Welcome
For most people, the prospect of giving a speech is terrifying. But giving a speech does NOT have to be painful or frightening. With the help of the useful tools and practical examples provided by this website and from his book, Ten Minutes to the Speech, Vance Van Petten demonstrates that public speaking can be made easy and yes, even fun.
As a former Hollywood studio executive and currently the executive director of the Producers Guild of America, Vance Van Petten has delivered countless speeches to schools, corporate and industry groups, and community organizations. The simple and entertaining approach he outlines in Ten Minutes to the Speech provides a solid foundation for novice speakers, touching on such elements as delivery, posture, humor and overcoming stage fright. And even veteran speakers stand to gain from reviewing some of Van Petten’s special tips, such as the secret of “smeathing.”
If you’re seeking to help your class, employees or organization improve their communication skills, consider inviting Vance Van Petten for a public speaking engagement. After speaking at innumerable venues to various organizations, Vance Van Petten has put together a very entertaining — and audience participatory — presentation for helping people learn how to better communicate with others, in group settings or individually.
If you’re seeking to contact Mr. Van Petten in regards to the Producers Guild, please redirect your correspondence through the Guild’s website.
