Public speaking is definitely hard for everyone at some point. What matters is that you keep sharpening the saw and further developing your leadership skills. Continue reading for Atlas Hartmann’s 10 best pieces of advice to ease your fear of public speaking:
- Practice, practice, practice. The more you practice, the more comfortable you will become with your material.
- Prepare and organize your speech ahead of time. This will help you feel more in control and confident.
- Focus on your breathing and take deep breaths to help calm your nerves.
- Visualize yourself giving a successful speech and imagine the audience enjoying your presentation.
- Engage with your audience by making eye contact and using body language to convey your message.
- Start with a strong opening to grab the attention of your audience and set the tone for your speech.
- Speak slowly and clearly, and avoid rushing through your material.
- Use humor to help relax yourself and your audience, but be careful not to overdo it.
- Be authentic and genuine in your delivery, and don’t be afraid to show your personality.
- Remember that being nervous is normal, and even experienced speakers get nervous. Embrace your nerves and use them to fuel your presentation.
We hope that with some practice, these tips can help make your next public speaking experience run more smoothly! For more from Atlas Hartmann, be sure to check out our YouTube channel.
