The podium can be an intimidating place. Even seasoned public speakers

can feel anxious when standing in front of a microphone. Here are five

tips for making your next speech from the podium hum with confidence:

1. DON’T MEMORIZE Unless the speech is very short, the

anxiety of trying to remember your lines will only make your task harder.

2. SMILE, RELAX AND STAY CALM Smiling and showing facial expressions makes the speech a bit more lively and relaxed. This will show that your calm and collected at presenting. You are also representing a brand, whether it be your employer or yourself!

3. STAND STRAIGHT This will convey poise and strength, even

if that’s not what you’re feeling.

4. BE CONFIDENT & KEEP THE AUDIENCE INTERESTED

This is a pretty self explanatory step. Just be confident and show the audience who you are.

If you’re passionate or determined to write a speech on your chosen topic then project this!

Also if you can, try and use visual / audio materials to keep the speech a little more interesting.

5. BE VOCAL Use your voice! Project what you have to say and speak clearly. Take deep breaths and pause when

necessary in your speech.

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