Put your audience glasses

by | Apr 28, 2009 | Language : English, Speaking Tips

The world is different from what we see. Everybody sees it through glasses. Glasses representing education, professions, values, etc.

As a result, everybody perceives things differently.

I had a teacher who defined her role this way: “I’m giving you new glasses to see the world. Nobody will see it like you will.” And she was right. I see the world differently than you.

The same is true when you speak to an audience. They are wearing some kind of glasses. Is it a professional association? A corporate meeting? A congress? A school seminar? Their perception of the world is tinted by their glasses.

We must try to put the same glasses as them. It will help us to avoid mistakes. And our communication will be more adapted.

  • We will better “connect” with the audience.

How can we put audience glasses?

Here are some hints:

  • Do searches on your audience.
  • Read publications, blogs, tweets on the subject.
  • Interview some of the leaders.
  • Assist to the presentations before you.
  • Ask questions.
  • Be open-minded.
  • Etc.

Share with me: What are you doing to have your audience glasses?

Posted by Denis François Gravel