Confident Business English 297. Ask Your First Question at a Conference
Oct 29, 2025
Nervous about speaking up at conferences? Discover why visibility is key for senior managers. Learn a simple 5-step framework to craft your question with confidence. Anna shares real-life examples, including inquiries about AI and hybrid work culture. Get delivery tips on pacing and clarity to ease your nerves. Avoid asking multiple questions at once and upgrade your language with smarter phrases. With practical tasks, you'll be ready to make your voice heard at your next conference!
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Structure Lowers Speaking Anxiety
- Structure reduces anxiety when speaking in front of large audiences.
- A clear framework gives you a reliable starting point under pressure.
Follow A Five-Step Question Framework
- Use a five-step question framework: acknowledge, introduce, bridge, ask, close.
- You can skip optional parts but follow the order to make the question complete.
Example: Asking About AI Pilots
- Anna models a full question after an AI presentation with a short intro and sector context.
- The core ask focuses on factors that separate pilots from full implementation.