What’s So Special About Ted Talks?

Bare with us while we tell you a little about the origins of TEDTalks: this organization was founded by entrepreneur Chris Anderson, born to missionary parents. He was educated inside the climate of India and Pakistan, in schools emphasizing the importance of intercultural awareness and communication. The purpose of his organization, stated as such from the beginning, was to spread ideas, using their power to make a difference in the world, providing what The Guardian has called intellectual food to all those willing to listen.

What is so attractive about Ted: it employs very charismatic speakers that share their impressive stories for the sake of raising awareness on many contemporary issues of great interest.You can listen to the testimonials of successful entrepreneurs, survivors of abuse or accidents, teachers, activists, adrenaline junkies and many, many more. So imagine the whole range of human experience that comprise the speeches and rest assured that these will impress you more often than not.

Some other- closer to home reasons- behind our suggestion are: the easy-to-pick-up language, the expressions, as well as the always funny and relaxed register of the discourses which make up delightful examples of efficient and eloquent public speaking.

Of course, not everybody is a fan. There have been voices claiming that the TED approach oversimplifies everything, by tackling deep issues in a somewhat superficial way. But the general response to it is more than positive. You can’t overlook the fact that impressive, honest experiences are at the core of TedTalks. And we bet there’s a speech out there for you, too. Any issue, any curiosity you may have, you are sure to find at least one story to edify or help you through. One of our favorite quotes from what we’ve rummaged through so far is: “No significant learning can occur without a significant relationship.”. What’s yours?