how to give the perfect live video talk

How to Give the Perfect LIVE Video-Talk

Video Conferencing Tips from the Experts at Jolt

Normal Talk:Choose a nice outfit, floss and show up a

couple of minutes early.

Video Conference:You are responsible for crafting the scenery

and taking care of the technology.

It’s Not Rocket Science

It’s rock-it science.

Choose a clean, quiet, well lit place(conference rooms are often a good idea)

Location Location Location

All distractions.Visual and audio.

Minimize Distractions

Choose a location with a fast, reliable Internet connection.(If possible, use a desktop computer or a cable internet connection)

And Have a Backup Plan.

Get the Technology Right

The Set Up

Modern Laptop with HD Camera(An apple Macbook is especially good)

The Set Up

You want your computer to be at its fastest(without apps running in the background)

Reboot Your Computer

The Set Up

The audience should see your head and most of your torsoLook at the camera and not at the screen to make eye contact(Tip: place the live image of your audience as close as possible to the camera)

Place Camera at Eye Level

The Set Up

Tape important notes on your screenA table for optimal lighting

A clocketc.

Prepare Everything You Need Ahead of Time

The Set Up

● Tweak the set up● Test the connection● Check the camera and the lighting● On the big day, set everything up at least half an hour earlier

Take a Trial Run (Or Two)

Dress NiceBe a Professional

It’s a live talk

Engage with Your Audience

Engage with your audience

● Introduce yourself● Ask everyone to present themselves (in case there isn’t too many

people)● Present the topic and set expectations● It’s a conversation, not a lecture● Plan (set time for questions, conclusions and other engagements)

And Make Sure You Turn Off the Camera When You are Done

Well Done. You Can Now Give the Perfect

Live Video-Talk. It’s Time to Start Giving Them.

Read our article on How to Prepare for LIVE Video Talk