What are some tricks and tips to handle nerves when presenting? It's something I still struggle with from time to time, I'd like to have some tools in my belt to get by.

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First of all, make sure you know the material. Practice what you're going to say, and be sure you know every syllable. Knowing it will give you confidence, which may help you to stay calm. But on the physical side, work on some techniques to fend off a case of nerves. Deep breathing exercises can help, and they're convenient, your breath is always with you.

Aside from practice, take a deep breath before presenting. In through your mouth and exhale through your nose. Stand feet shoulder-width apart so you don’t sway. Leading up to the presentation, if your anxiety is getting bad, then try the 5-4-3-2-1 technique. I don’t have a good link on hand, but you can find it with Google pretty easily.

I seriously struggle with this so much and for some reason it has gotten worse during my MBA. I think because for the first time in my life I feel like I'm not up to the challenge of succeeding in this program. I watch other people who have amazing accomplishments already and I am comparing myself hard to everyone else. So naturally my presentation skills have gone down. Would love to hear some tips too!

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