13 | 🎬 Flat Out Impressive: Own The Virtual (2D) Room

Welcome back to Virtual Presentation Skills, the podcast that helps you be Flat Out Impressive by showing up, standing out, and leading powerfully—whether you're presenting in-person or virtually. In this episode, we take a deep dive into what it really means to own the virtual room. With more meetings happening online than ever before, your screen presence is no longer optional—it's essential. Whether you're working from your kitchen counter or a professional studio, this episode is full of actionable advice to transform how you're perceived in the 2D world. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Eye Contact Through the Camera: Learn why looking into the camera is critical for connection and credibility. Your Virtual Setup Matters: From lighting to laptop risers (even cake pedestal stands!), discover practical ways to upgrade your screen presence without breaking the bank. The Five Essentials of Virtual Presence: Framing & Lighting – Camera at eye level, lighting from the front. Audio Quality – Invest in a decent mic or headset to build trust and avoid distractions. Posture & Eye Contact – Sit or stand tall, shoulders back, eyes into the lens. Energy & Vocal Tone – Vary your tone, use pauses, and bring life to your voice—even in sweatpants. Environment & Background – Keep it clutter-free, intentional, and branded when possible. Voice as a Virtual Superpower: Your voice works harder in a virtual setting—use it intentionally to create engagement and impact. Success Story: Hear how simple adjustments helped “Maya” go from overlooked to impactful in her global product meetings. 🔄 Related Episodes: Episode 9: Discover Your Presentation Superpowers Episode 12: The Real Cost of Unproductive Virtual Meetings 💬 We Want to Hear from You! Have a virtual win or transformation story to share? Email us or tag us on social using #FlatOutImpressive — your experience could be featured in an upcoming episode! 🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In 🔗Kathy Gadinas Linked-In 🎧 Subscribe & Stay Impressive Don’t just show up. Own the room. Stay sharp and stay impressive—every virtual moment is a chance to lead, connect, and inspire. Resources Mentioned: Virtual Office Audit:  Coaching to elevate your virtual presentation space and presence.  🔗Virtual Office Audit link One Minute Voice Magic:  Quick, effective training to unlock your natural speaking power.  Reach out to [email protected]