Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals

Frank DiBartolomeo
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Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals

Welcome to “Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals,” the podcast dedicated to helping you shine in the spotlight and deliver your technical expertise with flair. I’m your host, Frank DiBartolomeo. In each episode, I will draw from my over 40 years experience as an engineer and over 30 years experience as a Toastmaster to explore the nuances of presenting complex information in a way that resonates and engages. Whether you're a software engineer, data scientist, or any tech professional eager to polish your presentation skills, this show is for you. We’ll tackle everything from crafting clear and compelling narratives to mastering the art of visual aids and handling challenging questions with poise. Join us as we speak with seasoned presenters, communication specialists, and industry insiders who will share their secrets for making your technical presentations not just informative but unforgettable. If you’re ready to transform your technical knowledge into impactful presentations and leave a lasting impression, you’re in the right place. Remember, great presentations are not just about sharing information—they’re about connecting with your audience and making your message resonate. From refining your narrative to perfecting your delivery, every detail counts. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and if you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review and share it with your colleagues. We’d love to hear your feedback and any topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes. Thanks for joining us, and until next time, keep honing those presentation skills and make every tech talk count!

  1. 12/31/2024

    18. What is Your Speaking Legacy?

    “What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.” – Pericles, Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens Public speaking has always been a cornerstone of societal change, personal influence, and cultural growth. From ancient forums to modern stages, powerful speeches have shaped our world.In this podcast, you will discover three ways your public speaking leaves a legacy.References Carson, C. (...

    8 min

  2. 12/26/2024

    17. Why Do You Speak to an Audience?

    “The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller. The storyteller sets the vision, values, and agenda of an entire generation that is to come.” –- Steve Jobs, American businessman, inventor, and investor best known for co-founding the technology company Apple Inc. Have you ever thought about why you speak to your audience? Although the number of topics you can speak on is limitless, there are only a few primary reasons to talk to your audience. They are to inform, persuade,...

    12 min

  3. 12/24/2024

    16. Are You Ready to Moderate a Panel Discussion?

    “A panel discussion is a great way to explore multiple viewpoints, but it only succeeds if the panelists are engaged and the moderator knows when to steer or step back.” — Nancy Duarte, American writer and speaker You may be asked to moderate a panel discussion one day.In this podcast, we will explore ways you can prepare, conduct, and follow up as the moderator of a panel discussion.

    10 min

  4. 12/10/2024

    15. Focus on Your Message

    "If you can't write your message in a sentence, you can't say it in an hour." — Dianna Booher, American author and communication expert It's the holiday season, and you have more than a few things to do. So, how do you get them all done? The key to a happy holiday season is to prioritize the items you need to accomplish and then complete them one at a time. If you do this, you won't complete all the items on your "To Do" list, but you will complete the most important ones.There is ...

    11 min

  5. 12/03/2024

    14. Three Challenges for Technical People When Answering Technical Questions

    "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 y...

    9 min

  6. 11/26/2024

    13. Are Presentation Technology Issues Getting You Down?

    "If computers get too powerful, we can organize them into committees. That'll do them in." - Author unknown When technical issues occur during a presentation, technical professionals can take a few key actions to address and resolve them efficiently. In this episode, we explore three critical steps that technical people can take to address and resolve presentation technical issues:

    9 min

  7. 11/19/2024

    12. How to Sell a Technical Idea

    “Approach each customer with the idea of helping him or her to solve a problem or achieve a goal, not of selling a product or service.” – Brian Tracy, self-development expert Selling a technical idea through a technical presentation involves more than just delivering technical details; it requires making the idea compelling and relatable to your audience. In this week's podcast, we will discover three of the best ways for technical professionals to achieve this:

    12 min

  8. 11/17/2024

    11. The Power of Three in Technical Presentations

    "If you want something stuck in someone's head, put it in a sequence of three."— Brian Clark, Canadian businessman The "power of three" is a communication and presentation technique based on the principle that people tend to process, remember, and respond well to information presented in groups of three. This concept suggests that three points, ideas, or examples create a sense of completeness and balance, making complex information more accessible to understand and recall. In ...

    9 min
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Welcome to “Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals,” the podcast dedicated to helping you shine in the spotlight and deliver your technical expertise with flair. I’m your host, Frank DiBartolomeo. In each episode, I will draw from my over 40 years experience as an engineer and over 30 years experience as a Toastmaster to explore the nuances of presenting complex information in a way that resonates and engages. Whether you're a software engineer, data scientist, or any tech professional eager to polish your presentation skills, this show is for you. We’ll tackle everything from crafting clear and compelling narratives to mastering the art of visual aids and handling challenging questions with poise. Join us as we speak with seasoned presenters, communication specialists, and industry insiders who will share their secrets for making your technical presentations not just informative but unforgettable. If you’re ready to transform your technical knowledge into impactful presentations and leave a lasting impression, you’re in the right place. Remember, great presentations are not just about sharing information—they’re about connecting with your audience and making your message resonate. From refining your narrative to perfecting your delivery, every detail counts. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and if you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review and share it with your colleagues. We’d love to hear your feedback and any topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes. Thanks for joining us, and until next time, keep honing those presentation skills and make every tech talk count!

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