BraveSpeaking: Presentation Tips

Noun a nervous feeling about having to speak or perform in front of an audience

stage fright
Do you ever get stage fright? I do. I have to do a presentation tomorrow. I get so nervous I can't speak, and I start to sweat.

tend to

Phrase regularly act or behave in a certain way

tend to
Of course I do! I get so nervous that my voice cracks and I tend to talk so fast. I think everyone gets stage fright! BUT, I will share with you some tips to help you!

contribute

Verb give something to help achieve something

contribute
Don't focus on yourself or your fear! Think about the purpose of your presentation: to contribute something of value or inform your audience.

aloud

Adjective in a voice that can be heard

aloud
Practice, practice, practice! Prepare your material in advance so you know it and read it aloud to hear your voice.

reassuring

Adjective thinking positively to remove doubts or fears

reassuring
Don't think about what might go wrong.Instead, focus your attention on positive, reassuring thoughts.

exert

Verb make a physical or mental effort

exert
Give up trying to be perfect and know that it is OK to make mistakes. Be natural, be yourself! Exert your ability.