The Science of Public Speaking: How Data Shapes Presence
Private Equity Data Guy · 2025-09-19 · 47 min
Episode notes
How to Master Public Speaking with Data: Transform Your Communication Skills Chuck Garcia, Columbia University professor and communication expert, joins Graeme Crawford to reveal how data transforms public speaking and leadership communication. They explore the 55-38-7 formula for first impressions, proven techniques to eliminate verbal filler words, and how treating soft skills as measurable data points can accelerate your professional growth. Chuck shares insights from coaching Fortune 500 executives and his upcoming TED talk debut. 0:00 Introduction and Chuck's TED talk announcement 4:02 The camera as a data collection tool 7:00 Breaking down the 55-38-7 impression formula 11:43 Three barriers to effective communication 17:24 The power of the strategic pause 21:45 Common nonverbal communication mistakes 27:09 The speed of first impressions 31:23 Creating phone-free conversations 35:17 Why perfectionism blocks speaking progress 39:26 Building speeches in modular pieces 44:45 Theater techniques for powerful presentations 46:26 How to
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