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Importance of the venue

• If possible practice your delivery style from the podium or stage to familiarize
yourself with the surroundings and see how well your voice carries. You can ask a

colleague or one of the venue staff to make sure those at the back can hear you
clearly. If they can’t, practice adjusting your delivery until you can be heard.
Remember that your voice will carry less well when the room is full.

• The degree to which you can control the room will vary depending on your level of
involvement with the organization of the event, when you are speaking, and

whether it is a standalone presentation. If you are first to speak after a break or
lunch you will be able to ensure the lights and heating are suitable. Even if you
follow another speaker don’t be afraid to ask for adjustments to be made.

• Make sure you have control of the room and remove anything that detracts

significantly from your presentation—for example, is it too bright for people to see
your slides? Is the room too stuffy? Does the seating arrangement make it difficult

for you to make eye contact? Use the time in your ‘pre-introduction’ to settle the
audience and get the room as you want it; your audience will appreciate your

consideration and be more attentive.

Seating Plan Options

“U” or “n” shape

Theater

Classroom

Cabaret

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