Public Speaking 101 for Dentists
Dr. Jacinta D. Watkins, DDS
In a recent video interview on the Florida Dental Association’s “Chew on This” segment, are five tips that can help you become a better public speaker in dentistry. Both the video interview and this article will provide you with several actionable insights and steps that can help you to become a better communicator today.
Below are five tips that can help you improve your public speaking skills.
1. Know What is Going on in Your Specific Discipline
Staying updated on the trends and changes that are occurring in the field of dentistry will help you become more comfortable discussing any important topics or issues that may be reported in the mainstream media.
Dedicate a certain time in your day for reviewing:
- credible articles
- publications
- videos
1. Know What is Going on in Your Specific Discipline
Staying updated on the trends and changes that are occurring in the field of dentistry will help you become more comfortable discussing any important topics or issues that may be reported in the mainstream media. Dedicate a certain time in your day to review credible articles, publications and videos that will increase your knowledge of various issues.
1. Know What is Going on in Your Specific Discipline
Staying updated on the trends and changes that are occurring in the field of dentistry will help you become more comfortable discussing any important topics or issues that may be reported in the mainstream media.
Dedicate a certain time in your day to review credible articles, publications and videos that will increase your knowledge of various issues.
2. Know Statistics
Knowing basic statistics, percentages and other relevant data can add validity to the message that you will be delivering to your audience.
Statistics and other data can be fact-checked; therefore, it would be beneficial to obtain the information from a reliable and recognized source or agency.
2. Know Statistics
Knowing basic statistics, percentages and other relevant data can add validity to the message that you will be delivering to your audience.
Statistics and other data can be fact-checked; therefore, it would be beneficial to obtain the information from a reliable and recognized source or agency.
3. Know Your Audience
Before you begin to prepare your talking points, ask yourself the following questions:
- Who am I going to be speaking with?
- What are the challenges or concerns that this audience is experiencing currently?
- How can I help or provide resources that can assist them?
Taking a few moments to answer these three questions will ensure that your message will resonate with the audience.
3. Know Your Audience
Before you begin to prepare your talking points, ask yourself the following questions:
- Who am I going to be speaking with?
- What are the challenges or concerns that this audience is experiencing currently?
- How can I help or provide resources that can assist them?
Taking a few moments to answer these three questions will ensure that your message will resonate with the audience.
4. Know Yourself
Understanding yourself and your unique characteristics will help you to deliver a powerful message that you are passionate about.
Ask yourself the following questions:
- What image do I want to project about myself to the audience?
- What do I want the audience to say about me after they have listened to my message?
Recording yourself speaking on a cell phone will provide you with priceless insights on specific gestures, mannerisms or talking points that you may need to modify to ensure a consistent message.
4. Know Yourself
Understanding yourself and your unique characteristics will help you to deliver a powerful message that you are passionate about.
Ask yourself the following questions:
- What image do I want to project about myself to the audience?
- What do I want the audience to say about me after they have listened to my message?
Recording yourself speaking on a cell phone will provide you with priceless insights on specific gestures, mannerisms or talking points that you may need to modify to ensure a consistent message.
5. Know that You Have Resources
There are many organizations that can provide you with talking points, statistics, and additional guidance such as the American Dental Association.
Effective communication is an important skill to develop. Once you have mastered the art of communication, it will impact every aspect of your personal and professional life. Becoming a better public speaker will not only allow you to stand out as a leader in your community, but also in your profession.
5. Know that You Have Resources
There are many organizations that can provide you with talking points, statistics, and additional guidance such as the American Dental Association.
Effective communication is an important skill to develop. Once you have mastered the art of communication, it will impact every aspect of your personal and professional life.
Becoming a better public speaker will not only allow you to stand out as a leader in your community, but also in your profession.
5. Know that You Have Resources
There are many organizations that can provide you with talking points, statistics, and additional guidance such as the American Dental Association.
Effective communication is an important skill to develop. Once you have mastered the art of communication, it will impact every aspect of your personal and professional life. Becoming a better public speaker will not only allow you to stand out as a leader in your community, but also in your profession.
References:
Florida Dental Association: Chew on This segment July 2021.
CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT
What is your Ideal Gown?
The Best Dental Cordless Headlight
3 Ways to Customize Your Face Shield
5 Reasons to Add the Featherlight to Your Shopping List
Join the Ultralight Community to get early access to discount codes, products, blogs and more!