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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.
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Public speaking: scripted & impromptu
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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
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How to validate data to make strategic decisions?
Strategic decisions have long-term implications but some decisions are short-term fixes. When presented with data, validate the data to make strategic decisions 3 ways: Read more
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How to determine when to use your intuition vs. your analytical skills?
Enhance your decision-making by balancing intuition with factual analysis to navigate life’s complexities. Use intuition under 3 circumstances in life and at work, here’re why: Read more
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How to use gestures to improve your presentation?
Gestures are a form of nonverbal communication that can significantly enhance your verbal communication. Here’re 3 considerations: Read more
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How to manage conflicts on projects?
Conflicts can be exploited as they reveal differences to be harmonized and the power dynamics that you must balance. Manage conflicts with 3 steps in project planning and scheduling: Read more
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How to keep the audience interested while citing research?
When citing research to engage the audience, it is not just what you say, but how you say it. Here’re 3 steps: Read more
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How to differentiate analytical and technical skills and do you need both?
Get your job done better and faster with both analytical AND technical skills! Here’re 3 reasons and benefits for the dual-development: 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.
