5 Speaking Tips: How To Calm Your Nerves When Public Speaking

[@TheOldMayfieldPlace]

"I'm excited". Changing our mindset is important in many situations.

[@RiazMeghji]

Truth!

[@RachelSmets]

Great tips! I used to be very shy and low confidence but I took action, overcame my fears, step by step and finally did 2 TEDx talks and now have my KZbin channel to help others grow their confidence, because like you say it IS possible!

[@RiazMeghji]

Nice work Rachel! What are the TEDx talks? I’ll check em out

[@RachelSmets]

@@RiazMeghji Hi Riaz, sure, you can find them both on my website www.rachelsmets.com Or, I made a short compiliation here and the links are below the video as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2nXqa2kjbGbfM0

[@anetalandova6135]

@@RiazMeghji it s in her channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGGXZqOLoqmkedE

[@IntentionalMarriages]

One tip that has helped me speak in front of people is to speak individually to someone in the audience. It calms me down. Great tips!!

[@RiazMeghji]

Excellent point Danielle. Every good presentation feels like a good conversation.

[@PowerPopFitness]

I love the idea of using the word excited instead of nervous. In a dance audition, one girl started too early, and I will never forget how well she handled the situation. She quickly returned to her spot and said "Sorry, I was just so excited." Everyone laughed and she ended up making the team. Great attitude. Also, I think judgment, or worrying most about what people will think of me, is what makes me so nervous. So I love the idea of shifting the focus from me and what others will think of me, to them and what I can do to connect and help them. Great tips! Thank you so much!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks for the specific feedback. The 'excitement' is contagious in a good way as you described.

[@CoachViva]

To practice public speaking, I've always talked to myself. Would definitely try and practice in front of a few friends next time. I'm excited!

[@RiazMeghji]

Let me know how it goes. Thank u!

[@CiaraRubin]

I try to focus on who I'm there to serve, rather than my own feelings- but I know it's so important to take care of my own feelings so I can breakthrough to my next level!

[@RiazMeghji]

Love the approach Ciara. You're a natural.

[@walktalkwithmarlene9613]

Thank you sooo much for magnificent public speaking strategies. Your pointers exemplify authenticity. 👏👏👏

[@AdrianaGirdler]

These are some fantastic tips on how to calm your nerves when public speaking. Thanks so much for sharing, cheers!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Adriana

[@llgriffinll]

"I'm excited" was my favourite tip; already knew about being prepared - learnt that one the hard way. Great video

[@RiazMeghji]

Awesome Reece!

[@aldrinpadua4210]

I love thus phrase "Own your Imperfections" and admit your honest feeling to build connection. I'm excited for next virtual class.

[@RiazMeghji]

Awesome Aldrin!

[@djshortee]

Awesome video on how to calm your nerves when public speaking! Shifting my focus to being of service and my mindset from "nervousness" to "excitement" really helps! Thanks for sharing, Riaz! ❤

[@RiazMeghji]

Amazing note. Thanks DJ Shortee!

[@YesToTech]

These speaking tips are absolutely amazing! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thank you :)

[@TalktheStreets]

I like public speaking, but I still get nervous! will keep these things in mind, thank you!

[@RiazMeghji]

Let me know how it goes and if these tips help manage those nerves. Thank u!

[@YuliaTarbath]

Loved the ideas you shared to overcome nerves in public speaking.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Yulia!

[@vibewithhealth]

All that you have said resonates with me. But the best is practice!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thank u

[@KarlBrisard]

I stumble across your channel and I love your tips and tricks. Next is to put it in to action.

[@RiazMeghji]

Welcome Karl. Keep me posted on your progress.

[@DebbraLupien_AkashicRecords]

Fabulous tips Riaz. The turning point for me was the aha that a speech is just a conversation with people I (usually) hadn't yet met. Thinking of it in that way released all the anxiety around the concept of giving a speech.

[@RiazMeghji]

So true. Appreciate you Debbra

[@natashalakos]

Pro tips!!! These are all so useful Riaz. I know for me calling nerves 'excitement' and connecting with the audience beforehand were both game changers. So much more here I can't wait to use. Thank you!

[@RiazMeghji]

Natasha! So good to hear from you. Thanks for checking it out. How are you?????

[@natashalakos]

Riaz Meghji All good! Fam’s good, work’s good...love these, keep going!

[@alexr6416]

For me practicing outlook with a video or in front of people has helped decrease nerves. I will try using the word excitement to describe my feelings after watching this

[@TiidiiLivingwithSabrina]

Nervous to excited! Great tips! Practice = confidence

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks for watching Sabrina

[@williamumansky6138]

Thanks for the wonderful tips! Great content!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks William!

[@selthboy]

Thanks for the great video! My college class actually watched this in class for public speaking

[@Billwilderment]

Riaz! Great content, I do love speaking in front of crowds and it did come from the mental midset of being excited!

[@RiazMeghji]

Keep rockin' it Bill! Thanks

[@LeoLandaverde]

The change in mindset is absolutely key for me when it comes to speaking in public. Great video!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Leo!

[@feisalpanjwani]

Excellent tips Riaz - much appreciated. I find as you said, that practicing out loud in front of friends and family totally helps with my confidence level. I have them ask me any questions that might be asked of me during an interview. I also love your comment on saying you're "excited" rather than nervous!. Thank you.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Feisal. Glad it’s useful. Good thing about that ‘excited’ energy is that it helps us level up.

[@DrJonTam]

Some are these tips are actually what I use for my public speaking and they totally work! Mindset is the most important for me. Thanks for sharing.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Jon

[@UgoArinzeh]

Such a timely topic. Thanks for sharing.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Ugo!

[@saidfarid6382]

Hello Professor Your lessons are interesting and your explanation is excelent, thank you so much for your help and advice,i do appreciate your job, I wish you peace and happness under the sky of prosperity. Take care and have a good time. All the best. Your Student from Algeria.

[@carina.belmonte]

Love your style! This great to know and understand thank you for sharing

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Carina. Hope it helps

[@Marketing.effectively]

Great tips Riaz! Love the last one about owning my imperfections. I feel more confident already!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Bree. Keep crushing it!

[@doreendsouza8862]

Loved your videos. Will follow the tips. Hope my shaking voice improves by this video .

[@rramanauthor2992]

this is definitely something i need to work on! your tips are always helpful brother! I am definitely going to think of it as something exciting from now on!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Rajiv.

[@darylballard307]

Thanks for the great tips. I have not done much public speaking (other than on this platform), but have done a lot of singing with an audience. And connecting with the audience makes such a difference. Both for the speaker (or singer) and for the audience. Great video Riaz.

[@RiazMeghji]

Hold up, singing? Talk about burying the lead. Do tell and where are these videos Daryl?

[@darylballard307]

@@RiazMeghji I don't think there are videos. It's mostly church stuff now. I was a voice minor in college. But almost all church singing and church choir conducting since then.

[@VendySteinberga]

Thank you so much for sharing you tips on calming your nerves, I really like the idea of reframing our thoughts :)

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Vendy

[@JuliaCha]

Thanks for the great tips! I find it helpful when I focus on one person in the room who seem to relate and support me when I am speaking, rather than looking around too much. I won't be staring at this person, but I find it powerful to feel that person's presence. I pick up small social cues, like a nod, or a soft facial expression, or something, and decide that this person likes my speech.

[@RiazMeghji]

So true Julia. A great insight you share here about listening to the audience and finding those specific people who come with you on the journey as you speak.

[@SerenaDAlexander]

Good points. Definitely feel a bit better when I have practice or am prepared in advance

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Serena!

[@ChadLower]

Awesome Video Thanks!

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Chad

[@oscarromero8498]

Wow. I loved this video.

[@SocialConfidenceMastery]

I can't wait to implement these tips in my next video!

[@RiazMeghji]

Hope this helps, working on a few ideas for presenting on camera in the coming weeks. Let me know what you find most useful. Thanks Myke

[@jennybellido3279]

This is very helpful, Riaz!

[@RiazMeghji]

Awesome to hear it helps

[@tanyaannbrown]

I love these tips! I don't do much public speaking but maybe with these tips, I will have the courage to do so now! 😉

[@RiazMeghji]

Awesome Tanya!

[@AndrewHubbard1]

I'll definitely be using these tips next time I'm on stage (whenever live events come back!). Thanks Riaz.

[@RiazMeghji]

You bet Andrew. Glad it’s useful

[@kunlintan6511]

I like "I'm excited" tip.

[@colleenwynia]

Riaz, wonderful to meet you here!! Love your thoughtful considerations and how we can turn nervous & butterfly emotions into EXCITEMENT!! As a Reset Energy Coach love your refresher to show interest as your key focus!! have sub’d.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Colleen. Your niche has me curious. Would love to check out your content.

[@colleenwynia]

@@RiazMeghji wonderful Riaz, welcome! I viewed one of yours and gain much insight from an experienced broadcaster on additional ways to become comfortable and polished in the limelight

[@ManifestationHowTo]

Great tips on how to personalize an introduction to the speaker and the audience.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thank you

[@ChaniqueStewart]

I needed this!

[@RiazMeghji]

Awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@NissySlim]

Great topic Riaz! ''Perceived'' threat is it. Love the reframing concept.

[@RiazMeghji]

Much respect! Thanks Nisreen

[@rawvlog4683]

U r doing a good job brother...

[@devinwick8536]

I pretend in bigger more stressful events that I’m in the same smaller space I feel at my most confident and comfortable !

[@RiazMeghji]

Your style is sooo good. Would always love taking your classes.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks for watching! For more tips on Captivating Your (Virtual) Audience check out this video --> kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2fbgpWLetyUack

[@theetravelhippie]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ShishirKhadka]

Fantastic Tips Riaz

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Shishir

[@CarolMould]

Preparation goes a long way to settle nerves!

[@RiazMeghji]

Truth. Thanks Carol

[@greekmamalife]

i am presenting my dissertation so do feel some anxiety. the good thing it will be online

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks interesting Christina. Much easier for some to present in the comfort of their home to help stay calm.

[@dr.suezettealoysiaandcarla1664]

"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things." ~Robert Brault "Walking distance to the Riverwalk" ~AloysiaAndAvery, InITTogether🧚🏽‍♀️🌿

[@yukibrito8136]

Wish I found your videos sooner!

[@RiazMeghji]

Better late than never :)

[@AndreaCoulterWHC]

Definitely find practice makes a huge difference and remembering to not rush. Great video.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thank you Andrea

[@trishsanjeev6317]

That all sounds great, but what toothpaste do you use?

[@evelynsierra5775]

God prepared me because I used to give workshops my topic is autism. I have a tsunami of information because I have two adult children with autism. I love helping families raise children with autism.

[@maryamabbasi5779]

I am gna have an impromptu speech. I have no idea how to calm my nerves.

[@1agang]

Awesome video, thanks.

[@RiazMeghji]

Thanks Gangoso!