Richard Kaloust Relaxation Techniques

Here are some annoying public speaking habits. They can be deal breakers, so avoid these annoying habits at all costs!

Voice Trailing Off – Many speakers let their voices trail off at the end of every sentence. The audience can hear the first part of their sentence, but they have no idea what pearls of wisdom [...]

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“According to most studies, people’s number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death.” - Jerry Seinfeld
If you have the fear of public speaking, you are not alone. You must first recognize what “fear” is. Fear is the anticipation of pain. Is your fear real or imagined?
Here are some great insights into Overcoming Fear of [...]

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1. Lie on your back with your eyes closed, feet slightly apart, arms  slightly away from sides, and palms upward.2. Allow your breath to slow down. Put your entire attention on the breath as it moves in and out. (Pause 20 counts.)
3. Tense the muscles of your feet. (Pause 5 counts and gently relax.  Pause 20 counts. REPEAT.)
4. Tense [...]

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