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Litmus test: If you couldn't use any technology in your talk, would it still be good?
• If so, then great. But if not, then your talk itself still needs work.
The pros of using slides...
• Your notes can be on the screen so it may be easier for you to know where you're going
• Can be a great enhancement for key points • Great tool for humor (funny images/videos)
The cons of using slides...
• There are 7928357987 things that could go wrong :) • If it doesn't work, you may start to panic • The room/setup may not have what you need
If you're going to use slides...
• Use slides to add/reinforce what you say not to repeat yourself
• Do NOT read off the slides • Stay focused on the audience when you show slides • Avoid using stock images (impersonal = boring = lame) • Remember that less is more • Get there early to test everything
Resource for Creating/Using Slides:
• "Resonate" and "Slide:ology" - Nancy Duarte • Pecha Kucha 20 x 20 (http://www.pechakucha.org/)
Wired Handheld Microphone
• Pro: generally very reliable because they're hardwired into the system
• Con: limited by cable length for where you can go • Tips:
• Make sure you have enough cable for where you want to move
• Make sure the cable won't get caught on anything
Wireless Handheld Microphone
• Pro: allows you more freedom to move • Con: not always reliable...can be very spotty in certain
rooms/settings • Tips:
• Cheap wireless mics do not work well. • When in doubt, stick to a corded option
Wireless Lav Mic
• Pro: great for speakers who want to use their hands • Con: can also be very spotty and unreliable at times • Tips:
• Test different volume levels that you speak at (you can't control how close it is to your mouth once it's set)
• Run cable through front of shirt and attach pack to your back waist
• Make mic as inconspicuous as possible
Wireless Countryman Mic
• Pro: generally nicer and more reliable than other wireless options
• Con: if not fitted properly around your ear, they can come loose and fall off
• Tips: • Move your head and arms around a lot during run-
through to make sure it is stable to your head • Run cable down back of shirt • This is my personal preference for a mic
What to do when mics decide they hate you...
• Don't panic. It happens. • If it doesn't bother you, it won't bother the audience. • Always have a plan B • The show must go on. Be ready to be loud.
Cameras
• In bigger settings, remember most of the audience will be looking at you on a screen not you on stage
• For key points, talk directly to the camera • Know where all cameras are at • Make sure crew knows if they need to zoom in/out at any
specific points of presentation
Countdown Timer/Confidence Monitor
• Confidence monitor is only necessary when using slides • Pay attention to the time you've been given • You can also ask the client to give you some indication of
10, 5, 1 minute remaining
Remote Control
• If using slides, you need a remote • Use the remote as an extension of your hand • Recommend getting your own remote
Music
• Music is a great tool for creating energy before a session starts
• Music works well in a workshop if people are in small groups discussing something
• Simplest thing to do...set the mic next to your phone/iPod
Working With Event Planners With Tech
• Be easy to work with without being a pushover • Ask for what you need ahead of time (we use a basic rider) • Set yourself up for success without being a jerk