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Speaker Guide - Live

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Speaker Guide

🎬 Prepare your environment

🎭 Staging

πŸ’‘ Mind your lighting: Place a light in front of you and avoid backlighting (e.g. : a window behind you).
🎨 Neutral background: Favor a clean and professional backdrop.
πŸ“Ή Adjust your camera: Elevate it so it is at eye level.
πŸ”‡ Choose a quiet location: Reduce background noise for better audio quality.

πŸ–₯️ Equipment

🌍 Use up-to-date Google Chrome (⚠️ Internet Explorer is obsolete).
πŸ’» Prefer a computer to host sessions rather than a smartphone or tablet.
βœ… Test your equipment and connection before the event.
πŸ–₯️ A second screen is recommended to manage screen sharing more easily.
🎧 Use a headset or earphones to avoid echo.
βš™οΈ Close unnecessary applications (resource-intensive), disable notifications and ongoing downloads.

πŸ“’ Format of your presentation and tips

🎯 Craft a strong introduction: Present the context and objectives of the session to put participants at ease.
⏳ Allow a few minutes for latecomers at the start of the conference.
πŸ“Š Vary your materials (slides, images, websites) to energize your presentation.
βœ‚οΈ Be concise and impactful: Use short sentences and catchy headlines.
πŸ“– Tell stories: They aid retention and engage your audience.
πŸ’¬ Encourage interaction: Invite participants to ask questions and guide them on dedicated exchange moments.
πŸŽ™οΈ Adopt a natural, engaging tone: The more conversational you are, the more participants will want to interact.
πŸ”‡ Mute your mic if interrupted to avoid unwanted noise.
🎭 Practice beforehand to be fluent and comfortable on the day.

πŸ”— Connection procedure :

Click the link provided in the confirmation email or log in via your online account.
​πŸ‘₯ Join the Live : Depending on whether you are participating or hosting, click the appropriate button to enter the session.

πŸš€ Session start and end :

▢️ Access the Live : Click "Access the live" to test your equipment.

πŸŽ₯ Allow your Camera and Microphone : Follow the on-screen instructions to enable these devices.

a. Video conference : Click "Join" to join the other participants.

⚠️ A video conference is accessible 5 minutes before the scheduled time.

🏁 End the Session : Once finished, make sure all participants have left the session. When the last participant clicks on Leave, the live ends.

🎬 Actions and interactivity during the Session :

🎀 Micro/Camera control :
πŸ”Š Toggle Microphone :
Click the corresponding buttons to manage audio.
​πŸŽ₯ Toggle Camera : Click the corresponding buttons to manage video.

πŸ’» Screen sharing and media playback :

πŸ–₯ Screen Sharing : Choose from three options to share your content :
​1️⃣ Your entire screen for a full view.
​2️⃣ Application window to share a specific application.
​3️⃣ Tab to share a browser tab.
β€‹πŸ“ Share a Media - PDF or Video : Ensure your file is in a compatible format and select it to share.

πŸ’¬ Chat :

πŸ—¨οΈ Interact with Participants : Answer questions via the input area.
β€‹πŸ‘ Reactions : Add a reaction by clicking the emoji to the right of the message.
β€‹πŸ“’ Chat Moderation :
1️⃣ No moderation :
The message is visible to everyone immediately.
​2️⃣ Active moderation : The message is visible only to you until approved.
​3️⃣ Passive moderation : The message is visible to everyone, but can be deleted at any time.

🌟 Conclusion

Ready to shine at your next online event! Use these tips for an interactive and engaging session. Good luck and may every presentation be a success! πŸš€

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