Many people find public speaking stressful. However, in the course of our life, we will need to be engaged in some form of public speaking in order to accomplish certain task. The truth is, public speaking does not have to be stressful! If you can pin-point the source of public speaking stress and keep in mind a few handy tips, you will soon alleviate your fear and actually enjoy the experience.
Tip #1 - 3 main points
There is no need to deliver loads of facts to impress your audience. Most of the time, people could remember just a few facts that you tried to convey. You just need 3 main points in your speech. Your audiences just want you to deliver 3 key points that will make a difference to them. You only need to organise your talks this way and your job as a speaker is so much easier. This would eliminate the stress of trying to memorize tons of facts.
Tip #2 - Give them value
I found out that all my audience wanted at the end of my speech was something of value that they could take away. If they could feel good about themselves, feel good about some task they have to complete, you are considered a success.
Tip #3 - Be yourself
The key to be successful in public speaking is to be yourself. If you try to emulate other speakers, whose qualities you presently lack, you are adding unnecessary stress to yourself. Once you are in the right frame of mind, you become relax and you will be able to deliver your main points confidently. Always remember that you are there to give the audience something of value.
Tip #4 - Be humble
Being humble in front of your audience makes you more human and they can connect with you more easily. When you are speaking as 'one of them', you become more believable and sometimes more respected. For example, by sharing your mistakes and weaknesses, you create a safe and intimate environment for others to open up their feeling and accept you.
Tip #5 - Be in control
These are things that you need to control - your emotions, your mindset, the arrangements of your slides and other presentation materials and the layout of the room. When the audience sensed that you are in control, they will be more willing to listen to you.
Remember - The key to effective public speaking is to eliminate your fears. If you follow these tips, you are on your way to be a better speaker.
Good luck!
Do you have a strong desire to overcome stage fright, deliver high impact presentations that move your audience and convey your ideas more effectively?
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