• Talk Like TED

  • The 9 Public Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds
  • By: Carmine Gallo
  • Narrated by: Carmine Gallo
  • Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,380 ratings)

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Ideas are the currency of the 21st century. In order to succeed, you need to be able to sell your ideas persuasively. This ability is the single greatest skill that will help you accomplish your dreams.

Many people have a fear of public speaking or are insecure about their ability to give a successful presentation. Now public speaking coach and best-selling author Carmine Gallo explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks, which have redefined the elements of a successful presentation and become the gold standard for public speaking. TED - which stands for technology, entertainment, and design - brings together the world's leading thinkers. These are the presentations that set the world on fire, and the techniques that top TED speakers use will make any presentation more dynamic, fire up any team, and give anyone the confidence to overcome their fear of public speaking.

In his audiobook, Carmine Gallo has broken down hundreds of TED talks and interviewed the most popular TED presenters, as well as the top researchers in the fields of psychology, communications, and neuroscience to reveal the nine secrets of all successful TED presentations. Gallo's step-by-step method makes it possible for anyone to deliver a presentation that is engaging, persuasive, and memorable.

Carmine Gallo's Top 10 Wall Street Journal best seller Talk Like TED will give anyone who is insecure about their public speaking abilities the tools to communicate the ideas that matter most to them, the skill to win over hearts and minds, and the confidence to deliver the talk of their lives.

The opinions expressed by Carmine Gallo in Talk Like TED are his own. His audiobook is not endorsed, sponsored or authorized by TED Conferences, LLC, or its affiliates.

This program is read by the author.

©2014 Carmine Gallo (P)2013 Macmillan Audio

Featured Article: How to Get Over Your Fear of Public Speaking


Glossophobia—or the fear of public speaking—is one of the most commonly shared phobias, affecting a majority of the population. There's something about getting up in front of people—whether it’s a group of 10 or 10,000—that many of us dread. But this fear is not insurmountable; there are a wide range of useful tricks and tips to learn how to overcome your fear of public speaking and enhance your delivery style.

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Inspirational and informative

As shifts in my career have lead me to more public speaking and learning. I've sought out many ways to improve. Like Carmine says in the book I may never talk on a TED stage but now that I know the tools I can't ignore them and will implement theses powerful steps moving forward.
This book is a 'how to" for me I just finished it and will now go back and study those key points.
Thank you Carmine and may I wish you all Success!

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Finally!! A TRUE Speaking Coach

The content and performance of this book was outstanding! Thank you, Carmine, for doing justice to this topic. I felt like he was personally coaching me the entire time. I loved every minute of it.

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A must read/listen for every presenter

A must read/listen for every presenter, public speaker and leader; and that means everyone. This gives a clear direction and thinking with lots of practical examples.

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Talk Like Ted in real life

Helped me understand some keys to success in everyday life. Focus on the key points and use them daily, you'll see results!

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If you speak profesdionally, you need to read this

Well organized training manual on speech presentation. How to present without presenting. Reread it twice.

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I am amazed that I feel more confident to present!

This book has truly inspired me. I have taken effective communication and explored so many avenues to lay down my insecurities. This book is the one.

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Made for audio

This book is much more impactful when listened to. Grateful that the author read it.

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Timeless information...

...But would love to hear a revised version with some updated material.
I would pause the book whenever a TED Talk was referenced and watch that to get the full experience. It really brings all the material into focus. Well put together!

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Passion

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Once you get past the redundant use of the word "passion," it's a great book which I highly recommend to anyone who wants to give an inspiring and impassioned presentation.

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WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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It gave me more insight then I have ever had on how to give a presentation...

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