A New Way of Being Communicate with Clarity and Confidence: Ros Atkins
Nov 13, 2023
In this episode, Ros Atkins, creator of viral BBC videos 'Ros Atkins on...', shares techniques for effective communication. They discuss the ten elements of a good explanation and the seven steps for clarity and impact. Ros emphasizes simplicity, precision, and understanding complexity. He also talks about tailoring communication to the audience, maintaining calm, and using joining phrases for smooth transitions. The importance of delivery, Steely Dan's process, and his book on communication are discussed.
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Simplicity in Communication
- Communicate simply for maximum impact.
- Use short words, sentences, and essential information.
Obstacles to Understanding
- Seemingly unimportant details can hinder comprehension.
- Remove unnecessary information to improve clarity and understanding.
Essential Detail
- Identify essential details by removing information and assessing impact.
- If removing information doesn't change your core message, it's likely not essential.