05/25/2017

Don't Be Shy

Ignoring public speaking opportunities hurts you, your organization

Public speaking offers opportunities for you and your organization that you don’t want to miss. Public speaking can be scary, and it’s easy to talk yourself out of it. But your voice is unique, and you may have a lot to offer by sharing your thoughts publicly—even if you make a few mistakes along the way. When contemplating a speaking gig, keep in mind that no one is born a natural, and getting good at it simply takes practice.

Engaging Volunteers shares a few reasons to fight your fears so you don’t miss out on the benefits of speaking your piece.

We all know the powerful impact that storytelling can have in attracting people to a cause. Use your voice to share your passion in front of an audience. “You can be the one to inspire people to join your cause, get excited, feel revitalized, dream of the future, and make an impact,” writes James McBryan, founder of Track It Forward.

Please click here to read the complete article from Associations Now.