I have to give an important presentation for my academic career and I am stressed about public speaking and my ability to give a coherent presentation
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Good afternoon, how can I help you today?
assistant
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Hi there, I am just stressed about giving a presentation tomorrow
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That is understandable, public speaking is one of the most commonly cited fears for people. Is it for work or for school?
assistant
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This presentation is for school I am indeed worried about public speaking
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I actually majored in communication and have a great deal of experience with public speaking.
assistant
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That's interesting, I find public speaking to be especially difficult
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Yes, the physical nervousness that can manifest is powerful. I would highly recommend finding a quiet place to calm and focus your mind for at least five minutes before your presentation. At least a minute's worth of breathing, and drink plenty of water.
assistant
Providing Suggestions
That very helpful advice, I think another stressful factor is being able to field questions effectively
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Ah, yes, that is a hard one. You are expected to be an expert. But you can only prepare so much.
assistant
Providing Suggestions
Agreed, and there is always that fear that you won't know an answer
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"That is a really great question that I've never considered! Maybe XYZ? I can check on that and get back to you with a sure answer though!" There's no shame in being able to say that you understand why someone would ask the question(whatever it may be) but that you don't have a full or even partial answer right now. Because you're also going to get like, the hecklers and the people who want to look intelligent by asking asinine questions
assistant
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I can understand that, as a I try to prepare for the presentation it's stressing me out about all of the different types of potential questions. But the advice you gave is very good
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Just feel confident that you have fulfilled the assignment according to the guidelines. Extra questions from students are wildcards and you can only handle them within the scope of the assignment. If someone's like WELL WHY AREN'T THERE PURPLE PANDAS THEN, JEFF?! you're gonna have to just laugh lol
assistant
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That's fair! I suppose I will have to accept the fact that there is no way to prepare for every eventual question
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I think you will do great. You sound prepared, and a small amount of worry is an indication you desire to perform well.
assistant
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Great thanks, this was very helpful.
user
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I'm so glad to hear that! You have an excellent attitude and work ethic, you got this!
assistant
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Appreciate your advice, have a good rest of your day
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