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Cossolotto – aka The Podium Pro – is a former speechwriter for top NATO officials, the Speaker of the US House of Representatives, the Chancellor of UCLA, and senior executives of Fortune 100 corporations. Maincrest Media's judges praised his book for being "well thought-out and well-researched," for presenting "new, original ideas," and for having a "logical progression… [and] a strong, unifying theme which adds coherence and clarity to the book."
CLEVELAND & BRUSSELS - Washingtoner -- Author and speaker Matthew Cossolotto – aka The Podium Pro – announced today that his book, The Joy of Public Speaking: Find Your Voice and Reach Your Peak Potential, won a 2024 Maincrest Media Book Award in the Business Communications/PR Category.
Maincrest Media's judges praised Cossolotto's book for being "well thought-out and well-researched," for presenting "new, original ideas," and for having a "logical progression… [and] a strong, unifying theme which adds coherence and clarity to the book." The judges also commended "the author's word choice, sentence fluency, voice and tone," and stated that the book's target audience is "clear and the contents of the book is in line with other highly regarded books in its genre."
"This is exciting news," commented Cossolotto. "It's truly unfortunate that so many people rank public speaking as one of their top fears. My book embraces a simple proposition: People who learn to enjoy public speaking tend to be better at it than those hobbled by anxiety, trepidation, or outright terror. So my mission is to help millions of people around the world overcome those fears and move from stage fright to stage delight. I want to thank Maincrest Media for exposing more people to the book's important messages about speaking success and personal empowerment."
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Cossolotto's leadership communications career spans the corridors of power and influence on both sides of the Atlantic – from NATO headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, to the Speaker's Office in the U.S. House of Representatives. A former aide to Congressman Leon Panetta, Cossolotto has coached and penned speeches for senior executives at a wide range of organizations, including UCLA and Fortune 100 corporations.
As a guest speaker, workshop leader, and speech coach, Cossolotto has shared his ideas and expertise with a wide range of domestic and international audiences, including corporations, associations, government agencies, conferences, schools, community groups, and nonprofits/NGOs. To book Cossolotto as a speaker or coach, visit www.MatthewCossolotto.com.
In The Joy of Public Speaking, Matthew Cossolotto distills many years of high-profile speechwriting and speech coaching experience into a comprehensive, how-to guide to help experienced, novice, and terrified speakers alike. Cossolotto's breakthrough book is packed with powerful mindset shifts, key insights, and practical tips that can help readers advance their careers, enhance their leadership skills, and make a difference in the world.
Dedicated to the leaders and staff of NATO, the book guides readers in recognizing self-defeating attitudes, feelings, and habits and replacing them with empowering mindsets to fast-track success on the podium and beyond. Readers will learn about these powerful concepts to propel them on their journey to joy:
The Joy of Public Speaking is the first book in Cossolotto's personal empowerment trilogy. Two additional books are planned for publication in the near future. Harness Your HabitForce highlights the seven habits of FAILURE and SUCCESS. Embrace Your Promise Power features an extensive foreword by Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles and co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul® series.
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Personal Empowerment Programs (PEPTalks): Success Is An Inside Job
To promote his speaking and coaching services, Cossolotto recently released an updated speaker one-sheet and launched a speaker website (www.MatthewCossolotto.com), complete with a demo video and a lineup of Personal Empowerment Programs (PEPTalks). His overriding goal is to help his audiences and clients replace negative, disempowering habits of thought with positive, empowering mindsets. This approach applies to all three "power tools" in his Triad Empowerment System – Habits / Speaking / Promises.
About Maincrest Media
With more than 15,000 authors in its far-flung community, Maincrest Media is a book marketing company that offers authors and publishers simpler and more cost-effective ways to promote their books. Maincrest feels it is of the utmost importance that deserving books receive the critical acclaim and attention they deserve. The company's book award and book review programs are designed to bring increased recognition to the thousands of exceptionally written, high quality books that are published each year.
One recipient of a Maincrest Media Book Award said: "[The Award] has brought positive attention and acclaim to my work and podcast." Another recipient said: "I'm honored to have received a Maincrest Media Book Award, particularly because of the deep analysis conducted and the tough criteria applied to each entry by judges. It's an award that means something." A third honoree commented: "I am honored to have received a Maincrest Media Book Award because the judges focus on the craft of writing and producing an award-winning book. It is rewarding to have one's hard work noticed."
For more information, visit https://maincrestmedia.com/about-maincrest-media/.
Maincrest Media's judges praised Cossolotto's book for being "well thought-out and well-researched," for presenting "new, original ideas," and for having a "logical progression… [and] a strong, unifying theme which adds coherence and clarity to the book." The judges also commended "the author's word choice, sentence fluency, voice and tone," and stated that the book's target audience is "clear and the contents of the book is in line with other highly regarded books in its genre."
"This is exciting news," commented Cossolotto. "It's truly unfortunate that so many people rank public speaking as one of their top fears. My book embraces a simple proposition: People who learn to enjoy public speaking tend to be better at it than those hobbled by anxiety, trepidation, or outright terror. So my mission is to help millions of people around the world overcome those fears and move from stage fright to stage delight. I want to thank Maincrest Media for exposing more people to the book's important messages about speaking success and personal empowerment."
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Cossolotto's leadership communications career spans the corridors of power and influence on both sides of the Atlantic – from NATO headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, to the Speaker's Office in the U.S. House of Representatives. A former aide to Congressman Leon Panetta, Cossolotto has coached and penned speeches for senior executives at a wide range of organizations, including UCLA and Fortune 100 corporations.
As a guest speaker, workshop leader, and speech coach, Cossolotto has shared his ideas and expertise with a wide range of domestic and international audiences, including corporations, associations, government agencies, conferences, schools, community groups, and nonprofits/NGOs. To book Cossolotto as a speaker or coach, visit www.MatthewCossolotto.com.
In The Joy of Public Speaking, Matthew Cossolotto distills many years of high-profile speechwriting and speech coaching experience into a comprehensive, how-to guide to help experienced, novice, and terrified speakers alike. Cossolotto's breakthrough book is packed with powerful mindset shifts, key insights, and practical tips that can help readers advance their careers, enhance their leadership skills, and make a difference in the world.
Dedicated to the leaders and staff of NATO, the book guides readers in recognizing self-defeating attitudes, feelings, and habits and replacing them with empowering mindsets to fast-track success on the podium and beyond. Readers will learn about these powerful concepts to propel them on their journey to joy:
- The Gentle Art of Mental Joyjitsu
- The Six Axioms of Personal Empowerment
- The Seven Steps to Joy
- The Power of SPEECH: The Six-point Checklist for Powerful Presentations
- The Wizard of Oz Formula and the Rule of Three
- Twenty Terrific Tips for Top-Notch Talks
The Joy of Public Speaking is the first book in Cossolotto's personal empowerment trilogy. Two additional books are planned for publication in the near future. Harness Your HabitForce highlights the seven habits of FAILURE and SUCCESS. Embrace Your Promise Power features an extensive foreword by Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles and co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul® series.
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Personal Empowerment Programs (PEPTalks): Success Is An Inside Job
To promote his speaking and coaching services, Cossolotto recently released an updated speaker one-sheet and launched a speaker website (www.MatthewCossolotto.com), complete with a demo video and a lineup of Personal Empowerment Programs (PEPTalks). His overriding goal is to help his audiences and clients replace negative, disempowering habits of thought with positive, empowering mindsets. This approach applies to all three "power tools" in his Triad Empowerment System – Habits / Speaking / Promises.
About Maincrest Media
With more than 15,000 authors in its far-flung community, Maincrest Media is a book marketing company that offers authors and publishers simpler and more cost-effective ways to promote their books. Maincrest feels it is of the utmost importance that deserving books receive the critical acclaim and attention they deserve. The company's book award and book review programs are designed to bring increased recognition to the thousands of exceptionally written, high quality books that are published each year.
One recipient of a Maincrest Media Book Award said: "[The Award] has brought positive attention and acclaim to my work and podcast." Another recipient said: "I'm honored to have received a Maincrest Media Book Award, particularly because of the deep analysis conducted and the tough criteria applied to each entry by judges. It's an award that means something." A third honoree commented: "I am honored to have received a Maincrest Media Book Award because the judges focus on the craft of writing and producing an award-winning book. It is rewarding to have one's hard work noticed."
For more information, visit https://maincrestmedia.com/about-maincrest-media/.
Source: Matthew Cossolotto, The Podium Pro
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