Speaking my mind
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Book Introduction
“A single word of sincerity can warm up a relationship!”
The symbol of Korean mornings, “Hwang Jung-min’s FM March”
Announcer Hwang Jung-min shares his attitude and skills in speaking!
★ Strongly recommended by Kim Yun-na (writer), Park Myeong-su (comedian), Kim Jae-won (announcer), and Han Gwang-yeong (CEO) ★
KBS's flagship announcer Hwang Jung-min, who has been communicating with viewers in front of microphones and cameras for over 30 years, has published his first book, "Saying What I Mean," which contains various speaking know-hows he has experienced in his daily life.
The author, who has experienced countless conversations in the news, radio, and entertainment fields, vividly conveys in this book how small but crucial details like "breathing," "pausing," "listening," and "refusing" can change the flow of conversation and warm relationships.
The author emphasizes that speaking correctly and intelligently requires a combination of communication and persuasiveness, along with an understanding of context and situation, while delivering the message that "if you don't express yourself properly, your sincerity won't be conveyed."
From news commentary where accuracy is key, radio hosting where empathy is crucial, and entertainment shows that demand a sharp wit, to even relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, I personally realized that words are a crucial factor in determining the temperature between 'you' and 'me.'
As you listen to the speaking episodes from announcer Hwang Jung-min's life, you will find yourself listening to "Hwang Jung-min's FM March" once again.
Because these are stories that will make anyone nod their head and slap their knee.
Therefore, if you are someone who has been hurt by words and worn out by relationships and attitudes, you can encounter 'the language of life that makes life a little more affectionate' through this book.
Although it may not be a perfect solution for everyone, announcer Hwang Jung-min's sincere voice, delivered as a colleague who has shared the same concerns, is enough to provide a small pause and strong courage in your daily life.
Additionally, the various 'speaking tips' listed in the appendix will be of practical help.
The symbol of Korean mornings, “Hwang Jung-min’s FM March”
Announcer Hwang Jung-min shares his attitude and skills in speaking!
★ Strongly recommended by Kim Yun-na (writer), Park Myeong-su (comedian), Kim Jae-won (announcer), and Han Gwang-yeong (CEO) ★
KBS's flagship announcer Hwang Jung-min, who has been communicating with viewers in front of microphones and cameras for over 30 years, has published his first book, "Saying What I Mean," which contains various speaking know-hows he has experienced in his daily life.
The author, who has experienced countless conversations in the news, radio, and entertainment fields, vividly conveys in this book how small but crucial details like "breathing," "pausing," "listening," and "refusing" can change the flow of conversation and warm relationships.
The author emphasizes that speaking correctly and intelligently requires a combination of communication and persuasiveness, along with an understanding of context and situation, while delivering the message that "if you don't express yourself properly, your sincerity won't be conveyed."
From news commentary where accuracy is key, radio hosting where empathy is crucial, and entertainment shows that demand a sharp wit, to even relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, I personally realized that words are a crucial factor in determining the temperature between 'you' and 'me.'
As you listen to the speaking episodes from announcer Hwang Jung-min's life, you will find yourself listening to "Hwang Jung-min's FM March" once again.
Because these are stories that will make anyone nod their head and slap their knee.
Therefore, if you are someone who has been hurt by words and worn out by relationships and attitudes, you can encounter 'the language of life that makes life a little more affectionate' through this book.
Although it may not be a perfect solution for everyone, announcer Hwang Jung-min's sincere voice, delivered as a colleague who has shared the same concerns, is enough to provide a small pause and strong courage in your daily life.
Additionally, the various 'speaking tips' listed in the appendix will be of practical help.
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Prologue: A Word That Makes Life a Little More Affectionate
CHAPTER Ⅰ.
Words that wake me up
“I live as I breathe, as I speak.”
Language that creates the rhythm of life
TALK ① Various breathing techniques used in daily life
Words that are sweet to the ears, words that shake the heart
A moment of silent, strong pause
TALK ② The Effect of Fuzz
If you don't say it, you won't know, and if you say it, not everything will be conveyed.
My potential that I didn't even know about
My sincerity that I couldn't express properly
CHAPTER Ⅱ.
Words that raise the temperature of a relationship
“We talk less, communicate more, and get to know each other little by little.”
Start from the other person's perspective
The quality of speech comes from attitude.
TALK ③ Speaking habits that bosses should be wary of
The first words that determine the temperature of a relationship
TALK ④ How to make a good first impression on someone you met through work
The art of listening
About listening well
TALK ⑤ Active listening that you can use right now
If it's words that embrace you so warmly
Some words never die
I like seeing the two of you together
Softness overcomes strength, and so do words.
Words that bloom like firecrackers, words that stick like bullets
Let go of the belief that I am right
How to improve your communication and persuasiveness
TALK ⑥ 3-Minute Speech Helpful in Real Life
CHAPTER Ⅲ.
Words that strengthen the mind
“Sometimes I have to say ‘no’ to others and ‘yes’ to myself.”
Confronting the Hidden Rudeness in “It’s All for You”
To prevent energy vampires from invading
TALK ⑦ How to protect yourself from energy vampires
Even words need editing
The know-how of rejection that protects me
How to focus on yourself, not the situation
A colorful storyteller who enriches life
CHAPTER Ⅳ.
Words of growth, change, and practice
“Through words, I meet another me and discover a colorful world.”
Self-exploration called taste
My own purification ritual that adds color to the black and white of everyday life.
TALK ⑧ Find your own ritual
If you live your daily life as if you were traveling, life might become a little more affectionate.
Admiration breeds admiration, and joy breeds joy.
“Dad was always happy!”
Let's get started
TALK ⑨ For those who find it difficult to get started
CHAPTER Ⅰ.
Words that wake me up
“I live as I breathe, as I speak.”
Language that creates the rhythm of life
TALK ① Various breathing techniques used in daily life
Words that are sweet to the ears, words that shake the heart
A moment of silent, strong pause
TALK ② The Effect of Fuzz
If you don't say it, you won't know, and if you say it, not everything will be conveyed.
My potential that I didn't even know about
My sincerity that I couldn't express properly
CHAPTER Ⅱ.
Words that raise the temperature of a relationship
“We talk less, communicate more, and get to know each other little by little.”
Start from the other person's perspective
The quality of speech comes from attitude.
TALK ③ Speaking habits that bosses should be wary of
The first words that determine the temperature of a relationship
TALK ④ How to make a good first impression on someone you met through work
The art of listening
About listening well
TALK ⑤ Active listening that you can use right now
If it's words that embrace you so warmly
Some words never die
I like seeing the two of you together
Softness overcomes strength, and so do words.
Words that bloom like firecrackers, words that stick like bullets
Let go of the belief that I am right
How to improve your communication and persuasiveness
TALK ⑥ 3-Minute Speech Helpful in Real Life
CHAPTER Ⅲ.
Words that strengthen the mind
“Sometimes I have to say ‘no’ to others and ‘yes’ to myself.”
Confronting the Hidden Rudeness in “It’s All for You”
To prevent energy vampires from invading
TALK ⑦ How to protect yourself from energy vampires
Even words need editing
The know-how of rejection that protects me
How to focus on yourself, not the situation
A colorful storyteller who enriches life
CHAPTER Ⅳ.
Words of growth, change, and practice
“Through words, I meet another me and discover a colorful world.”
Self-exploration called taste
My own purification ritual that adds color to the black and white of everyday life.
TALK ⑧ Find your own ritual
If you live your daily life as if you were traveling, life might become a little more affectionate.
Admiration breeds admiration, and joy breeds joy.
“Dad was always happy!”
Let's get started
TALK ⑨ For those who find it difficult to get started
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On the other hand, there are people whose sincerity can be felt even if they don't say much.
“Work is good, but take care of your health.” Those casual words warm my heart.
You don't have to talk much with these people, and it doesn't feel awkward even if you meet them after a long time.
Because I know that it contains feelings that cannot be expressed in words.
No matter how flowery the words are, they cannot overcome sincerity.
After all, words are vessels that hold the heart, and no matter how well you package words without heart, they are all felt.
--- p.31, from “Words that are sweet to the ears, words that shake the heart”
The power of the opening is especially great in business meetings.
Even with just the first few words, the other person immediately realizes how much preparation I have put in, and their heart is moved by the sincerity of my hard work.
Sometimes, that feeling can be a decisive factor in leading a business or contract in a positive direction.
Such preparation is the ‘opening of the meeting.’
Just as a radio writer gathers content from all angles and carefully selects every word for the one sentence that opens his or her morning broadcast, I believe that studying and organizing your thoughts about the person and the work before meeting them becomes the first sentence that opens the door to a relationship.
--- p.93, from “The First Words That Determine the Temperature of a Relationship”
Words that come out when emotions are overflowing create a wall before they even reach the other person.
And that wall only encourages the opponent to become more defensive.
So I started to change the way I spoke.
When you're upset, don't pour out your feelings right away, take some time.
When my mind is calm and my husband is ready to accept it, I gently bring up the subject.
--- p.141, from “Softness overcomes strength, and so do words”
The fact that the response is so enthusiastic and the questions are flooding in is proof that many people are having a hard time saying no.
Moreover, rejection is one of the most delicate and difficult tasks to handle in human relationships.
It doesn't end with simply saying 'NO' to a specific issue; you have to consider the relationship that follows.
So, many people end up either smiling vaguely, wasting time, or eventually forcing themselves to accept it, unable to say no.
--- p.203, from “The Know-How of Refusal to Protect Myself”
Even I was moved by a single word or exclamation, so how much more sensitive would children be?
I realized once again that it is important for children to directly express the emotions they feel during happy moments.
To do that, we need to make an effort to be more sensitive to good moments than bad ones.
If the person you are with often tells you how they feel during a pleasant moment, your dried-up emotions will gradually become more moist.
A warm heart will naturally grow within it.
“Work is good, but take care of your health.” Those casual words warm my heart.
You don't have to talk much with these people, and it doesn't feel awkward even if you meet them after a long time.
Because I know that it contains feelings that cannot be expressed in words.
No matter how flowery the words are, they cannot overcome sincerity.
After all, words are vessels that hold the heart, and no matter how well you package words without heart, they are all felt.
--- p.31, from “Words that are sweet to the ears, words that shake the heart”
The power of the opening is especially great in business meetings.
Even with just the first few words, the other person immediately realizes how much preparation I have put in, and their heart is moved by the sincerity of my hard work.
Sometimes, that feeling can be a decisive factor in leading a business or contract in a positive direction.
Such preparation is the ‘opening of the meeting.’
Just as a radio writer gathers content from all angles and carefully selects every word for the one sentence that opens his or her morning broadcast, I believe that studying and organizing your thoughts about the person and the work before meeting them becomes the first sentence that opens the door to a relationship.
--- p.93, from “The First Words That Determine the Temperature of a Relationship”
Words that come out when emotions are overflowing create a wall before they even reach the other person.
And that wall only encourages the opponent to become more defensive.
So I started to change the way I spoke.
When you're upset, don't pour out your feelings right away, take some time.
When my mind is calm and my husband is ready to accept it, I gently bring up the subject.
--- p.141, from “Softness overcomes strength, and so do words”
The fact that the response is so enthusiastic and the questions are flooding in is proof that many people are having a hard time saying no.
Moreover, rejection is one of the most delicate and difficult tasks to handle in human relationships.
It doesn't end with simply saying 'NO' to a specific issue; you have to consider the relationship that follows.
So, many people end up either smiling vaguely, wasting time, or eventually forcing themselves to accept it, unable to say no.
--- p.203, from “The Know-How of Refusal to Protect Myself”
Even I was moved by a single word or exclamation, so how much more sensitive would children be?
I realized once again that it is important for children to directly express the emotions they feel during happy moments.
To do that, we need to make an effort to be more sensitive to good moments than bad ones.
If the person you are with often tells you how they feel during a pleasant moment, your dried-up emotions will gradually become more moist.
A warm heart will naturally grow within it.
--- p.263, from “Admiration breeds admiration, and joy expands joy”
Publisher's Review
Announcer Hwang Jung-min's communication skills determine the quality of speech!
Here's why KBS's leading announcer has been loved as an icon of communication and empathy for over 30 years!
“Through words, I meet another me and discover a colorful world!”
We exchange countless words every day.
A brief greeting in the morning, a speech at a meeting at work, even a casual conversation with a friend…
Words are always with us, but at the same time, they are also the tools that cause the most misunderstandings and hurt.
Even though we convey the same message, some words brighten the other person's heart, while others, contrary to our intention, leave us feeling resentful and uncomfortable.
Why does this difference occur?
Author Hwang Jeong-min, who has been a KBS news and radio anchor for over 30 years and now communicates with viewers through home shopping, has long been searching for an answer to this question.
And finally he says this.
“Words must be sincere.
“No matter how flashy the words may seem, they are ultimately empty words without sincerity.”
The book "Speaking My Mind" contains the essence of speaking that he realized through his long experience in broadcasting and various turning points in life.
This book is not simply a conversation guide, but a powerful demonstration of the power of language to bear the weight of life, relationships, and attitudes.
“A sincere word can give you strength to get through the day,
It becomes an inner sentence that will live on for the rest of your life!”
The author confesses in the prologue:
“I can’t give you a perfect answer.
I just hope that the mere fact that there is someone out there who has been through the same struggles as you will provide some small comfort.” This sentence has a special resonance.
Hwang Jung-min is an announcer who has made speaking his profession, but at the same time, he honestly reveals the experiences of an ordinary person who was hurt and shaken by words.
From the various communication episodes he encountered through news, entertainment, and radio, to the unexpected turning point of honorable retirement, and even hosting a home shopping show as a new stage, the author experienced the power of words more deeply through the process of wavering and growth he experienced.
This is not a simple communication technique, but the very essence of sincerity, which is the attitude of looking after the other person's heart while protecting one's own.
For those who are tired of words and hurt by relationships and attitudes!
A warm and affectionate speaking class that makes even the same words feel good!
This book consists of four chapters.
Chapter 1 introduces practical methods, such as breathing control learned from news and radio broadcasts, the persuasive power of space between words, and training methods for conveying sincerity.
Chapter 2 emphasizes not just simple 'listening' but 'listening with the other person's heart', and Chapter 3 presents conversation methods to protect yourself in relationships, such as the rudeness hidden behind words and the courage to say 'no'.
The final four chapters detail the author's experience of breaking free from the comfort zone and taking on new challenges, demonstrating how small but consistent practices can transform lives and strengthen relationships.
Additionally, each part contains separate 'smart talk talk tips' that can be used immediately for each topic and situation.
“Speech is not a skill, it is an attitude.
And attitude is the weight of a relationship.” For him, words are more than just a means of communication; they are the rhythm of life and the axis that supports relationships.
Therefore, good speaking is the first step to building good relationships and, furthermore, a happy life.
Today, we live in an age where the ways we communicate are more diverse than ever before.
Although we can connect anytime and anywhere through messengers, emails, comments, and even video calls, it is true that the number of disconnected relationships and misunderstandings is also increasing.
"Speaking My Mind" proposes restoring genuine dialogue between people.
Anyone who has been hurt by words, exhausted by relationships, or longs for warmer, stronger relationships will find new courage in this book.
The author goes beyond 'how to speak well' and joins us on a journey to find 'a language that makes life a little more affectionate.'
“It’s okay if it’s not perfect.
“Just a single word, spoken with a pause, a breath, and a firm heart, can change our lives.” Let’s take a look at this must-read book that is a reliable guide for everyone, enough to raise the temperature of relationships and solidify attitude skills.
Here's why KBS's leading announcer has been loved as an icon of communication and empathy for over 30 years!
“Through words, I meet another me and discover a colorful world!”
We exchange countless words every day.
A brief greeting in the morning, a speech at a meeting at work, even a casual conversation with a friend…
Words are always with us, but at the same time, they are also the tools that cause the most misunderstandings and hurt.
Even though we convey the same message, some words brighten the other person's heart, while others, contrary to our intention, leave us feeling resentful and uncomfortable.
Why does this difference occur?
Author Hwang Jeong-min, who has been a KBS news and radio anchor for over 30 years and now communicates with viewers through home shopping, has long been searching for an answer to this question.
And finally he says this.
“Words must be sincere.
“No matter how flashy the words may seem, they are ultimately empty words without sincerity.”
The book "Speaking My Mind" contains the essence of speaking that he realized through his long experience in broadcasting and various turning points in life.
This book is not simply a conversation guide, but a powerful demonstration of the power of language to bear the weight of life, relationships, and attitudes.
“A sincere word can give you strength to get through the day,
It becomes an inner sentence that will live on for the rest of your life!”
The author confesses in the prologue:
“I can’t give you a perfect answer.
I just hope that the mere fact that there is someone out there who has been through the same struggles as you will provide some small comfort.” This sentence has a special resonance.
Hwang Jung-min is an announcer who has made speaking his profession, but at the same time, he honestly reveals the experiences of an ordinary person who was hurt and shaken by words.
From the various communication episodes he encountered through news, entertainment, and radio, to the unexpected turning point of honorable retirement, and even hosting a home shopping show as a new stage, the author experienced the power of words more deeply through the process of wavering and growth he experienced.
This is not a simple communication technique, but the very essence of sincerity, which is the attitude of looking after the other person's heart while protecting one's own.
For those who are tired of words and hurt by relationships and attitudes!
A warm and affectionate speaking class that makes even the same words feel good!
This book consists of four chapters.
Chapter 1 introduces practical methods, such as breathing control learned from news and radio broadcasts, the persuasive power of space between words, and training methods for conveying sincerity.
Chapter 2 emphasizes not just simple 'listening' but 'listening with the other person's heart', and Chapter 3 presents conversation methods to protect yourself in relationships, such as the rudeness hidden behind words and the courage to say 'no'.
The final four chapters detail the author's experience of breaking free from the comfort zone and taking on new challenges, demonstrating how small but consistent practices can transform lives and strengthen relationships.
Additionally, each part contains separate 'smart talk talk tips' that can be used immediately for each topic and situation.
“Speech is not a skill, it is an attitude.
And attitude is the weight of a relationship.” For him, words are more than just a means of communication; they are the rhythm of life and the axis that supports relationships.
Therefore, good speaking is the first step to building good relationships and, furthermore, a happy life.
Today, we live in an age where the ways we communicate are more diverse than ever before.
Although we can connect anytime and anywhere through messengers, emails, comments, and even video calls, it is true that the number of disconnected relationships and misunderstandings is also increasing.
"Speaking My Mind" proposes restoring genuine dialogue between people.
Anyone who has been hurt by words, exhausted by relationships, or longs for warmer, stronger relationships will find new courage in this book.
The author goes beyond 'how to speak well' and joins us on a journey to find 'a language that makes life a little more affectionate.'
“It’s okay if it’s not perfect.
“Just a single word, spoken with a pause, a breath, and a firm heart, can change our lives.” Let’s take a look at this must-read book that is a reliable guide for everyone, enough to raise the temperature of relationships and solidify attitude skills.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: September 18, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 280 pages | 434g | 140*205*18mm
- ISBN13: 9791173479571
- ISBN10: 1173479570
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