We live in a world where ideas are a major currency, and being able to communicate them effectively is of vital importance. For many people, there's no avoiding public speaking. Whether you are a salesperson, manager, marketer, or even the head of your company’s IT department, you'll probably need to figure out how to speak in front of groups of people in different situations, including presentations at work, speaking at exhibitions or events, communicating with teams or board meetings, or pitching a new business idea. From trying to figure out what equipment you need for your presentation, to ironing out the elements of an eloquent speech, public speaking can feel overwhelming, especially for first-timers. No one starts out as a master orator like Lincoln or Gary Vaynerchuk; but that doesn’t mean you have to flop around on the stage like a fish out of water either—there are plenty of tips that can help you become a better speaker. In this article, we are going to outline our top tips for new speakers.