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I analyzed thousands of TED Talks. Talking with hand gestures makes you look more competent
In our experiments, 1,600 participants rated speakers who used illustrative gestures as more clear, competent, and persuasive.
I analyzed thousands of TED Talks. Talking with hand gestures makes you look more competent
In our experiments, 1,600 participants rated speakers who used illustrative gestures as more clear, competent, and persuasive.
I analyzed thousands of TED Talks. Talking with hand gestures makes you look more competent
In our experiments, 1,600 participants rated speakers who used illustrative gestures as more clear, competent, and persuasive.
When Leaders Shouldn’t Be “Authentic”
Brutal honesty isn’t the same thing as clear leadership. Research shows that bold statements can alienate, and how a little humility can help. “I’m unfiltered.” Few statements from leaders threaten to do more to poison a work environment. It’s the C-suite equivalent...
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Smarter AI Use, Evolving Sponsorship Models, and Sustainability at CL26
Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Convene Article: What Science Has to Say About How to Use AI The evidence is mounting that leaning too heavily on AI can affect our ability to think critically and retain information. Here’s how to stay in the...
Inside Indy’s Rise
A brand-new 800- room Signia by Hilton is rising across the street from — and connected via pedestrian walkway to — the Indianapolis Convention Center. Indianapolis has always been a big sports city. Growing up in a small town 45 minutes south of the capital of the...
