Audience members are generally more attentive when a message is delivered with confidence, as it gives an impression that what is being delivered is worth receiving. Without confidence, speakers risk revealing nervousness, failing to establish a solid connection with their audience. Furthermore, the situation worsens when nervous energy is not channeled for a healthy release.

No matter how uneasy or apprehensive they feel, speakers display confidence when they practice skills that project confidence. The practice routine begins with a certain posture, signaling openness to the audience. The features of the posture serve to launch speakers into periodic and purposeful movement, while commanding floor and air space with body and voice.