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Questions parents ask our coaches

The questions we hear most from families about nerves, presentations, practice at home, debate and coaching, answered by TalkMaze founder Ghalia Aamer and our coaches. The short answer comes first.

Nerves and confidence

My child cries before every presentation. Should I let them skip it?

Answered by Ghalia Aamer

Should my child see a therapist or a public speaking coach for presentation anxiety?

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My child nails the speech at home and falls apart on the day. Why?

Answered by Ghalia Aamer

Practice and feedback at home

How do I give my child feedback on a speech without crushing them?

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My child refuses to practice between coaching sessions. Does it matter?

Answered by Ghalia Aamer

Getting started with coaching

Is public speaking coaching worth it if my child is already confident?

Answered by Ghalia Aamer

How often should my child have public speaking sessions?

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My child has a big speech in two weeks. Is that enough time for coaching to help?

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What if my child won't talk to the coach in the first session?

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Should I sit in on my child's online coaching sessions?

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How can I tell if public speaking coaching is actually working?

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My teenager says public speaking coaching is embarrassing. How do I get them to try it?

Answered by Ghalia Aamer

Debate

Will debate make my child more argumentative at home?

Answered by Ghalia Aamer

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