Tips and tricks how to speak at conferences
summary
Trainer since 1995 condenses hard rules: never lie, always export to PDF as a backup, and test HDMI and resolution because PowerBI needs Full HD or its UI is unusable. For demos use checkpoints so a failed step can be skipped; record a local demo video if the internet dies. Virtual events require camera, lights and a good mic; use simple headset tools like ZoomIt for on-screen drawing. Concrete failures include a 300-person mismatch and a 400-person laptop–beamer failure.
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chapters (23)
- 0:00Introduction
- 1:49Preparation is essential
- 3:35Never lie and avoid PowerPoint cars
- 5:23Presentation styles beyond slides
- 8:28Virtual events and demos challenges
- 9:09Dress code and distractions
- 10:55Equipment testing and backups
- 13:25Resolution and HDMI issues
- 15:34Microphone types and pitfalls
- 17:24Internet and audio backups
- 18:54Pre-speech setup and relaxation
- 20:40Body language and stage presence
- 21:45Eye contact engagement
- 22:28Handling questions and tough audiences
- 23:52Dealing with smarty pants and students
- 24:54Stage fright and timing
- 26:40Backup content strategies
- 27:46Voice care and mic use
- 28:49Feedback and self-recording
- 29:53Speaking in foreign languages
- 30:17Biggest mistakes and failures
- 31:22Engaging virtual meetings
- 34:16Creative breaks and engagement
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