Practise beforehand

One of the best ways to appear more confident than you actually are is to prep. Practise beforehand in front of a mirror or maybe recording yourself on your phone, rehearsing what you want to say so you feel confident and prepared. You'll also get a sense of how you look and sound on camera, which can help you adjust your body language and tone if you need to. 

Dress for success

We all feel better when we’re wearing our favourite things don’t we! So, choose something you’re comfortable in and makes you feel good. Ideally not stripes though, they look awful on camera! Solid, bold colours tend to look best.

Pay attention to body language

Your body language can say a lot about how confident you are on camera. Try sitting or standing up straighter, keep your shoulders relaxed, and avoid fidgeting. Also a good tip for avoiding noises! Maintain eye contact with the camera or director and use hand gestures to emphasise your points if it feels natural.

Speak slowly and clearly

Speaking too quickly can make you stumble and look pretty nervous on camera. So take deep breaths before you start speaking to help calm your nerves and avoid pauses or filler words like "um" or "ah." 

Use positive self-talk

Finally, remember to use positive self-talk to boost your confidence. Take a moment to tell yourself you’re capable, confident, and prepared! Visualise yourself delivering your message with ease and clarity. It’ll really help

Being confident on camera is a skill that takes practice and effort, but it's something that anyone can learn. Once you feel you’ve got the hang of it, you'll be a star darling!

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