One of my fear is public speaking and I know it is important for a project manager so I need your help and guidance to overcome this fear. Thanks
Mahalmadane TouréEngineer| National Headquarters of Geology and Mines of Mali (Bamako)Mali
Anytime that I have to speak in public my voice change and I know that because I lose my temper and panic. So I want to overcome this fear with your help and guidance. Thanks in advance Saving Changes...
LORI WILSONRETIRED - Technical Project Manager| RETIRED - LifePoint HealthClarkston, Wa, United States
Hello Mahalmadane: You were brave enough to share a fear that many other people also share. The fear of public speaking can make it so hard as a project manager, when often we are asked to facilitate meetings, give presentations and quickly step into executive discussions. I don't have the same fear, in fact, I really enjoy public speaking, but in the past few years it has become harder and harder for me to sing in public. I used to sing up front in a church group and often they asked me to do solos, it got to be so painfully uncomfortable for me, I would sweat and feel sick and constantly try to get out of singing. So, in this small way, I can relate to the things you have shared. I searched and found some links for you - maybe these will be helpful? https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-b...peaking-fear-2/ https://www.briantracy.com/blog/public-spe...ublic-speaking/ There are many other articles on this subject out there - these were just two that seemed really practical. My best advice is to be confident in your knowledge, your experience and your gift of a beautiful and strong voice. I wish you well, Mahalmadane. Saving Changes...
Do you have any local organizations where you can be given the opportunity to practice and possibly be coached? For example, if there is a Toastmasters chapter nearby, Toastmasters provides excellent opportunities for practicing public speaking and receiving feedback in a comfortable environment. Saving Changes...
Mahalmadane TouréEngineer| National Headquarters of Geology and Mines of Mali (Bamako)Mali
Thanks for your help. I really appreciate it. Saving Changes...
Yes toastmasters is suppose to be the premier place to help with the fear of public speaking. Saving Changes...
Sergio Luis ConteHelping to create solutions for everyone| Worldwide based OrganizationsBuenos Aires, Argentina
Believe me, I understand you very well. First of all, after more than 30 years doing this type of things including talking along the world inside PMI and IIBA and other conferences I will say this: you can not avoid to feel fear and nervous. Forget about it. It is a human being condition that it is impossible to avoid but it is possible to manage. Returning to the point, take some acting classes can help you a lot. In my case, I have performed tennis at professional level (besides I play futbol a lot, but in four categories) and that helped me a lot too. Saving Changes...
Mahalmadane TouréEngineer| National Headquarters of Geology and Mines of Mali (Bamako)Mali
Thanks Mr Conte for your guidance. Saving Changes...
I think the key skill that is needed in such situation is The confidence and to have the confidence you need to prepare well .
From the experience preparation is very helpful ,so the key point is prepare ,prepare and prepare.
Try it you will not regret... Saving Changes...
Mahalmadane TouréEngineer| National Headquarters of Geology and Mines of Mali (Bamako)Mali
Thanks Mr Al Mokhtar for your help. Saving Changes...
Look for local Toastmasters chapter, that is the simplest. Saving Changes...
Sergio H. RaspoSelf employed| self-employedSan Guillermo, Argentina
Hello Mahalmadane:
I think that one way that could be useful for you and improve your performance in public speaking is training.
Perhaps you should try with one or more MOOC in cousera or EDX plattform. It´s free and there are many quality course to improve your skill. Good luck Saving Changes...
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