How do you become more sure of yourself?

* Be well versed in the subject matter you are presenting. * Know who your audience is. * Stay relaxed but focused. * Keep the presentation content based. * Speak as if you were conversing with one person in relaxed plain language. * Use appropriate non-verbal communication, such as, facial expressions, and movements, and other types of body language. * Tell the audience what you are going to tell them, and then tell them. At the end tell them what you have told them. * Visual aids can be a plus. Just don't put your audience to sleep. * Never read from a script. It's a good way to get lost. * If you are new at this, never look directly at the audience, but slightly over their heads. * Make sure your appearance is appropriate. First impressions are critical. * When you speak, do not shout, or whisper. Know the acoustics of the room. The above are just some ideas. I did not place them in any particular order. Others can add to the list, but the bottom line is this. Relax, and have fun with it!!