Question

Stage Fright

Julio Garcia experiences mortifying fear on the thought of being asked to give an oral presentation. When he was told to give two 15-minute long presentations, Julio’s apprehension aggravates, resulting in sleepless nights and horrifying images of insult and defamation. When Julio finally meets the company counselor, she offers helpful suggestions and tips to help Julio tide over his fear. Acting upon these, Julio delivers a positive presentation which increases his confidence.

Questions

1. Let’s say that you were Julio’s counselor. What additional advice would you give him? Why?

2. Explain the role self-esteem played in this case.

3. If you get stage fright, what steps do you take to minimize its effects?

Answer 1

Confidence and attitude play an essential role in oral presentation or public speaking. Try some following steps that ;you can reduce your stage Fright.

•Practice being as prepared as possible for a presentation will help build confidence.

•Try some relaxation and breathing exercises or techniques.

•Visualize your success.

• Focus on your material, not on your audience.

• Make connections with your audience : smile and greet people , thinking of them as friends rather than enemies.

Refuse to think thoughts that creates self-doubts and low confidence .Be natural, be yourself.