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I think tips 1,3,4 and 5 help me to improve my communication online. #1: take a time to center on myself helps me to be confident on the meeting session. #3: Place a picture of someone close to the camera lens is a great idea because it makes me to look at a object instead of look directly to the lens of the camera, if we were looking at the lens constantly, people in the session seen like we are steering at them and that is uncomfortable. #4: "where my eyes are" is really important because people in sessions realize  about my attention, my participation and my respect for the others.#5:Practice is the best way to have a great presentation and reduces our tension.      

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I think tips 1,3,4 and 5 help me to improve my communication online. #1: take a time to center on myself helps me to be confident on the meeting session. #3: Place a picture of someone close to the camera lens is a great idea because it makes me to look at a object instead of look directly to the lens of the camera, if we were looking at the lens constantly, people in the session seen like we are steering at them and that is uncomfortable. #4: "where my eyes are" is really important because people in sessions realize  about my attention, my participation and my respect for the others.#5:Practice is the best way to have a great presentation and reduces our tension.      

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You can also use a paper or poster with important points.

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You can also use a paper or poster with important points.

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The key is NOT to write an essay, but write an outline or important points instead.

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Here's an example of using a sticky note on my screen.

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Here's an example of using a sticky note on my screen.

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Hey everyone, so what I know so far is that tips number four and five are actually good tips. When I speak to the audiences, it's hard keeping my eyes on them. I usually look at my notes and see and give eye contact at the same time. Not gonna lie, it's a little hard but it work well. It's would be a good idea if I practice a little. That's why I chose four and five to help me with.

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As I see it I think that number 4 and 5 are very essential. First, it is very important pay attention what is the other person saying and it is not respectuful  acting like you are not  interesting about the conversation. Second, the number 5 because we need practice and information about what we are going to talk to have a better understanding. Let say if we want ask something but we don't want interrupt the person we should wait until she/ he finish to ask the question and its is better if we write that question to not forgot it. So, as much as 4 as number 5 are very important because having a good eyes contact and a good practice about what are you planning to say make you presentation or conversation interesting.

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As I see it, I think umber 1/4 and 5 are the most important one .Sometimes is good to think before what our intension  are before we start just to don't feel nervous. I always right down what to say so I don't forget and it  stay in mind longer. Than , is important to practice at the mirror, for example , to make sure to keep the eyes contact straight at the camera.

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As I see it, I think umber 1/4 and 5 are the most important one .Sometimes is good to think before what our intension  are before we start just to don't feel nervous. I always right down what to say so I don't forget and it  stay in mind longer. Than , is important to practice at the mirror, for example , to make sure to keep the eyes contact straight at the camera.

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Hello, I think tip number 5 is the key of successful, everything you plan to make it perfect, if you practice you will see that you have change a lot since the first time before the practice.

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As I see it, tip number 4 and 5 is very important to make successful presentation. Tip no.4 it's important when you speak with someone is looking in at him not looking as staring  beside this it will be ignoring. when someone tells the truth always he looking in the other person's eye. tip no.5 practicing can improve any presentation. Every time you practice you are going to see improvement.

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As I see it, tip number 4 and 5 is very important to make successful presentation. Tip no.4 it's important when you speak with someone is looking in at him not looking as staring  beside this it will be ignoring. when someone tells the truth always he looking in the other person's eye. tip no.5 practicing can improve any presentation. Every time you practice you are going to see improvement.

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As far as I concerned, the most helpful tip is tip number 5. I always practice before I'm doing a presentation. Also, I always prepare and write down what I'm planing to say. It's really helpful!

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In my opinion tip number four is most important. Talking to someone without looking at them for too long can be considered like neglecting behavior. People can assume that they are not interesting for you. It may annoy them. It gives impression that you are not with "us". But when you stare at someone, that person feels like a hostage. In such situation people can't even concentrate on your speech. They feel unpleasant. In fact, both in life or in online meetings, it's very important to win over the audience. For this audience must feel your unobtrusive but interested presence.   

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In my opinion tip number four is most important. Talking to someone without looking at them for too long can be considered like neglecting behavior. People can assume that they are not interesting for you. It may annoy them. It gives impression that you are not with "us". But when you stare at someone, that person feels like a hostage. In such situation people can't even concentrate on your speech. They feel unpleasant. In fact, both in life or in online meetings, it's very important to win over the audience. For this audience must feel your unobtrusive but interested presence.   

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Read the article and say which tips you think are the most helpful. Add your own ideas.

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Read the article and say which tips you think are the most helpful. Add your own ideas.

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Most of us appreciate the importance of eye contact when carrying on a conversation or delivering an in person presentation. Did you know that making eye contact is just as important during online presentations?

Honing in on the camera helps you come across as being present and authentic. Focussing on your computer's camera is how you do it. It makes the difference between participants feeling talked to vs. being talked at.

Our natural inclination is to locate the person(s) we're viewing on screen - where they're being displayed. Or sometimes we get distracted by movements (someone drinking coffee, checking their emails etc) if it's a group meeting.

Or even worse we focus on the image of ourselves, picking apart how we're showing up and thinking that we don't look like the image that is being reflected back.

Resting, or should I say trying to cement your focus on your computer's camera is hard. I struggle with it sometimes. So do my clients.

Here are five quick tips to help you maintain eye contact while delivering an online presentation.
#1 - Before you speak
We're all busy and it's easy to go from one Zoom or Skype meeting to the next. When you meet online you won't have the luxury of grounding yourself in the greenroom or prepping yourself in the wings. However, before an online presentation it's still important to take time to reflect and centre yourself.

By investing a minute or two to take some deep breaths and reflect on your intention - being clear about what you want to accomplish - will set you up to be clear minded and focussed on the meeting session ahead.
#2 Imagine
Athletes use visioning to imagine being top of their game. Golfers envision their ball landing in the cup and soccer players watch from the theatre of their mind as they score a goal. You can use this technique too for making eye contact.

While you look into the camera lens, envision someone you know - have found it easy to have a conversation with. Speak to them. This makes it easier to keep your eyes honed in on the camera, look into it and think about what lies beyond.
#3- Place marker(s)
It can be uncomfortable to keep your gaze on the camera lens. Most people experience the discomfort of trying to figure out where to look and hold their gaze.

Here's an easy tip to maintain your focus: Place a coloured sticky or a picture of someone you know just above the camera lens. It's easier to focus on a place marker or on an image rather than randomly trying to focus on the black depths of the camera hole.

And just as you would in natural conversation don't forget to blink.
#4 - Notice where your eyes are
Often, in natural conversation you'll look away to give your brain a rest in order to think. It's only natural that you would do this when you're speaking online too.

The trick is to not look away for too long and remember to bring yourself back to looking at the camera. If you were hard staring without occasionally looking away it would be uncomfortable for those watching you.
#5 - Practice!
is inconvenient and it's easier to find excuses than to find the time.

However, if you switch your mindset and view it as an investment, it's a worthwhile use of your time.

I have my clients send me recordings with them focussing on the camera lens using the tips above. The difference in the before and after in how much more connected I feel to my client and how the 'vibe' is improved is noticeable.

Give these making eye contact tips a try. You'll notice how you're able to warm up 'the room' as you did in person if you take the time to learn how to connect with your audience through eye contact - locking in and focussing on that camera circle.

Head over here if you'd like more tips like this and to find out what I share with my subscribers .

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Five Tips For Making Eye Contact Delivering Online Presentations - Janice Tomich

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Most of us appreciate the importance of eye contact when carrying on a conversation or delivering an in person presentation. Did you know that making eye contact is just as important during online presentations? Honing in on the camera helps you come across as being present and authentic.