Learning How to Talk with Others
Having been in the public eye for many years I can tell you, that in the early days of my career it was hard to talk in public. I started in radio, so I was able to hide behind a microphone, but that doesn’t change the fact that I was speaking to a large audience. When you focusing on your subject matter you can easily forget to engage the listeners. When you start to realize that how you interact with those focusing on you, you can quickly become a better presenter. Communication and presentation skills comes with a learning curve, in public and behind the headphones. A good way to engage the audience is to make verbal eye contact, and emphasize words that will draw them in. If it helps to relax while on a stage, try to imagine you are talking to your best friend, as if you were having a conversation. This will let the listeners know you are at ease.