A Positive Approach to Speaking

The speaker reflects on receiving an award and the thrill of public speaking. They discuss the impact of the award on their ability to influence change, particularly in gender equality. The importance of setting goals and motivating oneself is emphasized, along with the role of feedback in personal and professional growth. The speaker advocates for gender equality and encourages others to start small ripples of change. The talk concludes with expressions of gratitude and encouragement for the audience.

What does the speaker compare the thrill of public speaking to?

• Running a marathon

• Swimming in the ocean

• Jumping out of a plane

• Riding a roller coaster

What does the speaker suggest doing with personal goals?

• Writing them in a diary

• Putting them on a share wall

• Keeping them a secret

• Sharing them with friends

According to the speaker, what is a key factor in achieving gender equality?

• Media coverage

• Corporate sponsorships

• Individual actions

• Government policies

What is the leading cause of death for women under 45 in Australia, as mentioned by the speaker?

• Cancer

• Heart disease

• Traffic accidents

• Domestic violence

How does the speaker suggest improving public speaking skills?

• Attending workshops

• Reading books

• Seeking feedback

• Practicing alone

What does the speaker believe is important to share with the audience?

• Neither successes nor failures

• Only successes

• Only failures

• Both successes and failures

What does the speaker say about the nature of great speakers?

• They never make mistakes

• They have great stories

• They are professionally trained

• They are born with talent