Tips to help you control the fear

# 1 Fear People are more afraid of public speaking

than are afraid of snakes, heights and even death

41% of the population experiences speech anxiety disorder

85% feel uncomfortable when asked to speak publicly

Famous People Suffering From Speech AnxietySir Lawrence OlivierCarly SimonMahatma GhandiBarbara StriesandJoaquin PhoenixJohn LennonChaka KhanAmanda Peet

Experiencing Speech anxiety doesn’t mean you cannot be effective

Anxiety can be used in a powerful wayEnergyExcitementAdrenalin

Speech anxiety is a direct function of our perception of the situation

The good news is. . . . . . .

Speech anxiety is a cycle

AvoidanceAvoiding jobs if they involve public

speakingTurn down promotions if they involve

public speakingStudents base their major on whether or

not a public speaking course is required

Tips for controlling public speakingDevelop an optimistic attitude towards

speakingDon’t procrastinate preparing your speechSet realistic goals

Pare down subjectNot too longCover what you know

Tips cont.Realize the audience WANTS you to succeedPrepareUse slow, deep breathing before and during

your talk to help reduce physical tensionPractice

Tips cont.Use visual aids

Takes some focus off youProvides interest

Use “gimmicks”Role plays skits poems music audience interaction

Don’t Forget. . . . .

YOU HAVE TO DO IT.