How to Get Rid of Filler Words

This video tutorial provides strategies to reduce the use of filler words in speech. It emphasizes the importance of understanding why fillers are used and offers mindset and practical tips to eliminate them. Techniques like the period method and taking a breath are discussed to help speakers sound more confident and clear.

What is the primary reason for reducing filler words in communication?

• To maintain listener attention and clarity

• To distract listeners

• To sound more robotic

• To increase speaking speed

Why is it not necessary to eliminate 100% of filler words?

• Because everyone uses them constantly

• Because fillers are always distracting

• Because perfection is not the goal

• Because fillers are never useful

What is a common reason people use filler words?

• To increase their speaking speed

• To enhance their message

• To signal a problem

• To make pauses sound longer

How can getting comfortable with silence benefit your communication?

• It makes you sound less confident

• It distracts your listeners

• It increases your speaking speed

• It makes you sound more concise

Which of the following is NOT a common filler word or phrase?

• Umm

• Actually

• Technically

• Therefore

What is the first step in the period method for reducing fillers?

• Catching yourself using the filler

• Saying the filler word louder

• Inhaling deeply

• Ignoring the filler word

What should you do in phase three of the period method?

• Ignore the filler word

• Say the word 'pause' in your head

• Say the word 'pause' aloud

• Say the filler word aloud

What is the alternative method to the period method for reducing fillers?

• The speed method

• The repetition method

• The silence method

• The breath method

What is a key benefit of reducing filler words in communication?

• It increases your speaking speed

• It distracts your listeners

• It makes you sound more composed

• It makes you sound more robotic

What should you replace filler words with during practice?

• Louder speech

• A silent pause

• More filler words

• A faster pace