3 Big Myths About Public Speaking
MYTH 1: You should not move during your speech.
We are always told to not move around while we are presenting or giving a speech. However, a lack of movement is not the best way to utilize ourselves during any public speaking event. If you are fidgeting, flaying your arms around, and pacing back and forth during a speech, you can be too distracting. However, if you are using your hands to guide your audience along and to give some sense of visual help, it may improve the experience for your audience members. Your movements should make sense to your presentation. Luckily, the OCC provides personalized help to aid in body language and movement during public speaking situations.
MYTH 2: You need to know what your note cards say.
Relying too heavily on note cards can be more detrimental and cause you to feel more anxious about your speech. You need to know the topic of your speech and the main points. Note cards provide cues to help you remember what you are discussing.
Fortunately, here at the OCC, we emulate a classroom environment that allows you to practice with the comfort of making mistakes and not relying solely on note cards.
MYTH 3: You are born with it.
Relying too heavily on note cards can be more detrimental and cause you to feel more anxious about your speech. You need to know the topic of your speech and the main points. Note cards provide cues to help you remember what you are discussing.
Fortunately, here at the OCC, we emulate a classroom environment that allows you to practice with the comfort of making mistakes and not relying solely on note cards.