[:de]Avoiding physical contact is currently the order of the day, and holding meetings as telephone or video conferences is a great solution. To ensure a presentation just as professional as in a face-to-face meeting, we've compiled our professional tips for you.
The tips are also available in short form to print or forward as PDF
1. In advance
Familiarize yourself sufficiently with the technology. Log in earlierto have a look at the system if you have never used it before. Perhaps a Test run useful to know all the technical pitfalls.
2. Location
Find a quiet location with a tidy backgroundthat you can illuminate well. Decide whether you prefer sit or stand want (both are possible).
3rd position
Make sure that the laptop is slightly higher so that the Camera at eye level if possible or even slightly above you, as this gives a better perspective for the audience. Position yourself in the camera frame so that your Face good to see is and the Head not cut off Make sure there isn't too much space above your head. Get close enough to the lens so that your face is clearly visible while still allowing easy access to your keyboard and mouse.
4. Light
Make sure that your place is as bright as possible – just turn on all the lightsthat are in the room. It should be bright behind you, which creates a more positive impression. However, make sure there is no window behind you where the daylight might be brighter than the room, as this would result in only a dark figure being visible instead of your face.
5. Clothing
carrier no clothes that are too bright or eye-catchingthat could distract from the content of the meeting. Red is especially not recommended as it is difficult to transmit. A discreet, rather muted color such as blue or green is best. White has the Effect that your face looks darker, with black your face looks lighter – both create a contrast to the appearance of the face, so it is better to choose muted colors.
6. Eye contact
Even if you do not see the other participants, depending on the system, you can still use your eyes to get good Establish rapport with the audience, in which you actually have the majority look into the camera instead of your presentation or notes. Keep your Eyes on the webcam, just as you would normally maintain eye contact. To avoid having to constantly look down, it's best not to place your notes on the table, but rather hang them at camera height.
7. Gestures
Due to the size of the screen, the dimensions of your gestures are limited to exactly that size. Keep this in mind and try to align your gestures accordingly. Unless you want to describe something even larger. (“It’s so big, it doesn’t even fit on this screen”).
Remember: Rapport gestures (e.g. visible hands, inviting gestures of both hands while speaking) place one Relationship to the audience, Description gestures (e.g. symbolize “small” or “big” with your hands or count 1, 2, 3) strengthen Your words and your message.
8th voice
The Voice is the most important aspect For a successful video conference session, especially if you're giving a presentation and sharing some information. Especially if you haven't spoken much beforehand due to social distancing, good preparation is key! Drink regularlyto keep your voice from drying out and sing something or lead Self-talk, so as not to be without Vocal preparation to join a virtual meeting.
You can find all the tips here again for download as PDF
The KI.M team wishes you much success for your successful video conference!
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