Hey #Facilifam, if youβre looking to level up your setup - to look sharper, sound clearer, and run smoother sessions - this week might be your moment. Iβm not here to shout "PRIME DEALS! BUY NOW!" in all caps. Just a friendly heads-up: many of my favorite tools are on sale, and they genuinely help you show up more confidently and professionally in every virtual session. ποΈ Sound First - Audio Matters MostStill using your notebook mic and wondering why people keep asking, "Sorry, can you repeat that?" Your voice deserves clarity and depth - no robot vibes allowed. Here are some deals to save your audience from auditory discomfort No bells and whistles necessary - just one thatβs better than whatever you're using now. They'll hear the difference the moment you speak. π€€ π₯ Look Sharp Without TryingUsing your built-in camera needs to stop. NOW! π€¬ Enough with the blurry, grainy, or off-center you! Your audience deserves crisp, clear video (and so do you!) Treat yourself to some sharpness and flexibility. You'll feel the difference - and so will your audience. π π‘ Let There Be (Great) LightDarkness is your friend - but only if you're Batman. π¦ Bad lighting makes even the best camera and content feel flat. Balanced, soft light helps you look energized and clear. Even the Dark Knight knows: 3-point-lighting starts with one good light. One step at a time. ποΈ ποΈ Control Upgrade - Just One Button AwayIf your virtual facilitation feels more like digital gymnastics, it's time for an easier path. π€ΈββοΈ Stream Decks make everything simpler, smoother, and one-button-easy. One tap is all it takes - save your energy for audience engagement. IYKYK. ππ½ π€€ Tips and TemptationsI've updated my full gear list with all the tools above - plus a few extras worth exploring. Itβs a curated hub of what I use, trust, and recommend - whether youβre just getting started or upgrading piece by piece.
β π‘ Some tips before you click around: ππ½ If you're not picky, check different colors of the same product - prices often vary. ππ½ All links should lead to your local Amazon store automatically, but deals and availability may differ by country. β π Oh ... and one last thing ... Feeling the urge to buy everything? You might be experiencing G.A.S. - Gear Acquisition Syndrome. Itβs the very real urge to buy gear you donβt need ... but definitely want. β That being Said ... Happy facilitaining! ποΈ Upcoming EventsReady to level up beyond screen sharing and breakout rooms? These live sessions are packed with hands-on tips, clever tools, and plenty of Facilitainer energy to supercharge your virtual game. ππ½ π¬ More from the Facilitainer on Youtubeπ While youβre there, donβt forget to like, comment, and subscribe - it helps more facilitators find the good stuff! π€‘ Enough Said |
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π Hey #FaciliFam, The Virtual Experience Masterclass kicks off in just a few days - and if your sessions still feel more stressful than smooth, this is for you. We start Monday, June 30 There's always a smarter, more engaging way to run virtual sessions - and you probably feel that too. Your content is solid. You've got the experience. And your sessions already work.But maybe they could flow a little smoother. Feel more polished. Leave a stronger impression. That's exactly why I created the...
Raise your hand if you've ever nailed a session ... but totally forgot to ask for feedback because ... well ... life. π€·π½βοΈ You deliver value - but what really drives momentum for your business? Clients sharing the results you helped them create. Thatβs social proof - and it sells better than any slide. The problem? We forget. We delay. We overthink. Last week, I briefly mentioned one of my go-to tools: Senja - the platform that makes collecting testimonials fun, fast, and frictionless. What...
Hey #Facilifam, many of you run online sessions every week. So when a tool comes along that makes them smoother, faster, and way less stressful - I pay attention. The official Zoom Plugin for Stream Deck just launched, and its full of features designed to save your flow (and your sanity). Here's why it matters - and how you can try it for free, even if you don't own a Stream Deck (yet). π Why This Matters As a facilitator, trainer, or speaker, your focus should be on people - not on menus....