Subject: Self-introduction Dear Professor Brad Blackstone, I hope this letter finds you well. My name is Chung Zhi Sheng, and I am one of your students in the critical thinking and communicating module. Having graduated from Singapore Polytechnic with a Diploma in Civil Engineering, I decided to pursue a civil engineering degree conferred by the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). My interest in civil engineering is driven by my desire to contribute to the development of new infrastructure that can positively impact society. I believe that this module will provide me with the necessary skills to communicate my ideas more effectively, which is essential in the field of civil engineering. In terms of my communication strengths, I believe that I am clear and concise in conveying information. For instance, I can break down complex ideas into easily digestible chunks, focusing on the most important points and avoiding unnecessary jargon. This is particularly helpful when communica...
Good day Zhi Sheng,
ReplyDeleteGood effort on the video! We enjoyed your pacing throughout the video. When giving a pitch, try to avoid using formal/written language such as "in conclusion", rather switch to a more conversational style. The volume of the video was also lacking and try to be more relaxed and give more hand gestures. Good watch!
Hi Gordan, thank you for your feedback and for taking the time to watch my video pitch. I appreciate your positive comments on my pacing and will definitely take your advice on board regarding using a more conversational style and avoiding formal language like "in conclusion."
DeleteI'll also work on improving the volume of my voice and incorporating more relaxed hand gestures in future presentations.
Your insights are valuable to me, and I'll strive to implement them to enhance my pitching skills further.
Thanks again for your constructive feedback!