Virtually present with empathy

This was a webinar training session focused on improving virtual communication skills with the help of storytelling. The session was designed to provide practical tips and insights on how to effectively communicate and present in a virtual environment. The training was particularly timely given the current global health crisis which has led to an increase in remote work and virtual communication.

*Topics*

*Virtual Communication Challenges*
--Discussed the challenges faced by individuals and organizations in the current global health crisis.
--Reviewed the importance of effective virtual communication in the current climate.
--Addressed questions and concerns related to virtual communication.

*Technology and Virtual Communication*
--Discussed the importance of reliable technology in virtual communication.
--Reviewed tips for ensuring stable technology, including having a backup plan in case of technical failures.
--Discussed the importance of good quality audio and video, and the benefits of investing in good technology.

*Voice and Body Language in Virtual Communication*
--Discussed the importance of voice and body language in virtual communication.
--Provided tips for using voice effectively in virtual communication, including articulation, tone, inflection, and vocal variety.
--Discussed the importance of body movements and posture in virtual communication, even when the audience cannot see the speaker.

*Building Connection with the Audience*
--Discussed the importance of building a connection with the audience in virtual communication.
--Provided tips for engaging the audience, including making eye contact, giving the audience time to absorb information, and setting communication expectations upfront.

*Key learnings*
--The importance of empathy in virtual communication: speakers need to prioritize the needs and experiences of their audience.
--The role of technology in virtual communication: having reliable, high-quality audio and video technology is crucial.
--The importance of voice and body language in virtual communication: speakers need to use their voice effectively and pay attention to their body movements and posture, even when they are not visible to the audience.
--The need to build a connection with the audience: speakers need to engage their audience, make eye contact, give them time to absorb information, and set communication expectations upfront.

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[raulmartin]

You guys are so generous for sharing this webinar with all of us!!. THANK YOU

[marthadelcampo]

Thank you very much for all this information. This is so useful

[cherylfarrell]

Important strategies to consider for effective presentations. Thank you.

[charlespereira]

Hello Guys, I just started to make a lots of Webex in the company that I work with and fortunately I found your tips/advices for Virtual Communication. Thanks a lot for great video and have a great day. Take Care.

[georgekatsinisAFC]

In this presentation - the presenter is the most important, the slide is secondary. Change the view to 50:50 so presenter is much LARGER. Makes it easier for speaker to gesture, facial expression, eye contact (with camera), etc... I was disengaged 10 minutes in because I could not connect with presenter's face.

[louisemcsharry]

This is so useful - could you provide timestamps for the segments?