Overcoming Public Speaking Challenges
Public speaking can be a daunting experience, even for the most seasoned speakers. Whether you’re presenting in front of a small group or addressing a large audience, the anxiety that builds up before stepping on stage can feel overwhelming. But here’s a powerful, simple tip that can help you overcome that nervous energy and step […]
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So often, we’re told that public speaking is for the loud, the bold, the extroverted. But let me tell you—your introverted nature is your superpower! As introverts, we have a natural ability to listen deeply, connect with empathy, and speak with intention. This thoughtful approach to communication is what transforms lives and leaves lasting impressions. Here
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RESEARCH YOUR AUDIENCE It amazes me how some speakers will show up for a speaking engagement and really not know anything about the audience they are speaking to. Many speakers just get lazy and feel that their message is so important that anyone would want to hear it. They couldn’t be more wrong. Your core
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Here are six tips for improving your communication style: 1) Knowing how to improve communication skills Knowing how to improve communication skills will come easier once you become aware of your own communication style. Each person has a unique way of communicating. Listen to your own speech. What sorts of words do you use? Which
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Many people associate a panic attack and public speaking. They usually have had an anxiety-producing public speaking experience. They may test that past memory of public speaking again, but often the same anxiety reaction results. People who have to speak publicly on a frequent basis and suffer from panic attacks are always searching for a
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Gerald R. Ford said “If I went back to college again, I’d concentrate on two areas: learning to write and learning to speak before an audience. Nothing in life is more important than the ability to communicate effectively.” It’s the number one skill that’s guaranteed to position you head and shoulders above the competition, yet
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Like most pubic speaking consultants, I usually hammer all the reasons a person should not be afraid of presenting. However, the more coaching I do, the more I realize the fear is legit. People should be afraid of getting in front of a group. While there is a lot to gain from speaking publicly, there
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Reduce your fear of speaking by taking the following steps. 1) Conduct Research. Visit or call key participants to ask them what they expect from your presentation. That is, what do they want to learn from it? What do they already know about this topic? How will your presentation help them? Such conversations enlist these
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“I don’t let my mouth say nothin’ my head can’t stand.” -Louis Armstrong Since the 1970’s, learning how to communicate better has had a lot to do with understanding body language. Julius Fast wrote a book entitled, Body Language in 1970. He talked about a new science called Kinesics. It opened the way to more
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Public speaking. For some, the mere thought of getting up in front of a group of people and presenting a speech is more terrifying than heights, snakes, or even death. Imagine how terrified those people would be if they were asked to get in front of an audience and speak with nothing prepared in advance
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