Gigi Presents Be the Calm in the Storm
May 14, 2025
Maintaining calmness is essential for successful public speaking. Strategies are shared on managing nerves and preparing the environment for a positive experience. Focusing on a core message and understanding your audience can help overcome presentation anxiety. Preparation and practice are highlighted as key elements for impactful delivery. Relaxed speakers can foster a more receptive audience, making your message more effective than ever.
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Calmness Creates Positive Feedback
- Your calmness directly influences your audience's calmness, creating a positive feedback loop.
- Cultivating calm is essential in public speaking, especially in stressful or high-stakes situations.
Safety Check to Ease Nerves
- Check if you are physically safe in the speaking environment to reduce nervousness.
- Confirming safety can help de-escalate nervous feelings before going on stage.
Stage Early to Reduce Nervousness
- Arrive early and be on the stage as the audience arrives to reduce stage fright.
- This gradual exposure helps you stay calm instead of reacting to an abrupt spotlight moment.