Public Speaking Fear - Passion

Public speaking fear is heightened if you speak about a topic you are not interested in or committed to. If you haven't convinced yourself the topic is worthwhile, it will probably be impossible to convince or interest your audience.

Choose a topic that you are interested in and will interest your audience. Your enthusiasm for the subject you are presenting will make it easier for you to speak on the topic and that enthusiasm is contagious. Also, you will have talked about this topic before and when you are presenting you will merely be extending the conversation.

When you are passionate about a topic and have a thorough knowledge of the topic, it is easier to win over an audience and your public speaking anxiety will be reduced