Public speaking.

The mike can be your way of spreading magic.

I believe the weakest quality of a person is lack of confidence. For people who are shy, building up confidence in themselves especially for situations like public speaking is necessary. In situations like these people who lack confidence become nervous, depressed and confused.

On my journey as a student, taking part in different competitions has taught me a lot. 'A new broom sweeps clean, but an old broom knows the corners.' In this field, I have yet to pass qualifications as the old, experienced broom. However, here are some tips that I hope, will help you.

1. Never be bothered. If someone laughs at you, consider it better because you never know whether your speech is interesting or humorous.

2. Be positive. Even if your speech isn't up to the level, your way of speaking alone, can bring an appreciable change.

3. Avoid nervousness. Make yourself thoroughly prepared before hand.

4. Just go and do it! You don't have to worry about what other people think when you speak. Learn to avoid over thinking.

5. Don't ever look down while speaking. I personally consider this as the first and foremost tip. Looking down straight into your speech shows lack of confidence and lack of 'will-power'. If you're taking part in a debate competition, will-power is what judges look for.

6. Don't hesitate. You have to deeply know about the topic you are talking about. Understand. In case you forget, speak what flows into your mind.

7. Express yourself. This is how you can fight nervousness away. It is the heart that decides on an act and the tongue voices it.

Public speaking is where you learn 'how we succeed' is as important as whether we succeed or not. If you want to change your personality, thinking and your future give it a go. The mike awaits you.