Sets the stage for what you can expect: a comprehensive, practical, and engaging course designed to help you distill your research into a compelling 180-second presentation.

With insights from my experience as a psychoaudiologist and public speaking judge, you'll gain clarity, confidence, and the skills needed to excel not only in the competition but throughout your career.

Uncover the rules that keep your 3MT performance eligible, and the judging criteria that help it soar. I guide you through the five essential rules you must follow to avoid disqualification, then lifts the curtain on the scoring system used to evaluate your presentation.

You'll walk away with laser clarity on how to structure your preparation to align with the exact goals of the competition.

Before your audience can understand your research, you need to. This foundational module flips the script by focusing on clarity for the speaker, not just the listener.

Whether you're overwhelmed by too many ideas or unsure where to start, this module clears the fog and gives your 3MT talk a solid, confident foundation.

You know your message, now it's time to make sure everyone else can follow it too. In this module, I tackle the single biggest trap 3MT contestants fall into: the "curse of knowledge".

By the end, you'll know how to become a "master translator," using simple phrases and analogies that build an instant bridge between your research and your audience's world.

Explore why stories resonate with audiences, what common mistakes to avoid, and how to structure a story that sticks.

You'll learn how emotion, character, and change create memorability, and how to use the story mountain to build your own.

Learn whether you should write a script (spoiler: yes!), how to craft it powerfully, and which speech structures will best help your message land.

From rhetorical devices like repetition and metaphors to transitions, editing techniques, and high-impact beginnings and endings, this module equips you with everything needed to turn a good talk into an unforgettable one.

In this essential module, I break down one of the most defining and unique features of the 3MT: the single, powerful slide.

You'll learn why having a slide isn't optional (even if it technically is), and how to create one that supports, enhances, and clarifies your message rather than distracting from it.

Whether you're showcasing data, a metaphor, or a striking image, this module helps ensure your slide works for you, not against you.

This module shifts the focus from what you say to practice and preparation. Learn the essential techniques to transform your script into a confident, compelling performance.

From mastering nerves and eliminating filler words to recording yourself and seeking smart feedback, this module is packed with high-impact strategies for real-world delivery.

This module unpacks how to command the stage with powerful body language, without sacrificing your authenticity.

Learn to strike the perfect balance between natural delivery and intentional performance.

Finally, discover how to transform adrenaline from a source of fear into fuel for confident expression.

In the voice module, I guide you through unlocking the full potential of your voice, a major tool in your public speaking arsenal.

Learn how to control volume, pitch, articulation, and pacing to elevate your message and captivate your audience.

You're just one module away from the final step, and this penultimate lesson might just give your talk that extra edge.

In this module, I explore how humour, used thoughtfully, can elevate your 3MT performance. Discover the power of laughter to make your audience more engage.

You'll learn when and how to use humour wisely, why it works psychologically, and how to balance a light touch with meaningful content.

While it may seem like an afterthought, your attire could be what differentiates you from the rest.

You'll learn how to dress for comfort, credibility, and confidence, while managing nerves, mic placement, and... sweat! From fabric choice to first impressions, this is the finishing touch that can elevate your entire 3MT experience.

We wrap up the journey with heartfelt encouragement, practical strategies, and a final dose of motivation to help you shine on stage.

With a few daily minutes of practice and a mindset of service, you'll be ready not just to speak, but to connect, inspire, and leave your mark.

You've done the work. Now it's time to deliver... and have fun! Let's SMASH the 3MT!