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Manage nervousness by focusing on your message from "summary" of The Art of Public Speaking, PowerWeb and Topic Finder by Stephen E. Lucas,Susan M. Zaeske
When it comes to managing nervousness during a public speaking engagement, one effective strategy is to focus on the message you want to convey. By shifting your attention away from your own anxiety and onto the content of your speech, you can redirect your nervous energy in a productive way. This allows you to concentrate on the important points you want to communicate to your audience, rather than getting bogged down by your own self-doubt or fear. By immersing yourself in the substance of your speech, you can become more confident and authoritative in your delivery. When you are passionate about the message you are sharing, your enthusiasm will natural...
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