Convincing when it counts
Whether interviewing for a job or asking for a raise, there comes a time in your professional life when every second counts. And when time is of the essence, your words and body language must make a convincing argument. In this new episode, the public speaking expert helps you prepare for the tests that can make – or break – a career.
Lesson 7
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