From FEAR To To FEAR-Less in

“ According to most studies, people’s #1 fear is public speaking “ According to most studies, people’s #1 fear is public speaking. Number #2 is death. Does that sound right? This means to the average person if you go to the funeral, you’re better off in the casket than doing the eulogy.” – Jerry Seinfeld

Top 10 Fears Fear of Flying Fear of Public Speaking Fear of Intimacy Fear of Death Fear of Failure Fear of Rejection Fear of Heights Fear of the Dark Fear of Spiders 10.Fear of Commitment

The 9 P’s Of Preparation Prior Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance Of the Person Putting on the Presentation

Four Ways to Grab Attention You can begin with a question that’s related to your topic You can begin with a rhetorical question You can begin with a compelling statement You can begin with a short story that makes a point related to your topic

Tips & Techniques To Relax Before Speaking Learn How To Relax Sit comfortable with your back straight. Breathe in slowly, hold your breath for 4 to 5 seconds, then slowly exhale. To Relax your facial muscles, open your mouth and eyes wide, then close them tightly. Do shoulder and neck rolls and warm up your facial muscles by chewing in a highly exaggerated way. Visualize Yourself Speaking Successfully Turn Nervousness Into Positive Energy

The Power of Stories If you think of your speech as a song, what you write down are the lyrics, how you say it is the music, and how you say it can add all kinds of impact Think of great speeches of the 20th and 21st century, listen to them, it wasn’t just the words they used it was how they said it.

How to Finish Strong You can use a quotation You can use a compelling statement You can use a rhetorical question You can end with a powerful story

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