Using Notes when presenting a speech

How do you use notes to help you with a speech?
Copious notes will distract from your intrinsic message.  Most people need some notes – oh for that invisible teleprompter, but alas this is usually not available!

Controlling Nerves when speaking in public

So you are nervous when you have to give a speech?  How can you deal with your nerves?

Let's assume that you know your subject; you have worked hard on your presentation and hopefully you know your audience.

Nevertheless, the moment you are called upon, it all comes unstuck.