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Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals
Welcome to “Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals,” the podcast dedicated to helping you shine in the spotlight and deliver your technical expertise with flair. I’m your host, Frank DiBartolomeo.
In each episode, I will draw from my over 40 years experience as an engineer and over 30 years experience as a Toastmaster to explore the nuances of presenting complex information in a way that resonates and engages.
Whether you're a software engineer, data scientist, or any tech professional eager to polish your presentation skills, this show is for you. We’ll tackle everything from crafting clear and compelling narratives to mastering the art of visual aids and handling challenging questions with poise.
Join us as we speak with seasoned presenters, communication specialists, and industry insiders who will share their secrets for making your technical presentations not just informative but unforgettable.
If you’re ready to transform your technical knowledge into impactful presentations and leave a lasting impression, you’re in the right place.
Remember, great presentations are not just about sharing information—they’re about connecting with your audience and making your message resonate. From refining your narrative to perfecting your delivery, every detail counts.
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Successful Speaking for Technical Professionals
27. Advice from Three Powerful Speakers
“Of all the talents bestowed upon men, none is so precious as the gift of oratory. He who enjoys it wields a power more durable than that of a great king.” -- Winston Churchill, British statesman, military officer, and writer who was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 (during the Second World War) and again from 1951 to 1955.
In this world of accelerating technological speed, it would be good if we stepped back in time instead of stepping forward to reveal what three legendary speakers can teach us about public speaking.
In this episode, we will briefly examine the public speaking wisdom of Cicero (106 – 43 BCE), Winston Churchill (1874 – 1965), and Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929 – 1968).
References
- Cicero, “De Oratore”
- Cicero, "On the Ideal Orator"
- Cicero, “Brutus”)
- William Manchester, “The Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill”
- Winston Churchill, “The Second World War, Volume II”
- Richard Toye, “The Roar of the Lion: The Untold Story of Churchill’s World War II Speeches”
- Martin Luther King, “I Have a Dream” Speech, August 28, 1963
- Martin Luther King, “Letter from Birmingham Jail”
- Martin Luther King, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” Speech, April 3, 1968