I have to admit that I was slightly puzzled and taken aback when Mark approached me to write the Foreword for How To Talk To Absolutely Anyone. You see, my forté is makeup, beauty, grooming and style. So I was a bit confused as to why Mark would approach me to write a foreword for this kind of book. But then I thought about it and as soon as I started to read it everything clicked into place!

As a makeup artist and beauty/image expert I have been fortunate to work with some of the most beautiful and successful men and women in the world. Individuals who appear to exude confidence whether they are on the red carpet or performing on a stage in front of thousands!

Yet for years I have been a regular face on British TV makeover shows, giving advice and transforming the Great British Public from “drab” to fab. The appetite for these types of shows is relentless . . . People WANT to make the most out of themselves. It doesn't have to cost the earth or take a huge amount of time and effort. Indeed looking and feeling fabulous is NOT just for the rich and famous . . . it's an achievable goal that can work into everyone's timeframe and budget!

The main attribute you need is not Angelina Jolie's perfect pout, or Hugh Jackman's six pack – it's confidence!

Identifying and highlighting your best features will set you on the road to a renewed confidence in yourself.

How To Talk To Absolutely Anyone gives you easy‐to‐follow steps and ideas on how to instantly boost your confidence to approach anyone in any situation. From tackling sensitive work‐related issues to breaking the painfully awkward silence of “lift” travel, this book is an easily digestible read that helps to rethink your approach to socially and personally challenging situations.

I think this is the perfect travel companion as it is easy to skim through to areas of concern for you, as well as containing handy confidence‐boosting techniques for so many tricky situations.

This book really helps you to move your comfort zone, in a similar way that a red lipstick can for a woman or a skincare routine can for a man. There's that classic Fear Factor: “there's no way I can say that!”, “there's no way I can wear that . . . ”, but Mark's refreshing approach on addressing real‐life situations will have an instant effect on how you interact with friends, family and total strangers. After years of public speaking and hosting various events, even I have picked up some invaluable tips.

Like Mark's sellout seminars, his sense of fun and enthusiasm exudes throughout the book, allowing you to relate to the various scenarios regardless of your background.

Enjoy!

Armand

Armand Beasley

International beauty/image expert and celebrity makeup artist

www.armandinternationalltd.com