How to improve public speaking skills
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Improving public speaking skills takes practice, confidence, and the right techniques. Here’s an easy, practical guide to help you speak clearly and confidently in front of others:
π 1. Know Your Topic Well
When you understand your topic, you feel more confident.
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Read about it
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Make short notes
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Practice explaining it in simple words
π️ 2. Organize Your Speech
Use a simple structure:
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Introduction (start with a question or interesting fact)
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Main Points (2–3 ideas only)
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Conclusion (summarize or give a message)
This helps you stay on track and avoid confusion.
π¬ 3. Practice Out Loud
Don’t practice in your mind—say it aloud.
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Stand in front of a mirror
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Record your voice
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Repeat until you feel comfortable
π 4. Work on Eye Contact
Look at your audience, not at the floor or ceiling.
If you’re nervous, look:
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At the back wall
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At people’s foreheads
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At friendly faces
This creates a connection without pressure.
πΆ 5. Use Body Language
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Stand straight
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Use hand movements naturally
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Smile when appropriate
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Don’t fidget or play with your hands
Body language makes you look confident even if you’re nervous.
π€ 6. Speak Slowly and Clearly
Nervous speakers talk too fast.
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Pause between sentences
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Take small breaths
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Stress important words
Clear speaking means better understanding.
π 7. Control Nervousness
Everyone gets nervous—it's normal.
Try:
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Deep breathing
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Positive self-talk
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Visualizing a successful speech
Remember: Nervousness is a sign you care.
π 8. Listen to Good Speakers
Watch TED Talks, debates, news anchors, or motivational speakers.
Notice:
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How they start
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Their voice tone
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Their pauses
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Their confidence
Learn and apply the techniques you like.
π§ 9. Start Small
Practice with:
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Friends
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Family
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Classmates
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Small groups
Step by step, speak to bigger audiences.
✏️ 10. Ask for Feedback
After every speech, ask:
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“What went well?”
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“What should I improve?”
Feedback helps you grow faster.
⚡ Quick Daily 5-Minute Exercise
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Pick a random topic (e.g., food, school, a hobby).
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Speak about it for 1 minute without stopping.
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Record it and listen.
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Improve tone, pace, and clarity the next time.
If you want, I can make a 7-day public speaking practice plan or even create a short speech for you to practice. PLEASE COMMENT π THANKS FOR WATCHING π
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