Modern CTO Taking the Stage & Conquering Communication with Geoffrey Huck, Public Speaking Coach
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Dec 23, 2024 Geoffrey Huck, a public speaking coach with a background in software engineering, shares his journey from battling social anxiety to helping tech professionals communicate effectively. He discusses overcoming communication barriers and the importance of conveying complex ideas to non-technical audiences. Geoffrey highlights authenticity in speaking, the power of storytelling, and developing personal narratives. He also touches on the emotional aspects of public speaking, encouraging listeners to align their actions with their values and embrace fear as a path to growth.
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Communication struggles in tech
- Geoffrey Huck struggled with communication during his 12-year software engineering career.
- His social anxiety and shyness hindered him despite his technical skills.
Pressure in high-stakes calls
- Making important calls was difficult and draining for Geoffrey Huck.
- He would often feel like he lost his intellectual abilities because of the pressure.
CTO's role in communication
- CTOs must abstract technical details for non-technical audiences.
- Their job is to explain the impact of technology, not the intricate workings.
