Taylor Johnson

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@MayaAnderman Yes! I like that it was self-defeating, but still thoughtful and positive towards Harvard, while keeping with her humor style.

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

Amy's use of humor was effective in both highlighting her serious, important points, as well as in making the audience laugh #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

It is interesting how Larry did not once break his "character"&/story about Steve, even at the end, when I thought he might #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@Larakay1294 agreed--because people already know his comedic style, he was able to use that to make a more creative and bold speech #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@MayaAnderman Agreed! The demonstration was extremely helpful, especially since I don't know much about cooking :) #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

I didn't know about the study spots in the public policy building that @MayaAnderman showed us, good to know! #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@dancedream_wan I agree! He makes his speech relatable through his humor & works to align himself with how the audience might feel #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

Kowan not only turns his weakness into a strength, but does so by adapting to the audience, which is very effective #COMM204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@lraphzz Definitely! Taylor had a fun speech topic that kept my interest throughout #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@comm204 Malik's presentation for why student athletes should be paid was informative&his personal experienced helped the argument #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@MayaAnderman Agree- it's so important to argue for both sides first in order to see the faults in each argument&help your rebuttal #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

Emma's explanation of a warrant as an assumed/unstated link really clarified its meaning for me. Also #TheDress is #blackandblue #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@Larakay1294 Yes!An emotional connection to a topic goes a long way, especially if an audience can tell the speaker genuinely cares #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

When a speaker knows she's talking to a receptive audience, it's key to include a way to follow thru w/ an action before leaving #COMM204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@tatia_pacey Agreed- such a great topic to choose! I also have seen The Secret and fully believe positive thinking is the way to go #COMM204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@MayaAnderman 's speech on women's representation in awards season was eye-opening & the real statistics listed kept my attention #COMM204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

The TMobile commercials were funny, but I am not sure if they appealed to majority of the Super Bowl fans, definitely some though #COMM204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@MayaAnderman Good point - I think it was a pretty effective spot for the trailer to be in and reached a lot of potential fans #COMM204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

@Larakay1294 Yes, positivity goes a long way! & sometimes being nervous can help, too, in motivating a speaker. #comm204

[Taylor Johnson @tayloralisonj]

CR is critical in understanding the audience's perspective & that you're your own worst critic-most audiences are there to support #comm204