
A Guide to Developing Virtual Presence
Virtual Presence for Authentic Digital Communication
by Susan A. Moore
Everyone knows how to use virtual technology. Turn on your microphone and camera and you’re ready to work! But what if the virtual image you present is inadvertently hurting your career? How would you know?
Virtual presence is more than just what you are wearing, and presenting a professional virtual presence is more than just the technology you use. Creating a virtual presence involves developing a set of soft, hard and technical skills that allow you to bring your true self into your digital communications.
A Guide to Developing Your Virtual Presence is your guide to understanding the skills and technology needed to create an authentic professional presence. This short ebook is packed with tips, techniques and knowledge that will improve your digital communication.
This book is for:
- Executives and leaders in Human Resources, Finance, Marketing and Sales who present virtually
- Professionals who are preparing for virtual interviews
- Professionals who want to improve their visibility in remote or hybrid organizations
- Speakers, Coaches, Trainers and Healthcare professionals who work with clients virtually
Table of Contents
- Virtual Presence
- What is Virtual Presence?
- Virtual Presence Versus Personal Brand
- The Physical Elements of Virtual Presence
- The Essential Skills of Virtual Presence
- Now Try This
- Setting the Scene
- Your Audio
- Five keys to better audio
- Assess Your Audio
- Your Video
- Camera Equipment
- Camera Usage
- Camera Placement
- Common Problems with Camera Placement
- Positioning Yourself in the frame
- Assess Your Video
- Your Lighting
- Specialized Lighting Considerations
- Light Sources for Video Conferencing
- Assess Your Lighting
- Your Surroundings, Live and Virtual
- Live Backgrounds
- Assess Your Physical Background
- Virtual Backgrounds
- Assess Your Virtual Background
- Let the Camera Be Your Coach
- Now Try This: A One Minute Video
- Virtual Presence in Practice
- Engagement
- Building Trust
- Expressing Empathy
- Showing Respect
- Collaborating
- Demonstrating Leadership
- Common Problems with Virtual Presence
- Now Try This
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