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How can I improve my public speaking confidence?
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1. Practice speaking in front of an audience as often as possible.
2. Learn to identify and challenge your negative thoughts about public speaking.
3. Break larger speeches into smaller manageable chunks.
4. Make sure you are well prepared and familiar with the material you will be presenting.
5. Become familiar and comfortable with the setting you will be speaking in.
6. Work on your body language, try to adopt a more confident and open stance.
7. Ask for feedback from friends, colleagues and family.
8. Acknowledge any mistakes and learn from them.
9. Use a variety of tricks or props to add visual interest and engage the audience.
10. Breathe deeply and calmly before speaking.