Best Ted Talks

The Top 10 Most Popular TED Talks

• Ken Robinson – How schools kill creativity.
• Simon Sinek – How great leaders inspire action. ...
• Brené Brown – The power of vulnerability. ...
• Dan Pink – The puzzle of motivation. ...
• Dan Gilbert – The surprising science of happiness. ...
• Susan Cain – The power of introverts.

What are the top 5 most viewed TED Talks?

#	Name	Total TED talk Views
1	Brené Brown	67,874,050
2	Simon Sinek	68,562,075
3	Amy Cuddy	60,720,729
4	James Veitch	87,856,830

What is the most watched TED talk ever?

The most viewed TED Talk is “Do Schools Kill Creativity?” by author and educator Sir Ken Robinson, from February 2006. He challenged the way children are educated, arguing for a radical rethinking of how schools cultivate creativity, and an acknowledgement of multiple types of intelligence.

Who is the best TED talk speaker?

The 10 Best TED Talks Of All Time

• Susan Cain – 'The Power of Introverts'
• Amy Cuddy – 'Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are' ...
• Tim Urban – 'Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator' ...
• Hans Rosling – 'The Best Stats You've Ever Seen' ...
• Brian Cox – 'Why We Need the Explorers' ...
• Dan Pink – 'The Puzzle of Motivation'

How do I find good TED Talks?

Feed your curiosity and enjoy TED Talks on your favorite devices. Watch TED Talks on the go or at home with our award-winning mobile, tablet and smart TV apps. Listen to TED podcasts for a variety of original content, or use voice commands to play TED Talks on your smart speaker.

What is the difference between a TED and a TEDx?

The only thing you have to decide is which to watch first, leading many first-time viewers to ask, “What's the difference between TED and TEDx Talks? Essentially, TED Talks are aimed at a global audience while TEDx talks are designed for smaller, local audiences.

What is the most inspirational TED Talk?

Top 10 TED talks that'll change your life

• 1) Elizabeth Gilbert – Your Elusive Creative Genius.
• 2) Amy Cuddy: Body Language. ...
• 3) Tom Thum: The Orchestra In My Mouth. ...
• 4) Dan Gilbert: The Surprising Science of Happiness. ...
• 5) Brene Brown: The Power of Vulnerability. ...
• 6) Malcolm Gladwell: Choice, Happiness & Spaghetti Sauce.

What does TED stand for?

A TED talk is a recorded public-speaking presentation that was originally given at the main TED (technology, entertainment and design) annual event or one of its many satellite events around the world.

Why do TED Talks last 18 minutes?

We ask that you keep talks within a time limit of 18 minutes to uphold TED's celebrated format of concise and enlightening talks. This short talk model works, since it only demands the audience's attention for a short period of time.

Do you get paid to do a TED Talk?

TED does not pay speakers. We do, of course, cover travel costs and provide excellent hotel accommodation -- as well as a covetable pass to all five days of TED. Most speakers stay for the whole conference, soaking up the talks and connecting with other attendees.

Are TED Talks worth it?

TED Talks can teach you about how to think critically about new or difficult information which is a skill that will benefit you almost immediately. Listening to experts present can also help you grow as a leader by providing you with advice about how to lead others and yourself with confidence.

What is Brené Brown's most famous TED Talk?

Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability | TED Talk.

Why is TED Talk so popular?

One of the most important factors in TED talk's vast popularity is that they are available online, anytime, to anyone, and for no cost. While the original TED conferences were more elite and expensive to attend, now anyone can benefit from the information and inspiration, even if on a limited budget.

How much do TEDx speakers make?

Neither TED or TEDx pay speakers to be on their stage. TED conference team covers the travel costs, hotel accommodation and gives a speakers' pass to all five days of the conference.

How much does it cost to join TED Talks?

So for the first time in our 34-year history, we're turning to you, our global online audience, to ask you to consider supporting TED financially. We're suggesting a monthly contribution of $5. If this is unaffordable right now, you can choose to pay whatever you wish.

What age are TED Talks for?

If you are under the age of 13, you may not create a TED.com account, but you are welcome to watch TED Talks and enjoy the site. If you are under the age of 16, and from the European Union (“EU”), you can only create an account if you have verifiable parental consent.

What are the seven types of TED Talks?

When searching for speakers, you can keep in mind these seven different types of talks — not every speaker's talk has to be exactly the same.

• The big idea.
• The tech demo. ...
• The performance. ...
• The artist's statement. ...
• The “dazzle with wonder” ...
• The small idea. ...
• The “issue” talk.

What are the 5 ways to listen better TED Talk?

Julian Treasure, 5 Ways to Listen Better, Ted Talk (July 2011). ... Five ways to listen better:

• Be silent. Spend three minutes a day in silence.
• Hear. Listen to the individual sounds that contribute to the mix of sounds in a noisy place. ...
• Savor. Find the joy in mundane sounds; they can be really interesting. ...
• Adjust. ...
• RASA.

Can anyone talk at TEDx?

Yes, TEDx organizers want people with ideas worth sharing. But they also want good speakers. They need to see proof that you've got what it takes to keep an audience riveted for 15 minutes. If you're a first-time or amateur speaker, try to find some smaller speaking opportunities first.

Can anyone go to TED?

Attendance at a TED Conference is by both application and invitation. We read every application, and actively seek out leading thinkers and doers across a wide range of fields. Visit this page to learn more about how you can apply to attend a TED Conference.