Blueprint to Your First (or Next) Tech Speech in 2026!

The series starts here Monday. Each day, you’ll learn a step to help you go from “Who, me? Speak?” to giving your first (or next!) super‑awesome tech talk, with confidence and vocal (#accent) clarity.

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#PublicSpeaking #technology #TechConferences #AccentReduction

We all feel that flutter before stepping up, but research shows that recognizing stage‑fright as natural can flip anxiety into energy. One tip from the blog: pinpoint your triggers—like audience size—and rehearse with a concise outline to stay grounded. Curious how you turn nerves into confidence? Check the full post for more.

https://presengage.com/blog/fear-of-being-watched/

#PublicSpeaking #StageFright #Confidence

Ever felt stuck when asked to speak on the fly? 🎤 Real‑time guidance tools can boost confidence by up to 30% and keep audiences engaged. How do you tackle impromptu moments at work? Dive into our latest post for practical tips and see the data. 👉 Read more and share your tricks!

https://presengage.com/blog/impromptu-speaking/

#PublicSpeaking #Impromptu #Productivity #Communication

New #cfp added for RenderATL in August 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-renderatl/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

New #cfp added for DevBcn in June 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-devbcn/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

Year-end desk cleaning, and look what I found buried 😄
My first year with AWS Open Source and the @OpenSearchProject has been rather busy.
Happy New Year! Can't wait to see what y'all again in 2026!
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#devrel #publicSpeaking #opensource #advocacy

Dream of speaking at OWASP? Join our FREE session, “So You Want to Be an OWASP Speaker!” Learn to nail your CfPs, deliver epic talks, and own the stage. Curiosity required, lifelines optional!
https://owasp.glueup.com/event/so-you-want-to-be-an-owasp-speaker-virtual-event-163522/

#OWASP #AppSec #upskill #publicspeaking #cybersecurity

What turns a nervous first-timer into a confident conference speaker? Let's find out. This the last Foojay Podcast of 2025 and also the last one with interviews recorded at the Devoxx and JFall conferences. Maybe you're already thinking about your goals for 2026: organizing a meetup, submitting your first conference talk, or taking a bigger…...
#conference #JUG #podcast #publicspeaking
https://foojay.io/today/foojay-podcast-88/

New #cfp added for Zurich JS Conf in September 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-zurich-js-conf/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

Feeling nervous about a last‑minute talk? 🎤 Learn how to read the room, start with a story, and use humor to win over any audience on the spot. Quick tips + tools like PresEngage for real‑time Q&A. Want the full playbook? Check out the blog for step‑by‑step tricks to engage instantly. #Presentation #PublicSpeaking

https://presengage.com/blog/mastering-the-impromptu-presentation-how-to-engage-any-audience-instantly/

#Presentation #PublicSpeaking

📣 #PyLadies community:
CFP for PyCon US is closing soon! Don't miss out on this opportunity to present at the conference. Next year PyCon US is in Long Beach California. They also have travel grants to help cover the cost of traveling to the conference.

https://us.pycon.org/2026/speaking/guidelines/

#PyLadiesVancouver #CFP #PublicSpeaking

🌟 Make 2026 the year of your first speech. Or your next speech!

🌟 Tech companies: 2026 can be the year that more of your employees shine on stage to give back to the community and elevate your brand image.

#PublicSpeaking #TechConferences #technology

New #cfp added for NG Poland in November 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-ng-poland/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

New #cfp added for JS Poland in November 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-js-poland/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

New #cfp added for AI Poland in November 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-ai-poland/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

Want a team that talks, listens, and decides faster? 🎤 Our latest blog shows how public‑speaking workshops turn anxiety into confidence, sharpen clarity, and tighten collaboration. Discover practical tips and real‑world results. Dive in for the full scoop!

https://presengage.com/blog/public-speaking-workshops-near-me/

#PublicSpeaking #TeamWork #Communication #Leadership

New #cfp added for Commit Conf in June 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-commit-conf/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

New #cfp added for NDC Toronto in May 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-ndc-toronto/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

New #cfp added for Java Day Istanbul in April 2026.
More details at https://cfp.watch/cfps/2026-java-day-istanbul/.

#cfs #callforpapers #callforproposals #speakers #callforspeakers #publicspeaking #speakerlife

This is not the first time I've listened to Charles Dickens' great great grandson.

The man can control the attention of a room the way our middle school principal can only dream of.

#PublicSpeaking is a skill.