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| You can manage a fear of public speaking by thoroughly rehearsing your presentation. But what about the part of the talk that is less in your control: the question-and-answer period? Don\u2019t worry, there are several things you can do to prepare. First, change your mindset, and develop an appreciation for the conversation. Follow-up questions mean that people want to engage with what you have to say. Think about the types of things that audience members might ask. Put yourself in their shoes: How will your message impact their job? Practice responding with appreciation, such as \u201cThank you for raising that.\u201d If you\u2019re asked a contentious question, start your answer by focusing on where you and the audience member agree. This makes the person feel seen and connected to you. If you\u2019re asked a question out of left field, respond with curiosity. Ask follow-up questions that help you understand what they\u2019re getting at and where they\u2019re coming from. If you\u2019re still scratching your head, you can go back to expressing appreciation. A response like \u201cI\u2019m not sure about that, but thank you. I\u2019ll look into it and get back to you,\u201d will always work.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| This tip is adapted from <\/strong>\u201cHow to Nail the Q&A After Your Presentation<\/a>,\u201d<\/strong> by Caroline Webb<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n <\/p>\n |