- What you're trying to accomplish, and
- How you need to show up to accomplish it.
Author Scott Eblin compares creating this clarity to the "swing thought" professional golfers practice before taking a shot, mentally rehearsing their process and outcome.
When communicating, 'what you're trying to accomplish' includes more than just your point of view, and the points you'll make to support it.
It also encompasses how you will convey your points: the energy, emotion and body language you'll bring to bear.
'How you need to show up to accomplish it' includes envisioning what you want others to be thinking and feeling, during and afterwards.
And what they need to know or experience beforehand for this to occur.
For example, watch how Sir Ken Robinson and Raghava KK prepare for and deliver their successful TEDTalks.
See if you can spot these considerations, and pick up a few additional pointers, during this 11 minute insider's glimpse: "Behind the TEDTalk 2010."
Communication is a life-force running through leadership and innovation. Take your swing thought, and then enjoy the exchange.
