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People fear people. That’s the common reality that surrounds public speaking.
So why do people fear people when it comes to public speaking or giving business presentations? You can spend hours listing the reasons – nervousness, rejection, lack of preparedness, etc. The list can go on and on, but the excuses need to stop here.
It may surprise you, but your audience wants to see you succeed. They want you to win. Here’s why:
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01.08.09
Hey Scott,
I'm not a public speaker, but from a member of the audience's perspective I think you're spot on.
I don't know what it is, but when someone giving a presentation messes up, it's almost like I get embarassed for them. What's up with that?
I think it must be the effect you're describing above. I WANT them to suceed.
01.08.09
When you see the audience file in with bags of old shoes, rotten eggs and fruit, you better be prepared to duck.
01.08.09
Agreed on all the points above about how the audience wants you to succeed, which is why I disagree with your basis of your argument. It is the fear if disappointing your audience, not living up to expectations, and embarassing yourself that instill fear in the presenter. The presenter knows that the audience demands success, and the fear of failure makes them nervous.
01.08.09
Great advice! I sent it straight to my colleague who's making four speeches this week, to engineers, lawyers, microfinance enthusiasts, and general fans of our organization. Whenever I hear speakers, I like hearing a regular, relatable person with an interesting and coherent story to tell. The presenter's enthusiasm can be so contagious, too!
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