Number 20 of 52 Compelling Communicators: Tanya Gadsby
May 20, 2013
Tanya Gadsby is a graphic recorder. Her
Linkedin profile describes that role as someone who creates conceptual
maps of conversations LIVE during meetings & events. She actually draws maps
of dialogue on large sheets of paper on the wall in view of everyone.
“When people see their words appear before
them in concise graphics and text, they feel their thoughts are validated, and
this creates a safe environment for dialogue to flow naturally. Graphic
recording encourages people to build on ideas, explore concepts, and forge new
clarity and understanding.”
Talk about compelling.
Here is a sample of her work:
I can quickly see what happened at this
meeting without reading a lengthy report. I understand the key discussion areas
in a visual, engaging way.
Way more interesting and informative than
snippets of me giving the speech.
As our world gets more and more accustomed to
six second videos, 12 second sound bites and 140 characters we will need to
find ways to pack in more information in ways that keep people engaged. Graphic
recording, infographics and compelling visuals will play an important role in
our communications landscape.
An agenda for a meeting might set the tone
for an enjoyable day:
Tanya has a bachelor of Fine arts, Theatre
and Creative Writing. You can find out more about her work at drawingoutideas.ca
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Tanya is very talented and a great communicator. We're currently working with her and are amazed at her abilities.
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