Communicate Like a TEDx Pro: Natalie Gallagher’s Strategies for Clarity, Empathy, & Better Outcomes

A better way to get the message across

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Episode overview:

• Natalie Gallagher, a communications trainer and public speaking coach, shares insights on effective communication in public health and other fields.

• She discusses the challenges of translating complex, technical information into accessible language for broader audiences, drawing from her experience working with CDC researchers and other experts.

• Natalie emphasizes the importance of cultivating a positive mindset and gratitude for improved cognitive function and problem-solving abilities.

• The conversation explores strategies for having difficult conversations, including using curiosity and open-ended questions to foster understanding.

• Natalie offers practical advice on how individuals can make positive changes in their communities, starting with small, personal actions.

• I felt like this took me through a class on getting back to the basics of healthy mindset & habits for being at my best and communicating well with my loved ones. Highly recommend listening for a reminder we all need!

🧠 Big Question:

What if we treated our brains the way athletes treat their bodies?

💡 Bold Idea:

Stop complaining and take a small step towards making things better

🎯 Better Living

Approach difficult conversations with a posture of curiosity, not combativeness

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Note - shorter write-up this week, as it was a busy one for me at work and in life (what’s up, Hurricane Helene?). Do you value these write-ups? If so, what’s your favorite part? Please reply and let me know!