A 6-week intensive program to develop your TEDx- style talk.\nYou get to:\n1. Work with guest speakers and coaches.\n2. Tu rn your idea into an 18-minute TEDx-style talk that inspires — and presen t it at a Mock TEDx event at the end.
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\nhttps://www.essexstudent.com/eve nts/16244/35555/
\nMind the Talk is an intensive 6-week public speaking development program designed to e mpower University of Essex students to craft and deliver compelling TEDx- style talks. This transformative workshop series guides participants from initial ideation through to a polished 18-minute talk delivered at a pro fessionally produced Mock TEDx event.
\n\nDate: Friday\, 7th November 2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | CTC 10.01
\n\nParticipants will be introduced t o the TEDx philosophy and format\, learning what constitutes an "\;id ea worth spreading."\; Through analysis of iconic TED talks and guide d brainstorming exercises\, students will explore their personal stories\ , expertise\, and passions to identify potential talk topics. The session includes small group discussions and ideation frameworks designed to unc over meaningful ideas that resonate.
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\n\n< strong>Date: Tuesday\, 11th Nov \; \;| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | TBC
\n\nThis session focuses on the fundamentals of storytelling and TEDx talk structure. Participants will learn how to construct compel ling narrative arcs\, create powerful opening hooks\, and build emotional connections with audiences. Each participant will pitch their top idea i n a 2-minute format to receive peer feedback and expert guidance.
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\n\nDate: Tuesday 18th Nov | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | TBC
\n\nA comprehensive writing workshop where partici pants will develop their first complete draft. Training will cover techni ques for clarity\, emotional impact\, and persuasive communication\, incl uding the integration of data\, personal stories\, and effective calls-to -action. Participants will engage in peer editing sessions and learn the "\;one sentence test"\; to distill their core message.
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\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 25th \;Nov | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | TBC
\n\nThis session develops essential performance ski lls including vocal variety\, pacing\, strategic pausing\, body language\ , and stage presence. Participants will engage in voice projection exerci ses\, body language workshops\, and deliver 3-minute excerpts from their talks. Video recording and self-review sessions provide valuable feedback \, while improv exercises build confidence.
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\n\nTopics covered include overcoming stage fright\, commanding presence without slides\, u sing pauses for impact\, and distinguishing authentic from performed deli very.
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\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 2nd Dec \;| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | TBC
\n\nThe penultimate session features full run-thro ughs with structured feedback from peers and expert coaches. Each partici pant will deliver their complete talk (or 10-minute version) and receive comprehensive feedback on both content and delivery. Technical preparatio n includes guidance on visual aids\, stage blocking\, and microphone tech nique.
\n\nGuest Speaker: Expert coach will observ e all run-throughs\, provide individualized feedback\, conduct one-on-one coaching moments\, and deliver final preparation advice for the Mock TED x event.
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\n\nEvent Details : TBC
\n\nThe cul mination of the program features a professionally staged Mock TEDx event complete with red carpet setup\, TEDx branding\, and professional filming . Each participant will deliver their polished 12-18 minute talk before a n audience including all guest speakers from previous weeks\, university leadership\, invited guests\, faculty\, and fellow students. A profession al MC will host the event\, followed by a panel Q&\;A with guest speak ers.
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\n\nPrerequisites: No prior pu blic speaking experience required. Participants need only bring passion\, commitment\, and an idea they believe is worth sharing.
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