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George F. Hoar: “But with gestures as with the voice, get teachers or friendly critics to point out to you any bad habit you may fall…”

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But with gestures as with the voice, get teachers or friendly critics to point out to you any bad habit you may fall into.
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Hoar suggests that speakers should seek feedback on their gestures to improve their public speaking skills.

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