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When you give an update

When you give an update

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When you give an update

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- "So, Tatiana, tell us about the online conference you just attended." Gulp, what? That was the last thing I expected to be asked during our meeting. I had to think fast. Our director was staring at me and I had to provide evidence that the departmental money they spent on my registration was a good return on investment. But should I talk about the sessions I attended, the amazing venue, the latest trends? I wasn't prepared to make a mini presentation. But giving an update is just that: a mini presentation. When you prepare to give an update, ask yourself these three questions. What's the one thing I want my listeners to remember? This is your headline that captures attention and sets the stage for people wanting to listen. When I was asked for a conference update, I could think, was there an emerging trend in the sessions? Was there a particular session I attended that identified as a game changer? I need to think…

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