Looking after your speaking voice
Teachers, salespeople and customer service staff use their voices all day long, and the voice can get tired or hoarse. This guide explains how to use your voice economically and when to seek help for voice problems.
You will need
- 5–10 minutes a day for exercises
- A water bottle
- A mirror or your phone’s camera
- A microphone for large spaces, if needed
Steps
Check your posture
Stand or sit with your feet firmly on the floor, your neck relaxed and your chin not jutting forward. A tense neck also tightens the larynx.
Breathe from the diaphragm
Warm up your voice in the morning
Find your natural pitch
Avoid shouting
Drink and take breaks
Reduce the strain
Recognise the warning signs
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