Our words matter. Architects generally suck at doing important presentations. In this episode we discuss presentation skills that will help you craft and deliver messages that resonate with audiences.
Oct 1
#379 - Step Back to Move the Work Forward
In this episode we discuss how taking a step back from work leads to better architecture. We talk about concrete ways to break free from constant busyness, when to pause instead of charging ahead, and how technology can both help and hurt creative solutions. We offer clear, pract ... Show More
55m 21s
Sep 8
#377 - The Disconnect Between Academia and Practice
In this episode of Archispeak, we dive into the tough reality of how the architecture profession often fails its own. From the way firms accelerate project timelines while under-developing young talent, to the disconnect between academia and practice, we ask hard questions about ... Show More
53m 24s
Apr 2016
Episode 80 – Presentation Skills
Whether you’re a first year resident or a veteran of EM, you’ve probably given, or will be giving at least one presentation at some point in your career. On the one hand, presentations can be intimidating, time consuming to prepare for and frightening to perform, but on the other ... Show More
1h 7m
Feb 2019
Presentation Basics - Principle #1
It's been over a year since we first talked about presentations, and we only talked about one very narrow aspect of presentations: the use and mis-use of PowerPoint. Sure, PowerPoint is important, but even if you master it, your presentations can still be terrible. (Whether you r ... Show More
31m 23s
Aug 2024
477: Why Everything You Know About Public Speaking Is Wrong—And What You Should Be Doing Instead
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 477, an interview with Hollywood insiders and the authors of Briefly Speaking, Deborah Shames and David Booth. In this episode, we discuss effective communication and presentation strategies for individuals and business professionals. With the ... Show More
53m 14s
Dec 2024
Episode 220 - How to Actually Explain Complex Tech Without Being Boring
Ever felt like your tech presentations, tutorials, or even code explanations are falling flat? You're not alone! In this episode of Two Voice Devs, Allen and Mark dive deep into the art of effective communication in tech, exploring how to move beyond just listing facts to buildin ... Show More
24m 56s
Sep 2024
TCEP 271: How to Enhance Projects With Better Communication
In this episode, I chat with Jacqueline Dirmann, P.E., CME, CFM, client manager at T&M Associates, about how better communication strategies can elevate your projects and career, from engaging stakeholders to keeping the public informed during capital improvement projects. ***The ... Show More
42m 45s
Aug 23
3395: Communication Skills Every Tech Leader Needs
What do you do when your technical brilliance doesn’t translate into clear, compelling communication? That’s where Salvatore Manzi comes in. With a background in business communication and a career spent coaching leaders across tech, finance, and global policy, Salvatore helps bo ... Show More
28m 38s