Paul du Toit is the author of You Can Present with Confidence and co-author of The Exceptional Speaker. He was awarded the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation in the 21st by the National Speakers Association (USA) in 2008. He is a founder and former president of the Professional Speakers Association of Southern Africa. In April 2009, he was awarded the Stef du Plessis Founder's Award at the Global Speakers Summit in Cape Town for his contributions to the speaking industry. In 2014 he was made an Honorary FPSA by the PSAUK&I. He was inducted into the Southern African Speakers Hall of Fame in 2017 and the Southern African Educators Hall of Fame in 2020.
""This is an easy read, packed with real case studies and personal experiences and outstanding anecdotes that will inspire you while you learn. Paul's book outlines the psychology and science of persuasion in simple, practical terms, while revealing an abundance of amazing ideas and opportunities for you. Comprehensive, captivating, and riveting, this book will dramatically improve your ability to influence others and is a must-read."" - Prof. Allan Pease, Author of 11 #1 bestsellers ""Persuasion techniques that are simple to master and will help you to influence in ways that are not immediately obvious"" - Tony Leon, former leader of the opposition in the South African parliament