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Ana'Lis Plastino

Tips on Public Speaking: Eliminating the Dreaded "Um" - 0 views

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    For me this article is going to be a big resource. I struggle with filler words not only in public speaking but with everyday conversations. For me it's a hard habit to break mainly because I was never allowed a chance to speak and this comment accurately explains why I use them: "Though not an issue when you're giving a speech in front of an audience, when speaking in a group setting (think work meeting) there is often a level of "competition" for the chance to talk. A pause when speaking often gives someone else the opportunity to pounce and take over the role of speaker. A filler word signals others that you're not yet done talking."
nranjan

Five Ways To Manage Your Fear Of Public Speaking - 0 views

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    I liked the five points mentioned here to overcome the fear of public speaking, especially the idea of "You Don't Have to be Perfect." I have experienced during my speech preparation that aiming for the perfect speech leads to procrastination in work and further increase in the anxiety level. So, presenting the content of the speech with passion is the good strategy for making positive impression on your audience.
nranjan

Speaking anxiety with ESL speakers - 0 views

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    As I am a ESL speaker and i found it a good resource for understanding the anxiety of speaking and overcoming it for ESL speakers. I learned about speak slowly and clearly, and also about word choice for the speech that i am comfortable in speaking.
Barbara Bearden

Overcome Fear of Public Speaking - 2 views

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    I really like the part of this article where it begins Don't be the unspeaker. Really good tips on how to embrace your fears of Public Speaking. When I gave my speech to actuate, interacting with the audience really helped me connect with them. I could see enjoyment in their facial expressions which helped put me at ease.
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    Very true! "Interacting with the audience" really helps to reduce the nervousness of speaking during presentation. It makes the speech more conversational.
Barbara Bearden

How To Conquer Public Speaking Fear - 0 views

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    This article talks about how your speech doesn't have to be perfect to be successfl. Give the audience something of value and you will be successful.
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    It is really a good article. I also liked the the point, "When You Speak in Public, Nothing "Bad" Can Ever Happen!'". So, let go your Public Speaking apprehension and try your best.
nranjan

The Five Secrets of Speaking with Confidence - 0 views

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    This article talks about the correct posture, smile, pitch of sound, eye contact, and long pauses as the five main points to consider for speaking with confidence. I like the idea of long pauses to minimize the fillers like "uh...,and...". This was my big problem during my speeches. I practiced my speeches with optimum pauses and it worked well for my last speech.
Ana'Lis Plastino

Better Public Speaking - Communication Skills From MindTools.com - 0 views

  • Plan appropriately. Practice. Engage with your audience. Pay attention to body language. Think positively. Cope with your nerves. Watch recordings of your speeches.
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    Having positive thoughts about yourself and your speaking ability can really help you improve in your speeches. This article has a short but sweet section on positive thinking, along with other awesome advice.
Ana'Lis Plastino

10 Tips for Better Listening Habits - 0 views

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    "Speaking clearly is only half of communication. Listening effectively is the other half." Being a good listener is just as important as being a good speaker, and though some of these tips may not apply to us, the majority of them are very important and worth a look!
Barbara Bearden

Public Speaking: When Running Is Not an Option | Psychology Today - 1 views

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    This article really confirms everything we have been told repeatedly in our speech class. So don't avoid the speech class or beg and plead not to have to take it, as I did. Embrace the opportunity to speak in a group to gain confidence.
ashley shook

Overcoming Speech Anxiety - 1 views

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    This site has 10 ways to conquer your frear of public speaking and common public speaking fears that have solutions for each one.
Barbara Bearden

Tips for Managing Public Speaking Anxiety - 0 views

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    I found this interesting that making yourself on a day that you have a speaking engagement that you make that day as routine as possible prior to your speech. This will help in relaxing yourself.
Happy Me

Overcoming Nerves When Giving a Presentation - YouTube - 0 views

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    Deborah Grayson Riegel provides some insights about public speaking anxiety and how to overcome it with some simple and powerful steps like: breathing, renaming our emotions from scared to excited, among others. 
Happy Me

public_speaking_audio - 0 views

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    The University of Houston offers a visualization technique to help cope with Public Speaking Anxiety. You can download either the mp3 and/or the transcript for free. 
Mildred De Leon

Five Reasons Why The Fear Of Public Speaking Is Great For You - Forbes - 1 views

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    This article explains that the fear of public speaking of most people is going to give you the edge in front them if you learn to cope with the anxiety.
Ana'Lis Plastino

MIT UROP: Resources - 0 views

  • (C) Don't fade away. The last sentence should be one of your strongest.
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    "The following tips are taken from SPEAKING UP©, MIT Freshman Advising Seminar 055, that was offered by Norma McGavern (former UROP Director) in Fall 1996. These tips provide you with advice on how to deliver your message clearly and strongly, with as little pain as possible for you -the speaker -and your audience." - VERY useful website.
nranjan

Fear Busters - 10 Tips to Overcome Stage Fright! - 0 views

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    A very good point discussed in this article that says "Focus on your most powerful Experience" when you feel nervous before your presentation. Thinking about positive experiences helps to divert our mind from fear of speaking.
Mildred De Leon

Article on public speaking stage fright - 1 views

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    This article contains strategies to help yourself control stage fright.
nranjan

The Secret of Choosing Successful Speech Topics - 0 views

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    This website talks about how to choose a good speech topic. During my speech preparation, i felt that if i am comfortable about my topic or i know my topic well, it takes care of half of my nervousness about the speech delivery. So, i think having an interesting speech topic makes speeches enjoyable for the speaker as well as for the audience.
Donn King

How to Sound Confident (Even if You're Not) | Inc.com - 2 views

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    Sometimes, knowing that you SOUND confident is all you need to start actually FEELING confident. Good concrete tips, including one of my favorites about avoiding "uptalking."
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    I practiced speaking at the optimum pace after my first speech, and I performed well and sounded confident in my next speeches.
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