What advice would you give to a friend or classmate who has communication apprehension? Provide any personal ways that you deal with nerves, and explain whether they were discussed in the text.
What will be an ideal response?
First, I would advise that my friend determine exactly what makes them nervous
about speaking. Advice on dealing with communication apprehension can include using
eye contact as a means of gaining feedback from the audience. Individuals who are
nervous about presenting should practice the presentation, especially in front of a
friend. The presenter should avoid telling the audience that he or she is nervous.
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