Enabling readers to speak in public in French, as well as English, this book is a step-by-step guide to the many communication techniques involved in public speaking together with a practical, easy-to-use approach to the language of speeches and presentations.
Business Across Borders is a unique new series of bilingual books which combines the benefits of business, behavior and language in one volume. The English-French bilingual text is set face-to-face for easy reading and reference. "More than a language guide, useful as a text book, and quite readable In today's international world, business people are increasingly called upon to conduct meetings in a foreign language and culture. The fight communication skills are essential -- not only to speak fluently and understand correctly, but also to avoid the misunderstandings which can result from differences in culture and business philosophy. Meetings will enable you to: -- communicate the right words and phrases -- what a French or English person would actually say, not just a translation. -- lead meetings with confidence an skill -- present your case dearly and authoritatively. -- get to grips with the language, culture and business philosophy of your French-speaking counterpart or colleagues.