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Handling public speaking

Walking into the stage you know you have the right material with you and you have the content readily prepared but you just won’t stop from sweating.Your spine give a painful and unknown pain.You look into their eyes they have them set at you.Your legs become in heavy to carry,you press on and do what needs to be done because you just can’t let yourself down. Bit you must address them,you just do it anyway! Ever been involved in such a situation?Having chills when you have to address people? Try these exercises to improved your public speaking skills!

STAY AWAY FROM NEGATIVE PEOPLE

This is the time to really evaluate your inner circle, including friends and family. This is a tough one, but it’s time to seriously consider getting away from those individuals who put you down and shred your confidence. Negative people will leave you feeling little and self loathing do not allow them to get to you.

CHANGE YOUR BODY LANGUAGE

Just the simple act of pulling your shoulders back gives others the impression that you are a confident person. Smiling will not only make you feel better, but will make others feel more comfortable around you. Imagine a person with good posture and a smile and you’ll be envisioning someone who is self-confident.

BE PREPARED

Learn everything there is to know about your field, job, presentation–whatever is next on your “to conquer” list. If you are prepared, and have the knowledge to back it up, your self-confidence will soar.

KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE

Before you begin to craft your message, consider who the message is intended for. Learn as much about your listeners as you can. This will help you determine your choice of words, level of information, organization pattern, and motivational statement.

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