23: The College Guide to Surviving Mean Girls | Feedback Friday

Nervousness

Overcoming nervousness in communication is crucial for building confidence and improving performance. Jordan Harbinger suggests engaging in activities like improv and joining Toastmasters to develop spontaneity and organize thoughts effectively. These practices not only enhance speech delivery but also provide a competitive edge in professional settings.

If you're not feeling confident about your communication, you're almost certainly not being perceived as such.

--- Jordan Harbinger

Investing time in these skills can yield significant dividends, especially for those pursuing advanced academic or professional careers 1 2.

   

Communication

Effective communication, particularly when mentally exhausted, requires intentional strategies. Jason DeFillippo highlights the challenge of articulating thoughts clearly during fatigue, especially in academic settings. He introduces the concept of "L'esprit de l'escalier," which describes thinking of the perfect reply too late.

It's the spirit of the stairwell... when you leave a place and you're like, "Oh, I wish I would've said that."

--- Jason DeFillippo

To combat this, preparing for meetings and practicing mindful communication can help maintain clarity and confidence, even when tired 3 4.