As virtual presentations have become the norm, the quality of them has not. Whether you're an executive, a team lead, or someone just trying to create social media content, these 10 tips will help you optimize your content for retention, engagement, and impact.
Rich Bracken is a keynote speaker, podcaster, TV personality, and executive presentation coach who has conducted 100's of presentations and keynotes. Since the pandemic, Rich has added a number of global virtual keynotes for associations & corporations on presentations and public speaking, emotional intelligence, leadership, and client service.
You can learn more about Rich, and bring his keynote to your group, by visiting richbracken.com.
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Coming in Clear? 10 Tips for Virtual Presentations
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Front light whenever possible
Back to window = close the blinds
Use a lamp when natural light isn't good
#1
Get the light right
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Test your view for clutter & distractions
Virtual background or blur
#2
Boost your background
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Proper sharing is caring
Mute button
Reactions
Chat
Dry run/rehearsal
#3
Test the tech
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Look directly into the camera lens
Be aware of multiple monitors
Camera at eye level, no exceptions
#4
Love the lens
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Face, neck and shoulders in shot
Be loose but not mobile
Don't cut off your own head
#5
Frame your face
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Test your speaking volume with someone
Be mindful of where your microphone is
Set up the same way you practice
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Mic check 1,2
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Authenticity > authority
Happy people retain info, bored people don't
If you don't care, why should I?
#10
Be yourself & have fun
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Experience
Keynote speaker
Podcaster
TV personality
News contributor
Executive coach
Presentation design
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