Punch your listening audience in the jaw, face, and whole body when you start your online presentation. Consider There are 7 PAINLESS ways, I suggest, you can engage your audience in the beginning of your presentation.
1. Showcase upbeat music for your listening audience before you even open your mouth.
2. Identify the name of the broadcast before you say your own name.
3. Pick up the pitch of your voice when you say the name.
4. Introduce yourself and your topic as if you were introducing a star.
5. Consider asking a question before you go into your topic.
6. Consider telling a really short anecdote and transition to your topic.
7. Use a rhythmic style when doing all of the above.
These suggested strategies can engage your audience in the very beginning of your presentation and keep them listening longer. The only thing that will HURT will be boredom.
Give them a try.
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Good ideas.