How to present science

Do you dread the moment when stage fright takes over and your mind goes blank? This episode offers practical strategies to cope with the most stressful moment on stage: the start. Discover how a well-prepared start can set the tone for your entire presentation, learn why memorizing every word might actually work against you, and find out how to end with a strong punchline. These practical tips will help you feel more comfortable on stage.Would you like to enjoy the benefits of one-on-one coaching? Visit takethestage.nl and fill out the contact form!

Do you feel nervous when presenting to an audience? Stage fright is a common experience, so you’re certainly not alone. The good news is that your nerves don’t have to hold you back. In fact, you can not only manage your anxiety but even learn to truly enjoy presenting! Discover essential mental and physical strategies to help you deal with those nerve-wracking moments and create an enjoyable experience for both yourself and your audience.To book training sessions or (online) coaching visit: www.takethestage.nl

The first few sentences of any presentation are the most crucial. This is when the audience forms their first impression: Will this be interesting? In the first moment of a talk they decide whether or not to keep paying attention, or drift off. But what is the best way to start a presentation? In this podcast you are provided with 3 simple to use techniques. For every technique you will hear multiple examples from other speakers to help illustrate and inspire you to craft your own!

Is using jargon giving you more status? Common advice suggests avoiding jargon during presentations, as it can make it harder for your audience to grasp the information. However, some speakers want to signal their expertise. They believe that a presentation lacking jargon may come across as too simplistic and may undermine their credibility. In this podcast, we will discuss the use and function of jargon, focusing on one key question: does it help you gain status?=== Sources used for this podcastLinkedIn-poll about status and jargon: https://l1nk.dev/oUH8e Article about people disliking complex language:https://neerlandistiek.nl/2022/12/hoger-opgeleiden-hechten-meer-aan-eenvoudige-teksten/Science paper: https://www.aup-online.com/content/journals/10.5117/TVT2022.2.002.MAAT#CIT0031Reading dies in complexity: Online news consumers prefer simple writinghttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adn2555The use of jargon kills people’s interest in science, politics:https://news.osu.edu/the-use-of-jargon-kills-peoples-interest-in-science-politics/ Jargon as a barrier to effective science communication: Evidence from metacognitionhttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0963662519865687?journalCode=pusa Problems with using long words needlessly:https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/acp.1178 Articles about the relationship between low status leads to more jargon:Authors from lower-status schools included more jargon in their poster titles:https://journals.aom.org/doi/abs/10.5465/AMPROC.2024.16568abstractArchival analyses found a low status → jargon effect across 64 k dissertation titles:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0749597820303666 

Every good story has a sudden moment of change. It is the most fundamental, important part of any good story. When done properly, this moment underlines the importance of your work. You are able to either inspire people with your message or warn them. For every message and for any kind of information you want to transfer there is a story. In this episode you learn the importance of the so-called ‘motoric moment’ to use storytelling effectively in your communication. Want to have a session with Marloes ten Kate to brainstorm about your own story? Go to www.scientificstorytelling.org and get in touch!

Trying to reach "everyone" with your message can be counterproductive. While it’s tempting to create content for a broad audience, doing so can dilute your impact. Instead, discover the power of targeting specific stakeholders with tailored messages to ensure you reach the right people. Whether your goal is to inform, persuade, or inspire, this episode will help you communicate with greater precision and effectiveness!Need help finding your audience? Reach out to me through www.takethestage.nl