The end of your TED Talk may be one of the only things anyone ever remembers about it. Science backs this up. We tend to more easily remember the beginnings of things (primacy) and the most recent thing we heard (recency), both of which combine to give us the serial position effect: So, any effort you put into your conclusion…
In order to get booked at a TED or TEDx event, you’ll need to find TED Talk topic ideas (then propose the best). In fact, your topic matters far more than your credentials or presentation skills. Even if you have WORLD CLASS credentials. Dr. Mary O’Connor has a Ph.D. from Yale University. She’s a former Olympian and had even met…
Have you always wondered how to do a TEDx talk? This article will show you how to get on TEDx from start to finish. If you’re short on time, here’s a quick summary: Or, if you want to dive DEEP on the process of becoming a TEDx speaker, read on. “But…I thought you had to wait and get discovered?” TEDx…
Let’s start with a question back to you: Is this a TED Talk? It isn’t a trick question – I really want to know what you think “doing a TED talk” means because there are several correct answers. If you answered, “YES that’s a TED Talk – how do I get one of those?” Then I can definitely help you…
If you’re an expert looking for exposure and credibility, there’s one pretty amazing secret you should be aware of. A hint is in the title of this article 😉 The best TEDx events (like the stage below) are far easier to get invited to speak at than TED, but to the general public, this is a “TED Talk.” So, if…
Some TEDx events can make you look like a rockstar, while others can make you look like a complete amateur. But many people don’t know that there IS a drastic difference in TEDx event quality. And event quality is one of the biggest factors in how easily you can become a TEDx speaker and the benefits you get from the…