QUESTION 1:

I could keep my answer to this question very short.

No. No it’s not possible to fully get rid of your nerves. But you may be surprised to hear that I’m not actually sure you want to.

Here’s the deal:

The key is to learn how to handle your nerves, not be strangled by them.

Seven ways to manage your nerves

One of my delegates said to me recently: ‘I’m OK speaking to people if I have a pint in my hand.’ Well that might calm his nerves, but here are seven insights and tips that will help you manage your nerves … particularly when drinking a pint is not an option.

1.Remember nerves are normal

This is especially the case if you don’t ...

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