Like all other speakers, Toastmasters have become avid Zoom users. In order to get the most out of it they should consider the following tips:
- Look at yourself when you are on Zoom. Do you look like a ghost like figure, almost in the dark? Is your face on the bottom of the screen? If you are too dark consider enhancing the lighting in the room that you are in. Centering your face is as easy as adjusting the camera/screen that you are looking at. Your appearance online is VERY important.
- Know how to use Zoom. Too many speakers are called upon to speak and have no idea how to take over. Learn. Practice. Wasting time is bad enough, looking like a dope is much worse!
- Using PowerPoint, Keynote, Google Slides, or mmhmm is an essential part of speaking on and off line. Learn how to use the app that you will be using!
- Photos are an important element of Zooming. Using photos that you have taken are the best!
Before you go on Zoom at a Toastmasters meeting…learn the basics.