2023 - International Webinar - The important of public speaking for businessman - Part 9

Many students find it difficult to deliver reports, presentations, and speeches. Often people feel they don't have the skills or guts to present their ideas in front of a crowd. This is especially the case when speaking in front of a group of strangers.


Giving public speeches is often necessary to move forward in your career and studies. This is one way to impress anyone, from classmates and professors to colleagues and bosses. Public speaking is an important skill to master.


To sharpen your public presentation skills, our experts have put together invaluable tips to help you shine. On this page, you will learn more about public speaking challenges, how to overcome them, and key recommendations for improvement. We've also rounded up sample topics to inspire and help you on your public speaking journey.


Public speaking is difficult for many smart and talented people out there. If you are one of them, don't worry because these challenges are normal and can be overcome. You can find many free college essays in our database that cover this subject. Indeed, few people can appear confidently in front of large audiences, especially strangers. In fact, studies show that around 73% of the population is afraid of public speaking.


Unfortunately, most students mistakenly treat successful speech delivery as a single technique rather than a combination of many talents. In fact, public speaking is both a science and an art that requires a complete set of skills. Developing them helps you take advantage of the opportunities that come your way and make the most of them without wasting too much time on training.


The key to public speaking is hidden in plain sight: You must be able to communicate your point of view to your audience. This is the essence of the process. Therefore, all other skills will be of little use to you if you fail to articulate your ideas.


Another skill needed in public speaking is speed. The speed of your delivery directly affects your presentation. This refers to your pace and how long it takes you to get to the heart of it and finish your speech.


Another skill needed in public speaking is body language. To give the impression of a confident and capable speaker, use body language to your advantage. With its help, you can make listeners perceive you as a relaxed and experienced orator, no matter the situation. Body language refers to all the nonverbal signals a person can send during direct communication.


Another skill needed in public speaking is research. Research takes you on a journey of exploration, an important step when writing your speech. This allows you to master the material, fill gaps in your knowledge, and become interested in the topic. It also saves you from obvious mistakes and surprises during the FAQ section.


Another skill required in public speaking is originality. Authenticity is about making your listeners see what you see and feel what you feel. Primarily, this skill comes naturally among experienced speakers. For example, if you're delivering a speech on a topic you're passionate about, your body engages, your eyes light up, and your voice takes your breath away. Being authentic shows your ability to present yourself to your audience. This allows your listeners to interact with the real you without seeing imitations or excited keynote prospects. People naturally value listening to native speakers. When you can successfully act as yourself, they will actively pay attention to what you say.


The material above was delivered by a presenter from Mexico in an international webinar held by STEKOM University in collaboration with the University of Mexico. The title of the presentation is "The Importance of public speaking in intercultural contexts". The name of the presenter is Estela Salome Solis Gutierres, PhD. He works at the Faculty of Human Science, Universidad Autonoma de Baja California.


This international webinar activity is part of the implementation of STEKOM University's commitment to increase various international activities. This was done in order to realize the vision to become an international-class university. Various international activities carried out by STEKOM University continue from year to year. There are international activities that are sustainable and there are also some international activities that are not sustainable. All types of international activities are accommodated and regulated by the International department of STEKOM University.