SPEECH: Susan Cain on Speaking Engagements
Learn how Susan Cain handles speaking engagements at Leading@Google
Susan Cain is an introvert. Learn from how she handles speaking engagements.
CONVERSATION: Jada Pinkett Smith & Family
Watch the confidence that Jada Pinkett Smith, her mom, & Willow Smith display in conversation on the Red Table Talks. If you can’t view it, go here: Click here
CONVERSATION: Rachel Sterne on Ground Report’s Future
This is really an interview but it flows like a regular conversation. This is a great example of a great back and forth. What did you think or learn from this? Post comments below.
SPEECH: Majora Carter – Greening the Ghetto
Pay attention to her organized thoughts. Think about how she mapped out her thoughts. Take the time to think about how you can do the same with a topic you are passionate about. What did you learn from Majora Carter’s speech? Share your thoughts. Create your elevator speech about yourself and your passions.
TRAINING: Toastmasters International
Most Toastmasters meetings are comprised of approximately 20 people who meet weekly for an hour or two. Participants practice and learn skills by filling a meeting role, ranging from giving a prepared speech or an impromptu one to serving as timer, evaluator or grammarian.
There is no instructor; instead, each speech and meeting is critiqued by a member in a positive manner, focusing on what was done right and what could be improved. (information found at toastmasters.org)
INTRO: Communication Blog
If you yearn to surround yourself with thought provoking and intelligent dialogue but lack this in your real life, this is the blog for you. You will find the best in conversation right here and maybe you will start to exude and attract this more in your everyday life. If you find that you have trouble explaining your thoughts, analyzing your experiences, communicating your perspectives and expressing yourself in a meaningful manner, the information you find here will help you improve. Upgrade your mind, your conversations, your life. We will post examples of excellent conversations along with tips, recommendations, and more.
Find that “thing” within you that keeps you reaching higher
I have a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in communications. I went through a lot of hurdles to obtain my degree and it is one of my greatest accomplishments. My first stint at college was unsuccessful as a result of my social anxiety. I had the smarts but I found it extremely frightening to ATTEND class, and when I did attend I was not able to participate and could barely breathe. I managed to barely make it through the first year, then in the following year, things increasingly became unbearable. Continue reading