As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses are communicating virtually now more than ever. Whether it be phone calls or video conferencing like Zoom or Teams, communicating with colleagues has become heavily reliant on technology. These new ways of business communication can add an extra hurdle to business professionals for whom English is not their first language. If this is you, read on, because I have some effective tips for you.

As a business executive for whom English is not your first language, giving a business speech in English is a daunting task.

While public speaking is a common anxiety for many of us, this anxiety can be exacerbated when English is not your first language. Here are four proactive strategies you can implement to help overcome your public speaking nerves and make a more professional and eloquent impression at work.