Socialization of "Be Brave to Speak,Be Brave to Create" as an Effort to Build Communication Skills and Self-Confidence of Vocational Students

Authors

  • Adnan Muhammad Husein Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Annisa Galuh Nur Fitriani Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Fadilah Ayu Novita Ramadhani Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Fajar Wais Al Choiri Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Naufal Rifqi Nugraha Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Rahmalia Septiana Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Yuliyanto Adi Firmansyah Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali
  • Wahyuning Chumaeson Program Studi Ilmu Komunikasi, Fakultas Komunikasi dan Teknik Informatika Universitas Boyolali

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36526/gandrung.v7i2.8687

Keywords:

Public Speaking, Self-Confidence, Communication Skills, Community Service, Vocational Students

Abstract

Effective oral communication skills, especially public speaking, are essential capabilities that vocational high school (SMK) graduates must have to succeed in the increasingly competitive job market. However, observations at SMK Pandanaran Boyolali revealed that many students were experiencing high levels of communication anxiety and low self-confidence, mainly due to psychological barriers. To address this, a community service program was initiated with the title 'Berani Bicara, Berani Berkarya', with the aim of building students' self-assurance and verbal communication skills. The activity utilized a qualitative-observational approach, involving 35 students from grades X and XI.The program consisted of three main phases: a presentation on the importance of public speaking, screening of creative documentary videos to inspire motivation, and a hands-on practice session for speaking. Observations after the activity showed a significant increase in students’ enthusiasm and confidence. The participatory approach and the creation of a supportive environment proved effective in reducing speech anxiety. Overall, the initiative successfully encouraged students to step out of their comfort zones and provided them with practical experience crucial for their personal growth and future career preparedness.

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Published

2026-07-28

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Muhammad Husein, A., Galuh Nur Fitriani, A., Ayu Novita Ramadhani, F., Wais Al Choiri, F., Rifqi Nugraha, N., Septiana, R., … Wahyuning Chumaeson. (2026). Socialization of "Be Brave to Speak,Be Brave to Create" as an Effort to Build Communication Skills and Self-Confidence of Vocational Students. GANDRUNG: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat, 7(2), 3300–3305. https://doi.org/10.36526/gandrung.v7i2.8687

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Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): GANDRUNG: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat

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