1. Conquer Your Fears of Public Speaking
Julie Murphy – Public Relations Manual – Project 1

2. Do You Exhibit These Systems?
Actors, actresses and musicians finding shows and concerts extremely difficult
Businesspeople having a fear of making presentations
The fear of making speeches at weddings
The fear in anticipation of a public speaking event
The avoidance of situations that might include public speaking
Pilots and cabin crew feeling intensely uncomfortable having to make announcements to passengers during a flight
Stuttering or stammering in public speaking situations
Do You Exhibit These Systems?

3. You May Summer from Glossophobia
As many as 75% people have glossophobia.
Glossophobia is the fear of public speaking.
Statistically, far more of us claim that we would prefer death to giving a speech;
Even comedian Jerry Seinfeld used to joke that at a funeral, most people would rather be lying in the casket than delivering the eulogy.
You May Summer from Glossophobia

4. First Steps to Overcome Fear
Nobody can achieve perfection.
Aim to be clear, concise, and loud enough for everyone to hear – just smile
Discuss topics you are passionate or knowledgeable about
Thoroughly research your topic and aim to memorize your speech ahead of time.
Get comfortable with your topic.
Exercise on the day of the speech
Helps your brain deal with the stress more productively.
Create a Dialogue with your audience.
It helps when you feel like you're talking to someone, not just announcing words aloud.
First Steps to Overcome Fear

5. Online Resources

6. Develop Your Skills
Enroll in College Courses and Irvine Valley College
Upon completion of the communication studies program, students will be able to
Advocate a specific topic to an audience of any size.
Critically assess other speakers’ format, content, and delivery and articulate constructive criticism in an oral critique.
Articulate and dissect models of communication and apply such methods in public speaking and interpersonal settings.
Research and construct positions on a set topic to communicate and advocate a particular point of view.
Critically think about how meaning is exchanged and the implications of our messages.

7. Find a Supportive Environment
Join a local Toastmasters Club
Toastmasters was developed to
Empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.
Toastmasters clubs are a safe environment to practice your craft
Toastmasters aims to provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
Find a Supportive Environment

8. Medical Assistance Extreme cases can be cured through:
Certain drugs such as beta blockers may be used to help people relax before speaking in public.
Complementary therapies such as hypnosis, meditation or psychotherapy can be quite beneficial in helping your fears.
Medical Assistance