I am going to be delivering a speech next week and I started practicing it yesterday. I feel really rusty and uncertain, but the more I go over it the more confident I feel about it. Filming what you do when you practice or using a mirror is another good technique as you can then critique yourself and tweak parts that need improving.
Speak assertively
The next time you listen to your favorite speaker, be mindful of the way he or she delivers a speech. A great speaker speaks confidently, in a steady, rhythmic tone. Instead of the “ums” and “ahs” that interrupt flow, they use pauses to emphasize ideas.Adopt an assertive, but not aggressive, way of speaking that indicates your self-confidence. You will feel your self-esteem begin to rise. To be taken seriously, avoid high-pitched, nervous chatter or twittering giggles in your speech. People will listen to you more attentively when they see the leader radiate from within you.Source
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