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Episode 2186:
Molly Fletcher explains why fear of public speaking is nearly universal, noting that even high performers feel it, and that managing the anxiety is a career skill rather than a personality trait. She walks through seven tactics, from grounding confidence in preparation and humanizing the audience to reframing nerves, telling stories, and using the pause. The takeaway is that stronger workplace communication comes from practice and feedback, not from waiting for the fear to disappear.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mollyfletcher.com/public-speaking-tips/
Quotes to ponder:
"Confidence is rooted in preparation."
"Re-frame those nerves as the energy that comes with anything worth having."
"You are not alone in your fear of public speaking, but there are tools and tactics you can incorporate to ease your anxiety."
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