In my coaching practice, I see every day how most speech problems start in the head. The fear of failure, losing control or being judged negatively can be paralyzing. I also know these fears. Even in my "previous life" as a stage actor, I experienced every day how this fear of failure can lead to insecurity and loss of inner sovereignty. But I can assure you that it is possible to overcome these fears and achieve a sovereign presence on stage.

Losing the thread? Not with these three effective strategies

The first strategy I presented is the active experience of the body. The Sense-Focusing-Effekt is a simple yet powerful technique that reminds you to stay with yourself and be aware of what's going on in your body. When you're nervous, it's normal for your heartbeat to speed up, your hands to sweat, or a lump in your throat. Instead of ignoring or fighting these sensations, I invite you to recognize and embrace them. By focusing on your body and noticing what you are feeling right now, you can relieve the pressure and regain your inner balance.

The second strategy is called Dialogue instead of Monologue. It's important to connect with your audience during your presentation. Imagine having a conversation with them instead of giving a monologue. Give them space to think, ask questions, interact with them. It's not just about providing information, it's also about fostering discussion. Remember that a good presentation is not a one-way conversation.

The third strategy is the suggestive (hypnotic) speech patterns. These are a powerful tool to make your audience aware of the drama of the topic and to make them aware of the pressing moments of their everyday lives. Instead of just providing information, you can take them on a journey where they can experience and associate the story for themselves. Imagine you are a storyteller who transports his listeners to another world. With suggestive speech patterns, you can engage your audience in such a way that they not only listen to you, but also react to your words in a tangible way.

Never forget important things again through value-oriented structuring

But wait – how about prevention? With a kind of preparation that doesn't allow such dramatic moments to arise in the first place? How can we prevent these stressful moments before they even happen? An effective strategy is to use a value-oriented structure of structure. This structure promotes structured speech, supports your memory and helps to fast speaking . It also gives you the opportunity to take breaks where you can collect your thoughts and choose your words carefully.

I've created a video that explains this strategy in more detail and shows you how to incorporate it into your next presentation:

Public Speaking is a skill that anyone can learn. It requires practice, patience and the willingness to learn from mistakes. But I promise you, it's worth the effort. The ability to communicate effectively can open doors and create opportunities you didn't even dream of.

I look forward to accompanying you on your journey and mastering the art of public speaking together. Talk to me about your challenges over an espresso ☕.

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The author:

Arno Fischbacher is a business voice coach and rhetoric expert, speaker and author. He prepares executives and employees of the top companies in Germany and Austria for negotiations, presentations and media appearances. Fischbacher is the author of several books, past president of the German Speakers Association (GSA) Austria, chairman of the European Network of Voice Experts, stimme.at.

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