Own 100 Skills in 100 Days
I’m Mandy Sha, chief scientist and Editor-in-Chief at the Research Scientist syndicate. Through this blog, I share easy-to-understand tips – in 750 characters only – on 4 career and personal development topics. I started when I was writing tips as LinkedIn’s Top Voice in public speaking and practical skills for leaders.
Browse tips by domain:
Public speaking: scripted & impromptu
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How to more effectively communicate in the digital age?
In the digital age, effective communication means relying on more than words. Apply 3 communication strategies: Read more
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How to address common survey usability issues?
Usability refers to how users interact with a research instrument vs. how they understand it. Here’re 3 usability issues related to lengthy survey questions and how to address them: Read more
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How to speak up in meetings with greater confidence?
Speaking up is not the same as speaking loud or lots. Try 3 confidence boosters without having to “out talk” anyone: Read more
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How to fight imposter syndrome?
Don’t turn self-doubt into self-sabotage! Try 3 mind-body strategies to fight imposter syndrome: Read more
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How to practice situational leadership style to manage uncertainty?
Situational leadership refers to being effective at adapting your style according to the circumstances and people involved, and sometimes involve contingency leadership that is not an identical concept. Consider 3… Read more
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How to present data to clients in a visually engaging way?
Data storytelling using tables, charts, and graphs is only visually engaging when used appropriately. Here’re some basic Do’s and Donts. Read more
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How to improve public speaking skills when you are an experienced speaker?
Experienced ≠ complacent. Consider 3 ways to challenge yourself and stay relevant: Read more
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How to identify the right tradeoffs?
Tradeoffs don’t have to be all or nothing. They exist in virtually all decisions because real life resources and time are not unlimited. Here’re 3 considerations to identify the right… Read more
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How to negotiate using the law of scarcity?
Scarcity (less supply, more desirable) doesn’t work well in workplace negotiations unless it’s true or you risk losing credibility in future interactions. Try reverse engineering scarcity 3 ways: Read more
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How to effectively use a microphone?
Any microphone makes you loud but the right techniques enhance your voice. Here’re 3P best practices from my friend Dr. Mary M., an Emmy-nominated sound engineer: Read more
BROWSE TIPS BY DOMAIN:
PUBLIC SPEAKING: SCRIPTED & IMPROMOPTU refers to oratory skills.
Public speaking skills can be learned through coaching, practice, and by observation. A good speaker has many tools: speech writing, body language, movement, vocal variety, visual aid, and storytelling techniques to entertain, persuade, and inspire. Our easy-to-understand tips cover all of these tools focusing on applied skills such as humor, anti-heckling, giving and receiving feedback, and online audience engagement.
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Also see: Speakers to elevate your event #PublicSpeaking4everyone
PROJECT LEADERSHIP is responsible for the ultimate success of the project.
Project leadership skills encompass the planning, execution, and monitoring and control of the project scope, time, and quality, all the while managing resource allocations and client expectations. Our tips are optimized with PMP® expertise and approaches to handle a variety of situations such as clarifying project management vs. leadership, conflict resolution, negotiation with colleagues and clients, and communication and management tools.
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USEFUL RESEARCH requires practical research competencies.
It is not impossible to answer research questions while minimizing bias, upholding integrity, and integrating research participants with respect. In our thoughtful yet pragmatic tips, we focus on the implications, not just what to do when it comes to hard-to-reach populations, research decision-making, and various data collection and usability issues.
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PERSONAL & CAREER DEVELOPMENT go hand in hand.
Achieving a successful career while not feeling peace in your personal life – or vice versa, that your inner peace is constantly being undermined by career setbacks – is not an enjoyable life. We show you how to make tough decisions and still stay true to yourself, such as assertiveness, managing power relationship with your boss, time management, and analytical skills.
