I have to say a speech in world lit tommorrow and I never like talking in front of people! Any tips???
2007-12-18 08:03:30 · 7 answers · asked by Manda Panda 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
My main tip is to make absolutely sure youre prepared ( ie have your presentation memorized ) theres nothing worse than not being prepared and having to rummage through notes up at a podium. It causes frustration and keeps others attention more on what youre doing rather than what you are saying. If you have a friend in the class, tell them that you will be focusing on them the entire time, that way it looks like you are speaking to the entire audience, but you have a friendly face there for you. After looking at him/her for awhile you will forget the other people.
2007-12-18 08:11:02 · answer #1 · answered by cricket 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OMG!! I've had to do that and i am really shy! What i do is just think of my peers and thinking about what will happen when im done with the speech. No worries. I've had to read a page of something almost everyday!
Best thing to do is think about your happy place! All those times when i had to give speeches i would shake but the world didnt blow up!
You'll do great!
2007-12-18 16:17:02 · answer #2 · answered by Standing Room Only 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The easiest way to calm your nerves is to know that you're prepared. Practice your speech over and over again. Each time you nail it alone will give you more confidence for tomorrow.
As you're giving your speech you might want to focus on a couple (not just one, that's creepy) friendly, attentive faces.
Good luck tomorrow, remember, public speaking is considered a greater fear than death by most people so you're in good company.
2007-12-18 16:13:31 · answer #3 · answered by miss_nikki 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First present the presentation in front of some family members in your household. That way you feel more comfortable standing in front of a more bigger crowd. Next remember to know your stuff that your going to say pratice it over and over. BTY if you make mistakes dont worry actors and actresses and those on tv all make mistakes just keep going on with your presentation. And remember to breathe taking deep breathes will relieve the tension and stress you may have standing in front of a crowd. Hope this tips helped. Good Luck!
2007-12-18 16:11:17 · answer #4 · answered by jcousino5288 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The whole picture everyone in their underwear gag is out of the question. Read your speech to yourself a couple of times. Think of it as the time progresses and don't worry about it too much. I am sure that you will do fine.
2007-12-18 16:33:01 · answer #5 · answered by SUDS 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You like to talk with your friends? Do the same thing when you give your speech, the class and the teacher are your friends, just talk to them. Take you time. Enjoy.
2007-12-18 16:52:14 · answer #6 · answered by Theatre Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to put yourself in a relaxed mood. One trick is to imagine the audience is naked as you stand up to speak. You might giggle and that'll relax you.
Most important is to slow down. Nervous speakers talk too quickly. Just relax. Practice your speech in a mirror until you deliver it smoothly.
2007-12-18 16:09:21 · answer #7 · answered by forhirepen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋