List five measures you can take to help control your nervousness when giving a speech. Major methods of controlling stage fright mentioned in the chapter are:
Acquire speaking experience.
Prepare thoroughly for every speech.
Think positively about your speech.
Use the power of visualization.
Know that your nervousness is not visible to the audience.
Don't expect perfection.
Other methods mentioned in the chapter are:
Be at your best physically and mentally.
Quietly flex and relax your muscles while waiting to speak.
Take a couple of deep breaths before starting to speak.
Work especially hard on your introduction.
Make eye contact with members of the audience.
Concentrate on communicating with the audience.
Use visual aids.