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Spread the Word : Tips for Dynamic Guest Speaking (master class)

key facts

Program

Speaker

Have you ever been approached by a faculty member asking you to be a guest speaker in their class? Have you been told that you have a lot to offer to EHL students and they would love to hear your stories? What was your reaction? Mixed feelings about doing this? Reluctant? Excited? Unsure? Humbled?

In this session, Dr. Laura Zizka, Associate Professor at EHL Hospitality Business School and Co-Director of the Executive Teaching Fellowship program, will unlock the mystery to becoming a better, sit-on-the-edge-of-your-seat guest speaker.

With over 22 years’ experience of teaching (and based on a dynamic style of her own), Dr Zizka will share some key insights and practical tips on how to improve your guest speaking gigs to make the students more interactive on the day and the faculty members more excited to ask you back!

Don’t miss your chance to share this moment with her.

Key facts

Duration
60 minutes

Location
Online (Microsoft Teams)

Format
Master Class (online)

Event Date
July 9, 2024 (12:30 - 1:30 pm CET)

What key insights will you gain?

Crafting Contextual Content

Create content that matches the context

Embrace Audience Interaction

Welcome opportunities for audience interaction

Master Q & A Strategies

Discover effective strategies for engaging Q&A sessions

Program

12:30 - 13:15 Presentation

13:15-13:30 Q&A

Speaker

Laura Zizka

Laura Zizka, PhD, is an Associate Professor at EHL with over 20 years of international teaching experience. Holding a PhD in Management from Walden University, she instructs courses for EHL Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management, Master’s in Hospitality Management, and MBA in Hospitality. Her diverse portfolio of courses includes Communication & Culture, Academic Writing, Crisis Communication Management, and more. Her expertise spans Communications, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Higher Education in hospitality and STEM, emphasizing a commitment to academic integrity. Her philosophy of teaching is three-fold: Continuous education, application of transferable 'soft' skills, and positive social change. Beyond the classroom, Laura assumes leadership roles as the Chair of the Examination Board and a dedicated Peer Pedagogical Coach. Her commitment to fostering a culture of learning is evident through her dynamic engagement in animating seminars and workshops on teaching and learning topics for students and staff alike. Laura is a proud member of esteemed academic networks, including the Swiss Faculty Development Network (SFDN), British Academy of Management (BAM), and Academy of Management (AOM). Her global impact extends to presenting papers at international conferences and contributing as a discerning reviewer for prestigious academic journals.

Why our event is for you?

Whether you are just starting out in guest speaking or looking to enhance your presentation skills, Dr. Laura Zizka is here to help you uncover the secrets of delivering dynamic presentations that leave a lasting impact on your audience.

Event Registration

The event is free, and there are no admission conditions.

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