Speaking

When I'm out in public whether it's a store, restaurant or uni I am a confident speaker and talk really well with others, this is something I am often praised for and I am usually put forward to make enquiries for things in some situations . But when it comes down to speaking in front of a crowd or a class I get really anxious and my throat just dries up.

I'm annoyed at this and it even happens when I'm in online meetings too. I was wondering if anyone had any advice on how to improve my ability to speak in front of crowds and how to become less nervous and more confident?

Reply 1

Zarek

Good preparations and just as importantly lots of practice. Nervousness does go with experience

Reply 2

Doomotron

It's a normal thing. Preparation helps as Zarek said. I am an actor so I do it all the time, but even then I still feel awkward when I can see the audience's faces. If possible, you could ask for the lights to be dimmed although that will only be effective in certain situations.