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

[@Steven-Thompson]

Overcome Camera Shyness & Make Videos People Love To Watch: www.bigdaddydigital.com/couragebeforeconfidence

[@makaylabrooks]

YESSS!!! This is our era! Authenticity is our thing! Take it or leave it - we will attract our people. Great video Steven :). I am in my 40s and just starting my channel. Love your content.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Yes! Thank you! 🙏🏻 I can’t wait to see what you produce, please let me know 👍

[@j.singer8461]

Love your comment about people holding their mics … “not cool”. So true!

[@Steven-Thompson]

Cheers, I appreciate some people need ‘something’ 🙏🏻

[@FoxmodeGaming]

I am 45 years old, passionate for gaming , speaks butler English, no idea how to face camera like other pro gamers in my genre and compete. But after seeing your videos and other related topics, I became UGLY on camera and slowly getting better day by day :)

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hey, you do you, that’s what will help you stand out. We weren’t born to fit in 😉

[@FoxmodeGaming]

@@Steven-Thompson so true, thank you :)

[@aliruane]

I am 48 waiting for my ADHD diagnosis. At present rate it’ll be 8 years until I get it. Great video dude. Keep at it.

[@Steven-Thompson]

I hear you, it’s such a head f*ck in the waiting, thanks for your support

[@intuitionjournal]

I'm loving making my ugly videos. I'm seeing what people are resonating with, without having to spend days/weeks making the videos. Then I can make a more polished version later on the same topic from a different angle.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Sounds like a great plan, it’s productive, real and can create a connection

[@adt8615]

Holy cow I’ve been struggling with multiple interests and not feeling like it fits on KZbin and lately I’ve revisited do I discuss my ADHD, issues with being in my 40’s and late diagnosed and bam second ‘sign’ I got today. Sorry to go completely off topic but I just had to make a point that this is why. This is why making videos on your ‘you’ is important. Thank you!

[@Steven-Thompson]

You are very welcome, you’ve just made me a smile and I’m very grateful 🙏🏻 I like to think that you are the seasoning your video needs to be unique, no one will tell the story or the experience quite like you. You’ve got this! If you need more support check out the course and resources in the description to my videos

[@AaronOverEverything]

Anyone that searched for this video or found value in this video… just stop overthinking it..

[@Steven-Thompson]

We all have demons that prevent us from doing something, I just hope this video eases those who struggle with making video

[@DondrellLeeArtistry]

⁠@@Steven-ThompsonWelp! Heed received. I’m going to continue sharing and smize-ing even more now! Thanks ST!!!!

[@MoroccanReflections]

Are you talking to me? 😅

[@AaronOverEverything]

@@MoroccanReflections just slap “Over 40” at the end of any title & you’ll be fine 😶🤣

[@SuburbanBeard]

smiling is the first thing you learn in sales, even if you are on the phone. "People can hear you smile"

[@Steven-Thompson]

Agreed, I love that you have reminded me of the smiling on the phone concept, thank you

[@GettinStitchy]

When I took a drama class in college, things like the mic in the shot are called "hiding behavior." So it would be things like staying behind a podium or a desk. Just anything that comes between a viewer and the person presenting.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thank you for sharing this insight, I really appreciate it. What’s your next video about?

[@wordgiesworld5483]

I used to work in a school and from time to time I’d be asked to do presentations to classes. Every public speaking/instructor class I ever took said to not have anything in your hands and limit movement. I couldn’t do that. I always had my Tervis/Yeti of water in my hand. The first thing it did, like you said, was give me a security blanket. It was comforting to me. The second thing was it allowed me to control my hand movements more. I talk with my hands and if I concentrate on curbing that, I lose my train of thought. The third thing it did was, also like you said, it gave me a natural break. If a student asked a question, I would take a drink while I put my words together. Thanks for the video! Cheers.

[@Steven-Thompson]

So much in common here. In my early days I was the best friend with a bottle of water. It works right, always go with what works for you!

[@davidsuniverse108]

interesting thoughts. I've always hated being able to see a mic on camera especially with the wind screen, but I can see your point. My philosophy has always been that even though I'm not good looking, I just am making videos for my own enjoyment and creativity and also for therapy for myself. I try to do my best but ultimately don't care what other people think really. I think when you aren't trying to get subscribers or have any expectations I believe that I am more natural and less self conscious. Good video and great thoughts

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thanks for your kind words and supportive comments. I really appreciate them.

[@Atlantean-1980]

My prop is guitars😂… nice bass on the wall New sub

[@Bloomingdiva]

Ha…I noticed that too….

[@Atlantean-1980]

@@Bloomingdiva 🙂

[@Steven-Thompson]

Cheers 👋

[@benjohnstonmentoring]

Such good stuff man

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thank you I really appreciate your kind words. What was it that resonated for you? #Curious

[@benjohnstonmentoring]

@@Steven-Thompson I love that you are reinforcing giving people permission to be themselves and be the niche! The props are an amazing tool for people and I’ve also noticed the slides you use between I guess scenes, almost like a slide deck for each video. I am coming back to KZbin after pastoring, travelling, doing music etc. I feel it’s time to bring some of my spiritual mentoring to KZbin. Really appreciate your content man! I’ll be watching 😃

[@Dionne_Sheree]

Great video and yay for the over 40 crowd! I noticed too that the Mic is being used for anxiety purposes for some others. " I hate to see people holding the Mic" comments annoy me because you don't know what it took for someone to show up! It's brave to say the least and I'm going to always do what's best for me as I'm sure others are lol! To police others is not allowing them to freely exist as who they authentically are.

[@Steven-Thompson]

You couldn’t be more true thank you for your kind words and support. It’s great to see fellow heart branders out in the world supporting creators.

[@andrewtaitphd]

Thank you Steven for your content! 46 here and was glad to discover your channel yesterday. I'd been sharing more recently on other platforms and been strategizing recently for a KZbin launch of a new channel. So, this is all super helpful. I'm someone who had a late ADHD diagnosis, at 43, after being urged by a good friend to "get checked" , who too had received a diagnosis in their mid 40's - and they themselves are a psychiatrist! Total game changer. Just sayin...keep up the good work, my friend! 👍

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thank you so much for your insights and kind words. The ADHD topic is such an interesting one. I am however very glad that I wasn’t diagnosed as a child because there was so much lacking in the way of support compared to now and it’s more acceptable. I’m more understood. May I ask how you manage your ADHD?

[@andrewtaitphd]

@@Steven-Thompson I hear you on the benefit of not being diagnosed earlier! In my case (and like my psychiatrist friend), I excelled scholastically, and university degrees were my shield to hide behind. I even had the first GP doc I saw say, "You can't have ADHD, you have a Ph.D." Wrong! I then had a visit with an actual ADHD specialist doc who recognized my situation, and got me the diagnosis. As for management, I'm a huge proponent of the "natural" approach but see that the world we live in is, in many ways, unnatural. So, I had no trouble seeking the support of conventional medication, but also I've had therapy, and in addition, we moved from an urban city setting to a rural life in the woods since just after I was diagnosed. Difficult to say what's been the most beneficial with so many changes, but I am a firm believer in maintaining a growth mindset - keep challenging oneself. The real game changer has been my morning routine the last 2 years. I've really enjoyed a version of the "power hour" routine made popular by Robin Sharma's boot "The 5AM Club: Own Your Morning. Elevate Your Life." - although recently I haven't been starting it that early, it consists of 20 min each of exercise, meditation and learning something new.

[@guidedselfconnection]

Loved this Steve. ❤ Thank you 💕

[@Steven-Thompson]

It’s my pleasure, why did you love it?

[@ShiatsuShane]

Hey Steven, on my little caravan channel I tend to always have a cup of tea too.... but for me I find it help soothe my throat when speaking, on my massage channel if I forget what im doing I reach for the bottle of oil lol

[@Steven-Thompson]

Perfect, see it, Works. So what’s next for you?

[@jonathanmahorney]

what fragrance candle are you burning? Do you always burn the same thing or does it not matter?

[@Steven-Thompson]

What a great question 🙋🏻‍♂️ This one is a large pumpkin spice, it is the season after all, usually is ‘rose and patchouli’ thanks for asking

[@thekellumlewis]

Thanks for this video, Steve! It’s as though you watched my last 7 videos (I posted 7 videos this week!) and validated both my concerns, and efforts! My take-aways from this video are: a reminder to take time to smile up front and, consider a prop. I have a number of nature-themed videos planned so bringing in a rock, a plant, a stick - a nature ally - could all feel right at home. Thanks again!

[@Steven-Thompson]

Fantastic! I’m pleased it’s been helpful. What’s your next video about?

[@thekellumlewis]

@@Steven-Thompson I did a short one today (going up in a few hours) about my “special” interaction with AI lol. I asked ChatGPT to write a video script about how getting out in nature is actually medicine and I felt such relief! Suddenly, I wasn’t alone in coming up with structure and verbiage. My plan is to shoot that video this week and post it in a few days.

[@Kathleensplace71]

This is awesome thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with us! 😊

[@Steven-Thompson]

Glad you enjoyed it! It’s my absolute pleasure, what’s resonating most?

[@Kathleensplace71]

@@Steven-Thompson 1.) story telling (I have to improve on this) 2.) I don’t have a comfort aid 3.) Maybe I should have a prop like a water cup with my name on it and I can drink from it while I think 🤔

[@reviveflourishandthrive]

This helped me immensely! Thank you!

[@Steven-Thompson]

Glad it helped! Would you mind sharing how it helped? #Curious

[@sixtysense]

Thanks for the great video. Truth about that barrier. That's why I like to do public speaking with power point. It diverts the attention a bit...

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thanks for sharing! I hear you, I’m not a fan of too many slides but we all have a comfort

[@LatinosOver40]

Love this style of video ... gracias amigo !!!!

[@Steven-Thompson]

More to come! I appreciate your input

[@beyondclairvoyantcreations40]

This video was made for me! I just realized that I am not smiling enough in my videos. I thought in my earlier videos I was smiling too much. I normally smile and laugh all the time apart from youtube. MY content is something I am passionate about. I am definitely going to be smiling more. I guess a prop would be good too. Thank-you! You have really share some very important tips. Today I was wondering why I haven't been getting the subscribers that I was getting. Maybe I am not smiling enough.

[@Steven-Thompson]

What an awesome level of self awareness thanks for your comment. Good luck with your future videos. PS. Is there anything else I can help with? I’m looking to see what the community need so I can make videos to help!

[@beyondclairvoyantcreations40]

@@Steven-Thompson Thank-you for your kind observation! I think its wonderful that you care enough about your community to ask if anyone has video suggestions or needs assistance! Thats exactly how I am on my channel! Can you possibly elaborate on how authenticity is important to connecting with audiences? I am authentic; however, I have been watching other content creators' videos where the content creator immediately says hi, welcome to my channel & introduces themselves before getting into the content of stated video title. Can you please speak on whether or not young new channels may or may not benefit from all the introductions in the beginning of the video or speak about how we should not introduce ourselves at all? I am getting mixed information from various channels. I want to be authentic. I only have 47 subscribers at the moment, so I am experimenting with different introduction styles. I usually introduce my channel name in the middle of my videos or at the end. I get right to the meat and potatoes of my videos fairly quickly. I am desiring to grow a loyal engaging community. I think I was posting too often. Maybe you have already made a video about staying authentic or spoke on how to begin a KZbin video if a person has a really young channel. Thank-you for your time and consistent videos! I really enjoy your presentation style!

[@sunilp5773]

Such a good guide specifically on public speaking for video.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thank you 🙏🏻 what was it that resonated with you?

[@nancytrekker]

I just made an ugly video. Had to share my experience because I talked for 26 minutes straight, but when I went to playback, no sound recorded. SMH 😂

[@Steven-Thompson]

Oh I hate it when that happens but at least you know next time before you record a video just record 10/15 seconds make sure everything is okay with the audio visuals, etc. However, congrats on picking up that camera and recording a video , what was it about?

[@centurybeta2112]

Great topic Steven!

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thanks what resonated?

[@centurybeta2112]

Honestly, all of it! I've been sincerely smiling more on camera lately without it being forced and hope that it shows. The reason why is because I genuinely enjoy the raw and unfiltered talking on camera more and more. As far as props go, I've never thought about it. I sometimes have a coffee cup or seltzer just to drink because my throat gets dry... But that was interesting to actually have it as part of the persona. IRL, I'm always drinking coffee! 😅 I really appreciate your content! What you says makes perfect sense to me to just ignore what's popular or conventional.

[@Spiritfractals]

Often wondered about the mike in shot - makes sense ❤

[@centurybeta2112]

Same here! I've always tried to hide my mic because it annoys me😅

[@pelennorDSP]

(audio niche youtuber) There's two variants of mike in shots that you tend to see (in the grow on youtube niche, and others). The first is the type Steven pointed out where they are holding a lavalier mic or some other kind of mic - he's bang on that is basically a comfort blanket for the creator. The second is where you see them with a mic on a stand in front of them, usually quite a large black mic (Shure SM7B). I would say it's the most commonly used mic on really big youtube channels, and the main reason is it's relatively forgiving of background noise and not being used in a treated room / studio.

[@Steven-Thompson]

How do you do yours?

[@pelennorDSP]

@@Steven-Thompson I put my dynamic mic (Behringer XM8500) on a cheap mic boom stand, and then tilt the boom arm so the microphone is sitting just under my mouth and tilted towards me

[@Spiritfractals]

@@Steven-Thompson I use a shotgun mike just out of frame into a tascam DR70 - not pefect but it works. Been on the otherside of the camera since 1982 - its a real learning curve on this side, fun one 😃

[@rose-socal-girl]

Great vid and message, I'm loving all of your videos -- learning so much. And really appreciating your expertise and encouragement, it really is helping me as I move down this path of getting my own channel going. Soon I hope, the 30-day record a 2 min video is helping alot!

[@Steven-Thompson]

I appreciate that and you 🙏🏻 Where are you at with the daily diary?

[@rose-socal-girl]

@@Steven-Thompson Well I’ve actually been practicing a few weeks already. But now I’m incorporating the advice and practices as I watch your videos and read through your daily emails. So I might post up a practice video in your FB group this week to get some feedback.

[@TherapyMeetsMindset]

i like your mindset. great tips to get peoples barriers down and go for it. Yes always love a cup of tea too.👏🏼👏🏼💯💯

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thanks so much! 😊 Tea fixes everything and they are great to make a video with

[@MAJOYDACIA]

Hi Steven watching this because this is what I’m wondering as month old content creator.i have friends who says im always filming in my same greenery background , or im glancing on my note before speaking at times and to them it’s imperfect,now lemme watch this 👌

[@Steven-Thompson]

Aren’t friends great 😬😬😬 Are these the same friends who have never made a video and have just decided they are the next Steven Spielberg and are directing you? Every comment will have a lesson from it I’m sure, but my advice is to take the advice from those you aspire to be, look at people making good content in your eyes and model those, not people who aren’t even doing it. This will help www.bigdaddydigital.com/couragebeforeconfidence

[@MAJOYDACIA]

@@Steven-Thompson love this comment! Frankly I had to explain myself a bit to them why I was doing what I was doing and it’s the same friends who can’t even make one damn video haha from that point, I’ve decided to just listen to the fellow content creators who had success and failures from making videos, awesome to get a comment back from ya, I got two confetti moments today on two videos so that should be a start but I always seek for experienced creators like you to see my work and share advice

[@DigitoralMediaProd]

You’re a genius!

[@Steven-Thompson]

You are too kind, thank you 🙏🏻

[@Penfriendrocks]

Shoutout to my fellow over 40s video makers!! :D

[@Steven-Thompson]

Heeeeeyy

[@ma-mo]

Some of us have a smile that tends to make people uneasy, rather than putting them at ease.

[@Steven-Thompson]

I’m not sure on that one, most of those beliefs are limiting and been learned as behavioural traits IMO

[@BeverlyWright-bw2wr]

Hi ….I’ve made about 5 videos so far didn’t post yet but noticed I say “um” a lot ….how do I stop doing this & still come across natural and authentic. Thanks for your helpful videos!!

[@SteveSacramento]

Keep practicing, keep talking, I have the same issue but I’m getting better.

[@creativechristiancontent]

When you want to say um take a deep breath instead

[@nancytrekker]

Great advice Steven! Thanks for sharing. +1 subscriber here 😊

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thanks for the sub! I appreciate you what do you like about the video?

[@nancytrekker]

@Steven-Thompson loved your your tips on overcoming shyness, especially the sip tip. I'm going to use that one in my next live. Cheers 🍻

[@steelowl642]

I’m now sixty one and diagnosed in twenty eighteen with ADHD… in ninety five when at Uni with Dyslexia and recently with autism… I would like to chat talk speak with you about neurodivergent things 🤔

[@Steven-Thompson]

It’s a really important subject that needs to be spoken more about especially with creatives and as older creatives who may haven’t had a diagnosis yet😉

[@zyccoworrell]

Great video 👌🏾👌🏾 and good tips

[@Steven-Thompson]

Appreciate it! What resonated?

[@zyccoworrell]

@@Steven-Thompson the props was really good I never really thought holding my mic calmed nerves but makes sense why I grab it all the time

[@RinaValan]

Great tips, love this one 😀

[@Steven-Thompson]

Glad it was helpful! What resonated with you?

[@NarrativeEscapes]

Yeah I don't hold the mic - it's on the camera and even if I was using a podcast style mic I'd have it out of shot. I do have the teleprompter control in my hand, which I've not found the way to avoid yet, as I am starting and stopping the teleprompter as I move from reading to not reading and back again.

[@Steven-Thompson]

It’s all down to personal preference and our own needs

[@NarrativeEscapes]

@@Steven-Thompson Definitely. My weird oddity is I can't create videos sitting down I have to be standing up.

[@moveamuscle]

I like to over 40 KZbin concepts. Good video, man.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thanks what was it that resonated with you?

[@moveamuscle]

@@Steven-Thompson I don't speak to the police without legal representation. LOL

[@SteveSeeksTruth]

I recently started a channel sharing Bible verses and was so nervous at first . It’s getting easier now but I use my Bible as a microphone . I don’t talk into it but holding onto it brings me comfort.

[@Steven-Thompson]

I completely get that and love that you do it that way thank you for sharing huge respect for you sharing such deep and profound text. How long have you been doing it?

[@SteveSeeksTruth]

@@Steven-Thompson I just started a few weeks ago . Felt a need spread the message of salvation. So many people are lost and in need of spiritual guidance and healing. As I was once was. Not very tech savvy here but it’s so nice to see how helpful content creators are. Many on these platforms are happy to share their knowledge. 😊

[@creativechristiancontent]

@@SteveSeeksTruthHi you might want to upgrade your camera/mic as your videos are blurry and echoing just a tip. Good job for spreading the gospel

[@SteveSeeksTruth]

@@creativechristiancontent thanks 😊 have so much more to learn

[@soypablobernardo]

I am 43. I used to be braver to be on camera talking about something in the past. For some reason, the older I become, the more I feel the impostor syndrome and the less I know I could be posting about.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hey I understand, it’s not uncommon, hence my content to help people over 40. Check out my Courage Before Confidence training, this will really help you www.bigdaddydigital.com/couragebeforeconfidence

[@DoggsLife2019]

64 years old here That's why the face of @DoggsLife2019 is Dogg . I don't have to feel anything but happy and talk behind the camera 😊

[@Steven-Thompson]

You keep doing you if it’s working

[@CDHpetcare]

All of my videos are ugly but it's not a style I'm going for, it's just the way they turn out. I've gotten over it. I'm not a polished person and neither are my videos

[@Steven-Thompson]

You do you, thanks for sharing

[@kaelinfloyd]

great video . smiling is key in your videos .

[@Steven-Thompson]

Always! Who would want to watch in the first 10 seconds otherwise?

[@SuburbanBeard]

I just taught myself to talk to my camera likes its my friend lol

[@SuburbanBeard]

its probably my adhd that keeps me going but i love it so much

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hey that’s a great perspective. As the journey grows here on KZbin it actually does hahaha

[@Steven-Thompson]

Embrace exactly who you are, it’s the personality and stories that makes you uncopyable

[@MAJOYDACIA]

I always have my mic held too

[@Steven-Thompson]

Interesting, what’s your reason for that?

[@MAJOYDACIA]

@@Steven-Thompson felt like I’m naked without it and it’s helps me to set myself to stage, I have no issues facing people or camera at this point, but I feel my issues are more of SEO, thumbnails and making the right setting and wording for the algorithm

[@JustShepCreator]

I created content for a KZbin video in literally 30mins and whilst I was editing it I thought to myself is this pointless? On finishing the edit I thought fu*^ it post it. low and behold after 4K views and nearly doubling my subs I realised ideas from my slowly receding 50 year old head held some sway 😉

[@Steven-Thompson]

BOOOOOOM!! Congratulations 🥳

[@chadjoshuamusic]

Or they have an affiliate deal on amazon to sell the microphone ...

[@Steven-Thompson]

Yeah maybe 🤔

[@freetotalk-101]

Nice....

[@Steven-Thompson]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@healthylife1499]

Also the cheap microphones do not work unless you hold them right up to your mouth, (I have tried it)...and no over "40" wants a close up camera shot.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Oh I don’t know. I’m quite happy with a close-up shop and so my clients are in the 50s and 60s are quite happy with close-up shots. Stand a personal preferences isn’t it? What’s your next video about?

[@fx_node]

as a "no face" channel I am all about information, not face. Each to their own. Does a book need a cover? I try an be as authentic as I can with my voice only. May be this is an anti KZbin mind set? However I fell I can give a more candid offering with no cam pressure. May be that is just me.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hey, absolutely you do you my whole premise though is around confidence and Courage and Hope helping people get on camera so if that’s ever a thing you wanna do, I’m here for you

[@teddybedlam2022]

Just learned how to use the microphone 😂😂

[@Steven-Thompson]

We all need to take the first step in anything, we’ll done

[@auntbecksbakery6336]

I’m comfortable in front of the camera but when I see myself on a larger screen… yikes!! So embarrassed 😂😂😂 I’m still posting though

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hey, keep up the good work. I totally understand where you’re coming from if freaks me out a little bit when I see myself on my 50 inch TV.

[@officialWWM]

All my videos are ugly. That’s just how I look 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Steven-Thompson]

It’s really interesting. You say that I find a lot of people look at themselves less kindly and they do to others.

[@officialWWM]

@@Steven-Thompson maybe but I think that’s a better trait than those who see themselves as a lot more attractive than they are 😂

[@TexasGI47life]

If I do not like my own face, how can I expect others to even tolerate it? Sometimes I wish I were a vampire so I wouldn't have to see it in the mirror. If I recorded these thoughts, now that would be an ugly video.

[@Steven-Thompson]

I hear you, however we often dislike things about ourselves that others don’t even notice. If you want to get passed that I’d recommend this for your overall esteem 🙏🏻 www.bigdaddydigital.com/couragebeforeconfidence

[@solveignimbus]

No prop for me - just my ugly mug

[@Steven-Thompson]

I’ve not heard that phrase in years, and I’m sure it’s not

[@TheSmartGardenRomYenHouse]

All my videos are fairly ugly , I have a face for Radio!

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hahaha, I’m sure that’s not the case 😉

[@Frm18wheelstoUber]

😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@Steven-Thompson]

Did this resonate with you?

[@teddybedlam2022]

I pull some weird faces on 😅😅😅😅😅

[@Steven-Thompson]

Yeah me too

[@teddybedlam2022]

@@Steven-Thompson Your fine

[@qbukhari]

Only content matters Make 20 videos and shyness will disappear

[@Steven-Thompson]

That’s one perspective still doesn’t mean that there are any good on camera and they are connecting with their audience but it definitely helps put the reps in.

[@storiesfromearth-jd58]

So that's why all those girls sit there putting on makeup while they talk. It's distracting, and engaging to the audience, and makes the video creator more relaxed.

[@Steven-Thompson]

That certainly something I found do you have a mic showing your videos?

[@storiesfromearth-jd58]

@@Steven-Thompson no, I'm too chicken to show my face on my channel.

[@5upergeniu5]

I hate my face....lol

[@Steven-Thompson]

Doesn’t mean others do 🙏🏻

[@5upergeniu5]

@@Steven-Thompson God I hope not!

[@officialWWM]

That microphone actually sounds terrible. It sounds like a telephone.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Well, I’ve used the microphone in every video I’ve made apart from the ones on my Mac where I use my Shure microphone and I’ve never had an issue before.

[@officialWWM]

@@Steven-Thompson have you listened to the audio? Actually, I think you were a little close to it, cause it was better when you moved away a little.

[@elektrokatzer]

It did never matter …

[@Steven-Thompson]

👍

[@chfgn]

I have so much disdain for people holding mics that weren’t meant to be held, but I eventually had to get over it because it’s virtually impossible to find somebody who isn’t doing it. How holding a lav mic in front of your face with two fingers ever caught on as a fad is beyond me it looks so ridiculous.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Hahaha I hear you, I’m not a fan, but each to their own hey!

[@Makeminevegan]

I think it's cute to hold your lapel mic with two fingers.

[@GDScriptDude]

But you have the beard that is very similar to the hairy mic.

[@Steven-Thompson]

I’m not sure if you’re trying to be funny or insulting, but either way it’s another comment for Al algorithm

[@GDScriptDude]

@@Steven-Thompson Funny, sorry if I offended you.

[@wandershiny]

I love the input I got from this video. I'm working on trying to be present and authentic when talking to the camera and right now, it's super not there yet! 🫣 Thank you for this video Steven..

[@Steven-Thompson]

You got this! I believe this will help, it’s helping thousands find their confidence and delivery www.bigdaddydigital.com/couragebeforeconfidence

[@schoolofprofessionaldesign]

Hmm.. so the mic/prop is kinda like Dumbo’s feather🪶? A confidence tool. ❤️‍🔥

[@Steven-Thompson]

Yep 👍