Managing Nervousness

tom henchell: Nervousness is ultimately you focusing on you. The instant you're able to shift from focusing on yourself to focusing on the people listening to you, nerve ness disappears. So if you're getting feedback that you talk too fast, first check your diction. If your speech is understandable, then do these four things. Talk in short sentences. Give us a downward inflection at the end of your sentences. Be creative about reminding yourself to slow down and pause. Four, connect with the people in the room and talk to them the way you talk to your friends.