As one of the nation’s most sought-after vocal coaches, Woods has worked with everyone from Mahershala Ali (who has written a foreword for this title), Will Smith, and Idris Elba to Kirsten Dunst and Jessica Chastain. In THE POWER OF VOICE, she looks back on her work with Hollywood’s biggest stars, providing valuable lessons about both the art and science of speech in the process. Woods argues that having a strong speaking voice is crucial to achieving one’s goals in every aspect of life, from relationships and family to the business arena. She explores common problems that can prevent us from most effectively getting our message across, such as vocal fry, dialect issues, shyness, and mumbling, and provides exercises to combat these issues, peppering each chapter with real-life examples and stories from decades of working with celebrities. With her ability to teach vocal training in real-world terms, Woods offers a proven, practical, and invaluable set tools to anyone interested in discovering the gifts of their true voice.