{"id":8194,"date":"2022-07-13T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T08:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/?p=8194"},"modified":"2023-01-11T15:12:22","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T15:12:22","slug":"how-to-be-confident-in-public-speaking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/how-to-be-confident-in-public-speaking\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Secrets for Becoming a Confident Public Speaker"},"content":{"rendered":"

Did you know there’s a word for the fear of public speaking? It’s called<\/span> glossophobia<\/span><\/a>, and it is believed to <\/span>impact around 75% of the population!<\/b><\/p>\n

But sometimes we can’t avoid public speaking. Whether in work, volunteerism, or while exploring your hobbies, you may need to speak publicly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are my 7 insider tips<\/b><\/span> for overcoming your glossophobia and becoming a confident, powerful public speaker:<\/span><\/p>\n

See Related:\u00a0How to Prepare for a Business Meeting in 4 Easy Steps<\/a><\/p>\n

#1: Start with Body Language<\/b><\/h2>\n

You’ve been asked to give the keynote speech or act as event emcee<\/a> at your alma mater’s graduation. This is a huge honor!<\/span><\/p>\n

But the moment you walk onstage, they lose confidence in you. Why?<\/span><\/p>\n

You shift uneasily from one foot to another. Your eyes dart across the audience. You clutch the podium nervously.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your body conveys self confidence before anyone hears a sound<\/b><\/h3>\n

I know, I know. We’re talking about public <\/span>speaking<\/span><\/i>, aren’t we?<\/span><\/p>\n

Yes, but unless you are featured only on podcasts, your physicality matters. That’s right: <\/span>one of the greatest public speaking skills doesn’t even involve speaking.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

As you prepare for your next public speaking gig, focus on the following:<\/span><\/p>\n