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How to Permanently Overcome Your Public Speaking Fear

By Leo Sanders

More people are afraid of public speaking than they are of dying. I’m not surprised. Eight of out ten people suffer from public speaking fear, in varying degrees. This is a worrying trend because public speaking is vital in this new century. It gives an edge to keep abreast with the fast pace of the times.

Speaking in public can sometimes be a real challenge, if not a source of embarrassment; not only to normal people, but even to persons of high rank such as scholars, doctors, artists and entrepreneurs. They may have hesitations in facing an audience, often accompanied by sweaty palms, stuttering, and the tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon. These dilemmas often cause untold problems to the speaker (especially in self-expression) and unpleasant effects to the audience.

Learning how to overcome public speaking fear has become increasingly important. There are scores of techniques available in the market to help people overcome their public speaking fear. Not all techniques work for everyone and it is important for you to find techniques that are applicable and work for you. By applying certain techniques the right way, it is possible to permanently overcome one’s public speaking fear.

Firstly, accept fear as nature’s way of helping you. Fear is nature’s way of preparing you for danger, real or fancied. When you face a new or different circumstance, or when many are watching you and you don’t want to mess up, nature does something great to help you, if you recognize the help rather than being disappointed by it. Nature adds the adrenaline in your blood stream. It speeds up your pulse and your responses. It increases your blood pressure to make you more alert. It provides you with the extra energy you need for doing your best. Without the anxiety there would be no extra effort. Identify fear as a friend. Recognize it and use it well. When you are able to recognize it, fear will be permanently out of your way every time you are up for public speaking.

Then, analyze your fear, what is it exactly that you fear? Could it be fear of yourself? Fearing that you perform poorly and not pleasing your self-esteem. Could it be fear of audience? Fearing that they may tease you or laugh at you. Could it be fear of your material? Fearing that you have nothing sensible to say or you are not prepared. Different fears will require different approaches to overcome them. Once you have identified and analyzed your fear, you will find strategies in dealing with each of them.

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 Preparing For Public Speaking

By Janet Chua

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It’s unwise to wait until the last minute to decide what you are going to wear when you have to speak in public. Plan early, because it’s possible that you may need to buy something new. Scrutinize your wardrobe, because sometimes you may take out your favorite outfit and to your dismay, you’ve discovered that you’ve put on weight the past few months and it doesn’t fit properly, or it looks dated or worn than you remembered.

It’s highly important that you feel at ease with your “platform” clothes. Select suitable clothes and accessories to go with them. The coordinated look is essential when appearing in public. A bit of this or a bit of that and your audience might think that your brain is that way too.

Pay attention and be particular about color. The color of your outfit can make a tremendous difference in your overall look, most especially if the platform is brightly lit. It’s quite a great investment to have your colors done professionally. You need to know as early as now which colors enhance you and which drain you. This applies to both men and women.

It is generally advisable to purchase the best clothes you can afford. Fine fabric, a good cut; a suitably colored garment can make you feel like a million dollars. A badly fitting one does exactly the opposite. To keep your confidence high you literally have to dress for success. If you can’t afford much, browse around some good quality secondhand shops. Many wonderful bargains have been picked up there.

Peoples first glace creates an image. After that, your audience can’t possibly itemize what you wore, but they certainly can comment that you seemed dated or fashionable, immaculate or scruffy, tasteless or sophisticated. It may not necessarily be you they’re judging or labeling but your club, your company, or your organization. You owe it to yourself, and to those you may represent - to project an image that is both professional and appealing.

Grooming is the main ingredient of image. Poor grooming puts people off. Polish and cleanliness goes from your styled hair to the toes of your shining shoes. The first look from your audience may take in the uncreased dress, skirt, or the spotless blouse or shirt.

The style of your dress is also important. A woman, for example, may seem old fashioned if her skirt is too long. If you look old-fashioned, the audience may quickly assume that your information is out-of-date too. On the other hand, a skirt that is only hip length can give the impression of a bimbo with small brains. Jewelry should not be very eye catching or jangly that it becomes distracting.