Microstep 3 of 8

Pacing yourself

Most beginners talk too fast. A slower pace with intentional pauses sounds confident, lets listeners absorb the point, and makes you sound like you know what you're saying.

Nerves push you to rush. You feel the silence as awkward; the listener feels it as space to think. Slow down by about 10% from your everyday speaking speed and add a beat before key sentences.