I've been getting into TED talks and TEDx talks. most people in today's economy know what I'm talking about, but for those of you who don't, I'll give a brief primer. the "TED" in TED talks is not a name like most people assume. no, it is actually an acronym for technology (T), entertainment (E) and design (D). and the "x" in "TEDx" is just denoting that the gathering is an independent TED talk event that is separate from the main TED talk conference, but it still adheres to the standard TED talk format...still with me?
the only binding rules about TED talks and TEDx talks are that they have to fit within the allotted 18 minute time frame, and they have to be about almost anything. accounting, stocks, creativity, productivity, global issues, climate change, exercise, political musings, scientific discoveries, pseudo-scientific discoveries... the list goes on. and on.. and on!
I was thinking that I have a lot to say on important subjects, and that it would definitely be beneficial to others if I said those things in a format that is easily consumable, like a TED talk or TEDx talk. they are short, so you can queue up a dozen of them and binge them. or you can just catch one if you only have an 18 minute (or less) block of time... dare I say, convenient?
I guess you could say watching TED talks and TEDx talks is my newest hobby. like any good hobbyist, I would like to take it to the next level and try my hand at the competitive scene. maybe I will try to give a TEDx talk at the next TEDx talk event near me. I'll keep you updated.
-frank
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