This document is a reflection log for ideas related to public speaking. It prompts the user to reflect on the best public speaking they've experienced and what idea from that talk stayed with them. It then asks the user to consider if one of the metaphors ("a gift" or "a journey") captures the memorable talk, and if not, to suggest an alternative metaphor. Finally, it prompts discussing qualities of impactful ideas from the lesson and sharing other strong public speaking examples with a team.
This document is a reflection log for ideas related to public speaking. It prompts the user to reflect on the best public speaking they've experienced and what idea from that talk stayed with them. It then asks the user to consider if one of the metaphors ("a gift" or "a journey") captures the memorable talk, and if not, to suggest an alternative metaphor. Finally, it prompts discussing qualities of impactful ideas from the lesson and sharing other strong public speaking examples with a team.
This document is a reflection log for ideas related to public speaking. It prompts the user to reflect on the best public speaking they've experienced and what idea from that talk stayed with them. It then asks the user to consider if one of the metaphors ("a gift" or "a journey") captures the memorable talk, and if not, to suggest an alternative metaphor. Finally, it prompts discussing qualities of impactful ideas from the lesson and sharing other strong public speaking examples with a team.
Use this sheet to reflect, record entries and jot down notes as you put ideas into action.
Reflect Try Now
What's the best example of public speaking you’ve ever seen? What You explored two metaphors for great talks in this lesson: "a gift," and idea from that talk do you still remember? What is it about that talk that's "a journey." Do these metaphors apply to your most memorable talk? persisted in your mind for days, months, even years? If so, how? If not, what metaphor better captures the essence of that talk? Jot it down.
Imagine & Act Discuss as a Team
This week, ask a friend to tell you about their favorite TED Talk or What are the qualities of ideas worth spreading shared in this lesson? presentation. Ask them what resonated about the content or delivery of the What are some other effective examples of public speaking you’ve seen? talk — what do they remember the most? Remember this as you work on your own talk.