Jerry Seinfeld has a skit where he points out that studies show public speaking is a bigger fear than death. That means, he claims, that if you are going to a funeral you are better off in the casket than doing the eulogy. While there isn’t a lot you can do to melt away your anxiety, your best bet is simply to make a better presentation.
How To Conquer Public Speaking
Helpful tips by Morton C. Orman, M.D.
Principle #1–Speaking in Public is NOT Inherently Stressful
Principle #2–You Don’t have to be Brilliant or Perfect to Succeed
Principle #3–All You Need is Two or Three Main Points
Principle #4–You also Need a Purpose That is Right for the Task
Principle #5–The Best Way to Succeed is Not to consider Yourself a Public Speaker!
Principle #6–Humility and Humor Can Go a Long Way
Principle #7–When You Speak in Public, Nothing “Bad” Can Ever Happen!
Principle #8–You Don’t Have to Control the Behavior of Your Audience
Principle #9–In General, the More You Prepare, the Worse You Will Do
Principle #10–Your Audience Truly Wants You to Succeed
