Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Hi folks, This will sound a little silly because I am very used to public speaking. But today, I will be in a film studio as a part of a discussion panel on how flexible and mobile working can improve public services and save taxes. I will be on with politicians, Professors and other esteemed colleagues. I'll be representing my 42,000 staff member firm. Boy am I nervous!
Originally Posted By t1lersm0m You're so nervous you posted it three times!!! Don't be nervous, I am sure you will do great!
Originally Posted By cape cod joe Join the club Dave as I stuttered till I was 17 and couldn't even introduce my junior prom date in high school because I stuttered over it. Public Speaking is the no. 1 fear in the world along with death. Good trick is to realize that everyone is in the same boat and also realize you aren't a PROFESSIONAL speaker so you DON'T have to very good. Who cares is attitude to have. You'll still get paid and your family will still love you
Originally Posted By sarahwithbaloo UK fan it will be shown on a politcal type channel not one that every one can see I'm afraid but if we get a copy I'm sure we can arrange a viewing. cape cod joe the thing is Dave is considered a professional speaker and regularly speaks in front of hundreds of people. Those who know him from personal meetings know he is not usually the shy type this TV interview has reall surprised him in how nervous he is. I'm usually the shy quiet one.
Originally Posted By cape cod joe sssshhhhhh--I know as I was just trying to throw in that comment to take the pressure off He'll be fine and you'll still love him.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Thanks for all the moral support gang. It was a lot of fun, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. UKFAN - I will be able to send a web link in a couple of weeks after it has been broadcast.
Originally Posted By avromark So did you enjoy envisioning that all the ladies were in their underoo's? Did you make good points, did you table anything. Did you sing Volaire?
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo I talked about efficiency and affectivity gains, with reference to several projects I have had the pleasure of directing. Also, I talked about the softer issues around health and safety, HR support and training, while my colleagues just obsessed with the technology. Overall, I think it went well.
Originally Posted By Pixie Glitter Glad to hear it's over and that you did well, Dave! (I had no doubt you would).
Originally Posted By avromark What no flashing? You should have demonstrated the flash mountain principal for the ladies. In all seriousness, congrats, great to have all the anxiety gone now huh?
Originally Posted By avromark Ss sst utter what's that? Or you could have uh, you know, uhh, and well thats where uh my company uh stands.
Originally Posted By cape cod joe av--you are so right as besides "frankly" I hate the Uh or Um thing.
Originally Posted By avromark Or the monotone never ending sentences, or the guy so enamoured in industry-speak, or the guy with all the proper "buzz words" or the guy with the obvious hidden agenda, or perhaps some subtle company line, or...
Originally Posted By TALL Disney Guy Very cool, Dave---just like the panels Kermit headed up on Season 1 of "The Muppet Show", loL! Hope it went well!
Originally Posted By TALL Disney Guy <Overall, I think it went well.> Oh. Well, "glad it went well!" lol
