Public Speaking Lose the Fear of Public Speaking

By gustavo espinosa juarez and Gustavo E. Juarez

In this book you will find a practical guide to learn to speak in public in a professional way, topics such as preparing the speech, losing fear, how to present yourself, how to practice not to feel afraid to speak are addressed and also invites the reader to join groups that practice this art of public speaking

• Language: English
• Publisher: gustavo espinosa juarez
• Release date: Feb 5, 2021
• ISBN: 9781393540076

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Public Speaking

Lose the Fear of Public Speaking

Gustavo E. Juarez

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction

1 Public Speaking

Five elements of public speaking

Brief history of public speaking

Public speaking today

Occasions and events

2 fears and phobias

Fear

Phobia

Three types of phobias

glossophobia

3 Causes of fear of public speaking

Wired Fears

The fears learned

The fear of public speaking

Empathy and Association

gradual construction

4 Unlearning your fear

Fears can be learned

Mind over matter

Retraining Your Responses

Extinction and desensitizing fear

5 All about the audience

The public wants you to succeed

Meets expectations

Inspiration

abandonment control

Creating a focus

6 tips to remember

Putting stress aside

nervous energy

Know your limitations

Do not over-prepare

7 techniques for public speaking

Humor

Creating a win-win situation

Moments of silence

mistakes

Humility

Speaking with Purpose

Key points

Brevity

self-perception

8 Help and support

Friends and family

Public speaking classes

Hypnosis

Toastmasters International

9 Putting it all together

Fears and phobias

Establishing your personal status

Assessing your needs

A universal problem

Natural responses

The audience is on your side

conclusion

Practical application

Use of Knowledge

The use of your resources

Taking steps to overcome your fear

Reflective practice

Relaxation techniques

Familiarize yourself with the Process

resources

Introduction

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Spoken language is a fundamental element of human relationships. The ability to use words effectively can help you achieve great things in life. Oral presentations are the cornerstone of large-scale human interaction and also have a profound effect on intimate interactions as well.

Public speaking can be a great source of anxiety for many people. However, it does not have to be. People have been practicing this art for centuries and it has become an integral part of our interactions today.

Some people feel a whole host of emotions from speaking in public, while others are drowned in silence at the very thought of giving a speech. Overcoming fear of public speaking is a topic of great interest to many. This activity is ranked among the most terrifying events in a person's life. Some have gone as far as rating fear of public speaking more than fear of death.

Many people are able to overcome their fear of speaking in front of an audience despite its seemingly overwhelming nature. The process begins with a solid understanding of public speaking functions.

This text focuses on defining public speaking in a way that can help you get a handle on your fears. It is also designed to help you create strategies that will give you the means to create an effective oral presentation whether you are leading a video conference or giving a toast on a special occasion.

1 Public Speaking

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Public speaking is simply the act of speaking in front of a group of people. The group can be very small or impressively large. In any case, many people find the process overwhelming.

Public speaking is an art. Effective presentations