The Contingency Planning Framework
Be prepared for anything
The Contingency Planning Framework involves identifying potential risks and developing plans to mitigate them. It involves being prepared for unexpected situations and having a plan in place to handle them.
- Identify potential risks and develop plans to mitigate them
- Be prepared for unexpected situations
- Have a plan in place to handle challenges
- Risk AssessmentIdentify potential risks and challenges that could arise during communicationPro tipUse a risk assessment template to help identify potential risksWarningDon't underestimate the potential risks
- Contingency PlanningDevelop plans to mitigate potential risks and challengesPro tipPractice contingency planning with a partner or groupWarningDon't overplan - leave room for flexibility
The Job Talk at Stanford
A professor who spilled water on his laptop during a job talk, but handled the situation calmly and professionally
OutcomeHe was able to recover from the mistake and deliver a successful talk
Lack of Planning
Failing to develop a plan to handle potential risks and challenges
Overplanning
Overplanning and leaving no room for flexibility
The Contingency Planning Framework is rooted in the idea that being prepared for unexpected situations can help individuals communicate more effectively and reduce stress.
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