Establishing Composure in Public Speaking Posted By : The Voice Lady

How many times have you watched presenters walk up to the lectern and immediately begin their speech or presentation, their eyes glued to their notes or their script without so much as a glance at their audience? The answer lies in learning how to control the nervousness because once you gain that control, you will discover composure even before you open your mouth to speak. However, if you are able to establish composure before beginning your speech or presentation, you will discover that you will have more control over your delivery than you ever thought possible. Upon reaching the lectern, lay your notes or your script down and look at your audience, scanning the room from one side to the other as you smile at those in attendance. In Part 2 of Establishing Composure in Public Speaking, I will discuss the most important thing you should do before you even begin that walk to the lectern.

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