Illustration by Justin Tran Everyone has a story to tell. But not everyone knows how to tell it. Some of us get so tongue tied by stage fright, we can’t get our best ideas out of our head and into the world. But public speaking doesn’t have to be a nerve-racking chore. In fact, it can be fun when you know how to get out of your own way and get into a creative flow. Today, we’ll show you 15 tips for chipping away at anxiety so you can bring your brilliant work to the people who need to hear it. Establish your story If the fear of public speaking has you seriously considering the advice of 1970s sitcom dads , don’t freak out. We’re gonna get through this. Don’t worry about wowing the crowd with charm and charisma. Instead, start by asking, “What message do I want them to remember?” Let that be the foundation of your presentation. Then, create content that flows from that foundation by following these five steps: 1. Set a clear goal : Why are you giving this presentat...