1. 1. Adolph Kaestner Speakers Infrastructure
2. 2. Presentations Master Class Phase 1 Speech Development Purpose Audience Analysis Structure Writing and Tools Test and Notes Phase 2 Speaking Skills The 8 Speaking Skills The 7 Speaking Fundamentals Basic Props Basic Venue & Stage Speak and Evaluate Phase 3 Presentation Skills Presentation Tools Creating Presentations Basic Multimedia Handouts, Questions & Facilitation Present and Evaluate Phase 4 Multimedia Skills Venue & Stage Management Microphones & Sound Systems PCs , Data Projectors and Video Video & Audio Clips Props Phase 5 Specialist Presentations Sales Financial Technical Product Launch Your Need ?
3. 3. Cell Phones Switch Them Off Please
4. 4. Podium / Lectern
5. 5. Laptops
6. 6. PC Specks 1 CPU = i5 / i7 Technology CPU Speed = 2,2ghs ++ Ram = 3 + gb 15 or 17 SXGA (WXGA) Resolution Screen Hard Drive = 320 gb + High End - Graphics Card High End Sound Card DVD Player + Recorder Built In Camera and Speakers
7. 7. PC Specks 2. External Hard Drive = 500gb or 2 tbt Portable Hard Drive = 250gb or 500gb USB Hub 4-6 ports Flash Disk 1to 4 gb Battery
8. 8. Printers
9. 9. Data Projectors LCD vs. DLP Globe Life Resolution Min XGA Desired SXGA + Ansi Lumens Min 2,000 Desired - 2,500 + Noise Level Portability Size Weight
10. 10. PC / Projector Stands
11. 11. Presenters Mouse
12. 12. Microphones and Sound
13. 13. To Use or Not To Use ? Not A Question! Protects Voice Range Volume Whisper Tapping Special Effects A Friend not your Enemy
14. 14. PC Speaker Systems
15. 15. PC Speaker Output
16. 16. PA Speaker Systems
17. 17. Corded Microphones
18. 18. Wireless Microphones
19. 19. Direction Uni - Directional Omni - Directional Cordiods Less background noise - good for Speakers Stereo - Shotgun etc
20. 20. Frequency and Channels UHF VHF CB Radio Channels Police Taxis Channels Single Multiple
21. 21. The Sound Engineer
22. 22. Connectors
23. 23. Plugs & Connections
24. 24. Cables
25. 25. Cables 2
26. 26. International Plug Set
27. 27. Practice Make Perfect Skype Headset PC Handheld - Karaoke PC Speakers HI-FI Set DVD Players PA System Boardrooms School Church Hotels Venues Friends with Equipment
28. 28. Practice Make Perfect (2) Opportunities Your choice to use or not User or Avoider Always use where available Venue Find out what is available up front Send YOUR requirements up front Get there at least 90 Minutes early
29. 29. Clothing Jacket Ties - Not Silk Belts Pants Pockets Not T- Shirts Not Closed Dress Name Badge Lanyards Cord / Thin belt / String /Panties/ G-String
30. 30. Common Mike Problems
31. 31. Popping Pop-Filter Practice P & B Sounds Away from Mike When Mike is too Close to Lips
32. 32. Breathing Heavy Breathing Nerves Slow Down Lower the Volume output Controlled on PA Systems by Engineer Yoga Breathing Techniques Stop -- Catch Breath Have a Drink of Water
33. 33. Electronic Speakers Feedback Pointing the Mike at Speakers Standing in front of Speakers Volume too high Covering the mike Distortion Volume too high Mike 2-3 Inches (3-8 cm) away from mouth
34. 34. Usage Errors 1 Mike to Close to Lips / Mouth Mike to FAR from Lips / Mouth Moving Head away from Mike Mike Covered by clothing Using Mike as Pointer Walking away from Mike on a Stand/Lectern Not Testing the Mike and its settings before usage Poor In-House Systems Old - not working - not tested - cracking
35. 35. Usage Errors (2) Lapel and Headset Mikes Getting Unclipped Falling off P A Systems No Engineer Available Not knowing how it works Not Working - venue don't know either Poor System and Poor Speakers etc
36. 36. Usage Errors (3) Batteries Going Flat Have spares with you Not Switching Off Wireless Mikes Going to Toilet Backstage or Offstage Private Conversations Blaming the Equipment You should have checked it out before using it
37. 37. The Power of the Mike
38. 38. Video
39. 39. P C Cam and PC Lights
40. 40. Video Production
41. 41. Digital Recorders
42. 42. Digital Camera
43. 43. Facilitation Tools
44. 44. Timing Devices
45. 45. Business Card Scanners
46. 46. Flip Chart, Whiteboard, Screens
47. 47. Banners and Signs
48. 48. PC Bags
49. 49. Goodie Bag
50. 50. Clock / Timer Water Bottle Headache / Antacids/ Runny Tummy / Eye Drops / Plaster / Medication / Remote Mouse / Pointer / Whiteboard Pens Batteries Cables Spare Shirt Prestik Name tags / Desk Stands / Paper / Pens Check Lists Presenters Goodie Bag You Cannot be Over Prepared
51. 51. Insurance All Risks Business Use Cover All Equipment Clothing Motor Vehicle Business Use Cover Medical Aid Business Cover International Cover All Risks / Motor/ Medical etc Travel Local and International
52. 52. Adolph's AV Check List Equipment Required P C with PowerPoint Other Software (e.g. Excel) Data Source Stiffy Drive CD Rom VCD DVD Flash Disk Using OWN P C Remote Presenter Mouse Laser Pointer Data Projector Data Projector Resolution Speakers for P C Sound Sound System Screen DVD Recorder VHS Video Recorder Overhead Projector 35mm Slide Projector Flip Charts Flip Chart Pens White Boards White Board Pens Microphone Needs Corded Lectern Corded Roaming Lapel Head Set Audience Special Lighting Lectern Table Water and Glass Other : - Please Specify
53. 53. Props Relevant Value Add Enhance Visual Input Size Backup
54. 54. Using Props
55. 55. Props and Audience Reactions
56. 56. When Murphy Strikes Room is Wrong No Set Up Time Time Shortened Audience Size Incorrect Brief Blackout / Power Shedding PLI - Previously Lighted Area Equipment Failure Mess on Cloths Be Prepared for Unexpected
57. 57. Venue and Stage
58. 58. Conference Venue
59. 59. Dinner Venues
60. 60. Seminar Venue
61. 61. Seminar or Training Room
62. 62. Training Room 2
63. 63. Training Room 3
64. 64. Training Room 4
65. 65. Workshop Room
66. 66. Facilitation Room
67. 67. Boardrooms
68. 68. Outdoor Venue
69. 69. Classroom
70. 70. U Shape
71. 71. Round Tables
72. 72. Theatre
73. 73. Boardroom
74. 74. Odd Shaped Rooms
75. 75. The Stage
76. 76. Presenter Area Setup Screen Audience Data Projector Audience Audience Audience Audience Audience
77. 77. Presenters Table
78. 78. Presenters Table 2
79. 79. Keynote Stage Management Prop
80. 80. Venue Musts Location - Visit the day Before Your Stage Space Practice / Dry Run Numbers / Size The Seating Plans Locate and Know Technicians Equipment and Testing (Back Ups) Domestics Toilets/Smoking/Fire/Lunch Be There at Least 2 Hours Before
81. 81. Using Multimedia Clips Sound Clip Video Clip Product Demo Graphic Acceleration Settings (Win XP) Vista Dual View Issues Add Impact, Fun, Variety
82. 82. Sound Clips SAMRO Legalise Usage
83. 83. Video + Movie Clips Take Your Passion & Make It Happen
84. 84. Product Demo Clip Public Domain Clips
85. 85. Demo Slide C
86. 86. Speaking with Props
87. 87. How We Learn Visually = 40% By Touch = 40% Auditory = 20% No Props & Visuals = 80% Loss ?
88. 88. ListenHear Appeal to the Senses Look Observe Smell Speak Interpret
89. 89. Thank You Web: www.adolph.co.za Web: www.mentorzone.co.za e-Mail adolph@adolph.co.za Tel: 011- 794 -5352 Cell: 082 - 493 - 9093