Your friend is terrified of public speaking. Write a brief letter advising him of at least four or five different specific things he can do in the preparation stage and just prior to his presentation to manage and overcome his fear of public speaking.

Answer:

Answers will vary, but should include advice such as: - Prepare carefully, organize your thoughts, become an expert on your topic - Practice frequently - Breathe deeply, do warm-up exercises - Visualize the outcome, imagine a flawless performance and audience reception - Think positively, talk yourself into a perfect performance - Prepare some visual aids.