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Some thoughts about lightning talks: It's not about cramming as much information as possible in there. I look at it as an invitation for others to see you out and chat.Permalink On twitter.com
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So oftentimes, I ask myself what is the most intriguing thing about my work that will make people curious about it.Permalink On twitter.com
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If you have a figure that summarizes your research and workflow, use that to drive your talk. Again, work backwards and prune mercilessly.Permalink On twitter.com
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If you're looking to work with people on a project, say that. If you want people to give you feedback on a project, ask that. Having an action or an ask that you want people to take is a powerful driver of a lightning talk.Permalink On twitter.com
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Science is getting more and more collaborative. It doesn't need to be a lonely pursuit. Doing a lightning talk could be the thing that gets you to think outside the box.Permalink On twitter.com
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When you make your work accessible and understandable to an audience outside of your field. the gratitude of your presenters can be a powerful driver of collaboration.Permalink On twitter.com
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Thinking about a wider audience forces you into a rethinking cycle, which can be really helpful in forcing you to be innovative. And that is why I value beginners and the humility of teaching an introductory class.On twitter.com
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Of course, you need to find a space where you feel comfortable, with a minimal amount of know-it-all assholes and *_splainers. (Just know that underneath it, they are super insecure and they derive what little self-worth they have from this behavior.)Permalink On twitter.com
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But I digress. Lightning talks are also helpful in modularizing how you present your research and work. So if you have the opportunity to do a lightning talk for a friendly group, you should go for it.Permalink On twitter.com