Don't Drop the Mic

#1 New York Times bestselling author Bishop Jakes has been speaking in front of audiences large and small for decades, and over the years, he has learned a thing or two about communicating with audiences.Now, for the first time ever, Bishop Jakes shares his wisdom and skills he's learned to help readers communicate better themselves. Whether you are preparing to speak on stage before thousands or present at the next budget meeting, preach a sermon or deliver a diagnosis, this book is full of practical advice and solutions to help you get your message across.Readers will learn:* The process Bishop Jakes uses to create his sermons, which connect with hundreds of thousands each week* How to tailor your message for your intended audience* The importance of body language* How to be ready to make every opportunity count* When and how to use silence to speak for you* Why how you present yourself mattersDrawing lessons from Scripture and his own life, Jakes gives career advice for those who have or want to grow into a speaking career, but he also provides clear direction and insight for everyone who gives presentations, writes emails, or talks to other people in their job or home life.In this book, Bishop Jakes gives you tools and skills so that you can communicate better.

T. D. Jakes-one of the most inspirational, influential, and treasured spiritual leaders of our time-is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than forty books. He is the CEO of the towering TDJ Enterprises, spanning film, television, radio, publishing, podcasts, and an award-winning music label. He is a Grammy Award-winning music producer and his blockbuster films have achieved international success at the box office. His inspirational conferences (MegaFest, Woman Thou Art Loosed) continue to have a profound global impact. Bishop Jakes is a master communicator whose trusted voice is heard in more than eighty million homes daily and across a vast worldwide audience via social media. He resides in Dallas, Texas.