From the course: Public Speaking Foundations
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Say yes to the microphone
From the course: Public Speaking Foundations
Say yes to the microphone
- If an event coordinator offers you a microphone, use it. Test it first, and if it works, by all means use the mic. In my experience, the main reason presenters become microphone shy is because they are secretly afraid of it. Sometimes it's fear of the unfamiliar. We're most accustomed to hearing our voices without amplification. With a mic, our voices can sound loud and imposing to our own ears. If you're not familiar with the sound of your amplified voice, it can sound intimidating or even too loud. Also, a speaker may not be familiar with the actual microphone itself. This is why running an audio check prior to the presentation is so important. The sound check isn't merely to make sure the equipment is working. It's often even more important to make a speaker comfortable with using the microphone. Always take a few moments before your presentation to get familiar with the mic. In many large scale venues, you…
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