The danger of clichés like these is subtle. They produce speeches that are pleasant but forgettable, speakers who are ...

We've all heard this advice to ease anxiety around public speaking: Picture your audience naked. Naked bodies are funny, and it makes sense that this might lighten the mood. It always seems to work on ...

In my junior year in high school, my mother fashioned herself as my college admissions coach. She decreed that I needed something besides grades and SAT scores. I needed to become a school leader. “No ...

Public speaking is a great way to establish credibility within your niche and grow professionally. Here is a five-step plan for landing public speaking engagements. Public speaking is an excellent way ...

Overcome glossophobia by transforming flight-or-fight anxiety into high-energy excitement. Accept natural vulnerability while refocusing on audience engagement and prepared delivery. Master public ...

For many, it conjures images of sweaty palms, trembling voices, and a desperate desire to disappear into a hole. Yet, the ability to communicate effectively in front of an audience is a valuable skill ...

If you’re afraid of public speaking, you’re in good company. Over 70 percent of people fear speaking in front of others. An oft-quoted study from the '70s claimed people are more afraid of public ...

Commencement speaker Kayleigh An Philip '24 earned her BA in Communication with a minor in esports. For some, speaking in front of a crowd can be exhilarating. For others, it can feel paralyzing. The ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When I was running professional theatrical organizations, public speaking was a huge part of my job. I would be tasked with delivering ...

Giving a speech involves encouraging the audience to be active listeners and participants. This can be tricky, especially when you are nervous and just want to be done presenting. Below are a few tips ...

Whether it is moderating a panel, conducting a live interview or delivering a keynote speech, public speaking is a vital skill for many journalists. Yet nearly 75% of people fear it — making it a ...