I have given educational moments on "Tips for Toastmasters" before and will probably revisit this about once a month.
I would like to cover these four this time:
I can remember one of my first Speech contests that I went to the Area level and I was nervous before that speech. I have found that if you want to stir some excitement into your speaking go to another level. Speak before a different audience. This tip absolutely is pertinent. Before you go into the speaking area breathe! A few deep breathes is a great way to relax, even if it is just as small amount, it helps. To take a pause before you begin is also a good idea it gives the audience and you time to calm down.
I will not overstate this or expand much on it. Visualization has been a tool for many different areas of life. I believe it is valid! Visualize success! Visualize what you want to happen.
Trust your audience. The audience isn’t your enemy - they want you to be interesting, stimulating, informative and entertaining. They’re rooting for you.
I think in Toastmasters this is something that became very apparent to me early on is that the audience in my club is on my side! They understand what it is like to be the speaker and be nervous. They are there cheering you on to success. I have found that even outside of Toastmasters this is largely true as well.
Don’t apologize. If you make a mistake, there’s no need to say you’re sorry. Pick up where you left off and keep going
Yes! Most of the time people will not even notice your mistake! Just move forward. Don't give it any recognition during your time in front of your audience. If they noticed or not really does not matter just move on.
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