Are you a generator or a reactor? (Public speaking personality types)
Are you a generator or a reactor?\xa0 In this episode I talk about the personality you take on when you speak in public.\xa0 You likely fall into one of two broad categories:\xa0 generators and reactors. \xa0
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Many of the ideas in this episode were inspired by Valerie Geller\u2019s book Beyond Powerful Radio:\xa0 A Communicator\u2019s Guide to the Internet Age chapter two, which is titled, \u201cAre you a Generator or a Reactor?\u201d
Generators are bursting with ideas that come from within, but they can work either alone or with others. \xa0
Some statements that describe a generator:
\u201cA generator is undaunted by a blank page.\u201d
\u201cHas a strong, independent imagination\u201d
\u201cCan easily work alone or as part of a team.\u201d
\u201cHas a lot of ideas and energy.\u201d \xa0
\u201cCan sit in a room alone, and their mind overflows with ideas.\u201d \xa0
Who are some \u201cGenerators\u201d in the world of pharmacy podcasts?\xa0 In my humble opinion, two pharmacist podcasters who come mind:\xa0 Dr. Adam Martin (host of The Fit Pharmacist Podcast) and Dr. Erin L. Albert (host of The Edutainer Podcast).\xa0
Reactors are also creative individuals.\xa0 A reactor \u201creacts\u201d to something as the source of their material.
Some statements that describe reactors:
\u201cA reactor faces a blank page with terror.\u201d
\u201cA reactor can be very funny or comment thoughtfully when paired with a generator.\u201d\xa0 I like to think of this in improv terms.\xa0 A reactor can, \u201cYes, and\u201d very well. \xa0
Reactors \u201creact\u201d well in an interview situation when guests generate for them.\u201d
Being a reactor or a generator is like being right or left handed.\xa0 One isn\u2019t better than the other, however, most people are reactors.\xa0 True generators are rare.\xa0 If needed, a right-handed person can learn to use their left hand, and a left-handed person can learn to use their right hand.\xa0 Could you adapt to be a generator or a reactor if the occasion called for it?\xa0 I bet you could!\xa0 This could apply to any type of public speaking, like leading a session at a conference, working in a group, being a podcast guest, or hosting a podcast.\xa0 Lots of situations. \xa0
During this episode, I discuss:
What would happen if you put a reactor in the role of a generator?
What would happen if you put a generator in the role of a reactor?
What would happen if you put two reactors together?
What would happen if you put two generators together?
Are you a generator or reactor looking to start a podcast?
- Why are you starting a podcast? \xa0
- Who is it for?
- What do you want listeners to do with the information?
In podcasting, knowing some of the common pitfalls, like putting two generators or two reactors together can help.\xa0
- Prepare\xa0
- Ask good questions. \xa0
- Interrupt and redirect when necessary. \xa0
- And remember to deliver the content that your audience wants to hear. \xa0
On my journey from pharmacist to voice actor and podcast host, I have learned that I need something to react to in order to create podcast episodes.\xa0 Identifying and developing your strengths will serve you well in your public-speaking roles.\xa0 Embrace your personality (whichever one it is), do your best with the strengths you have, and challenge yourself to grow.\xa0 Generate for other reactors; challenge generators to react for you; and be the best generator or reactor you can be. \xa0
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Links from this episode
Beyond Powerful Radio by Valerie Geller\xa0
Dr. Adam Martin LinkedIn Profile
The Fit Pharmacist Podcast link
Erin L. Albert LinkedIn Profile
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