Episode 187

187: Thinking on Your Feet in Class Discussions and Other Public Speaking Opportunities

The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and Beyond · Law School Toolbox

March 11, 201934m 34s

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Show Notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about thinking on your feet when you're on the spot.

In this episode we discuss:

How practicing mindfulness when you aren't stressed can help you cope when you're on the spot
Why it is not just okay, but important, to take a breath, pause, and think before answering questions
The benefits of asking clarifying questions
Why paying close attention and using active listening techniques is useful
How to handle interruptions and other moments when you have to go "off-script"
Why speaking in class is a skill set that you can (and should) practice
How to project confidence even when you're not feeling it

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