How to Communicate More Confidently

Speak with Power: Master the Art of Confident Communication

We have many opportunities to demonstrate our confidence or otherwise, but the most obvious example is when talking to an individual or a group.

Those who have low self-esteem or confidence are likely to mutter, to stutter and avoid eye contact. Those who are highly confident and sure of themselves will speak loudly and proudly.

So, with that in mind, how do you communicate as confidently as possible and help ensure your message comes across well while making you look sure of yourself and what you’re saying?

Speak Slowly

The first tip is to talk more slowly. When we are nervous, we often speak more quickly without even realizing it. This results from neurotransmitters being released, which slow our perception of time and encourage rushing.

Simply slowing down will greatly increase your sense of calm and authority. Not only that, but giving people longer to hang on to what you’re saying will let your words have more impact and drama. This also suggests trust in what you’re saying — it shows you aren’t worried people will stop listening — whereas rushing makes us seem worried people will move on!

Watch any big celebrity talk on TV and you’ll notice they tell lots of stories, always build suspense and use rhetorical questions. They’ll use repetition and leave big gaps. This takes huge confidence, but if you can pull it off, an audience will be eating from your hands!

Make Eye Contact

Maintaining eye contact is one of the most important things you can do to demonstrate confidence as you speak. This is true if you’re speaking with just one person, and it shows that you aren’t afraid to meet their gaze and to speak to them as equals. It’s also true if you’re speaking to a crowd; however, in which case, you need to look at everyone and ensure they are all following and included.

Be Congruent

Finally, remember that communication is only somewhat verbal. More of what we mean is conveyed through body language, which is why it’s so important that your body language reflects what you’re saying. Be passionate and let your arms do the talking along with your words. You’ll appear more honest, more confident, and far more engaging!

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