Rob’s Books
Practical (and Fun) Guides to Smarter Communication
Explore Rob’s best books on communication.
Unleash the Power of Storytelling
Win Hearts, Change Minds,
Get Results
Close more sales, inspire and align teams, build a brand, sway skeptics, nail the interview, raise a toast, and get out of that speeding ticket. That’s what the right story can do for you.
Amazon bestseller Unleash the Power of Storytelling cuts through the hype to clarify and demystify the storytelling process. It offers a practical roadmap to crafting and delivering more powerful, persuasive stories — stories that will help you get more of what you want from your business, your career and your life.
Taking a fun but no-nonsense approach, this book:
- Makes the case for storytelling, breaking down the science behind story.
- Offers simple structures and easy-to-follow processes for finding, shaping and telling great stories.
- Shows you exactly how to use stories specific to any occasion, from presentations to meetings to interviews — even delivering a wedding toast or a eulogy.
“There is no greater skill that will positively impact your career as much as becoming a masterful storyteller. Well-told stories have the power to teach, clarify, and inspire. Rob's experience and unique point of view make him a go-to authority for ambitious leaders.“
—Patricia Fripp
Presentation Skills Expert and Past President, National Speakers Association
“In this engaging, no-nonsense, and often extremely funny handbook on the craft behind great stories, Rob Biesenbach shares his own storytelling roadmap without hesitation, giving you precisely what you need to raise your business storytelling to an art form.“
—Shonali Burke, ABC
Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer, Arena Stage and former CEO, Shonali Burke Consulting
“All the experts suggest you tell stories — but no one tells you how. That's where Unleash the Power of Storytelling comes in. Rob Biesenbach provides a five-step process for crafting your stories, and six ways to ensure they’re relevant to your audience. After you read this book, you’ll never again have to wonder ... ‘but how?’“
—Gini Dietrich
Founder and Author, Spin Sucks
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11 Deadly
Presentation Sins
A Path to Redemption for
Public Speakers
Ready to escape PowerPoint hell? Stop committing the most common presentation sins, from listless delivery to lackluster content, from meandering stories to mundane visuals.
This fun, simple guide offers a path to redemption for speakers of every kind. It combines lessons from the worlds of business and entertainment, from Seth Godin to Star Trek, Romeo & Juliet to Ricky Gervais, Steve Jobs to Saturday Night Live.
Whether you’re in a boardroom, ballroom or church basement, talking to colleagues, customers or the community, you’ll come away with the confidence and skills you need when all eyes are on you.
“We've all committed the 11 deadly presentation sins on the way up in our careers. This insightful book will help make sure that your way up doesn't become the way down!“
—Dr. Nick Morgan
Author of Give Your Speech, Change the World
“Rob brings skills as an actor, a speaker and a PR pro to this book; and not just skills but the entertaining, engaging communication style that made him a success there … Implement his guidance and yes, you will stand out – confident, comfortable and more engaging.”
—Bronwyn Ritchie
Pivotal Public Speaking
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Act Like You Mean Business
Essential Communication Lessons from Stage and Screen
What can business professionals learn from actors and screenwriters and playwrights? Plenty, from how to connect with people to expressing yourself better to writing more vividly and concisely. Even using humor effectively (and safely!).
Packed with anecdotes and stories from the world of performance and business, Act Like You Mean Business is an entertaining and informative read.
You’ll come away with practical tips you can use whether you’re sending an email, running a meeting, giving a presentation, interviewing for a job, attending a networking event or any other activity that requires clear, credible communication.
“I adore this book; it’s chock full of very useful advice about how to communicate successfully for business people AND anyone – even actors! It should be required reading for every Fortune 500 CEO.”
—Tim Schellhardt
SVP, Edelman Public Relations and former Bureau Chief, Wall Street Journal
“Rob’s characteristic savvy and wit come through loud and clear in this insightful and practical handbook for leaders. It’s a great read and even greater resource!”
—Maril MacDonald
Founder and President, Gagen MacDonald
“A really fascinating read. I've seen many teachers and authors attempt to legitimize the arts in a business context, but Rob really succeeds in a casual, entertaining fashion.”
—Rob Kozlowski
Playwright; Adjunct Faculty Member, Columbia College Chicago; and former Associate Faculty Member, Second City Training Center
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Download a free chapter on how to use humor — safely and successfully — to break down walls and find common ground. You’ll also receive a guide to avoiding embarrassing grammar gaffes. Finally, you’ll gain access to Rob’s monthly email tips.
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