Welcome to TDKtalks
TDKtalks is a soft skills series to help you become a better speaker, presenter & improve your leadership skills
TDK are my initials - TALKs are what I produce
My episodes are a collection of tips, tricks & techniques most of which I draw upon from my real life experiences of speaking and working as an engineering technologist for 30+ years
I value your time, so I keep these video episodes to 5 minutes
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Current Episodes
The Infamous NO – The Art and Dance of Asking For Something
Asking For Something Yes or NO Have you ever wondered how many times NO is used the first time someone asks for something; when YOU ask for something? There are ...
Speech Contests – Timing is Everything
Competitions Bring Out The Better You Speech Contests Speech timing is crucial to fitting your speaking spot with your presentation. Speaking contests are a great way for you to learn ...
HeyMic Lapel Microphone – Superb Mic For Speakers
HeyMic Lapel Microphone Video Needs Excellent Audio Microphones come in all shapes and sizes. How many times have you watched a video of a speaker and barely make out the ...
Taking Ownership Is Key to Making Things Happen
Everyone Has Great Ideas to Contribute and Make Something Better Everyone Has Great Ideas Ownership is key in making things happen. How many times have you heard a great idea ...
Workplace Culture Grows Your Personal Culture
Workplace Culture - when I hear the word I envision a petri dish in a biology lab. Recently I bumped into a former work colleague at a social function. I asked ...
Softskills Unmasked – Demystifying Public Speaking
Overcome Your Fear With These Skills Softskills Central to Us Softskills are central to who we are and how we carry ourselves. We spend exhorbitant amounts of time learning and ...
Introduction Key For Productive Networking
Introductions Key to Effecient and Productive Networking Introductions Are Key to Productive Conversation Introductions when properly orchestrated are key to productive and efficient networking. A good host with an accommodating ...
Softskills Refresher at CES 2017
Softskills enhancer while at CES2017 Softskills are heavily relied upon at an international trade show such as #CES2017, the Consumer Electronics Show. Venues such as CES are a great way ...
Transitions And Ending Your Speech
Don't confuse your audience with you speech ending When you deliver a speech, who decides when your speech is ending? I bet many of you think it is you, the ...
Powerpoint or Not – And Why Not
Powerpoint during a speech contest can be a challenge To PowerPoint or not? I am often asked if using PowerPoint in a Toastmasters competition speech is acceptable. But if you ...
ASP Accredited Speaker Program – Toastmasters Public Speakers
During our District 42 Fall Conference, Nov 2015, our special guest speakers, Sheryl Roush, Accredited Speaker, Keynote Presenter, Trainer, Coach and Freddi Dogterom, Keynote Speaker, Workshop Facilitator and Corporate Trainer, sit down ...
Kelly Nielson, DTM – Region 4 Advisor
During our quarterly District 42 Executive Council training in Feb 2016, we get a chance to talk with our special guest: Region 4 Advisor Kelly Nielson about what her role ...
