When public speaking, focus on your audience, not on yourself, to reduce anxiety and engage your audience. How? Use your eyes!

We sometimes find ourselves in situations where socializing might feel overwhelming or draining. Yet, there's a solution —let’s call it “a powerful secret”—that can make others feel genuinely special, even when you might not feel like socializing yourself.

And guess what?

It's intricately tied to the art of public speaking!

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When public speaking, focus on your audience, not on yourself, to reduce anxiety and engage your audience. How? Use your eyes!

A common mistake that speakers often make is approaching their speech solely from their perspective or interest, adding power to their ego - making the experience mostly, if not all, about them.

And this may work. Their speech can be well received if it aligns with the audience's interests.

But, of course, it might not work if the audience dislikes the presentation.

What if, as a public speaker, you gave what your audience wanted because they asked for it?

You are doing all the right things to be as prepared as possible for an upcoming presentation, but the nerves still show up at go time.

ARGH! What to do. This might help.

Adrenaline can be a friend or foe. Too much of it can be harmful. But just the right amount, well, can be helpful. That is why you’ll want to try - The ADRENALINE Recipe.

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Why beat yourself up worrying that you won’t give a perfect speech? Why lose sleep over an upcoming presentation, fearing that you won't execute it perfectly?

You know what, just drop it.

Instead of trying to be perfect do this instead…

Here’s a fun, repeat, fun exercise to minimize the use of filler words.

The main obstacle to public speaking is the belief ingrained by your brain that it's a daunting task, accompanied by the fear of your mind failing when you speak to an audience. But what if you befriended your brain and guided it towards an easier path?

Try this fun storytelling exercise to become a calm and confident speaker.

To deliver a powerful and effective speech, you must know the top 10 characteristics of speech writing. This includes knowing your purpose and audience, being clear and concise, using stories and examples, being authentic, using humor appropriately, repetition, rhetorical questions, inclusive language, and practice. These characteristics will help you craft a speech that engages your audience and leaves a lasting impression.

Looking to make your presentations more impactful and memorable? Consider ending with a quote. This post explores tips for choosing the right quote, providing context, and delivering it with impact.

Presenting can be nerve-wracking, but with these seven tips, you can make your presentation awesome and leave a lasting impression on your audience. From knowing your audience to ending with a call to action, these tips will help you prepare and deliver a great presentation.

If you struggle with public speaking, controlling your voice can make all the difference in your delivery. This post describes tips and techniques for sounding confident and dynamic, from focusing on breathing and varying your pitch to having good posture and using visual aids.

Improve your speech clarity with these 10 super effective exercises. These exercises will boost your communication skills, from twisters and breath control to tongue-strengthening and reading aloud.

Public speaking panic attacks can be debilitating, but there are steps you can take to overcome them. This blog post explores ten essential steps to curing public speaking panic attacks, from identifying triggers to practicing relaxation techniques and seeking professional help.

Starting a storytelling speech is crucial for captivating your audience, and it can be challenging to know how to begin. Using a personal story, provocative statement, or humor can immediately engage your audience and set the tone for a successful presentation.

As a public speaker, your primary goal is effectively communicating your message to your audience. However, effective communication is about what you say and how you listen. This blog post describes three reasons why listening in public speaking is important, including keeping the audience engaged, building a connection with the audience, and improving understanding.

Do you ever wonder why you feel nervous about public speaking? In this blog post, learn about the physiological fight or flight response and its effects on your body and communication skills.