
Teach the Geek to Speak, with Neil Thompson
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As a biomedical engineer in orthobiologics, Neil Thompson still had to do a lot of public speaking. He was a self-professed awful public speaker, but then he worked hard to improve his skills. Now he wants to teach other STEM professionals the same public speaking strategies he learned, so they can get better like he did. Neil talks about best practices for public speaking, his father’s influence on his education, and his children’s book on the science of black hair.
Related Links
- Neil Thompson: Profile from Teach the Geek.
- Teach the Geek: Business offering education for scientists and engineers.
- Toastmasters: Organization dedicated to improving public speaking.
- Helping Fractures Heal (Orthobiologics): Article from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
- Ask Uncle Neil: Neil's children's books, including "Why Is My Hair Curly?"
- Teach The Geek - YouTube: Interviews with STEM professionals on communication.
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