In some instances, an area may experience more than 250 mm of precipitation annually, but is considered a desert climate because the region loses more water via evapotranspiration than falls as precipitation (Tucson, Arizona and Alice Springs, Northern Territory are examples of this).
In contrast, 1  TED-style talks are personal. The only reason to give a TED talk is that you feel passionately about something, and your sense of purpose creates an energy boost for both you and your audience. 2  TED talks often take us on a journey.
How Simon Sinekâs TEDx success made him think deeply about trust. In 2009, Simon Sinek gave the talk âHow great leaders inspire actionâ to an audience of 50 people in a small room at TEDxPugetSound. It quickly became the second most-watched talk on TED.com.