How can you prepare for public speaking when you are nervous?

In order to have more confidence you need to be able to control stress levels. A way to feel more confident onstage is to rehearse so much you get to feel 100% sure about how you can deliver your presentation. In order to do so: 1. Write your script, or have it written. Ideally you want your script to BE exactly what you will say on stage. 2. Read it our loud a few times, to hear how it actually sounds when presented. 3. Memorize it through practice. Repeat it as many times as possible, excercising yourself read the script as little as possible. Visualize yourself giving the presentation. Practice pauses, jokes, changes in tone. 4. Repeat it as many times as needed to be able to say all without needing neither the script nor the slides.

Public speaking, often dubbed one of humanity's greatest fears, can indeed be intimidating. Here, I share these insights to assist fellow speakers in their journey to conquering public speaking anxiety. -Know Your Material Inside Out -Embrace the Power of Preparation -Understanding your audience -Embrace Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques -Emphasize Authenticity over Perfection -Practice Positive Self-talk In conclusion, public speaking anxiety is not a roadblock but a transformative journey.

Master public speaking with meticulous preparation: organize key terms, connect with your audience through questions, involve them in responses, and amplify understanding with real-life references and fundamental case studies. Confidence is key; banish nervousness by knowing your subject and embracing boldness. Believe in yourself, and don't let fear interfere with your compelling speech.

Public speaking can be nerve-wracking, especially if you're not used to it. But with careful planning and preparation, you can minimize your nerves and deliver a successful speech. Here are some tips: - Identify your main points and organize them in a logical structure. - Use a three-part structure: introduction, body, and conclusion. - Use transitions to connect your main points. - Practice your speech beforehand.

Practicing your public speaking isn't about memorizing your speech. It's practicing your: - content - gestures - intonation - stage presence - feeling of being recorded! It's key to practice for the context of your next speech. If it's on Zoom, practice via Zoom! If it's in-person, simulate the space as much as you can. Would you sit for your speech or stand up? Would you look out to 20 people or 2 people? Pro tip: Record yourself, even for in-person practices, and take the time to give yourself feedback. What's one thing you did well? It can be hard to give ourselves positive feedback when we're improving this key skill, but that boost in your motivation when you see your improvement will make the difference!

I typically only memorize the first and last minute of my speeches and then "dance" my way between those points. Why? As a nervous speaker, the first rehearsed 60 seconds help me to find my groove by developing immediate resonance with the audience. Then, we share a playful and co-creative journey to the final 60 seconds, which are designed to synthesize the entire presentation into a single most important message (SMIM) and rousing call-to-action. This approach serves a dual purpose: 1) It keeps me responsible to the audience in my work of knowledge transmission, and 2) It introduces a sort of "productive novelty" to the work that keeps the work fun, fresh, and energetic for the audience.

I used to worry about being asked a question I could not answer well. I’ve learned it is acceptable to admit you don’t know or would need to give something more thought. Even better, someone else in the room may have a great answer! You can turn the question into an opportunity for others in the audience to briefly share their perspective.

Desde mi rol como Coach de Speakers me parece que la clave para gestionar la presión ante preguntas o comentarios demandantes es una combinación balanceada de previsión y preparación! Hay dos herramientas que pueden llegar a ser superpoderosas a la hora de "salir jugando" de esos momentos y estas son: Amortiguar y parafrasear. Cuando un comentario o pregunta es presionante, no tengo que responder el "pelotazo" tal y como viene sino que puedo quitarle la energía amortiguando, diciendo, por ejemplo: "Agradezco que hayas hecho ese comentario pues me permite decir" ....

As others have said, acknowledge the nerves. As counterintuitive as it may feel, let the anxiety be there. The truth is, you can't fight it off! By trying to fight, you're likely to stiffen up and get more nervous, generating more adrenaline. By acknowledging the nerves, you are in a sense, taking power back from them, and stopping the release of adrenaline. This will naturally help you calm down. In addition, distract yourself with other thoughts. How excited are you for the opportunity to speak? How great will you feel when you've finished? Is the environment set up nicely? Are their people in the audience you know and like? What's your favorite part of the talk that you just can't wait to get to? Let thoughts like these give you joy!

La sérénité est probablement LA qualité maitresse de tout bon orateur. Pour ce faire, il est indispensable de prendre du recul et de garder en tête que : - Le public n'est pas contre nous - On est là pour passer un bon moment - Le stress est une sensation naturelle qui peut s'apaiser avec quelques bonnes respirations - Vous connaissez votre sujet, vous êtes donc légitime et à votre place dans cette intervention Dernier conseil : si vous êtes vraiment trop tendu, l'auto-dérision peut devenir votre meilleure amie !

Nerves just mean you care ❤️. It's human, it's natural, and everyone experiences this. Accepting this fact is important, because feeling something before you give a presentation won't go away. If we go through life without feeling something we may need to reasses what we're doing and why. Nerves are to be expected, but these feelings shouldn't be debilitating. Internalize your message. Don't rely on presentations or props to deliver. Be confident in your expertise. Take a deep breath and rock the stage 🎤

For me, nothing throws me during a talk than some unexpected distraction. So I always do the following before stepping onto the conference stage. - Mute Notifications on my laptop - Clean off my desktop (I just move everything into a single folder temporarily) - Take my lanyard off. I don't need that flopping around and distracting me. - Empty my pockets so no phones are buzzing or keys rattling. - Hit the restroom one last time :-)