If you're afraid of public speaking, you've probably rehearsed your speech 100 times in front of the mirror. When I prepared for my District International Speech Contest, I changed how I practiced. Instead of repeating my text over and over, I focused on short, 2-minute reps, daily for 2 months. It was incredible. Rep after rep, I stopped memorizing sentences and started thinking in structure. So even if I forgot a word or a line on stage, I knew where I was going next. Each rep was also a chance to try something new: a gesture, a pause, a shift in pace or tone. That's what built my confidence. I don't know if I won the contest only because of this. But I knew it was too powerful not to share. That's why I made ToastUp: Pick a topic. Speak for 2 minutes. Get feedback that quotes your own words and scores your answer, conclusion, pauses, smile and gestures and more. Do it again tomorrow. Something concrete to focus on is your anchor. So fear goes to the background. You can try an evaluation for free. I'll be here all day answering every comment. Clement

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Build confidence speaking on the spot.

Build confidence speaking on the spot.