Ruth sits down with Dr. Elena Paweta on her IDEAS + LEADERS podcast to have a conversation that centers not just on speaking techniques, but on cultivating a mindset for effective, impactful communication, even under pressure. Ruth shares how discovering TED in 2009 led her to found one of the world’s first TEDx events and […]
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In lively conversation with John Bates on the Live Like a Leader podcast, Ruth Milligan explores the world of public speaking and effective communication, offering invaluable insights for anyone looking to refine their speaking skills. Their discussion delved into the local nature of TEDx, the myth of “natural speakers,” the critical role of feedback, and
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Ruth joins Mick Hunt for his podcast Mick Unplugged and discusses her passion for helping individuals find their voice and make an impact. She emphasizes that everyone has a story that deserves to be heard, and practice is essential for effective communication. Ruth highlights the importance of starting with clear points and supporting them with
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In a recent episode of the I Will Aim podcast, host Will Lukang sits down with Ruth to dissect the art and science of effective public speaking. Far from a mere skill, Ruth shares that speaking is a habit, a social act, and an embodied experience that requires continuous feedback, especially from oneself. This conversation
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In a recent episode of the “Leadership Presence: Mastering The Inner Work Of Leadership” podcast, host Janet Ioli, Executive Coach and Founder of the Power Presence Academy, sat down with Ruth Milligan for a deep dive into the art of effective communication, especially for leaders. This isn’t just about delivering a flawless presentation; it’s about
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Ruth Milligan joins Monday Morning Radio hosted by Dean and Maxwell Rotbart to share transformative insights on becoming a more effective communicator. Ruth emphasizes that powerful speaking is learned, not innate. She introduces six “threshold concepts” foundational to mastering communication: speaking is habitual, embodied, genre-based, social, messy, and dependent on feedback. These principles help individuals
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Ruth Milligan chats with Michael Palmer, host of The Successful Bookkeeper podcast, and shares insights on how professionals, especially scientists and technical experts, can build influence through effective communication. Drawing from over a decade of coaching leaders for TEDx and beyond, Ruth emphasizes the importance of storytelling, clarity, and audience-centered messaging. She notes that while
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Ruth Milligan joins Paola Pascual, host of Talaera Talks-Business English Communication Podcast, to discuss the essence of effective spoken communication. Ruth emphasizes that speaking well is not an innate talent but a practiced skill rooted in structure, clarity, and intentionality. She shares the six threshold concepts from her new book that distinguish average from great
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Ruth joins host Suzanne Roberts on the Purpose For Life podcast to dive deep into the transformative power of effective communication. Their conversation will help you discover how applying threshold concepts can revolutionize your speaking, whether you’re addressing a large audience or engaging in everyday conversations. This episode explores the importance of self-awareness, navigating uncertainty,
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In this inspiring episode, Ruth joins host Julie Berman on the Women with Cool Jobs podcast to discuss her mission to help professionals transform complex ideas into captivating stories. With nearly 40 years in communication-focused roles ranging from political speechwriting to executive pitch coaching, she shares her journey from a college speech major to becoming
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