TED speaks out

Inspired by Chris Anderson’s TED Guide…

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Monica: I highly recommend it.

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Joseph: But it’s an academic conference. A TED talk is short. It seeks to persuade. An academic presentation deals with theory and data, it cites other studies, goes into pros and cons.

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Monica: Chris says it’s a challenge to reduce complex ideas to something everyone will understand.

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Joseph: Admittedly, that’s a skill many academics could practice.

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Chris Anderson's Ted Talks is a great reminder of public speaking tips. Plot the throughline, use metaphor, tell stories. Link sections with connectors and design powerful slides. Rewrite, rethink, rehearse. In the performance, connect with the audience, be yourself, start and finish strong.

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