Forbes Magazine tells us the number one fear of people is public speaking.

This is unfortunate because speaking intelligently to an audience, engaging them, and leaving them with something that will improve their personal and professional lives will do more to advance your career than anything else.

Some people believe technical expertise is what companies prize. They do, but it is much easier to find technical talent than someone with excellent public speaking skills who can positively influence the company’s customers to award contracts to the company.

This week’s episode will explore public speaking fear considerations and what speakers can do to lessen fear before and during their presentations.