Are you guilty of peppering your presentations with filler words? Words like “um,” “you know,” “so,” and “like”? If so, it’s time to address this habit. Using excessive filler words can undermine your message and distract your audience. I’ve experienced firsthand how these words can alienate listeners. Take, for instance, the story of my mother, who tuned out of a…
Let’s delve into the art of structuring a presentation effectively. One of my top strategies? Start at the end and work your way backwards. Begin by defining your call to action—what do you want your audience to do after your presentation? This serves as your guiding star. Once you’ve identified your objective, reverse engineer your presentation to lead seamlessly towards…
Confidence is a vital ingredient in delivering a successful presentation. Here are 3 essential tips to help you boost your confidence when speaking. 1. Speak about topics you genuinely believe in and have knowledge about It’s challenging to persuade others about something you don’t truly endorse. Reflecting on my own experience, I remember struggling during debates in high school when…
Recently, I came across an article discussing when one should speak up in a meeting and when it’s best to stay silent. While the insights were valuable, I wanted to share two crucial points not covered in the article that I believe are equally important. 1. Speak Up When You Have Something to Say Speaking up should be purposeful. It’s…
Recently, I was either listening to a podcast or scrolling through a LinkedIn post—memory’s a bit hazy, but the message stuck. When it comes to technical conferences, the struggle is real. You put your heart into those slides, citing crucial sources, only to realize that your audience might not retain all that valuable information. So, here’s an ingenious idea: QR…
Do you sometimes feel the pressure to know everything before saying anything? It’s a common struggle for us in the tech world, but let’s break free from that mindset. As tech experts, we often hold ourselves to an unrealistic standard of being all-knowing. The truth is, we’ll never know everything, and that’s okay. It’s essential to recognize that the expectation…
