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Glossophobia! The fear of public speaking. And three out of four of us in the UK suffer from it. Little wonder most arrive at our presentation skills courses nervous…until they find out they’re in the majority.Then practice and simple techniques take the place of fear and doubt.
I voted for the only election candidate I met. Why? Three things: he introduced himself with a warm handshake; he had good eye contact; he listened to my points – then answered them. It’s the right way to make a first impression.
When co-presenting with colleagues, you have to underline rather than undermine their message. Simply look at them when they’re speaking – rather than the audience. With that, you’re saying their message is important.
Some media trainers knock you down…and leave you down. Our media coaches show you how to deal with each knock…and still win through. So you have the presentation skills to perform – with confidence.