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16 | 🕒 The Late Arrival Show - Best Practice for a Neural Sync-up

Listen to find out why we usually only allow a 5 minute window of "open" meeting time before closing the meeting.  On this one occasaiion it was fantastic we decided to wait just a tad longer for our colleage.  After our neural sync-up we were off to the races!
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🔗Virtual Office Audit link
Contact Us:
🔗info@everythingwebinar.com
🔗Kathy Gadinas Linked-In
🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
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Kathy Linked In
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genius Lab
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15 | 📣 Monotone to Magnetic; What’s your speaking style?

We love YOU!  And we believe in you! B-E-L-"I"-E-V-E in you!!
  Resources Mentioned:
Virtual Office Audit: Individual and group coaching to elevate your virtual presentation space and presence.
One Minute Voice Magic: Quick, effective training to unlock your natural speaking power.  Reach out to info@everythingwebinar.com
💭 Reflection Questions:
What presentation “superpower” do you think you already have?
Which one would you love to build next?
Do you feel more powerful when speaking virtually or in person—and why?
🔁 Let's Keep the Conversation Going!
If this episode made you think, laugh, or nod your head in agreement—share it with a friend or teammate! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more presenters find their inner superhero.
📩 Got questions, topic ideas, or just want to say hi? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out or leave a comment.
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Resources:  (the ones with the link icon are the links and can be copied and pasted to the show notes)
Website:  http://www.everythingwebinar.com/
🔗Everything Webinar
Genius Lab:  https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13707006/
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🔗Virtual Office Audit link
Contact Us:
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🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
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genius Lab
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14 | 🔴 Minicast Mastery: HIIT The Record Button. What Happens If You Don't?

Description:
Welcome back to Mini Cast Mastery! Today’s episode is all about one tiny button that can make or break your entire meeting or recording session: the record button. Yep, we forgot to hit it—and we’re here to share why that matters so much more than you might think.
We dive into:
The real-world consequences of forgetting to record (including a close call with a client!)
How missing a recording can cost you key insights, deals, or even a paycheck
Why AI summaries, while cool, are not a substitute for actual recordings
The emotional rollercoaster of realizing you’ve lost great content halfway through
Practical tips to never forget the record button again
The “3, 2, 1… boom” trick that helps us stay on track
🎧 Whether you're running meetings, producing webinars, or hosting your own podcast, this episode is packed with lessons, laughs, and life-saving best practices.
Resources Mentioned:
Host + Producer Checklists – Coming soon! These will be available for download in future episodes.
Webinar Daily – Check out our YouTube channel for more production insights.
Recording Reminder Hack – Stick a post-it on your screen that says “RECORD!” (Simple. Effective.)
 
🗣️ We want to hear from you!Have you ever forgotten to hit record? Share your story with us—we may even feature it in an upcoming mini cast.
 
Connect With Us:💻 🔗Everything Webinar📧 info@everythingwebinar.com📱 🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
🔗Kathy Gadinas Linked-In
🔗Virtual Office Audit link
 
Remember: Always check for that little red dot. Your future self will thank you.

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 info@everythingwebinar.com
 
 

12 | 📈 Minicast Mastery: Virtual Meeting Metrics Uncovered

📌 Episode Summary:Are you a virtual meeting host, team leader, or attendee who's feeling the drag of unproductive virtual meetings? You’re not alone—and this episode is for you.
We dive into eye-opening stats on virtual meeting fatigue, sharing findings from Harvard Business Review and QUIXY.com. From lost productivity to camera-off culture, you'll hear real talk, real numbers, and real solutions.
🔍 Key Takeaways:
Unproductive meetings waste a staggering 24 billion hours annually
37% of employees say unproductive meetings are their company’s biggest expense
39% of people admit to falling asleep during virtual meetings 😴
41% of employees multitask in meetings—leading to disengagement and missed information
We reflect on our own experiences and offer insights into how training programs can help teams avoid these pitfalls. Whether you're leading meetings or just attending them, you’ll walk away with actionable ideas to make your virtual time count.
🛠️ Topics Covered:
The true cost of poor virtual meetings
Why cameras should be on (and how to make it a positive part of company culture)
The myth of multitasking in virtual meetings
How training in facilitation and time management makes a difference
💡 Resources Mentioned:
QUIXY.com
Harvard Business Review (HBR.org)
🎯 Want to Fix Your Virtual Meetings?Check out our training programs:
Virtual Meeting Facilitation Basics
Time Management for Virtual Leaders
Virtual Presentation Skills (for non-native English speakers)
Virtual Office Audit Programs
🔗Everything Webinar
🔗Virtual Office Audit link
🙋‍♀️ Join the Conversation:Ever nodded off during a meeting? Be honest—we want to hear from you! Connect with us and share your story.
🔗info@everythingwebinar.com
🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
📣 Don’t Miss Upcoming Episodes:Subscribe and stay tuned for upcoming episodes on virtual brain fatigue, task flipping, and how to reduce cognitive overload in digital collaboration.

11 | 🥷🏻 Attention Hijacked! Keeping the Virtual Brain Engaged

If you're joining us today, we are diving deep into the fascinating world of brain science and attention during virtual presentations. Whether you're hosting webinars, virtual meetings, or online training, understanding how the brain handles attention can make or break your engagement rates. We'll share science-backed strategies, real-world examples, and actionable tips to captivate your virtual audience — and keep those pennies flowing into your pocket!
The 3 Main Topics Covered are:
The Science of Attention
Engagement Triggers That Hack the Brain
Practical Tips for Virtual Presenters
Special Mentions:
Virtual Office Audits for improving your on-screen presence
Building presentations that align with adult learning theory
Brain fact: The brain processes images 60,000 times faster than text! 🧠⚡
Sneak peek into resources like "One-Minute Voice Magic" and upcoming YouTube training videos!
Favorite Quote from the Episode:"Engagement isn’t a mystery — it’s a cocktail of chemistry and strategy."
 
Resources Mentioned:
Virtual Office Audit  🔗Virtual Office Audit link
One-Minute Voice Magic (link coming soon)
Training programs on slide design and virtual presentation skills – 🔗Everything Webinar
Connect with Us:
Subscribe to the podcast for more brainy presentation tips!
Have a question or comment?  Connect with us on Linked-In.
🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
🔗Kathy Gadinas Linked-In

10 | ⏰ Minicast Mastery: Right On (Virtual) Time

Welcome to Mini Cast Mastery!In this bite-sized episode, we dive into a seemingly simple—but powerful—professional practice: starting and ending meetings on time.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
Start on time, end on time isn't a revolutionary concept—it's basic business etiquette.
Why the host sets the tone and how their leadership directly impacts meeting flow.
The hidden cost of waiting for latecomers—and how it disrespects those who show up early.
Real-world examples and frustrations from professionals dealing with chronically delayed meetings.
Kimberli’s tips from auditing webinars and client sessions, including how to make use of every minute—without the awkward silence.
The executive sponsorship advantage: making punctuality a company-wide expectation.
Actionable suggestions: Schedule 25-minute meetings instead of 30, and 55 instead of 60 to avoid back-to-back burnout.
💡 Coming Soon:A full-length episode on Time Management for Virtual Leaders, featuring a guest expert with top-tier insights. Stay tuned!
📩 Need Go Live Host training?It’s not publicly listed, but we’ve got it! Send us a message at 🔗info@everythingwebinar.com info@everythingwebinar.com if you’re interested in professional training for you or your team.
🔗Virtual Office Audit link
🔗Everything Webinar
🔁 One last word from Kathy: “Once you start this... be consistent.”
🔁 Let's Keep the Conversation Going!
If this episode made you think, laugh, or nod your head in agreement—share it with a friend or teammate! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more presenters find their inner superhero.
📩 Got questions, topic ideas, or just want to say hi? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out or leave a comment.
🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked-In
🔗Kathy Gadinas Linked-In

09 | 🗝️ Unlocking Your Presentation Superpower: YES, you have one!

Did you know that you already have a presentation superpower—maybe even more than one? In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, Kimberli and Kathy dive deep into the idea that every presenter has unique strengths. Whether you're presenting in person or virtually, your superpowers are there… just waiting to be discovered, practiced, and perfected.
Kimberli shares her personal journey moving from in-person presentations to the virtual stage, and how even seasoned speakers have to retrain and adapt. Kathy opens up about the frustrations of virtual presenting—and how growth, confidence, and practice helped her evolve.
Together, they explore a dynamic list of presentation "superpowers" like:
💬 A strong, confident voice
🎯 Clear articulation
🧍‍♀️ Powerful body language
🧠 Positive self-image
⏸️ Mastering the pause
👀 Virtual eye contact
🏆 Reflecting on past speaking successes…and more!
Whether you're a seasoned speaker or a nervous first-time presenter, this episode will encourage you to identify your strengths and lean into them. Plus, you’ll get practical advice on how to develop the ones that still need a little polish.
 
Resources Mentioned:
Virtual Office Audit: Individual and group 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 🔗info@everythingwebinar.com
💭 Reflection Questions:
What presentation “superpower” do you think you already have?
Which one would you love to build next?
Do you feel more powerful when speaking virtually or in person—and why?
 
🔁 Let's Keep the Conversation Going!
If this episode made you think, laugh, or nod your head in agreement—share it with a friend or teammate! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more presenters find their inner superhero.
📩 Got questions, topic ideas, or just want to say hi? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out or leave a comment.

08 | 🌎 Sound Quality and YOUR Brain: Over the ear headphones or earbuds?

Welcome back, listeners! We're thrilled to be with you again, diving deeper into the world of audio gear. In our last mini cast, we raved about microphones—especially the Shure MV7+ (still not sponsored...yet!). But today, we’re shifting our focus to the listener's experience—specifically headsets, earbuds, and computer audio.
🎧 Topics Covered:
Our current favorite headphones and why we love them
Why ambient noise matters more than you think
How different audio setups can affect meetings, workouts, and walks
The science behind focus, distraction, and task-switching (and a teaser for an upcoming episode on that!)
🛠️ Gear We Mentioned (Not Sponsored, Just Loved):
Shure MV7+ microphone
OneOdio over-ear headphones (Bluetooth + hardwired)
TOSO headsets (great for workouts and meetings)
Other earbuds tried: Jabra, Bose, and various looped models
🤓 Voice Coach Pro Tip:
If you’re doing any sort of vocal coaching, presenting, or listening critically—ditch the computer speakers. Go for something that isolates audio. Your brain (and your audience) will thank you.
💬 Listener Question:
Do earbuds fall out of your ears too? Do you prefer over-the-ear headsets or something else for meetings and walks? We’d love to hear your audio adventures! Drop us a voice note or email for a chance to be featured on a future episode.  Also, please listen, like and give us a 5 star review.
 
Resources:
🔗Virtual Office Audit link
🔗Everything Webinar
 
Contact
🔗Kimberli Gilbert Linked In
🔗Kathy Gadinas LInked In
 
 

07 | 📣 Siegner and Company featuring Ian Siegner and FABRITRAK

Noise reduction and sound absorption are two important factors discussed in today's episode.  We interview Ian Siegner, of Siegner and Company, an Oregon based commercial painting company that also installs acoustic panels manufactured by FabriTrak.    Ian talks about the process he went through to add another line of business, the importance of working with a top-notch company like FabriTrak, and using a product that is 100% made in America, and not subject to tariffs.  
Ian explains the various uses of acoustic panels to improve sound quality and the fact that they are custom made for each client.  The Siegner and Company team custom design the panels to meet the client's needs and wants, and matches their corporate colors.  Flexibility is the name of the game from using various colors of felt, nylon fabric and even printed graphics to capture the right look.
Kimberli comments on sound absorption and noise reduction and how it relates to brain science.  Discussed the various types of establishments that should consider acoustic panels from restaurants, meeting rooms and converted warehouses to wedding venues.
If you want to talk about acoustic panels, reach out to Ian Siegner, contact information below.  He is offering a 25% discount!!!  Link and promo code below.  Whether it’s paint and coating or acoustic panels, Ian always takes the time to learn exactly what the client needs and then his team builds it.  @siegnerandcompany @fabritrak @everythingwebinar
#soundpanels #tariffree #acousticpanels #traktheenvironment #virtualcommunication
If you found this episode helpful, please click "LIKE" and give us a 5-star rating on Apple podcast. 
https://www.siegnerandcompany.com/offer/
Promo code:  GOFAB
 
Resources:
🔗Siegner and Company
🔗Everything Webinar
🔗Virtual Office Audit link
 
Contacts:
🔗Siegner and Company LinkedIn
🔗Kimberli Gilbert LinkedIn
🔗Kathy Gadinas LinkedIn