It might shock you to discover that in the country known for bold speeches and endless TED talks, roughly three-quarters of the population experiences some level of fear regarding public speaking. The ...

An estimated 3 out of 4 people have a fear of public speaking. Unfortunately, that means more than a few teachers carry that anxiety with them. I am one of them. However, rather than holding me back, ...

When my younger sister called in November 2022 to say she was getting married, I was slow to connect the dots. “YAAAAY!” I screeched into the phone. Meg had been my maid of honor a couple of years ...

Glassophobia. It’s not the fear of glass; it’s the fear of public speaking. Who would have thought! According to Osmosis, glassophobia is an “anxiety disorder characterized by a persistent and ...

If you’re afraid of public speaking, you’re in good company. Over 70 percent of people fear speaking in front of others. An oft-quoted study from the '70s claimed people are more afraid of public ...

Corcoran can pinpoint the exact moment when the fear gripped her, literally, by the throat. She was a real estate broker in New York City when someone invited her to give a talk at a business meeting.

On a recent evening, 19 people gathered after work at a public library in downtown Minneapolis for a meeting of Toastmasters International, the nonprofit that helps anyone who’s interested hone their ...

Like most people, I was terrified of public speaking. All those eyes on me, giving me their full attention, judging, and waiting for me to humiliate myself. The opportunity for disaster was too great ...

Smith’s “brain bully” method helps business owners silence self-doubt and speak with clarity. From interviews to responding to customer reviews, Smith teaches that presence, energy and preparation are ...