Listen "14. Three Challenges for Technical People When Answering Technical Questions"
Episode Synopsis
"Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before you let it fall." - Oliver Wendell Holmes, American jurist who served as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme CourtDo you have challenges answering technical questions from the audience during your presentations? You are not alone. Fortunately, there is a myriad of information on how to overcome the challenges presented by audience questions.In this week's episode, we explore three of these challenges and how you can overcome them______________________________________________ReferencesCarnegie, D. (1936). How to Win Friends and Influence People. The book emphasizes the importance of listening and clarifying for effective communication.Gallo, C. (2014). Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds. The book highlights the importance of storytelling and analogies in making technical content accessible.Covey, S. R. (1989). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. The habit of "seeking first to understand" aligns with acknowledging limitations and committing to clear follow-ups.
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