Communicating with Ros Atkins 4. Michael Johnson, Olympic athlete and broadcaster
Jun 21, 2024
Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson discusses effective communication, emphasizing knowledge, preparation, and clarity. He shares insights on team communication and the importance of expertise sharing in various settings. The podcast also explores the impact of instant messaging and promotes upcoming series and products.
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Communication with Coach
- Michael Johnson emphasized the importance of clear communication with his coach, Clyde Hart.
- Hart explained every training session in detail and asked Johnson to provide specific feedback, which improved their partnership.
Effective Communication
- To communicate effectively, understand your own experiences and develop the vocabulary to describe them.
- Ros Atkins shares similar experiences from covering summits, highlighting the need for knowledge and fluency.
Clarity in Communication
- Michael Johnson describes struggling to articulate his feelings during training sessions, causing confusion for his coach.
- He parallels this to his experience as a commentator, where unclear communication can confuse viewers.