Checklist for Speakers
Heading out the door to go to a talk can be a hectic time for speakers. It's handy to have a checklist available so that you don't forget anything. This is the checklist that I use. What would you add to it?
Navigation Tools
- GPS
- Printed Mapquest
- Gas in the car
- Train/Subway/Airplane tickets
- Spare cash for tolls, parking etc
Equipment
- Laptop
- Projector
- Remote for PowerPoint Presentation
- Extension Cord
- Spare Batteries
- Thumbnail drives with backup presentation and handout files
Presentation Materials
- Printed bio in a large font so that people can read it without their glasses
- Printed copy of presentation slides
- Printed copy of Audience Handout (This is an extra. Handout has already been sent in advance)
- Detailed notes in case anyone follows up afterwards with very specific questions
Sustenance
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- Coke/Apple/other item to keep you awake for the ride home
Miscellaneous
- Digital camera
- Business Cards
- Books for Sale
- Sample Reports (if appropriate)
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