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. FROM A PODIUM5 TIPS FOR SPEAKING
1. DON’T MEMORIZE
Unless the speech is very short, the
anxiety of trying to remember your
lines will only make your task harder.
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!
2. SMILE, RELAX AND STAY CALM
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.
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:
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