Tools and Settings
INTERNET
Hard-Wired High Speed Internet (Preferred)​
(please) DO NOT
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DO NOT splice together previous recorded webinars.
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DO NOT record your presentation with a live video thumbnail of you presenting (unless specified).
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DO NOT mention the specific date. These presentations will be gated on the Nth Channel, following the event, so keeping it date-neutral is best. Instead, use words like "today".
RECORDING
We recommend utilizing a webinar or meeting platform
Recording directly in Microsoft PowerPoint can be used as a last resort
AUDIO / MICROPHONE
BEST (Recommended)
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USB headset connected to your computer
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Headphone and USB microphone connected to your computer
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GOOD
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Analog headset connected to your computer
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Headphones and analog microphone connected to your computer
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NOT RECOMMENDED
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Laptop microphone and speakers
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External speakers and USB webcam microphone
Recording Your Presentation
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Presentation
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Create an 8-minute, engaging PowerPoint presentation supporting your subject matter.
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Use the PowerPoint template HERE for your presentation, and utilize the standard opening and closing slides.
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Record Audio
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Record audio over your PowerPoint Presentation.
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Make sure the initial presentation is only 8 minutes long.
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Record and submit TWO separate recordings of your presentation so we may splice and edit if needed.
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If the Nth Marketing team notices any errors or issues, we may ask for a full or partial re-record.
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Helpful Tips:
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The first 10-15 seconds sets the tone for your presentation.
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Please assure each slide is legible, with a minimal amount of text.
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​Please ensure you greet the audience with fervor and maintain an energy throughout.
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Presentations come across most organic and interesting when the speaker does not sound like they are reading, but instead as if you are presenting in a meeting.
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Pre-Recorded Q&A
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Leave the last 2-mins of your presentation for a pre-recorded Q&A. Answer a question or two that you feel is a hot question – answer it in your 2 minutes.
- Your entire presentation should total 10 minutes (maximum) = 8 minute presentation + 2 min Q&A.
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Helpful Tips:
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Suggested verbiage: I’d like to cover some of the most frequently asked questions in the last few minutes of my presentation. We will open up for all other questions during the Q&A portion.
SPEAKING TIPS
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Practice! Whether you’re reading your script word for word, or following cue cards, you’ll need to rehearse in order to inject proper tonality and personality in your words.
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Speak slowly and enunciate.
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Avoid questionable language and controversial topics.
PREP YOUR SPACE
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Mute other devices and turn off vibrate.
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Inspect your room for anything that produces noise.
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Close doors and windows in the room to avoid any outside noise.
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Take off any jewelry that could make noise when you move or could cling to the table.
TECH TROUBLESHOOT
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Check your presentation and make sure your sounds and slides are working properly.
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Close applications running in the background of your computer.
Event Day
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All speakers must login to the webinar at least 30-minutes beforehand. 
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Log in with the unique organizer or presenter log-in sent to you from the webinar platform. 
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At this time, we will give you a tour of the platform and do a quick sound check.
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Eliminate all sources of noise (see above).
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Log in from your phone (mute) as well as computer, in the case your computer fails.
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Please do not type on your keyboard when speaking. 
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Prevent echo by muting out when other speakers are presenting, do not use computer’s built-in mic or speaker, and avoid using speakerphones and mobile devices.
If you have any questions
pre-event,
please email speakers@nth.com.
If you have any problems the day of the event, please contact:
Katelyn Stonehouse
Helen VanLingen
Marketing Specialist
helen.vanlingen@nth.com
Cell: 858-253-7947