Public speaking is often rated as a top fear by most folks. Nearly all of us will be called upon to give a presentation at work or deliver a toast at a celebration, so it's helpful to have some tips to help ease the anxiety of speaking.

This is the first in a new series I'll be doing on public speaking/presentation tips I've learned from great speakers over the years. This short video will talk about three areas of practice that will substantially improve your conversational delivery skills. Great presentations aren't "speeches," they're conversations with the audience. You're already good at conversation when you're speaking with friends and family, and you can harness those same skills when you present with just a little practice in your home and car!