when giving a speech, here are five ways you can radiate confidence and strength of character even before you open your mouth:
keep your spine straight and rotate your shoulders back.
keep your head erect
keep your hands at your sides with your fingers open or slightly curled
keep both feet flat on the floor and slightly apart
if you are using a lectern, be careful not to bend over it or lean on it instead, stand naturally erect and gently rest your hands on the sides of the lectern