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Importance of the venue

Layout

The importance of the room’s layout cannot be underestimated. Layout is composed of a

variety of aspects—size, coloring, lighting, position of power points, doorways, work sur-
faces, and any refreshment facilities. As the presenter your main concern is how these
things impact your ability to perform.

This is easiest to control when you are giving a standalone presentation, but there are
things you can do in other situations. It is a good idea to arrive early to familiarize your-
self with the set up and decide how best to work within the constraints you have. As the
presenter you are by default in control of the room so make sure you remove any dis-
tractions—for example, by closing open doors or windows that might otherwise divert
people’s attention.

Layout issues
Power Points Doorways

Heating &
Privacy Work Surfaces
Lighting

Size & Color Seating Plan Refreshment
facilities

You should pay particular attention to the position where you will present from and the
location of any support equipment. By standing in this position you can check the line of
sight to your audience.

Are there any barriers that might prevent your audience seeing you clearly, such

as columns or projection equipment? If so, can you alter the position of these
obstacles or the seating arrangement?

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