Visitors explore the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan. (Jim Walsh/Courier-Post/USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
By Philip Martin, Arkansas Democrat Gazette
The Democrat-Gazette is the largest source for award-winning news and opinion in Arkansas.
While not claiming to be Rex Nelson, I engage in public speaking frequently. Addressing audiences does not intimidate me much. However, the pre-event situations create discomfort. The need to engage in small talk with new acquaintances can be awkward. Ensuring the microphone functions properly is another concern. Often, I question why I agreed to the particular topic for the speech.
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