It's Not Your English; It's Your Inner Fear

Back when I was preparing for IELTS, I used to feel stuck when it came to speaking. I knew the words and I knew how to phrase the sentences, but something inside me was holding me back. I feel that many students are suffering from the same issue, so let me tell you this:

1- Don't be afraid of how people view you when you are speaking. As long as you are confident in yourself and your abilities, it doesn't matter what others believe about you.

2- The examiner is just doing his/her job, so they do not really care about your opinions; they are just testing your English.

Always bare that in mind, and do not forget that you are speaking your mind in a different language. That in itself is a huge achievement.