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What do you do if you start to panic during high-pressure presentations?

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Experiencing panic during a high-pressure presentation can be daunting. Your palms sweat, your heart races, and your mind may go blank. It's a situation many face, yet it's rarely discussed openly. The ability to deliver a compelling presentation is a vital skill in many professions. But what happens when panic sets in? Instead of succumbing to the pressure, there are strategies you can employ to regain control and deliver your presentation with confidence. This article will guide you through practical steps to manage panic and maintain poise during these critical moments.

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Harsh Kaur

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1 Stay Grounded

When panic strikes, it's crucial to ground yourself quickly. Focus on your physical sensations, like the feeling of your feet on the floor or the weight of your body in the chair. Deep breathing can also be a powerful tool. Inhale slowly through your nose, hold for a few seconds, and exhale through your mouth. This technique can help reduce the physiological symptoms of panic, such as rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath, by activating your body's natural relaxation response.

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Patricia das Chagas Silva Paraguassu

Recursos Humanos | Especialista em Gest?o de Pessoas | Human Resources
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Uma coisa que sempre funciona é daruma pausa, respirar por dois minutos, tomar uma água e retomar a apresenta??o. Durante a pausa de uma olhada em seu roteiro e lembre-se do qu?o preparado você está para essa atividade. Encontre um ponto focal na sala e concentre-se nele quando se sentir seguro.

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2 Pause Gracefully

If you feel overwhelmed, it's okay to take a brief pause. You might take a sip of water or glance at your notes. This moment can give you time to collect your thoughts and calm your nerves. The audience will often interpret this as a thoughtful silence, not realizing your internal struggle. Remember, you control the room's tempo, and a short break can help you regain composure without disrupting the flow of your presentation.

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Patricia das Chagas Silva Paraguassu

Recursos Humanos | Especialista em Gest?o de Pessoas | Human Resources
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Se você está neste lugar de apresenta??o, acredite! você é capaz! respire fundo, tome uma água e siga em frente! Certa vez me vi em uma posi??o semelhante e realmente parece que esquecemos todo o conteúdo, mas basta dar uma rápida olhada em seu roteiro para relembrar o qu?o você se preparou para esse momento.

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3 Refocus Thoughts

Your thoughts have a significant impact on your emotions and behavior. If panic sets in, your mind might be filled with negative self-talk. Consciously shift your focus to more positive or neutral thoughts. Remind yourself of your preparation and the key points you want to convey. Refocusing your thoughts can help you move away from panic and back toward the message you're there to deliver.

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Patricia das Chagas Silva Paraguassu

Recursos Humanos | Especialista em Gest?o de Pessoas | Human Resources
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Sempre gosto de manter meus pensamentos focados nas coisas boas. Lembre-se dos seus momentos de prepara??o e pesquisa. Repasse suas anota??es, encontre alguém que tenha afinidade na platéia e olhe para essa pessoa sempre que ae sentir inseguro, com certeza isso vai te ajudar a se reorientar.

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4 Simplify Your Message

In moments of panic, complexity can be an enemy. Simplify your message to make it easier for you to communicate and for your audience to understand. Stick to the core points you want to make. This not only helps you stay on track but also reduces the cognitive load, allowing you to concentrate on calming your nerves and engaging with your audience.

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5 Engage the Audience

Engaging with your audience can shift the focus away from your panic. Ask a question or invite participation. This interaction can create a more conversational atmosphere, which may feel less formal and intimidating. As you see the audience respond, it can boost your confidence and help you regain control of the presentation.

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Harsh Kaur

Cybersecurity Sales Leader| Linkedin Top Voice| Winner- Women Influencer in Cloud Security CSA 2023| Winner- HerRising Women Professional Award 2022| Top 10- 2023 Security leader of the year, WIT Asia Edition
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There are occasions when you may panic or feel loss of words during presentations and audience engagements can be effective way to bridge the gap If we keep 2-3 open ended questions planned prior that may be relevant at multiple instances of presentation, same can work as a trump card and save the grace

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6 Visualize Success

Visualization is a technique used by athletes and performers to enhance their performance under pressure. Before and during your presentation, visualize yourself speaking confidently and your audience reacting positively. This mental rehearsal can help build confidence and reduce feelings of panic by preparing your mind for success.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Michael Cinquino

CEO of SoHo Creative Studio | Business Comms Professor at UNH Paul College | Master’s Degree Candidate in Applied Psychology at Northwestern University
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I've struggled with panice and severe anxiety my whole life and career and, ironically, I now teach presentation skills as a result. Here's what I've learned: First off your 'felt' level of panic or anxiety and the the audience's 'perception' of how you're feeling are, more often than not, completely different. In my workshops I'll ask the participant privately on a scale of 1-10 then the audience. I have yet to have an audience give the same or higher score for the speakers own level of panic. In short, they don't know. Second, let go of the idea that it's not ok to panic. You can feel whatever you're feeling. As long as you move forward as best you can, the audience just won't care. And eventually you'll settle in.

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JULIE A ARCA

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It sometimes help to pick out somebody to "talk to" for a few moments -- it becomes a conversation, not a speech. Then shift to someone else and talk to them for awhile. That's good practice anyway for speakers, as it reminds you that you are talking to individuals, not some amorphous crowd, and your presentation becomes more comfortable and natural for both you and the audience.

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1 Stay Grounded

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4 Simplify Your Message

5 Engage the Audience

6 Visualize Success

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1 Stay Grounded

2 Pause Gracefully

3 Refocus Thoughts

4 Simplify Your Message

5 Engage the Audience

6 Visualize Success

7 Here’s what else to consider

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