Getting physical
make better contact with the audience. Some will also stand at the side and casually put
one elbow on the side of the lectern, presenting a friendly,
relaxed pose to the audience. When using this technique, here
are some tips:
· Be careful not to step out of range of the microphone.
· You may want to arrange in advance to be equipped with either a handheld microphone,
or a "lavalier" mike, which hangs around the neck or clips on to the lapel. The latter offers
extra freedom to move out from behind the lectern and also frees up the arms and hands
for more gestures.
· Another type of microphone is a "remote" mike. There are two styles: A cordless battery
operated microphone, and a miniature microphone that clips to the tie, blouse, or coat
lapel with a wire leading to a portable power pack that clips to the waist.