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I have been in many presentations when it was obvious the presenter was speaking in a non-native language and it was difficult to follow the presentation. One instance that comes to mind is when I was in the audience listening to a Japanese PhD student. His accent was very strong, he struggled to find the right words at times, and…
“Am I Making it Easy for the Audience to Understand My Presentation?” When preparing and practicing your technical presentation, consistently ask yourself this vital question. It serves as the key to success when it comes to mastering technical presentations, especially in front of non-technical audiences. Here are some considerations to keep in mind: When presenting technical information to non-technical audiences,…
In the world of technical presentations, one common challenge is conveying complex information to non-technical audiences. It requires skillful communication to ensure that the message is understood and appreciated by a broader audience. Let’s explore a couple of tips for making complex subjects more palatable and engaging to non-technical individuals. Using Simple Language A crucial aspect of effectively communicating complex…
Are you a technical professional looking to enhance your presentation skills for non-technical audiences? Let’s explore some valuable do’s and don’ts for presenting at technical conferences. Practice and Respect Time Limits One of the first crucial aspects of a successful technical conference presentation is practicing your delivery and respecting the allocated time. Before stepping on stage, ensure that you have…
The Q&A session after technical presentations can be stressful. How can they be less stressful? Here are three key strategies to handle questions from the audience. Anticipating Questions One of the fundamental aspects of preparing for a technical presentation is anticipating potential questions from the audience. Preparation should extend beyond the content of your presentation and encompass the Q&A session…
I developed my online course “Teach the Geek to Speak” to help technical professionals improve their public speaking skills. I created it and thought that people would flock to buy it. That didn’t happen. If I had to do it all over again, here are three things I would have done differently. Building and marketing an online course requires careful…
