Public speaking is like doing push ups...you only get better by doing it. So practicing public speaking as much as you can is the best way to get better. Not only will it make you better at it, but it will also make you more comfortable while doing (at least a little bit).
Unfortunately, when people think of "public speaking" they often think it's about getting up on stage, or standing and giving a toast. With this idea in mind, it can be hard to find opportunities to practice, but can also make it seem way more intimidating! So I always try to remind people that "public speaking" doesn't have to be such a huge endeavor. A great way to practice frequently is to do small training sessions or demos of things for your work team. A little 5-10 minute walkthrough of the latest thing you made, or the way you do something is a great way to practice! (Plus it helps your team and company in the process!)
A Jamaican transplant living in Atlanta, Ga. A FlatIron School graduate, currently working @ Hygiena as jnr software dev, working through the freeCodeCamp curriculum & local freeCodecamp organizer.
A Jamaican transplant living in Atlanta, Ga. A FlatIron School graduate, currently working @ Hygiena as jnr software dev, working through the freeCodeCamp curriculum & local freeCodecamp organizer.
One of the most salient features of our Tech Hiring culture is that there is so much bullshit. Everyone knows this. Each of us contributes his share. But we tend to take the situation for granted.
Introducing topics as a list and then following up on it is a good approach to conveying info.
Basically "There are three key concepts, and here they are" instead of just jumping in without that bit of early context.
It helps people know they are in the early, middle or end of this part of the presentation so they can more easily follow along.
I love that! It's super helpful to have a "roadmap" at the beginning.
Yeah, and not just the beginning of the whole presentation, but any part can have a micro roadmap to keep people engaged.
Practice practice practice!
Public speaking is like doing push ups...you only get better by doing it. So practicing public speaking as much as you can is the best way to get better. Not only will it make you better at it, but it will also make you more comfortable while doing (at least a little bit).
Unfortunately, when people think of "public speaking" they often think it's about getting up on stage, or standing and giving a toast. With this idea in mind, it can be hard to find opportunities to practice, but can also make it seem way more intimidating! So I always try to remind people that "public speaking" doesn't have to be such a huge endeavor. A great way to practice frequently is to do small training sessions or demos of things for your work team. A little 5-10 minute walkthrough of the latest thing you made, or the way you do something is a great way to practice! (Plus it helps your team and company in the process!)
Take time to be prepared. If necessary, do it scared.
Will I ever not be scared???
Nope, but you gonna do it anyway.
The only real requirement to speak publicly is to have something meaningful to say
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