tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post3273297532225652245..comments2024-03-27T05:29:26.481-07:00Comments on Shrinking Violet Promotions: Public Speaking for Introverts: Jonesing for the ZoneR.L. LaFevershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14646274781361864901noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-5160220712265081662010-05-27T21:26:54.064-07:002010-05-27T21:26:54.064-07:00Thank you, Kimberly. I'm so glad the opening l...Thank you, Kimberly. I'm so glad the opening line tip is helpful. Just like with writing, getting started is often the hardest part.<br /><br />Mary, thank you for inviting me back. It's always a joy to chat with other Violets. You and Robin have created a special community here and I'm grateful for that.Nancy Ancowitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889383468905371822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-40457378587934021062010-05-23T19:38:16.145-07:002010-05-23T19:38:16.145-07:00Nancy, you are the gift that keeps on giving! Tha...Nancy, you are the gift that keeps on giving! Thanks so much for this marvelously helpful post and all your great chat with our readers here-- <br /><br />MaryMary Hersheyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17268062901264527270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-21075529838657742522010-05-23T13:01:02.948-07:002010-05-23T13:01:02.948-07:00Thank you so much, Nancy, That is a really, REALLY...Thank you so much, Nancy, That is a really, REALLY good tip: to memorize my opening. Simple, but gets ya past the initial nerves. Thanks!Kimberley Griffiths Littlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03269829969442171522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-21247143248403158602010-05-22T21:59:30.064-07:002010-05-22T21:59:30.064-07:00Thank you, Kimberly. One way to manage the nervous...Thank you, Kimberly. One way to manage the nervousness is by having your first few lines (words and delivery) down cold. This may help you hit your stride quicker and with greater ease.Nancy Ancowitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889383468905371822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-9808093777535020682010-05-22T12:00:35.831-07:002010-05-22T12:00:35.831-07:00Straws and water bottles - great idea!
And thank...Straws and water bottles - great idea! <br /><br />And thank you for all the FANTASTIC speaking tips! I'm going to remember them over the next couple of months during my book signings and launch parties! <br /><br />I'm already nervous! <br /><br />Gulp.Kimberley Griffiths Littlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03269829969442171522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-52157133920761304502010-05-22T09:55:18.112-07:002010-05-22T09:55:18.112-07:00I also like to bring a couple of bottles of water ...I also like to bring a couple of bottles of water with straws<br /><a href="http://www.bpojobsathome.com" rel="nofollow"> data entry work from home </a>prashanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04583385332262124749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-25416216673875486402010-05-19T11:56:09.233-07:002010-05-19T11:56:09.233-07:00Moving, singing, finding a secluded spot - all of ...Moving, singing, finding a secluded spot - all of these activities can help. The key is to figure out what works for you and that can take some trial and error. So be patient with yourself and see if you can find ways to enjoy the process. After all, tackling something that's always been tough can be extremely rewarding.Nancy Ancowitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889383468905371822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-65802366201742635252010-05-18T11:32:35.969-07:002010-05-18T11:32:35.969-07:00Thanks for this post. I don't do any public sp...Thanks for this post. I don't do any public speaking (yet!), but for sure I'll file away these tips for when I'm further along in my career. ;)<br /><br />Carrie, I'm sure my voice would be shaky, too, and I can imagine your singing tip working well for me - thanks!Shari Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12495151345889657066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-87022696433636844732010-05-18T05:16:47.782-07:002010-05-18T05:16:47.782-07:00I get a little shaky voiced when I get nervous, so...I get a little shaky voiced when I get nervous, so I always find a secluded spot and sing. Stress on the word "secluded." :)<br /><br />Thanks for the fabulous advice to add to the speech-preparedness file!Carrie Harrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14893023777471521703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-40004217164193494462010-05-18T01:14:36.415-07:002010-05-18T01:14:36.415-07:00I think the point about MOVING is very crucial. I ...I think the point about MOVING is very crucial. I freeze up, and it becomes literal - my muscles lock. If I can swing my arms, pace, bounce up on my toes -- keep moving -- I think I could still talk.<br /><br />Although if someone caught me warming up, I might have to hide under a table...tanita✿davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01671822274852087499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-71386431205424789292010-05-17T22:21:16.088-07:002010-05-17T22:21:16.088-07:00Thank you, Rebecca. Bottles of water with straws s...Thank you, Rebecca. Bottles of water with straws sound like a good idea. It sounds like you really think things through. The important thing is to find whatever makes you feel comfortable so you can focus on delivering your best to your audience and minimize distractions. To that end, I'm also a fan of wearing attractive yet comfortable clothing and shoes when presenting.Nancy Ancowitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889383468905371822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-38051242750921977642010-05-17T22:13:06.799-07:002010-05-17T22:13:06.799-07:00Thank you, Tabitha. You're right about prepari...Thank you, Tabitha. You're right about preparing. It will only make you a better speaker and you'll arrive at your talks more grounded. As to practice, you're right that it can be tough. What can you do to take a small step in the right direction? And dare I say, how about finding something you really enjoy about public speaking? If you take the spotlight off yourself, you may find that you enjoy sharing your knowledge, information, and insights with others. Focus on how you can benefit your audience.Nancy Ancowitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889383468905371822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-50290844073462831922010-05-17T12:35:37.248-07:002010-05-17T12:35:37.248-07:00Terrific info here!
I also like to bring a couple ...Terrific info here!<br />I also like to bring a couple of bottles of water with straws. When I'm nervous it's easier for me to drink from a straw than risk turning up a glass with ice and splashing myself in the process. (I know I must sound incredibly clumsy, but when I'm a little freaked out, I am!)Rebecca Ramseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14851717214205302476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2411759600837193508.post-40442438046681945202010-05-17T11:45:49.089-07:002010-05-17T11:45:49.089-07:00What a great post! I'm terrified of public sp...What a great post! I'm terrified of public speaking, though I know I can do it if I prepare myself first. And practice...but that whole practice thing is sooo painful when it means more of talking in front of lots of people.Tabithahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420910182752981979noreply@blogger.com