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Nervous about Public Speaking? Try this tip.

Public speaking can be extremely stressful for some people. As a member of the Carolina Star Conference (a volunteer statewide health and safety organization in North Carolina), I've seen highly skilled professionals crumble, loose their nerve, break into a sweat and practically pass out from the fear of public speaking. Well, there is an easy way to slowly erase those fears, boost your skill at public speaking and look more professional than ever.

Is it hard? Nope--if you can dial a phone, you can do this one. Does it take a long time. Nope--just 1-2 minutes every day. Is it expensive? Nah--it's probably free! Why are you sharing it with me? I just think it is cool that something so simple could actually work on such a difficult problem. So, what the heck is this deluxe public speaking secret? Okay. I'll tell you, but only if you promise to try it!

Step 1. Update your voice mail message every day (at least every week).
Step 2. After you update your message, listen to it, and if you don't like it, then change it!
Step 3. Buy yourself a nice lunch as a reward for a job well done because that's it!

Why does this work? It puts you on the spot, so you learn to handle pressure and talk at the same time. It is also a very safe exercise because, if you don't like what you hear, you can always record over it. Changing your message teaches you about public speaking because it forces you to be short, direct, forceful and to the point. If you choke and hem-and-haw, you'll hear it in your message. If your delivery is lifeless and dull, you'll know it. If you sound forced of phoney, you'll be able to tell. I believe that when you actually try this exercise, you will see for yourself just how effective it is. In two weeks, your delivery will improve dramatically. As an added bonus, changing your message every day gives callers the firm impression that you are a professional who is at the top of his game.

Once you get your confidence up, if you want to learn more about public speaking, I recommend Tom Antion's "Wake 'em Up!" book.

Have Some Fun with Public Speaking

Public speaking is one of the best ways to impress your boss without sucking up. It's a job  few people want, but lots of people could do, and do well, with just a little expert help. My favorite public speaking expert is Tom Antion. He has a great book out called "Wake 'em Up!" This book has helped me give more than one memorable speech. It is easy to read and full of useful information like this:

Learn how to handle mostly male, female or international audiences. Find out how to have fun with name tags and handouts. Learn the secret technique for setting up the room to ensure everyone has a good laugh. Discover the true value of "bumper car transitions," and your best targets for corporate humor. Master the four ways to control stage freight and steal Tom's 15 ways to use pre-planned ad-libs to bomb proof your presentation. Plus you'll get checklists, other useful public speaking tools and more.

So, if you have even half a mind to be a supervisor, to move ahead at your company, or lead an organization of your own one day, I highly recommend this book. It costs a little and delivers a lot! Have some fun! Check it out today. Click the banner below to order now or to read other people's reviews at Amazon.com.