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In the Line of Fire: How to Handle Tough Questions...When It Counts
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In the Line of Fire: How to Handle Tough Questions...When It Counts

by Jerry Weissman
June 2005
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
216 pages
3h 37m
English
Pearson
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Chapter 7. Topspin in Action (Martial Art: Agility)

Guard against your opponent, wait for his move then immediately switch to the offensive.

Hei-Ho-Kaden-Sho (Hereditary Manual of the Martial Arts) By Yagyu Tajimanokami Munenori [7.1] (1571–1647)

Topspin presents further parallels with the martial arts. It moves the combative exchange from the defensive, deflecting the challenger’s negative energy, to the offensive, asserting influence over the challenger. However, exerting that influence is not easy; it requires the presenter to overcome opposing natural instincts. Human beings, when faced with danger, either try to protect themselves or escape the conflict: the classic Fight or Flight reaction.

Most presenters, when faced with challenging questions, ...

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