6_AvendanoJ

Dear Professor Kim,

While taking this class I have not only noticed my weaknesses that I encounter when I present in front of an audience, but I have also started to realize what I need to do in order to correct those weaknesses. The weaknesses I am referring to consist of me being nervous, losing my train of thought, my mouth drying out, eye contact, and the use of fillers such as “um,” and “like.” I don’t feel as if I am a horrible presenter, but I do feel that I need improvement in these areas.

I believe that if I am prepared for my presentations, I will be able to overcome a lot of my weaknesses. I think that if I practice my presentation enough times then I will feel prepared and not lose my train of thought or use fillers. Another way that I can overcome my weaknesses is by practicing in front of a mirror and my friends. I believe that this will help me because I can see what I am doing wrong personally and get feedback from people that I trust.

Some of my biggest weaknesses I have are me getting nervous, my mouth drying out, and maintaining eye contact with the audience. I believe I can overcome these weaknesses by not only being prepared, but also by just having fun with the presentation. I believe if I just have fun with the presentation then I will be able to overcome these weaknesses and make my presentation more entertaining.

I plan on truly trying to correct my weaknesses because it will not only help me in this class, but it will also help me in any class that I have to present in and more importantly help me in any job that I will have.

Sincerely,

Joshua Avendano