7 Tips to Become a Better (and Funnier) Public Speaker: Do You Talk Funny?

Vincent: Very entertaining. I'll admit I laughed out loud to myself a nonzero amount of times. And if you're looking for advice on speaking, it's definitely got that too.

United States on Sep 22, 2023

Mark R: If you want to become more interesting, and have people listen to what you have to say — David Nahill’s book Do You Talk Funny is interesting and well worth reading. And that’s no joke!

United States on Jul 01, 2023

Martin A Hogan: David Nihill is brilliant - although on video he is very fast in speaking. The book is well-subjugated and clear, so the reader understands all the processes he points out. It is a great lesson book for ANY public speaker and will let anyone know that they have nothing to fear. I love this presentation.

United States on May 20, 2023

Sanjey Sugalingam: Book good, me likey

Canada on Oct 05, 2022

M J Rogers: A very good read and full of relevant tips and tricks to help you give a real punch to anything you say. Wether you’re talking to friends at the bar, giving a business presentation or simply struggling to overcome frayed nerves at your PhD. viva voce, this book will guide you to become a successful communicator! Only one downside; the book makes numerous references to a resource website (7comedyhabits.com) that doesn’t exist!!! Maybe that jokes on me…

United Kingdom on Dec 09, 2021

P N G: This book has some really handy tips for including humour in your business presentations. Its a short to the point book and finished reading it within a week.
There could have been some more tips given for finding humour in everyday situations. That would had qualified the book for a five star rating

India on Jun 23, 2019

Brian: Public speaking is a life skill, and while I have many opportunities to practice such a skill, I have found I still have a lot to learn. David's book is a very funny must read. Not only is it packed full of little gems and insights, but it kept me very much entertained along the way. The tips are simple and practical. Making a speech no longer needs to be a nervously anticipated event, but can be more fun for audience and speakers like. Highly recommend this book for anyone who may find themselves in front of any audience.
I will no doubt dip in/out of this little gem many times. Great read David. Thanks.

United Kingdom on Mar 07, 2016

Ephraim Natan (formerly known as Beit Hagafen): At the outset, let me state that I received an advanced copy to review without cost.

I'm a member of a local Toastmasters club, completed my CC and working on a double DTM (if you're into TM, then you know what I mean). I was raised on PBS, British comedies, and have a highly idiosyncratic sense of humour - meaning that, generally, only long-time friends and family members get my humour. I'm fairly adept at academic, inspirational and informational speaking, but felt that I could use some humour training. I found Mr. Nihill's blog very helpful. That's how I ended up getting to review the book.

This book takes the info on the blog (and his information out there in inter-verse) to a whole new level. I've read it once and plan on reading it again very soon. I was so engrossed that I would make up fictitious spills on my tablet screen so my co-workers didn't know I was taking it into the lavatory to read during my water-closeting breaks. The tone is conversational, like a public-speaking mentor you go out for pints with (which might count for the bit of wordiness here and there). The examples and suggestions are realistic and easy to comprehend. This is not an academic...

United States on Feb 23, 2016

Jason Spencer: Life is all about perspective. The sinking of the Titanic was a miracle to the lobsters in the ship's kitchen. This book gleans new perspective on presentations. Maybe not new. After all, Michael Port does a decent job breaking down the fine art of presentation in his book  Steal the Show . I've been an entertainer for over two decades, primarily as a Wedding Master of Ceremonies. In recent years, I have started speaking to groups of small business owners - as few as eight people in a room, to as many as 800 in the room. Funny makes or breaks you, which is why David Nihill's accounts spending time as a nervous wreck of a stand-up comic is like pure gold.

The author does a brilliant job of breaking down the 7 Comedy Habits. One that I feel most people tend to forget: Rehearsed Spontaneity. You can write jokes all day long, great jokes, but if you sound scripted nobody will care. They will tune you out, and if they have a chance, stand up and leave the room. I've seen it happen. DYTF prepares you for this.

I think the unique thing in this book has to be the Tipliography in the back. Nihill even admits to making the word up, but it's full of the best tips that the...

United States on Feb 19, 2016

Philip: It's great when you find a book which is both enjoyable to read and also imparts some useful information. If you are like me, public speaking is daunting enough without the pressure to try and stand out. However, in our TED talk dominated world, it is increasingly a skill that is in demand. In this book the author builds the case for why humour can help you to gain an edge, but more importantly he breaks it down into manageable steps, giving you the confidence to try it out. So grab a coffee, find a comfy chair and soon you'll be talking funny too!

United Kingdom on Jan 17, 2015