Tips for Public Speaking

Speaking gives us an opportunity to communicate our message to many people at once but fear of public speaking is one of the most common phobias. Over time, people try to protect themselves fighting the anxiety of public speech but sometimes this becomes stronger, more persistent and chronic. I myself had to fight my fear of public speaking.

Here are some tips that could help you to overcome the fear of public speaking. At least they helped me to overcome the problem.

• A good preparation is quite important and you must understand very well what you're talking about. You need to prepare it ahead of time so that you won't have to look too much at your projected slides or "PowerPoint".

• Organisation is crucial: don't forget that the more organised you are, the more easier will be your task and less anxious  you will be. 

• For feeling more confident, practice your complete presentation several times, first alone and then for someone whom you feel comfortable with, Ask for their feedback for improvements. Over time and with repeated practice, you'll feel less nervous.

• Do some deep breaths before you get up for your presentation. They can also help calm your nerves. 

• Bring a water bottle with you because your nervousness can make you feel a dry mouth while speaking.

• Don't speak too fast. If your mind goes blank for a moment do a pause to calm down, take a few slow deep breaths and drink some water. Meanwhile you've already put your ideas in order.

• You should consider what questions the audience may ask and have some ready responses for them.

I hope this will help you.

Goodbye and until next post!