Public Speaking Online Course

Public speaking. Just the thought of having to get on stage inspires anxiety-fueled questions such as: What if the audience doesn’t like my speech? What do I do if I get on stage and my mind completely blanks because I’m […]

These 9 public speaking books discuss a number of methods and techniques to help you improve your public speaking skills. The books are a mix of both in-depth speaking strategy and storytelling through the difficult journey of learning to speak […]

Public speaking doesn’t come naturally to most people, but if it’s something you struggle with, start small. First, gain speaking experience in low-pressure situations in front of small groups, and work your way up from there. The more you implement […]

Good public speaking skills can benefit both your personal and professional life, and they are worth developing in for a number of reasons: To boost your confidence: Overcoming fear of public speaking gives you poise and makes you less nervous […]

Before You Even Get Up There So much of what goes into public speaking happens way before you step up to the front of the room. Preparation and practice are key. Here’s what you can do in advance to make […]

#1: Breathe When you’re nervous, your heart rate speeds up, you begin to sweat, and—if you’re not careful—you can easily work yourself into an anxiety attack. To help control all of these responses, take a few minutes before delivering your […]

Public speaking is a useful skill, whether you’re called upon to make a speech at a friend’s wedding, inspire volunteers at a charity event, or memorialize a loved one at a funeral. Even if you don’t make regular presentations in […]

Here Are My 10 Tips for Public Speaking: 1. Nervousness Is Normal. Practice and Prepare! All people feel some physiological reactions like pounding hearts and trembling hands. Do not associate these feelings with the sense that you will perform poorly or make […]

The words “public speaking” cause fear and anxiety in the minds of otherwise competent and confident people. Does the thought of speaking in front of a group evoke fear, make you sweat, and get your heart pounding? It’s likely you have […]

Even the most confident speakers find ways to distance themselves from their audience. It’s how our brains are programmed, so how can we overcome it? Human generosity. The key to calming the amygdala and disarming our panic button is to […]