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8 months ago
I freak out when I have to make a class speech or something. Even in front of my friends. I want to be able to walk in front of the class and give a great presentation for once.
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How to get better at speaking in public
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How I did it: Forced myself into difficult situations. I organized event and choose myself as the anchor. The audience hated me initially but I grew over time as entertaining speaker. Lessons & tips: Don't hesitate screwing up. Just wanted to let you guys now, I have been a stutterer since I was 6.
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ega_etin is learning
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fufiled
How I did it: Went to a conference in another city with a group from class...and when it came to the interactive session we were asked to form groups and speak on different subjects...the leader of my group was a shy person and could barely get himself heard, so i just swallowed my fear and took control: got people to give points and when we had decided what we wanted to say...i used reverse psychology to get myself elected as the speaker of the group.… Read how I did it…
NittleGrasper is thinking.
It made me
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How I did it: I took a 1st year Communications class at my university... COMM 150, they call it there. (Which was why it took 4 months) It's a semester long course, and you really learn how to prepare yourself for speeches, how to be open with others, as well as becoming friends with the people in the class. I am glad that the class was only 30 people, so it wasn't overwhelming at all. (Since most college classes are in huge lecture halls and such). Th… Read how I did it…
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Good Progress!
9 months ago
I have completed a Speech Craft course that was provided by my employer. In about 6 weeks I have to give a short speech to a small group that includes my regional and state manager. After that is completed I will consider this goal complete, while there is still much room for improvement. I think it would be a good idea o back this experience up with further development in Toast Masters.
Public Speaking
9 months ago
Some people view Public Speaking worse than death itself.
I have never had that type of challenge but I did sweat alot when I first attempted it and after awhile through repitition of talking to myself and doing self talk before performing I was able to manage my fear.
Some people may disagree but I believe for the most part you will always have some type of fear when speaking in front of people especially when you are talking about a subject that is controversial. It is all in the way you manage your fear.
You have to remember the people in the audience automatically respect you just for the fact you are putting yourself in the light. There are not a lot of people in the audience that would do the same as you. The fact that you are willing to speak to a group gives you an automatic level of respect and trust in a group.
The fear is always – “What if they laugh at me because I screw up” -“What if I freeze when I get in front of people” – “What if I don’t sound good or look good.”
Before you go on see yourself as already successful, pretend you are in the audience and everyone is wowed by your speech. Seeing yourself as already successfully speaking will increase your confidence drastically.
Once you are there pick a spot at the back of the room on the wall and talk to that spot. Shift your head from side to side focusing on that wall until you become comfortable, don’t make eye contact with anyone until you have some experience under your belt. By staring at the wall and moving your head side to side along that wall, will keep you focused and on task. People will think you are in fact looking at them but the funniest part of all is no one will know – only you.
Public Speakiing
9 months ago
Some people view Public Speaking worse than death itself.
I have never had that type of challenge but I did sweat alot when I first attempted it and after awhile through repitition of talking to myself and doing self talk before performing I was able to manage my fear.
Some people may disagree but I believe for the most part you will always have some type of fear when speaking in front of people especially when you are talking about a subject that is controversial. It is all in the way you manage your fear.
You have to remember the people in the audience automatically respect you just for the fact you are putting yourself in the light. There are not a lot of people in the audience that would do the same as you. The fact that you are willing to speak to a group gives you an automatic level of respect and trust in a group.
The fear is always – “What if they laugh at me because I screw up” -“What if I freeze when I get in front of people” – “What if I don’t sound good or look good.”
Before you go on see yourself as already successful, pretend you are in the audience and everyone is wowed by your speech. Seeing yourself as already successfully speaking will increase your confidence drastically.
Once you are there pick a spot at the back of the room on the wall and talk to that spot. Shift your head from side to side focusing on that wall until you become comfortable, don’t make eye contact with anyone until you have some experience under your belt. By staring at the wall and moving your head side to side along that wall, will keep you focused and on task. People will think you are in fact looking at them but the funniest part of all is no one will know – only you.
TOASTMASTER
10 months ago
Hey Guys! Do you know about this organisation called Toastmater? It is like a club, where people get together an perform speeches and gives feedback in order to improve your communication and public speaking skills. I am going to try it this year since I heard it was very effective. There are toastmaster clubs everywhere around the globe. Go check it out at toastmaster.org
If someone has tried it before, let me know how it was, please!
dragoonv19 nothing mutch
lol
11 months ago
eney 1 dear to battle me i will take u awn and own i will be the greatest battler ever
NittleGrasper is thinking.
Will it help?
11 months ago
I’m starting college in a few days, and I signed up for a class that requires a lot of public speaking. Hopefully this will help.
jblackbu not much - slow day
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11 months ago
Want to improve on this – not sure if a class is right thing or what.
shelagh_c KTGTFS / seeks adventures
as long as it's fun
11 months ago
you’re likely to be a very good speaker
Problem of public performances… it’s a matter of experience and training. The more you practice, the better you are. Just speak, the first speaches might be nervous and far from perfectionism. But every next one is gonna be better. As long as you enjoy it. The secret is: to make it fun, both for you and your listeners.
