Some of us excel at public speaking, others would rather have a root canal. Often, the love or fear of standing in front of others, especially a large audience, stems from our childhood and early adolescence experiences.

Acceptance is learned at a young age. Encouraging words from parents about youngsters’ performances tend to shape our “sense of self worth”. Understanding this may go a long way to helping you develop your presentation skills.

Thinking back, you may have noticed someone who is talking on a topic about which they are emotional or passionate. As that presenter gets caught up in their interest, he or she may convey an authority which grabs the listener?s attention. The strength of conviction shapes the persuasive quality of their words. That is a concept you want to acquire, no matter the subject matter.

The ways to enhance your presentations are to improve your natural speaking abilities.

They include breathing properly, standing straight with your shoulders back and your head up which opens your airway, pulling in your stomach, using your diaphragm to project your words, if sitting, keeping your legs from crossing and your feet flat on the floor and finally, using a a comfortable, low pitch for your speaking voice.

Don’t slouch when standing, slump down in a chair, take other than normal breaths, talk in an unnaturally loud voice, tense your torso, or keep your eyes down, reading from notes.

There are few things that inspire more fear in many people than the prospect of having to deliver a public speech. Understanding the anxiety issue, as well as helping speakers understand the role of the listener will go a long way in making each of us a better speaker.

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