Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

“You Are Dominating the Conversation!” – Creating a Welcoming Conversation Persona     Have you been told that you are dominating the conversation before? Having a conversation with friends may seem like a trivial affair, but it requires skill and attention to detail to create a welcoming conversation atmosphere. For those of us who have […]

Reading Your Audience – The Mind-Reading Communicator     Before you get all excited about the prospect of mind-reading, this article is not about telepathy or magic (sorry!). That said, the ability to read and understand an audience remains an important skill for a communicator to impress. The vocal tone, body language, or even content […]

Stop Fighting! Communication Tips to Mediate Conflicts     We may be called upon to manage conflicts, arguments, or disagreements at the workplace or even at home. This is so even if you are not trained in conflict resolution or carry the skills to manage a difficult conversation. We have noticed that high authority figures, […]

Acing the Social Media ‘Live’ Setting – How to Shine Online?     We have shared about what it takes to make your online presence shine – especially with the new ‘normal’ of online presentations. The shift to the virtual stage brings with it a wider room of creativity, from recorded videos, Zoom sessions, podcasts, […]

When Can We Turn “It” On? – Matching Presentation Style to Purpose     As you explore more public speaking techniques or communication styles, you will find yourself thinking about choosing the communication style for a specific setting. For some, presentation styles may seem like an artificial mask to put on during a presentation. The […]

Has COVID-19 Changed Public Speaking? An Honest Discussion     When COVID-19 first arrived at our doorstep, the priority in everyone’s mind was whether they can continue their day-to-day routine. As we grew comfortable with how our main activities have changed (mask-wearing, anyone?), we started to see the tensions in how COVID-19 has changed our […]

Getting to the Point – How to Derive the Key Point or Message?     Picture this – you are called upon to deliver an informative session on a project that you and your team are working on. You know the materials at your fingertips, the thought processes behind the project, and the words to […]

“Here are some areas for improvement …” – The Art of Giving Feedback     Feedback, criticism, or even general comments may be a tough pill to swallow for most of us, especially from the receiving end. Reverse the roles, however, and you find yourself with the challenge of delivering feedback in a constructive but […]

So You Want to be an Influencer – Communication Tools for Influence     “Hi everyone! I have just tried this fantastic dish in front of me and wanted to share my discount code with you!” Sounds familiar? If you have read the line in a specific style, you are not alone. Whether it is […]