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Public Speaking is said to be the biggest fear of many, and even over death.
It’s probably a bit exaggerated, but if there’s an option, most people will avoid doing this at all cost. I also believe there’s a good chance you hate public speaking.
You can still live a good life without doing a single presentation. However, if you wish to move up the corporate ladder, impact other people, or expose yourself to better opportunities, you’ll need to be comfortable with this.
I know, it feels awkward being the centre of attention. That’s why not many people are doing it. But on the other hand, since many are reluctant to do so, it’ll be so rewarding if you decide to step out the comfort zone picking up this skillset.
I used to hate public speaking a lot. Probably more so than you do, because I screwed up badly in my final year project presentation. I went mind blank, had no idea what to say, and my teammate had to cover me up on the spot.
I appreciated their help, but that experience has haunted me for a very long time. Fast forward to now, I’m still far from being a world-class speaker, but I think I’m doing a lot better. Because I’ve found ways to deal with the butterflies in my stomach as I speak.
