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New Years Resolutions – Affirmations Strategy

Affirmations are short, positive statements that speakers say to themselves or out loud to prepare, overcome fears of public speaking, enhance their introductions, boost their self-confidence, relax their nerves, and as a reality checklist after their presentations.  They are the number one defense for every public speaker to use for readiness, success, and professionalism.

Giving a presentation, whether it be a keynote, impromptu, or seminar, all follow the same pattern to reach professionalism as a speaker.

These are the five stages of apprehension or fear for every speaker with two affirmations to use as strategies:

STAGE 1

The fear of the possibility of a signed contract of being chosen to speak

STRATEGY

Say to yourself:

“Great!  I’ll have a chance to shine.”

“Speaking in public is a skill everyone needs to have; my workplace is no exception.

I’ll master this skill like I would any other.”

STAGE 2

The fear that arises during the planning and preparation of the presentation

STRATEGY

Say to yourself:

“Repetition is necessary for learning to take place.”

“I’ll over-prepare; generate notes; practise.”

 

STAGE 3

The fear immediately before the presentation.

STRATEGY

Say to yourself:

“I’ll move to the front of the room with ease and begin with confidence.”

“I’m ready to go — I’m prepared and eager to present.”

 

STAGE 4

The fear during the presentation

STRATEGY

Say to yourself:

“I’ll speak clearly and confidently as I did in rehearsal.”

“I’ll slow down, be myself, and involve the audience.”

 

STAGE 5

The fear after the presentation

STRATEGY

Say to yourself:

“I’ll do a reality check.”

“I’ll allow myself the chance to feel good.”

 

Affirmations are powerful tools to practice and remember.  They become an important part of self-fulfilling prophecies that can help a speaker transform from mediocrity to an outstanding professional level.

 

Written by,

Bette Elly Klimitz

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