In this episode, we continue our master class about presentation skills. This week, I cover how to use your movement and gestures to reduce nervousness and create a more poised and confident appearance in front of a group.

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Gestures and Movement When You Deliver Presentations

The best rule of thumb for gestures and movement while public speaking is simple—move when you need to.

For instance, if you explain to your audience that there was a HUGE drop in revenue, but your body language doesn’t change, your delivery will be confusing. Your audience will likely think, “He said huge, but I guess it wasn’t a big deal.” This happens because your words and your movement are incongruent.

A more appropriate gesture might be to hold your hand at about your eye level as you start the sentence. Then, as you get to the word “HUGE,” drop your hand down to your waist.

Gestures Are Natural… Unless You Are Nervous When You Speak

By the way, these movements and gestures are actually quite natural. (This is especially true when you tell stories.) That is unless you are worried about using appropriate gestures.

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