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 President's Message:  Public Speaking

 

So, someone approaches you and says. . .'We would love for you to speak at our next event'. . . .  Are you excited or terrified?

If you are leaning toward 'terrified', you are not alone.  Most people have a fear of public speaking.

Through my many years of experience as an instructor, facilitator and presenter I have found that PRACTICE is what you need;

Prepare-Know your topic

Relax-Every one wants you to succeed

Audience-Know your audience and intended message

Confidence-Don't apologize if you make a mistake, keep going

Time-Stick to your allotted time

Informative, Insightful, Inspirational-the purpose of your speech

Connect-Make a connection with your audience

Energy-Don't be a statue, loosen up and put energy into your presentation

If you would like to learn more about public speaking I encourage you to join Toastmasters.  We have a club at DFAS that will offer you the opportunity to develop your skills, get constructive feedback and join others who are also interested in improving their public speaking skills.

 

Debra White-Johnson

President, ASMC Buckeye Chapter

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