Is there something one can do to not be nervous before presenting ?
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Be prepared. Know your topic. Get a good night's sleep the night before. Take deep breaths to try to relax. Don't think about the grade you need to get on the presentation. Try to think about how fun it will be to share your information with others. If you make a mistake during the presentation, don't beat yourself up. Take a deep breath and continue. Anxiety lessens the more times you have to give a presentation.
363792
Don't worry about it. Those people will be there to see you do good and I'm sure you will do great. I do live performances in musical and have solos all the time and I'm really not to good at singing but i know as long as i have confidence in myself it won't be as bad as it seems. And for your nervousness right now try to ignore it i am always way more nervous before performing then while i am performing when you get on stage after you sing that first line you get so much more confidence. And remember there will always be that one or two people that say you suck but most of the time those people would never have the courage to get up there and sing in front of a crowd so just ignore them
400421
stop being a pansy and just git it dun\njust go for it\nbeing nervous is for people who dont know what to do or are unprepared
400767
First and foremost, fresh breath. Stick tongue in, twist turn, role. NO SLOBBERING!!!!!!!! Relax, let it happen, dont concentrate on how 2 do it too much while ur doing it. u can let him lead, u follow, it will all come to u in due time. I think ever1 is nervous the 1st few times, then they become experts
102479
Gather you courage and grace together and go directly to and through the business opening day's activities. You'll (most likely) not die and when it's over you will be impressed with yourself and so will others. And if nerves cause you to slip up some how (Names escape you or the like) just smile and say "Excuse me, I'm so excited about this opening my brain is a bit overloaded!" and move along. One can't always be unafraid, but we are all capable of being brave.
87775
Just relax and breathe...tell him your nervous and he will probably admit to the same.  Just both of you knowing that will probably help and be a conversation starter also.
632066
Lots of people get nervous speaking in front of people. It is very daunting to see all those people who are hanging over your every word.  When you get really nervous, take a deep breath and count to 3, then just try to continue speaking. Realize that people aren't judging you and are probably more focused on what you are reading rather than the way you are reading it. If worse comes to worse you can just look for a familiar face in the crowd, like maybe a friend, and focus your attention on them. Make it seem as if you are just there reading to your friend.
490035
Congratulations!  Now just be yourself.  Good luck!\n\nAnd seriously, about the anxiety: learn to relax mentally and emotionally!
167668
Wow, what sort of job is this?  Is it your first day or something and that's why you're nervous?  Anyway, try just watching TV or a movie or read a book or something.  Hang out with some friends. Walk your dog.  Something!
293071
If you are prepared, then you have nothing to worry about.  Also, you may be so fearful of making a mistake that you obsess over every little thing.  I have found after almost 30 years of teaching that you just have to be flexible and have a sense of humor.  If things mess up, laugh and go on.  Your audience will appreciate that more than you getting upset.  Once you are prepared, get out, do something else.  Take a walk, visit with friends, swim, watch a movie .... relax your mind.  Take deep breaths.
408175
To ease your nervousness, think about something that relaxes you like a tropical beach.\nTo wow the interviewer, I would have as much confidence in getting the job as possible.  Show the interviewer how good you are certain skills and qualifications.  Try not to brag though and overdo it.  Always have a positive attitude towards things.  Make it seem like they will be pleased with your attitude.\nI am also job seeking and I try to use those techniques.
332357
be real...don't put on an act...show confidence in what you do and say...stand for something...
535415
I would suggest to not memorize words, but learn the subject, understand the topic. \n\nMake a list of key points you want to make and then elaborate it with what you know. If you are allowed, bring in note cards with the key points to get you started. \n\nWhen you understand what you are talking about, it will become easier for you to speak about. You can also give it your own twist by putting your own personality to the presentation.  \n\nGood Luck!
347563
Best thing you can do is appear cool and calm. That makes you appear confident.....
166923
it'd be a difficult task for anyone if they had to refrain from speaking to people about things at any given moment but even the best known speakers in the world had a time when they were nervous.  Since there is no way to avoid this here is what I suggest:\n\nFIrst start reading your presentation out loud to yourself, to get familar with your content the biggest fear you are likely to have is not saying the word right or stumbling and looking foolish which you don't want.  Then practice in front of a mirror, then family, then close friends.  When the time to go up to speak, take several deep breaths and plan your walk to the podium, this seems like something someone should know but when you only have it in your mind to walk up to the podium and speak people don't watch were they are going and sometimes bump into something around the area and that can be a bit embarassing.  Just remember it's just a report, speak well, let your eyes wander around the room and be cool:)
400836
If you are truly a gentle person, it may behoove you to right away smile big, speak softly and let whomever you are meeting see right away you are a gentleman. If someone appears afraid, tell them "please don't let my size frighten you, I may be big, but I'm not mean."
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letting your nerves take over is your worst mistake. just be yourself, explain to him that it's your first time and let the mood take you from there. dont forget the protection!!!!!!