1) first thing to know is that everyone in the world gets nervous. But it's how we respond to nerves that makes the difference.

 

Think about being nervous what happens? Our heart quickens, shortness of breath, anxiety, perspiring etc. If you associate these feelings with fear it can be scary

 

Instead think about when else you've had those feelings? Often when you go on a date or your about to meet someone amazing. You have the very same thing happen to you but at those times you choose to call it excitement. So every time you think about being nervous, think of it as being excited instead. Make it a strong association in your mind.

 

2) If you are using a clicker or props, every time you click or pick up a prop remind yourself to let go of the tension you're holding in your belly and breathe.

 

3) If you feel there might be bits you dry on there a couple of things you can do. Write out the trigger words in your talk in a bright colour. Each different point that you may forget in a different colour. Only chose the major ones as you don't want to have to many in your mind.

 

You can also try using points in the room and placing words in those positions in your head. Such as when you see a particular plant it reminds you of "United Nations" for example.

 

4) Always try to find your smile. When you smile it relaxes everyone around you. If you go wrong or dry, smile and embrace it, give yourself  a moment to find yourself.

 

5) Enjoy yourself. Look out and see friendly people who want to hear what you have to say.