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Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates. After the talk, Modupe explains a similar approach in academia called the "Grandma test," and how public speaking can be as simple as a conversation with grandma.
This talk originally aired January 27, 2025.
For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts
For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch.
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Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates. After the talk, Modupe explains a similar approach in academia called the "Grandma test," and how public speaking can be as simple as a conversation with grandma.
This talk originally aired January 27, 2025.
For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts
For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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