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Dennis Collins's avatar

Well done, Andrea. Now the hard part. How to remember these when we're under fire!! The PAR is one that I use. Easy to remember. I also like STAR, easy to remember.

Andrea Chiarelli's avatar

Agreed, that’s definitely the hardest part. I think the only way is doing it so often in low stakes moments that it becomes second nature when it matters most

Jennifer Houle's avatar

Really appreciated how you laid out these frameworks side by side. The Iceberg Model is a personal favourite.

Dr. Yulia Akisheva's avatar

A comprehensive post about Q&A - I appreciate it! As a coach for STEM speakers, I’d add this to “required reading” for everyone.

In STEM in particular, the Q&A time is precious - at a conference or at work, and we must make the most out of this potential for ‘connection’ and learning.

P.S.- I love any piece that helps unlearn the habits which don’t serve us. When it comes to effective communication - all the more, of course.

Andrea Chiarelli's avatar

Thank you for the feedback, it's much appreciated! I am from a STEM background and did have to unlearn lots of things as I got into consultancy...

Dr. Yulia Akisheva's avatar

I hear you.. 👍

Pragati Sinha's avatar

The iceberg model was new for me. I'll have to dig into it more. Sounds promising! My go-to tends to be PAR.