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Public Speaking

Public speaking is listed as America's number one fear. While only practice can take the fear away, this toolkit can provide you with resources and strategies to improve your public speaking skills and improve your confidence in front of an audience.

Videos



​Five Basic Public Speaking Tips:

This video covers a couple of time-tested public speaking tips to consider next time you need to speak in front of an audience.


​Be a More Confident Public Speaker:

Public speaking is one of the most common phobias Americans have. This video covers the important things to remember when public speaking gives you anxiety.

Articles

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Public Speaking: Expert Advice To Help You Fight The Fear:
The fear of public speaking is Americans' top fear, and it encompasses every type of public speech, from work presentations to TV appearances to wedding toasts. Get expert advice to help you tackle your public speaking fear.
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Becoming a Confident, Compelling Speaker: 
Whether we're talking in a team meeting or presenting in front of an audience, we all have to speak in public from time to time. We can do this well or we can do this badly, and the outcome strongly affects the way that people think about us. .
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Public Speaking for Introverts:
An email arrives inviting you to speak in front of a group of business leaders, and you panic. You have lots to say and important information to share, but you aren't comfortable speaking in front of large groups. Sound familiar? 

Resources

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​Toastmasters:
Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace.

Documents

Tips for Effective Communication
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Making Your Presentation Accessible
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Anatomy of a Presentation
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6 Principles of Powerful Presentations
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The Heart of a Successful Presentation
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Tips for Effective Public Speaking
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  • About
    • AmeriCorps VISTA
    • Contact
    • FAQs
  • Blogs
    • Blogs
    • Blog Schedule
  • VISTA Resources
    • Program Calendar
    • Important Documents
    • VISTA Toolkits
    • Program Webinars
  • Supervisor Resources
    • 2018 Supervisors' Orientation
    • 2018 Recruitment Webinar
    • 2019 Supervisors' Orientation
    • 2020 Supervisor Orientation
  • Human-Centered Design
  • Photo Gallery