Public Speaking

  Often times whenevr the discussion of public speaking comes up, many people get cold feet. For some its their absolutle worst fear, but for others its their greatest attribute. Just being able to  speak in front of others freely and confidently is what they strive at doing. So what is it exacted that makes these people "great" public speakers ?
   First, effective public speakers are those who know how to speak clearly, directly, effectively, and all in all confidently. They know how to pronounciate they're words and don't stumble or mumble. Allowing the audience to understand what your speaking about, instead of focusing on trying to figure out what your saying.
   In addition, they know how to make direct eye contact with the audience. Instead of looking down or around which makes the audience feel as though you are not really interested in them or what your taking about. Looking at them makes it appear as though you care that they're listening to you. Now you've got their attention.
   Also, they do their research beforehand and continuously practice what they're going to speak about. They dont have to waste time trying to figure out what else is it that they're going to say.Demonstrating confidence and how to make use of the possible limited time you may have to speak.
   Furthermore, they use words within and out of their vocabulary. Words the audience may or not be familiar with but words that fit their discussion. Often times people use "big" words that have the opposite effect of what they intend. Public speakers must be careful when they use these words, that they do so effectively and they fit into what they're saying. Don't use words you dont understand or come off as overbearing.
   Even more so, sometimes they use media to help with their presentation, speech etc... But not to the excess where the audience is more interested in the picture, music, or video, then what your saying. They use media as an aid to further project their point and catch the audiences attention even more. In conclusion, when it comes to public speaking often times it may not come natural but it can be worked on through the above techniques.