Author: radamdavidson
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Look at the Camera
One tip I find myself giving preachers in these COVID-19 days: Look at the camera. I know it feels strange, but the more you look directly at the lens, the more connected your people will feel. Nobody wants to be glanced at, nobody wants to be read to. To really connect, you must imagine your […]
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Preaching Without Notes
It can be done, but it’ll take some risk. Have you noticed how speakers who don’t use notes seem smoother, more vibrant, more connected with the room? There’s good reason for that. Eye contact is critically important for people. We make a lot of judgement calls based on non-verbals, especially body language, and very especially […]
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Is it ok to use my iPad for my speaking notes?
Handheld screens are everywhere now, including in the hands or on the podiums of a presenter. It’s available, it’s convenient — but is it effective? I’ll cut right to the chase: I don’t think it’s a good idea to speak from your digital device. Here’s why: It will fail Battery charged, wi-fi’ed, saved on the […]
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