
Camera Confident with Shirlee Engel
Master video confidence and visibility with the right words, presence, and strategy. National TV correspondent turned entrepreneur Shirlee Engel helps you get CAMERA READY and stand out in your industry. Shirlee scaled her first business to six figures in a year by leveraging video to land TV, podcast, and media opportunities that built credibility and influence. Now, she’s on a mission to help entrepreneurs do the same. Each episode covers how to craft your message, show up with confidence, and create buzz around your brand—so clients are lining up to work with you.
Camera Confident with Shirlee Engel
Engage Your Audience and Build Trust with Eye Contact
Eye contact is a critical part of establishing trust with your ideal clients, especially when you're on camera. It creates a connection and makes the person feel valued and listened to. But let's be real: looking into the camera lens can be challenging and uncomfortable. In this episode, Shirlee breaks down some techniques to help you master this essential skill, even if you think you already have!
Keywords
eye contact, camera, trust, connection, on-camera impact, engaging content
Takeaways
- Eye contact is crucial for building trust with your audience, especially on camera.
- Looking into the camera lens is not the same as looking someone in the eye, but it can be mastered with practice.
- Picture the lens as a best friend and have a conversation with it.
- Look away occasionally to mimic real-life communication.
- Watch your videos back to ensure you're making a connection with the lens.
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