Trembling, dry throat, heart beating like a bass drum in your chest! Temporary Amnesia, wanting to walk out. Inferiority complex. The audience knows it all already – self doubt. I have experienced them all, maybe at different times, but yes all of them before speaking in front of a group or audience.
It might be a team meeting at work, an interview, a presentation, you may even class yourself as a professional speaker or simply need to deliver a 60 second pitch at a networking meeting, it doesn’t matter because it’s still scares the hell out of you.
This blog post is the 1st in a series that looks at what really scares us about talking in front of a group and how we can start to overcome those fears, whether you’ve never spoken in front of a group before or whether you just want to get better there’s something here for you.
Part 1 is for people who are facing their first steps in group speaking.
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- Pick a topic you are comfortable with, it’s easy to come across as an expert when you know the topic.
- Talk to local groups, – many charities including the WI, Round Table etc have regular speakers and limited budgets – they will often be happy to invite you to speak if you are not charging a fee will be happy guinea pigs.
- Preparation is key – prepare your presentation as far in advance as you can and practice practice practice. It can feel a bit repetitive at times but its worth it.
- Be authentic – be you, if you try to be someone you’re not this will show through and spoil your presentation, you can fine tune things later.
- Always always ask for feedback
Carolyn Trafford is a confidence coach and speaker, if you need help getting started in speaking to groups call Carolyn today on 
07714 216388 to book your free 45 minute kick start session and stand up with confidence.
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