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Communication

A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Communication.

Video playlists about Communication

The most popular TED Talks of 2022

What ideas intrigued and inspired the world this year? These TED Talks spread the quickest in 2022.

The most popular TED Talks of 2021

What ideas captured people's attention and took off the quickest? Here are the talks that intrigued and inspired in 2021.

Why do we tell stories?

How do you foster connection, empathy and understanding between people? Tell a good story, of course.

The art of finding common ground

Disagreements, miscommunications, opposing beliefs -- oh my! Whether at work, with strangers or over family dinner, these talks will help you traverse the rugged terrain of heated conversation and map out the best ways to see eye-to-eye.

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Talks about Communication

Leopoldo Lopez

How to defend democracy — and fight autocracy

Daniel Hallak

Networking doesn't have to feel gross

Priya Parker

How to come together in a meaningful way

Sara Giusto

The rise of virtual humans — and what they mean for the future

Brian S. Lowery and Kylan Gibbs

What makes us human in the age of AI? A psychologist and a technologist answer

David Finnigan

A controversial play — and what it taught me about the psychology of climate

Alex Carter

How to ask for more — and get it

Henna Pryor

Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments

Jerusalem Youth Chorus

An anthem for peace and justice from Israeli and Palestinian youth

Spencer J. Cox

How to disagree with respect — not hate

Michael Timms

How to claim your leadership power

Lambers Fisher

What to do when you offend someone

Stacey A. Gibson

3 hard-won lessons from an educator during a crisis

Isaac Saul

3 ideas for communicating across the political divide

Dave Isay

Reducing toxic polarization – one conversation at a time

Benjamin Lewis

Could psychedelics help patients in therapy?

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Exclusive articles about Communication

This writer analyzed 100 graduation speeches — here are the 4 tips they all share

Writer Bruce Feiler is a pro at examining life stories and looking for patterns to help us live with more meaning, purpose and joy. Here's what he found when he applied his skills to commencement speeches.

Posted Jun 2022

4 ways to make people feel valued at work, even when you’re not all together

How do you show appreciation in a hybrid workplace? While smiley face and folded hand emojis are nice, there are more meaningful ways you can communicate your respect of people's work and their time, says collaboration expert Erica Dhawan.

Posted Jul 2021

Kicking yourself for not saying something at a meeting? Here’s how to speak up skillfully

Those days of holding back what you really think are over. Leadership consultant Molly Tschang provides five simple tips to help you effectively speak your mind.

Posted Jul 2021

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