It’s rare to find a person who enjoys public speaking, and that’s probably because 75% of people are afraid of it. Despite that, public speaking skills are an absolute necessity. Whether it be ...

Public speaking anxiety, a form of social anxiety, plagues many individuals, ranging from seasoned professionals to students. It’s that flutter of butterflies in your stomach, the sweat on your palms ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I explore personal branding and storytelling in the digital age. Given the increasing rate of globalization, the significance of ...

Public speaking: these two little words can drive fear into the hearts of so many of us. Whether talking in front of a live audience for an event or communicating effectively on a Zoom call at work, ...

In my work as a voice and performance coach, as well as a therapist, I am often asked to lead workshops on public speaking. And when I do, a great deal of our time and attention is spent addressing ...

President Barack Obama works with Terry Szuplat, Senior Director for Speechwriting. Great communicators are made, not born: It’s a conclusion about public speaking that I’ve reached after two decades ...

Wendi Pillars, NBCT, has taught for nearly three decades, both overseas and stateside, in military and civilian contexts. She is the author of Visual Impact and Visual Notetaking for Educators. Find ...

Public speaking can be an intimidating task for many professionals, but a local TED coach is offering the skills you need to succeed.