When you get rid of tension, your voice becomes more powerful,' says Maxina Pattison of London-based Corporate Voice Communications. 2 Give some thought to your voice, and consider some training if you are going to do a lot of public speaking.
Few people make it to the top if they speak in a high-pitched gabble.
3 Start getting practice in making the odd short speech. You are better off having your first attack of nerves asking a question in a departmental meeting than when you suddenly have to address a conference. Knowing how to say 'a few words' is a confidence booster for anyone. Many people who say they will never speak in public are, effectively, limiting their career to the bottom rung. 4 Make your speech sound spontaneous.