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The Trick to Powerful Public Speaking - Using the Coffee Shop Test

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Watch a 15-minute TED talk where communication expert Lawrence Bernstein reveals a simple yet effective approach to mastering public speaking anxiety. Learn about the innovative "coffee shop test" technique that transforms intimidating presentations into natural conversations, helping speakers build authentic connections with their audience. Recorded at TEDxRoyal Holloway in January 2024, discover how treating public speaking as casually as a coffee shop chat can help overcome nervousness and deliver more impactful, resonant messages.

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The Trick to Powerful Public Speaking | Lawrence Bernstein | TED

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