Effective Communication Principles

In this interactive session, you will gain invaluable insights into the art of communication, empowering you to convey your research with confidence and impact. This session will discuss the key principles of effectively communicating complex research knowledge to various audiences. We will consider strategies to increase clarity and ensure relevance for various audiences by simplifying language, avoiding jargon, and distilling complex ideas into digestible insights. Focusing on audience needs and the significance of your key messages, the workshop will provide you with strategies for maximising the reach and resonance of your research.

By leveraging effective communication principles, you'll enhance your academic journey, amplify the significance of your work, and forge meaningful connections that extend the influence of your research beyond traditional boundaries. For those embarking on the 3MT journey, this is an excellent starting point to start considering how you’ll structure your talk and the key strategies for making the most of your three minutes on stage.

Facilitated by Dr Wade Kelly is a Senior Lecturer in the Researcher Development Academy at Deakin University, specialising in developing researchers' impact and engagement capability across the career span. An influential contributor to the impact discourse in higher education, Dr Kelly brings extensive experience advising university leadership, faculties, institutes and funders on strategically embedding impact into policy, practice, and culture.

*Please note this for Deakin University researchers only.