Introduction Public speaking is a science and art of communication that enables an individual to pass a message to the audience in a clear and articulate manner in order to convince the audience. According to Livingston (2010), not many people have learnt the art of public speaking and presentation. The issue is not brought about by lack of what to say, but a strong form of public phobia. Some people have big problems when it comes to public speaking, especially before a larger and more enlightened audience. They develop some nervousness before the audience and end up performing very poorly in their presentation. Nervousness is always associated with lack of confidence in one’s self. It is brought about by the fear that others will probably judge the speech and the speaker unfairly. It may also be brought about by setting the goals to high to be realized in order to please the public. Public speaking and presentation should not be a complex task to the speaker. It is normal and even beneficial for the speaker to feel a little nervous when planning to make a public speech, especially when the speech is expected to generate a massive change of thought to the audience. However, this nervousness should be transformed into enthusiasm to deliver quality speech to the audience. The speaker must understand that the audience is determined to make his speech a success and that is why they are seated to listen. For this reason, the speaker must take up the challenge, develop positive attitude and manage the nerves in order to deliver a quality speech. This research will focus on better public speaking and presentation. How to Make Public Speaking and Presentation a Success There have been arguments that some people are naturally born with the capacity to make powerful presentation, while others are naturally shy. Other scholars have also argued that ability of an individual to make a better public speech and presentation would depend on the confidence inculcated in him or her in the family and at school during the developmental stage. These arguments may be true, but they are not a focus on this paper. The focus of the paper is how to develop a powerful speech and presentation irrespective of one’s background. The following are some of the tips one should learn and embrace in order to make powerful speeches to the public. Make a Plan Huff (2008) says that public speaking does not just happen automatically. The process should be planned for if one expects a success. In this case, planning will start by understanding the material to be presented. The speaker must internalize what the message is, and why it is important to the audience. The speaker must try to visualize the possible reactions of the audience. He should then determine how to take advantage of their reaction. A detailed research into that particular topic would help the speaker have a mastery of it. This will give him or her sense of authority over the topic. It would be easier for the speaker to respond to questions that may be posed by the audience during the speech. Practice the Speech Some of the most admired public speakers developed their skills gradually through constant practice. It is a fact that a grea