Why Talking On Camera Has Just Got Easier For Over 40's

Summary

In this video, the speaker shares tips for overcoming camera anxiety, especially for people over 40. They explain why many use props like microphones to feel more comfortable, comparing it to a fidget spinner for those with ADHD. By using props and smiling, the speaker emphasizes authenticity and how embracing a natural, raw style of video can build trust with an audience. The speaker encourages viewers to smile at the start of their videos to make a positive first impression and highlights how their own brand incorporates this approach.

Takeaways

• 🎤 **Microphone as a Comfort**: Many people on camera hold microphones as a subconscious comfort to reduce anxiety and nerves.
• 🤔 **Anxiety and Self-Doubt**: The fear of not being good enough and what others might think can lead to camera anxiety.
• 🔗 **Breaking the Barrier**: Having something like a microphone in hand can act as a barrier, making the act of speaking on camera less intimidating.
• ☕ **Using Props**: Props like a cup of tea can serve as a natural extension of one's brand and provide a思考 break during video recording.
• 🧍 **Authenticity Over Perfection**: In 2024 and beyond, authenticity in video content is valued over polished, perfect presentations.
• 😄 **Smiling to Connect**: Smiling at the start of a video can reduce barriers and create a connection with the audience.
• 👀 **Eye Smiling (Smising)**: Smiling with your eyes can make a strong, positive first impression on viewers.
• 🎅 **Santa's Smile**: The article about Santa's smile illustrates how showing care through facial expressions can make one the best 'salesman' on social media.
• 📈 **Brand Building with Thumbnails**: Using smiling faces in video thumbnails helps in building brand recognition and trust.
• 📚 **Four Types of Content**: There are four types of content that can help with brand building, one of which is creating a connection with the audience.

Q & A

Why do some influencers hold microphones in their shots?

Influencers hold microphones as a subconscious comfort mechanism to reduce anxiety and nerves when speaking on camera.

What does having a microphone in front of the camera symbolize for the speaker?

It acts as a barrier that breaks the direct line of sight with the camera, providing a sense of security and reducing vulnerability.

How does holding a microphone help with ADHD?

It serves a similar purpose to a fidget spinner, offering a tactile object to focus on and reducing restlessness.

What is the significance of the speaker's age and potential ADHD diagnosis in the context of the video?

The speaker uses his personal experience to connect with the audience and demonstrate that age and potential ADHD diagnosis do not hinder one's ability to be comfortable on camera.

What is the purpose of using a prop in the speaker's videos?

A prop serves to break the barrier between the speaker and the camera, giving the speaker time to think and providing a natural part of his brand, 'Tea with Ste'.

Why is the speaker's heritage important to his use of a tea cup as a prop?

The speaker's northern man heritage and the tradition of having cups of tea make the tea cup a natural and authentic prop that aligns with his personal brand.

What was the original topic the speaker intended to discuss before changing the focus?

The speaker originally planned to discuss how to appear more comfortable, confident, and natural on camera, focusing on posture, eye contact, and body language.

Why does the speaker believe that the traditional advice on posture and body language no longer matters in 2024 and beyond?

The speaker believes that as long as the content is authentic and unapologetically oneself, it's acceptable to have a raw and honest moment on camera, even if it's not polished.

What is the third thing the speaker suggests using to engage viewers at the start of a video?

The third thing is to smile at the start of the video, which reduces the barrier between the viewer and the speaker, creating a connection.

What does the speaker call the act of smiling with one's eyes?

The speaker refers to smiling with one's eyes as 'smising'.

How does the speaker use his smiling face in video thumbnails to build brand and trust?

The speaker uses his smiling face in thumbnails to build his brand and create trust, as it conveys a positive and approachable image.