If you work in a technical role, chances are you like precision. Say what you mean, and mean what you say. But what if you’re in a situation where you’re not sure what to say at all? Speaking off the cuff is such a situation. Your boss asks you in the hallway how a project is going. You’re asked a…
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Picture this. You’re an engineer who is presenting at an upcoming technical conference. Presenting in front of people has never really been your strong suit, but you’re determined to do a good job in front of your peers. How do you prepare for the presentation? Start with the end in mind. Ever heard of a call to action (CTA)? It’s…
Umm… You know… Like… So… Filler words. They’re so common in our everyday language. Do they have a place in technical presentations, though? On one hand, some are distracted by them, so perhaps they should be minimized. On the other hand, it’s always best to be your authentic self when presenting, so if filler words are apart of that, perhaps…
