Role Playing As A Tool For Successful Conversations

Personally, I love role playing... ::exaggerated pause:: no not that kind, but the kind where you sit down with a colleague, manager, friend, or family member and practice your presentation or interview answers. Personally, I've done this too many times to count and it helps me:

• Find holes/missing pieces in answers or thought process.

  • This gives me an opportunity to course correct, solidifying my talk track and building confidence in my responses.

• To make sure responses are fluid.

  • How often do you have a thought that makes sense to you but not to someone else?

• Relieves nerves.

  • Role playing familiarizes you with the information you're sharing out loud.

• Prepare for additional questions and comments.

  • Fumbling responses can throw a conversation off, if you don't have an answer make sure you know how to set expectations.

• Set expectations for the conversation

  • I like to know where I'm heading in a conversation. Set a goal and make sure your conversation can guide you towards it. I'm not saying push an outcome, but speak with a purpose.

I've used this sort of role playing in all aspects of my life and can attest to it working so long as you take it seriously. Think of it as light coaching in a no-pressure situation that can help you be better in a situation with a bit of pressure.

If you ever need a practice conversation, some thoughts or really just want to chat about your career goals, message me directly or put some time on my calendar.

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