Remember that the audience wants you to succeed.

 Important Tips for Effective Public Speaking

Do you fear public speaking? Here are some practical tips for you to follow to make your mark in your next presentation,

- Look at your audience.

_ Pause after important points.

- Speak with conviction and enthusiasm.

- Be natural and sincere.

- Smile.

- Use props, stories, questions, clips, examples etc.

- Practice ...To overcome nervousness.

- Use occasional “spice” or “pace breakers” like Humor, Pictures, Sound, Animation, Questions (Not just Yes/No).

- Be passionate about the topic.

- Relax and use nerves to your advantage.

- Breathe deeply, and pause as needed.

- Face audience more than slides.

- Get honest feedback from someone you trust.

- Remember that the audience wants you to succeed.

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