To be an effective speaker you don’t need to overwhelm people with your intellect. You don’t need to dazzle them from start to finish. You simply need to give them the sense that what they are receiving was especially prepared with their interests and needs in mind. This course will help you develop the judgment and dexterity needed to craft a perfectly tailored message.
This course is part of the Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting Specialization
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About this Course
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How to cultivate a "generosity of spirit" when speaking with someone one-on-one
How to fire someone respectfully
How to reframe your next presentation or performance as a "contribution"
How to apologize in a sincere, meaningful way
Skills you will gain
- empathy
- Respect
- Verbal Dexterity
- Good Judgment
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1 |Tact: Concepts
Week 2 | Tact: Speaking Stories
Week 3 | Tact: Speaking Studies
Week 4 | Joining the Club
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- 4 stars18.75%
- 3 stars12.50%
TOP REVIEWS FROM SPEAKING AND PRESENTING: TACT
Great course. Short and crisp videos and lot of resources by Professor Barry who is a gift to every learner of good with words
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