Want to create a YouTube channel or vlog? 9 steps to get over video 'stage fright'
Vlogging can be an exciting pastime or even a career. Some people vlog because they are passionate about a particular subject or want to become famous. A select few have built lucrative careers and even become millionaires.
Whatever your vlogging goals are, learning how to overcome stage fright is the first step you need to take if you want to succeed, especially if you have to vlog in public.
Here are nine simple methods to help you overcome vlogging stage fright. Master these, and you’ll notice a huge difference when recording.
1. Prepare
Being prepared for your vlog is one way to avoid being uncomfortable or having stage fright. Layout your script in a logical manner and make some notes for yourself.
Knowing what you want to say and being ready to discuss topics you’ve already reviewed will help give you confidence during your presentation. So make sure you fully understand your issue.
If you can’t clearly explain your point to others without notes, then you need to take more time to familiarize yourself with the content.
2. Learn from other vloggers
Ever hear the saying, “Monkey see, monkey do?” Watch other vloggers’ videos. Choose vlogs that cover the topics you want to talk about or similar ones.
Pay attention to what they say and how they say it. How does the video flow from shot to shot? What do they do well and where can they improve? Try to mimic what you like and avoid what you don’t.
Understanding what you like and don’t like can help you avoid making those same mistakes when recording.
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