When it comes to public speaking, have you ever felt like the more you prepare, the worse you do? I certainly have. I'm sure you already realize preparation is important but how you prepare is an entirely different matter altogether.
Let me explain.
Many times, people focus on the wrong things when they prepare for their speeches. They over analyze what they're trying to accomplish in the first place and end up trying to find ways to get their audience to analyze their every word. They fear something bad might happen to them or make a major mistake.
This makes it very difficult to overcome public speaking anxiety.
As a result, people end up OVER-preparing. I know this may sound counterintuitive, but often the more you prepare, the worse off you are.
On the other hand if you know your subject intimately or if you've spoken about it many times over, or if you're just feeling ambitious, you may need very little preparation at all. All you really need is two or three main points you'd like to make along the way. I know I enjoy speeches the most when I can tell the speaker is following and outline but using a bit of impromptu language.
You see over preparation shows a lack of confidence and competence and can be detrimental to overcoming nervousness in public speaking.
You either don't know your subject well enough or you don't feel confident enough to speak in public. If you're lacking knowledge, research is the key. If you're lacking confidence, EXPOSURE is the key.
You need to put yourself in the spotlight over and over again - trusting in your natural ability to speak.
If you want to take this seriously, I highly recommend you actually solicit opportunities to speak in public. Toastmasters is a great place to start if you'd like some practice. No matter how it's done, the important thing is you get yourself in front of people to speak. Before you know it, you'll have become the dynamic, captivating speaker you hoped you would.
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