Presentation nervousness?

Question

okay so this year i have to do a 7 -10 minute speech for reading /LA and i absolutely HATE! presenting! i get unbelievably .extremely nervous , when i present i talk fast and i get red , and since i feel my self getting red i get reder...BUT i present perfectly fine when I'm with someone else?

- none of the know your material , practice it helps! - it doesn't help

any ways to help me calm down!

PLEASE!! (:

THANKS ! (:

kk well i just like started this account && i dont know how to give points but if you tell me the best answer and how to give points ill give 10! )

Answer 1

I believe that if you think of your presentation in a different way you will find it may get easier for you.  One way you might try is to think of yourself as a salesman and if you get your audience hooked than you will win the big prize.  Make a game out of it in your head.  Think that you are finally getting the attention that you deserve and your word will be heard.  What you say is important!  You are the star that will shine!  Confidence is what you need to instill in yourself.  When you must speak, be sure to look your best.  Believe in yourself and it will be well received.  Giving a presentation is an acting job and consider yourself as playing a leading role.  You can do it and even if you make an error you can wing it.  Attitude and your mind will be your best friend. Another tip, record yourself on video or audio and listen to it and do it over again until it sounds right.