Management of confidence and anxieties

1. Management of Confidence
and Anxieties
Ferdinand C. Importado CPA, MBA

2. SELF CONCEPT
Perception of one-self physically,
mentally and socially.
Physical appearance, life
experiences, talents, roles,
emotions, apprehensions, and
expectations.
Body image: ectomorph,
mesomorph, and endomorph.

3. Self-conscious
Private
Introvert
Inhibited
Artistic
Intense
Emotionally
restrained
Thoughtful
Adventurous
Courageous
Indifferent to others
Assertive / bold
Zest for physical
activity
Competitive
Desire for power /
dominance
Love for risk /
chance
Sociable
Fun-loving
Food-lover
Tolerant
Even-tempered
Good-humored
Relaxed
Love for comfort
Need for affection

4. Communication Anxiety
Unpleasant feelings caused
by an adrenaline rush that a
communicator may
experience before and during
a presentation.

5. Causes of communication anxieties
Unfamiliar situations and
people.
Relevance of occasion.
Being a perfectionist.
Negative perception on
audience.
Negative expectations.

6. Symptoms of communication anxieties
Sweaty palms
Nausea
Tingling and numbness
Changes in heart rate
Uneasiness
Shortness of breath
Chest pains
Trembling and shaking
Mind going blank
Not making sense

7. Tips in handling nervousness
Take a few walk before you
speak.
Shake your body.
Do facial exercise.
Use presentation aids.
Use a stress ball to release a
tension.
Yawn discreetly.
Do deep breathing exercise.
Visualize yourself having an
excellent speech.
Be genuinely enthusiastic.
Think of the speech and not
the fears.
Think that the audience
wants you to succeed and
not fail.

8. Tips in boosting confidence
Focus on what you have achieved.
Focus more on your strengths but be aware of
your weaknesses.
Think of your aspirations and goals.
Do not fear failure.
Do not stress yourself with perfection.

9. Tips in boosting confidence
Avoid people who will make you fee negative.
Maintain good posture.
Practice good eye contact.
Acquire speaking experience.