Public speaking can lead to a lucrative career on its own or it can simply be used as another (very powerful!) marketing tool for your small or home-based business. Regardless of the reason you plan to speak, consider recording yourself so you can use that recording for continued marketing success in the future.
Using video can be expensive and is a hassle to get organized. But an taking audio recording of you delivering your speech can be quick and simple to do if you have the right, easy-to-use tools. This really is one of those tech-type things you can do on your own even if you're a beginner. Following is a list of what you need to know to record your own presentation with minimal effort and expense.
These two items are the only tools you need at your speaking event to get your speech recorded:
1. Recorder
I use an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Make sure when you buy your recorder it is digital so you can transfer the sound later to your computer. Also, choose a model that comes with a USB cable to transfer your recording onto your computer. Prices vary from - 0.
2. Microphone
You'll need a lavaliere microphone to attach to the recorder so the sound from your voice goes directly to the recorder without any background noise getting in the way. These microphones are sold separately and typically clip on to your suit jacket and simply plug into the recorder. Prices range from -.
Next, at your event there are a few things to know:
3. Be Prepared
Make sure your clothing has a pocket to slip your recorder into as you present. Tuck the wire from the microphone into your suit so it's not distracting to the audience. A special note for women - Too many women's suits and pants don't have pockets and then you'll be stuck having to carry your recorder during your whole talk, which is not convenient or practical. Be aware of this and make sure your new suit can accommodate your recorder (about the size of a cell phone).
4. Getting Testimonials
Here's a little tip I learned from professional speaker, Tom Antion. Keep the recorder going after your talk while you answer questions from the people standing in line to speak to you. Immediately following your speech people tend to be thrilled with your content and will tell you what they liked best. You can use this feedback on your website saying, "According to one enthusiastic participant, ..."
5. Uploading and Editing
When you get home from your speech you can simply pull out your USB cable, plug it into your computer and recorder and upload your recorded speech and testimonials to your computer. To edit, download free editing software like Audacity at http://audacity.sourceforge.net/ to remove any sounds that don't belong. After your edits are done burn your completed recording to a CD-R. After that they sky's the limit for using the recording of your speech!
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