tersedia. Tapi kebanyakan buku-buku itu memakai pendekatan yang sudah biasa: menjelaskan konsep-konsep komunikasi, pesan, media, dll, baru diikuti dengan contoh-contoh presentasi yang efektif.
Buku ini menggunakan pendekatan yang berbeda: dimulai dengan membedah contoh-contoh presentasi terbaik Steve Jobs, lalu diikuti dengan penjelasan konsep. Dari contoh presentasi Steve Jobs, penulis m...more
Buku ini menggunakan pendekatan yang berbeda: dimulai dengan membedah contoh-contoh presentasi terbaik Steve Jobs, lalu diikuti dengan penjelasan konsep. Dari contoh presentasi Steve Jobs, penulis m...more
As a pastor, and a bit of a tech-junkie, this book was right in my wheel-house. I learned a great deal about speaking, was surprisingly inspired by Steve Jobs (didn't know much about him before reading this), and was thoroughly entertained.
I recently preached a sermon that I wound up revising because of this book. The opening did not answer the "why should I care?" question from the congregation, and so I changed my approach.
This is a well written, carefully researched book that draws from man...more
I recently preached a sermon that I wound up revising because of this book. The opening did not answer the "why should I care?" question from the congregation, and so I changed my approach.
This is a well written, carefully researched book that draws from man...more
What I really like about this book is it says that you always need to plan practice in order to perfect your presentation (which I think you can also use during a job interview). Also the part of simplicity (which Steve got from Zen Buddhism), the rules of 3, trying to adjust for the benefit of your customer and passion which is loving what you are doing. The moral lesson of the book is more about to entertain and educate rather to force someone to buy your product.
Gw rasa yang unik tentang buku ini dibandingkan dengan buku-buku tentang Steve Jobs yg lain di pasaran adalah bahwa buku ini memberikan pembaca salah satu "ilmu warisan" dari mendiang Steve Jobs, yaitu ilmu presentasinya yg luar biasa menarik. Sehingga pembaca tidak hanya sekadar memperoleh kisah hidupnya (disinggung juga sedikit-sedikit di sepanjang buku), tetapi juga menadapatkan ilmu yg bisa diterapkan sendiri di kehidupannya masing-masing.
Bravo buat buku ini!
Bravo buat buku ini!
An excellent primer which provides a wealth of tools, techniques, and approaches anyone can use to improve their presentation/public speaking skills. Despite what the title suggests, there are no real secrets revealed here; the connection with Steve Jobs is merely how he has used the well traveled and proven approaches of most great speakers/presenters of recent times. None the less, a worthwhile read for anyone who is called on to make a public presentation.
I. love. this. book. Presentations are becoming an increasingly important part of what I do, and I figured it was time to formally read something that offered helpful tips on how to improve one's presentations and presentation style. This book is definitely targeted toward the business community, but I was able to find enough helpful nuggets in it that could be applied to scientific presentations that warranted a five star review. Plus, there's a lot of cool Jobs info in there, which was an adde...more
Get a look into the presentation techniques of the master presenter, Steve Jobs. This book is jam packed with tips, ideas and suggestions for bringing your presentations from meer bullet points on PowerPoint to truly memorable performances.
This is a fun yet edifying book because Gallo uses clear concise language, packs the book with actual examples and transcripts from some of Job's presentations and gives the readers nice bit sized chunks of information making it easier to digest.
This is a fun yet edifying book because Gallo uses clear concise language, packs the book with actual examples and transcripts from some of Job's presentations and gives the readers nice bit sized chunks of information making it easier to digest.
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