How Does Public Speaking Build Personality?

Schools and colleges offer speech classes to improve public speaking skills.

Many people dread the thought of public speaking. Fears of rejection and embarrassment can cause a person to avoid microphones for his entire life. Those who decide to face their fears may find that public speaking is one way to develop a stronger personality.

Confidence Building

Whether you are eloquent or not, simply stepping up to the microphone takes courage. Overtime, most public speakers grow comfortable in addressing crowds.

Asserting Values

Public speaking allows you to assert your values to broad audience. For example, many motivational speakers have become well known due to their messages.

Responding to Criticism

Interacting with your audience can improve your social skills. Responding to sudden questions and criticism can teach you how to keep a clear head in the face of adversity and uncertainty.

Body Language

Public speaking will also teach you how to draw out your body language, which plays a role in how people view you and how confident you feel. This includes learning how to control the pitch of your voice and how fast you talk.

References

• BusinessTraining Direct: Public Speaking Courses and Personality Development
• Search University: Personality and Public Speaking Skills