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MSA FORWARD 2025
May 5-9, 2025
Educational Session Recording

Public Speaking for Scaredy Cats

Presenter: Julie Steiner

Session Description: 
Does your heart pound at the very thought of standing in front of an audience? Learn to advocate for your work by overcoming the common fear of public speaking, with tried and true tips and tricks for introverts. Public speaking skills help us present our work, run effective meetings, advocate for our teams, even interview better: public speaking skills can alter the entire trajectory of our career growth. This session will share practical methods to understand, address and overcome the most common insecurities and pitfalls that leave us tongue-tied and nervous. It will give attendees concrete, actionable steps to better presentation skills and finding your best personal voice.

Knowledge Standards Addressed: 
Marketing & Communications
Visitor Relations
Human Resources