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Hey #FaciliFam, this week, letβs talk about something thatβs not just for news anchors: teleprompters. You might think, βI donβt read scripts; I run workshops.β Totally get it β but hear me out. Teleprompters arenβt just for scripts β theyβre a secret weapon for presence, flow, confidence and connection. Let's break down why and how. Teleprompters β SimplifiedA teleprompter puts your notes, outlines, or even the Zoom gallery right in front of your camera using reflective glass. That means real eye contact, smoother delivery, and full presence The magic? You stay naturally engaged β and your audience sees a confident, connected you. Why You Should CareIf you're facilitating often, hardware prompters are a serious upgrade. Hereβs how they support you: βοΈ See your participants β Zoom gallery + real eye contact βοΈ Stay on track β Outlines without losing flow βοΈ Record with ease β Fewer retakes, better pacing, natural delivery βοΈ Host like a pro β Prompts and names where your eyes are βοΈ Look confident β Sound natural, stay present, avoid distractions Which Teleprompter Fits You?Letβs talk hardware prompters β the go-to choice if you're facilitating regularly, recording content, or hosting high-impact virtual sessions. These mirror your content in front of the camera. β You see your session outline, chat, Zoom gallery, or even your SessionLab timeline β right where your eyes naturally go. π₯ Your camera sees just you, fully present and making confident eye contact. The Elgato Prompter β My All-In-One SetupI personally use the Elgato Prompter with the free Elgato Camera Hub software β itβs intuitive, and fits seamlessly into my facilitation setup. Why I love it: βοΈ Built-in screen β no tablets needed βοΈ Single USB-C β clean desk, no fuss βοΈ Displays anything β scripts, Miro boards, Zoom gallery, you name it Bonus: It acts as an extra display. One can never have too many displays. π‘ #FaciliHack: Display the Zoom gallery in your prompter β so you can lead the room while reading the room. π Thinking of leveling up? ππ Check it out here β I use it daily, and always recommend it!Smooth, simple, and 100% Facilitainer-approved. π Other Hardware Picks for Tablet Users
Bonus: Software-Based TelepromptersThere are also plenty of software-based teleprompters β perfect for scripts, notes, or talking points. βPromptSmart Pro (voice-tracking), Teleprompter Pro (drag-and-drop customization), EasyPrompter (free, browser-based), and OBS Teleprompter (great for OBS setups) are just a few handy options. π‘ FaciliHack: Place your prompter window or the gallery just below your webcam to (kind of) fake eye contact. π© Want a deeper dive into teleprompter software in a future issue?β π Real Use Cases for Real Facilitatorsπ’ Virtual Workshops β Keep your agenda visible while staying present π’ Online Trainings - Run complex sequences without losing your place π’ Video Tutorials β Record with visible prompts and minimal retakes π’ Podcasts β Keep conversation cues flowing naturally π€‘ Enough SaidUpcoming EventsWant a sneak peek of what to expect? πMehdi, Alex, and I joined Nathy on her podcast βThereβs a Workshop for That!β ποΈ Watch the full episode below β and subscribe if facilitation podcasts are your jam! π€ π¬ More from the Facilitainer on YoutubeNew on YouTube: Watch, like, and subscribe if it helps you level up! π¬ Got Thoughts or Questions?Tried something from this issue? Curious about a tool? Have a tip or topic you'd love me to cover? Just hit reply β I read every message, and I love hearing from fellow facilinerds like you. π |
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