The Art of Public Speaking Mobile Web - Version 1.1 More than 500,000 men and women, since 1912, have been members of public speaking courses using Dale Carnegie's methods. Like thousands before you, this course will enable you to gain self confidence, poise, and the ability to think on your feet. If you've ever felt self conscious, frightened and unable to concentrate or remember what you had to say in front of a crowd...this course will give you the ability to think clearly...to get your thoughts together in logical order and say your say clearly and convincingly before a business, club, group or audience.