We solve the

TECH-TALK

problem

Do you ever see eyes glaze over when you or the folks on your data, security, development, sales, or other technical teams start talking? We teach you and your teams how to communicate complex topics so everyone can understand.

What does Tech-Talk Translator™ certification include?

FOUNDATIONS Certification

  • Demonstrate understanding of Tech-Talk Translator™ principles, techniques, and tools including:
    • Translating what YOU say
      • Recognize personal usage of technical jargon
      • Identify your audience's tech fluency level
      • Demonstrate the IMPACT of tech decisions to non-technical decision makers
      • Use shared experiences (metaphors) to explain the IMPACT of tech decisions
    • Translating HOW you say it
      • Use the appropriate rate of speech when speaking
      • Avoid monotone monologues
      • Incorporate gestures when talking in meetings
      • Stay focused on topics during meetings
    • Translating what THEY say
      • Ask effective questions to identify customer business requirements
      • Pay attention to non-verbal cues
      • Assess communication effectiveness based on what happens afterwards
    • Translating what THEY see
      • Be the focus for in-person meetings
      • Be the focus for on-camera meetings
      • Avoid text-heavy slides
      • Incorporate visual slides to support your talk track
      • Guide your audience through complicated slides
  • Complete 17 self-paced 10-15 minute video lessons 
  • Complete 4 quizzes

PRACTITIONER  Certification

  • Demonstrate all skills and aptitudes included in FOUNDATIONS certification
  • Practice and apply Tech-Talk Translator™ skills in LIVE-virtual setting with peers and expert course instructors
    • Practice answering questions in non-technical language
    • Practice explaining your product, project, or service quickly in non-technical language
    • Practice preparing and presenting slide presentations based on your product, service, or project in non-technical language
    • Receive over 90-minutes of individual, real-time feedback

What does Tech-Talk Translator™ certification cost?

Self-Paced Video Course w/FOUNDATIONS Certification

$249

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  • 12-month access to 17 premium video lessons
  • Downloadable Tech-Talk Translator™ Toolkit
  • FOUNDATIONS certification upon completion
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Individual Live-Virtual Program w/PRACTITIONER Certification

$998

Next Cohort: September 8, 2025

  • Weekly video lessons & quizzes
  • Approximately 9-hour time investment over 6 weeks
  • Downloadable Tech-Talk Translator™ Toolkit
  • Three LIVE-virtual practice sessions with peer feedback and individual coaching from our experts 
  • PRACTITIONER certification upon completion
ENROLL NOW

Group Live-Virtual Program w/PRACTITIONER Certification

$8,982

Certification Offering

  • Full Tech-Talk Translator™ Live-Virtual Program w/Certification for up to 9 people* 
  • Customized scheduling for your organization
  • Live-virtual coaching sessions customized to your organization's industry, values, and goals

*larger group pricing available

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Welcome to Tech-Talk Translator™

a collaboration between the Professional Communicators and The Idea Garden
  


6 Weeks

Get your tech team certified as Tech-Talk Translators™ and speaking with their prospects, clients, colleagues, and leaders instead of over their heads in just 6 weeks! 


Weekly  Video Assignments

Participants complete weekly video assignments and learn key tech-talk translation tools to prep them for our live-virtual sessions.


Live-Virtual Feedback  Sessions

Participants practice their new tech-talk translation tools with our communication experts and get live feedback and coaching in three dynamic application sessions.

See Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Here

Tech-Talk Translator™ LIVE-Virtual Program w/Certification

Invest in yourself or a tech star on your team with Tech-Talk Translator™ Certification!

$998.00 USD

"You're only as good as you communicate."

Vinh Giang

$998

Introductory rate: $749*

 

Upskilling your communication skills is one of the most significant things you can do to increase your influence in your tech career. In just 6 weeks, this program will differentiate you in your industry! 

What you'll get in the course:

  • Weekly video lessons
  • Quizzes
  • 3 LIVE-Virtual practice sessions with individual coaching

What you'll achieve in your life:

  • Tech-Talk Translator™ Certification
  • Increased confidence meeting with non-technical clients, colleagues, and leaders
  • Differentiation in your industry (great at tech AND great at communication!)
  • Stronger relationships and more influence in your professional life
  • A community of peers you can grow with as you continue your journey

 Introductory rate valid through July 7, 2025

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Group Live-Virtual Coaching Program w/certification

beginning at $9,998

Introductory rate beginning at: $6,741*

Bring Tech-Talk Translator™ to your organization and experience communication transformation!  This introductory pricing includes:

  • Full Tech-Talk Translator™ Live-Virtual Program w/Certification for up to 9 people
  • Customized scheduling for your organization
  • Live-virtual coaching sessions customized to your organization's industry, values, and goals

Each participant receives weekly video assignments, Tech-Talk Translator™ Certification for participants, and live-virtual practice sessions with individual live-virtual coaching from our communication experts. 

Introductory rate valid through July 7, 2025

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What People Are Saying

Our students' success speaks volumes.

"Thank you for meeting us where we are.

Alex Rhodes

Computer Programmer

"I was nervous about learning to code, but these courses are amazing!

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Student at MSU

"I have taken 3 courses so far and can’t wait to take more.

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Self-Paced Video Course

$249

Introductory rate: $124*

Not sure you're interested in certification or live coaching, but you want to get better at communicating with non-technical clients, colleagues, or leaders? No problem! Take our self-paced video course and start learning these skills today!

The course includes 17 transformational lessons you can take at your own pace and a Tech-Talk Translator™ Toolkit, you'll be well on your way to differentiating yourself as an effective communicator in your career. 

Introductory rate valid through October 1, 2026

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