No longer a captive audience

A virtual audience isn’t a captive audience. Your audience is at home, in their bedrooms, walking the dog, or on social media.Virtual meetings are also not "conference calls" where everyone dials in, mutes their phone, and goes about their business.No, in a virtual meeting, you have to look and sound good to be interesting and successful.

What’s distracting YOU during virtual events?

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You are "ON STAGE"

None of these participants have any idea how unprofessional they may look to others in their Zoom meetings.Virtual meetings mean you are your own director, audio engineer, set designer, and lighting director.You don’t have a crew to help you.So, check your sound, lighting, and background before beginning.And check your camera angle, so you know you’re looking your best, unlike these examples.

Presenting successfully via Zoom or other virtual event sites is not intuitive.With proper training, you can be as effective as the most persuasive TV talent.Be the best participant in the Gallery.

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Ray Franklin will work with you in a fast-paced session, teaching fundamental aspects of successful virtual presentations – from lighting, sound, and overall image of professionalism.Dozens of tips you won’t find anywhere else – in one 30-minute virtual meeting.Sign up for blog updates.

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Basic Streaming Gear - Starter Kit

Always start with sound. A microphone you can place no more than a few inches from your mouth - talking across it, not into it.Add a simple earpiece. This could be an earbud but prefer wired. The advantage is everything you hear is clear and at a volume that doesn’t impact anyone else.Lighting - The best lighting is facing a window. Always avoid a window at your back or side. Overhead lights paint a shadowed image, not good for communication. I suggest a basic ring light first, then add some sort of accent light on the surface (wall) behind you.

Testimonials

"Ray Franklin's combined skills as a speech coach and audience advocate have helped YUM! Brands execute productive and interesting meetings from Dubai to Singapore and most major venues in the US. I've seen him work on-site many, many times, and I've benefited from his guidance myself. He helps novice speakers be successful; and elevates skilled presenters to the next level."Greg Creed - Former CEO of Yum! Brands
(Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and KFC)

“Ray Franklin has helped me for years on how to give the best presentation to maximize my message. Whether to a luncheon of 100 or commencement with 8,000 attendees, Ray has a unique ability to educate a presenter on what audiences both large and small want.”“Utilizing over 30 years of experience with events of all sizes, Ray Franklin has been an important advisor to me for presentations of all varieties. Whether on a stage for a college commencement, a luncheon of friends or in front of television cameras in the Courtroom, Ray’s vast knowledge and common sense manner have been a tremendous asset to me in my professional career.”Ryan Vescio
Former Assistant District Attorney

"When you are presenting on stage, you are very glad Ray is there to advise you and oversee the production."Pete Bassi
Retired Chairman, Yum! Restaurants International

"Every leader should aspire to inspire others, and delivering an engaging presentation is truly a key to lighting the fire in others' hearts. Effective communication is critical to building a successful career, and this book is a must-read for anyone wishing to improve their speaking skills."Peter Waller
Retired President and COO, Corinthian Colleges

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