1. Use a template - learn to tell stories, improv when needed, and entertain - not imitate. 2. Give a long intro - make intros tight… just a few sentences - your speech should speak for itself. 3. Wear a costume - be you. Be authentic. But do not make your clothes more important than the talk. You need to shine above your style choice. 4. Start by introducing yourself - jump right into storytelling or a great opening. Your name is not interesting. 5. Over teach - people want to be entertained more than educated. 6. Show up cold - Make sure you either know the audience well or arrive early enough to see other speakers and get a feel for the room. 7. Treat AV team or support as support - treat them as your best friend that you deeply appreciate. You need them to help you shine! 8. Be dependent on tech - Use tech, have tech, all of it - but if it all fails be able to run without it. 9. Expect people to ask to work with you - always have a specific plan for people to take a next step. 10. Be low energy - On stage you need 5x more energy and on camera you need 10x - bring the juice! Bonus - Do NOT wait to be perfect or have it all together - go speak!!!

I failed to introduce myself today. Lynda Roth I've had a long career the majority in Los Angeles. I was raised in St. Louis moved to California in '75 and moved back to Stl in'16. I have been in information technology my entire career from rooky developer to CIO and now executive consultant.

Has anybody tried stand up comedy to break stage fright

I like to know how to get started doing speaking engagements. I like talking about things that I feel is valuable to others.

Awesome to be part of like minded individuals that can weave a common thread through beliefs and principles.