How to speak fluently: A comprehensive guide from equipment to techniques

Today, I want to share with you some tips on how to speak fluently, from equipment to techniques.

Have you ever felt like you're struggling to express yourself clearly when you're on camera or live streaming? It's not just you! Many people face this challenge, but with the right tools and techniques, you can improve your speaking skills and become more confident.

First, let's talk about equipment: the magic of a teleprompter

The first secret weapon we'll discuss is the teleprompter. It's a lifesaver for presenters and speakers. Think about how TV hosts manage to deliver long speeches without missing a beat. They often rely on teleprompters to help them stay on track.

The principle behind a teleprompter is quite simple. It uses a special glass that reflects the text on the screen onto your eyes, so you can read the script while still appearing to be looking at the camera. This allows for natural eye contact and makes your presentation more engaging.

If you're using your phone or iPad as a teleprompter, make sure to set your script to display in reverse, otherwise the text will appear backwards, which can be confusing. This allows for natural eye contact and makes your presentation more engaging.

To make your presentation more natural, avoid looking away from the camera. You can adjust the line spacing and line width in the teleprompter app to control how much text is displayed at once. This helps keep your eyes focused on the camera and makes your presentation more engaging.

Content preparation: controlling your speech rate and avoiding "brain fog"

Next, let's talk about content preparation. First, let's discuss speech rate. News anchors typically speak at around 250 words per minute, but for content creators, we can speak a bit faster, around 300 to 350 words per minute. This allows for enough information to be conveyed without being too fast to understand. Most bloggers speak at around 280 to 320 words per minute. You can record yourself and experiment with different speeds to find a comfortable pace.

Another common issue is "brain fog," which occurs when you suddenly lose track of what you're saying. This can be caused by oxygen deficiency or over-focus on pronunciation. In this case, you can drink some warm water or a slightly acidic beverage to

Post-production: making your video smoother

Finally, let's talk about post-production. When editing, pay attention to the audio waveform. The repeated parts are easy to spot, so pick the best take.

The ideal editing is to remove the inhale and exhale sounds between sentences, making the sentences flow naturally. If you need to switch scenes, prioritize removing the inhale sound because it's shorter and more noticeable, while the exhale sound is longer and harder to hear.

Another small trick to make your audio more fluid is to record about 10 seconds of ambient sound before filming - the background noise from your recording environment. During editing, gently insert this ambient sound between sentences or where pauses are needed. This way, the sound won't cut off abruptly and will sound more natural.

Final thoughts: Authenticity is always key

Remember, whether you're using a teleprompter, reading from a script, or speaking impromptu, the most important thing is to practice regularly, maintain a positive mindset, and accept your authentic self. Express yourself in your most genuine state. Audiences are perceptive - they can sense any forced or artificial expression. Therefore, sincerity is always the best approach!

I hope these tips help you make your verbal expression increasingly fluent!