Basic principles of effective speaking

Take heart from others’ experience

Nobody is born a public speaker, but a lot of people have acquired this skill by following Dale Carnagie’s method.

Keep sight of your goal

Project yourself in the future and work towards making it a reality. Imagine yourself before an audience you might be called upon to address.

Predetermine your mind to success

Have the self-assurance to believe that you’ll succeed.

Seize every opportunity to practice

Grab all possible speaking opportunities like business meetings, public meetings, teach sunday class, become scout leader.

Facts about fear of speaking in public

Almost everyone is afraid of speaking in public. Professional speakers never completely get rid of their stage fright. But, a certain amoaunt of stage fright is useful and can be used to your advantage.