10 Tips for Public Speaking

Feeling some nervousesness before giving a speech is natural and even beneficial, but too much nervousness can be detrimental. Here are some proven tips on how to control your butterflies and give better presentations:

1. Know your material 
2. Practice. Practice. Practice!
3. Know the audience 
4. Know the room 
5. Relax 
6. Visualize yourself giving your speech 
7. Realize that people want you to succeed
8. Don't apologize
9. Concentrate on the message - not medium 
10. Gain experience