Prepare for Any Talk
Effective preparation, a clear structure, audience awareness, storytelling, and in-depth knowledge of the topic are essential components of an authentic and impactful presentation. The comprehensive guides below will help you enhance each of these elements. “Prepare for Any Talk” assists in assessing, preparing, and delivering presentations. Flexibility is key at all stages of the process, in any order, and as often as needed. Click the boxes below to access the guides.
In this video, Ankur Pandya, PhD, an associate professor of health decision science at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, outlines key considerations for giving talks in research settings and beyond.
Click on the boxes below for tips, strategies, and resources for assessing, preparing, and delivering presentations.
Be Prepared
How to prepare for and practice a talk.
Follow a Structure
The organization and framing of your talk.
Consider Your Audience
The importance of forming a mutual exchange between you and your audience.
Tell a Story
The power of stories in science communication.
Know Your Topic
The ‘how’ and ‘why’ of knowing your topic.