Chatterbox, a Public Speaking Group in Australia, requested I address a Question regarding handling Stress or as they termed it “nerves“. Initially I intended to send off a quik video response but upon completion and subsequent viewing, I thought… this might be good to share on the blog. So,
Here is my answer to the folks at Chatterbox and along with it, some insight to my approach in helping others overcome theirFear of Speaking or Stage Fright, Stress or Nerves. I hope it provides You with some ideas regarding your own Fear or whatever you call it, and my honest belief that most all of you can overcome this Fear to your great benefit.
Job Hunting & Interviewing isn’t easy in the best of times. And, today isn’t the Best of Times. If you’re out Interviewing for a position, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Putting in the time & effort is physically & emotionally draining, and yet You always want to put forth Your best effort. But,
Now even though you watched Video Pt 1 & Video Pt 2, You might besabotagingyour efforts and not be aware of it.
In this show, we’ll look at3 negatives and, magically, turn each into a Positive. The points may seem simplistic at first glance, but watch thru to the end to ensure your effort is not in need of somefine-tuning adjustments. Good Luck…
So now You’ve researched the best, most up to date Resume format, You’ve chosen the most appropriate Clothes to wear, and You’ve Wisely taken the advice ofVideo Pt 1and carefully researched the Company you’re interviewing with. Now,
You Want to Talk about YOU! BUT,
Before You begin listing all the Reasons why you WANT this position, or Why You should GET it…. Watch this video and let it guide your Personal preparation.
It’s an important event and you do want to maximize your chances of being hired.
Not your typical Job Interview Video. ThisVideo, Part #1of several videos, discusses the other aspects of “Preparation” besides Dress, Resumé, and being on-time. All important to be considered, but in today’s extremely weak job market, You need an extra edge.
This video just may turn on a light or two in your mind and lead You to a more successful experience. Good Luck and be sure to watch Video Pt 2 for more “not your typical” suggestions.
Joseph Nye,the former Assistant Secretary of Defense and former Dean of Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, offers sharp insights into the way nations take and cede power. But that’s not why He’s being featured here on our blog.
You may find the topic of his Presentation to be captivating, but I hope you find his adroit use of the Music Standoff to his left to be compelling. I often suggest using a Lectern or Stand, music or otherwise, as a Convenient place to work from. It can also serve as an ‘anchor‘ for you, a security blanket of sorts.
Leave your notes, walk away, tip-toe back, check them out, refresh your memory, then lead your audience in a new direction with confidence.Works well.
