September 03, 2025

EP63: From Proposal To Podium: Speaking At Big Tech Conferences with Renuka Jhalli

37 minutes

In this episode of the Tech World Human Skills Podcast Ben Pearce and Renuka Jhalli discuss the importance of speaking at events, and how to get chosen as a speaker. Renuka shares insights from working with high-profile speakers and offers tips for delivering engaging sessions.

Renuka is a Senior Content Manager for Tech Show London. She has produced shows for years and has some amazing insight to share.

Show Links

Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Tech World Human Skills Home - https://www.techworldhumanskills.com

Renuka Jhalli Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renuka-jhalli-28a9a846/

Tech Show London - https://www.techshowlondon.co.uk/

Takeaways

Big tech conferences are valuable for learning and networking.

Tech Show London is a large, inclusive event showcasing various tech disciplines.

Speaking at events allows individuals to share knowledge and support their community.

Authenticity and vulnerability are key to engaging presentations.

Unique perspectives and real-world experiences resonate with audiences.

The call for papers is open to anyone with a compelling idea.

AI can assist in writing, but authenticity is crucial.

Main stage speakers often share their passion and stories.

Engaging with the audience creates a memorable experience.

New speakers bring diversity and fresh perspectives to the stage.

Keywords

Tech Show London, conference speaking, technology events, networking, speaker tips, career development, storytelling, audience engagement, professional growth, community support

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By Ben Pearce

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