11 Tips for More Effective, Less Annoying Remote Meetings

OK, Zoomer. These are for you.

By Charity Ferreira

You’re sharing space with kids, pets, partners, housemates. You’re joining work meetings, maybe from your phone, wearing your pajama pants, and possibly contorted into whatever corner of your bedroom, kitchen or front porch has the best Wi-Fi connection. You’re using the same platform to meet with your colleagues that you use to attend concerts, happy hours and toddler birthday parties. When it comes to remote meetings in the age of COVID-19, the boundaries are blurred. And for now, that’s OK.READ MORE

Quick Thinks: Communicating and Leading Virtually

“Leading successful meetings remotely and being a strong speaker on-screen require specific skills. Communicating effectively has to do with your presence, ability to leverage tools, and your audience engagement. In this Quick Thinks podcast episode you’ll learn best practices for becoming a more effective and engaging online communicator.” READ MORE

From Monologue to Dialogue: How to Handle a Skeptical Audience

Transitioning from monolog to dialog can be tricky, especially when your audience sends challenging objections your way. In the latest episode of Think Fast Talk Smart, we discuss techniques to help you confidently and empathetically respond to skepticism without sounding defensive, evasive, or dismissive. READ MORE

How to Make Complex Ideas More Accessible

In this podcast episode, we explore techniques for presenting complicated information so your audience can more easily understand. READ MORE

Communicating Our Multiple Selves: How to Manage Your Reputation

My second podcast episode was just released. Listen in to learn about how you can actively manage your reputation and the impressions others have of you. READ MORE

Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication

Stanford improv experts discuss the art of in-the-moment communication in this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart.
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Ten Simple Rules for Meaningful Meetings

8 Life Lessons You Can Learn from Improv (Without Ever Stepping into a Class)

Improvisation is a great way to learn skills that help you become a more confident communicator. I am excited to share the article below that lists powerful and practical lessons taught by improv. Many of the folks in this article are colleagues and friends. They also write, podcast and teach about improv and communication. I encourage you to learn from them. READ MORE

Sleep Your Way to Less Anxious Presenting

“The minute anyone’s getting anxious I say, ‘You must eat and you must sleep.’ They’re the two vital elements for a healthy life.” — Actress Francesca Annis

Getting a good night sleep may be the easiest way to help your public speaking. READ MORE