Soft Skills for IT Pros

TMW04 How to (Not) Fail as a Conference Speaker

11/19/2025

9:30am - 10:45am

Level: Introductory

Greg Altman

Cloud Engineer

Microsoft

Want to start presenting at conferences but are afraid you'll fail? Join me for a relative rookie's view of what has and has not worked. Learn to avoid the pitfalls caused by inexperience and gain insights into becoming a successful conference speaker. This session covers essential tips and tricks for overcoming imposter syndrome and avoiding common pitfalls, ensuring you deliver impactful presentations.

You will learn:

  • effective tips and tricks for successful speaking
  • How to overcome Imposter Syndrome
  • How to identify and avoid common pitfalls in public speaking