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Master the Art and Science of Video Presentations

In this era of distancing, delivery of effective video presentations represents one of the crucial skills many businesspeople must master. Videoconference presentations should not only be glitch-free, but clearly and persuasively conveyed to audiences. This requires a little bit of both art and science. Sit back and let us present you the top techniques in producing video presentations so effective, they're almost like being there.

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CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLATFORM, GET FAMILIAR WITH FEATURES

In preparing for your talk via video, you'll want to ensure it's as flawless as an in-person presentation. Begin by choosing a stable, fast ethernet connection and established video platform, like Zoom or GoToMeeting. You’ll hold your audience’s attention better when you support your presentation with compelling graphics or images. Practice sharing these visuals on screen before your presentation. Also learn to mute and unmute members of the audience, a key task if encouraging audience members to voice feedback .

We zoom in on top techniques for making successful videoconference presentations, investigating both technical aspects and presentation skills

The wrong lighting can prove a distraction to audiences. Experiment with different placement and types of lighting before your presentation. It’s best to use an auxiliary light in front or to the side of your face. Avoid overhead lights. Use natural light, if available..

Read ZOOM MEETINGS FOR BEGINNERS: A Step by Step Illustrated Manual to Using Zoom for Video Conferencing, Webinars, Live Streams and Mastering Online Meetings, by Johnny Cott.

If taking questions from your audience, look at your screen when listening to questions, then at your camera when answering the queries.

Email or call us at 708-246-4211 to learn and leverage the top techniques for successful videoconference presentations via Zoom, GoToMeeting and other platforms.

KEEP PRESENTATIONS ORDERLY WITH CHAT, REACTION FEATURES

When presenting in person, it's easy to acknowledge reactions and take questions from attendees. That's not as simple when presentating by videoconference. Happily, most videoconferencing platforms feature buttons letting your audience applaud, raise hands or submit written questions to be addressed at session's end. Gaining familiarity with these features can help make audience members feel part of your presentation. An easy way to take questions is to open your chat feature, then read and respond to each question written by audience members..

These recommendations are all among the more technical aspects of presentations via videoconferencing. Just as important are several other presentation strategies calling on skills appropriate for both in-person and video talks. Read further for specifics.

• Give agenda to audience. In many in-person presentations audiences are alerted ahead of time to the upcoming program and its subject areas. This remains equally or more important in video. Email beforehand the program agenda, with time, link and outline.
  
  
• Choose apt setting, attire. Your videoconference presentation should impart a tone of understated professionalism. Choose a quiet area with a neutral backdrop. Wear business attire featuring solid colors, except white or black. They don’t look good on camera.
  
  
• Surmount camera concerns. To maximize engagement with participants, look directly into the camera so you can maintain eye contact with them. If you look at their faces on the screen, it will appear that you’re looking down and they won’t be able to see your eyes. It helps to attach a picture of a family member or friend atop your computer, positioned right about the camera. Imagine you're presenting to that person. Smile genuinely. And to gauge audience reactions, just glance down at their faces on your screen periodically.