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Writing a Powerful Speech Introduction
"Please help me welcome . . ." In most public speaking situations, the coordinators will ask you to provide your own written speech introduction for them to read...
Is Propranolol a Cure for Stage Fright?
A reader has this question: Is propranolol a cure for stage fright?"Your recent article was very helpful. I have a question: Do you think the beta-blockers that many...
People Don’t Fear Public Speaking More Than Death!
It's Not True! Public Speaking Is Not Scarier Than Death!! You know how you're always hearing that people are more afraid of public speaking than they are of death?...
Performance Simulator Helps Musicians’ Stage Fright.
Virtual reality can be a big help in overcoming stage fright!This is so cool! Here's the situation. "Musicians stage fright" is a very real thing, as many musicians...
Does It Take Years to Conquer Stage Fright?
It Doesn't Have to Take Years.The singer and actress, Bette Midler, who has been performing for over 40 years, recently revealed that it had taken her almost that long...
Master a trembling voice in any speaking situation
How can I get over a trembling voice?Q. I am only afraid at the beginning of speaking in public, especially the moment I am about to open my mouth. Sometimes this leads...
Public Speaking: Smooth Delivery
5 Easy Steps to Mastering Those Um's and Ah's Q. I say 'uh' and 'um' a lot in public speaking situations and in conversations at work and social settings. What...
Business Owner Finds His Natural Confidence
A CONFIDENCE SUCCESS STORY I have been working with a successful business owner to build his confidence in public speaking. He has always been quite comfortable in...
5 Tips to Building Confidence as a Speaker or Performer
Want to build confidence in your speaking or performing? These five principles worked wonders in a private coaching session with a successful businessman who had a...