In this episode, we talk with Jeff Brandeis, founder & CEO of Engaging Webinars, about the biggest Zoom mistakes for engineers that cost professionals clients, and the simple strategies to fix them, captivate audiences, and convert prospects into paying clients.
***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.***
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Here Are Some of the Questions We Asked Jeff:
- What are the biggest Zoom mistakes for engineers when explaining complex technical concepts, and how can they make them easier to understand?
- What key elements make a webinar effective and help guide the audience toward practical takeaways?
- Can you tell us more about your Engaging Webinars program and how it helps engineers fix their Zoom mistakes?
- How can engineers use storytelling to avoid Zoom mistakes, make technical presentations more interesting, and connect better with non-technical audiences?
- What are some of the best ways engineers can use webinars to show their expertise, avoid Zoom mistakes, attract new clients, and make a lasting impact?
- How does understanding audience psychology help engineers avoid Zoom mistakes and improve webinar engagement and presentation effectiveness?
- What final piece of advice would you give engineers who want to improve their online presence, presentation skills, and client communication while avoiding Zoom mistakes for engineers?
Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About How to Fix Zoom Mistakes for Engineers and Improve Presentations:
- Engineers often struggle to keep virtual audiences engaged when presenting technical content. By using clear visuals, simplifying language, and encouraging interaction, they help others stay focused and absorb complex information more easily while avoiding Zoom mistakes for engineers.
- A strong webinar feels like a two-way conversation, not a lecture. When presenters use structure, visuals, and audience interaction, they create a memorable experience that leads to real learning and action.
- The engaging webinar approach transforms presentations into dynamic, classroom-style sessions. With tools like live drawing and seamless transitions, it helps engineers connect emotionally and visually with their audience, reducing Zoom mistakes for engineers.
- Storytelling helps engineers relate technical concepts to real-life challenges their audience understands. When the focus shifts to the audience’s needs and experiences, engagement rises, and the message sticks, minimizing Zoom mistakes for engineers.
- Engineers build credibility by keeping webinars focused and responsive. Respecting time, managing questions with techniques like “parking,” and offering thoughtful follow-up all contribute to a professional, high-impact experience.
- Engineers who understand what their audience cares about present with greater clarity and purpose. By making the content relevant and meaningful, they keep attention high and inspire action, preventing Zoom mistakes for engineers.
- Confidence grows with action, and a simple “5-4-3-2-1” countdown helps overcome hesitation. Engineers who take that first step build lasting communication skills that strengthen both career and personal impact.
More Details in This Episode…
About Jeff Brandeis
Jeff Brandeis is the CEO of Engaging Webinars, where he helps professionals transform their online presentations into compelling, interactive experiences that drive audience engagement and boost sales. With a background in financial strategy and sales leadership, Jeff has spent his career refining presentation techniques that captivate audiences and inspire action.
Drawing from his experience as a VP of Sales and VP of Solution Design, Jeff recognized the need for more dynamic and results-driven webinars. Through his Engaging Webinars Mastery Program, he provides personalized coaching, cutting-edge techniques, and strategic guidance to help coaches, sales trainers, and business leaders elevate their virtual presentations.
A firm believer in confidence through simplicity, Jeff simplifies complex webinar technologies, helping presenters focus on storytelling and audience connection. His approach not only enhances engagement but also leads to measurable revenue growth—guaranteed within 60 days.
About the Hosts
Mathew Picardal, P.E., SE
Mathew is a licensed engineer, practicing on structural projects in California, with an undergraduate degree from Cal Poly Pomona and an M.S. in Structural Engineering from UC San Diego. He has designed and managed various types of building structures, including residential wood apartment buildings, commercial steel buildings, and concrete parking structures and towers. He also hosts the new YouTube channel “Structural Engineering Life,” through which he promotes the structural engineering profession to engineering students who are not familiar with the industry perspective.
Alexander Daddow, PE, CDT
Alex Daddow is a registered professional engineer in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and Wyoming. He graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a degree in architectural engineering. Before joining Simpson Strong-Tie in 2019, Alex was a consulting engineer working on podium structures, custom housing, bridges, historic retrofits, schools, and advanced foundation systems. He is now a senior strengthening solutions engineer and educates the industry on composite systems throughout the Pacific and Western regions. Alex also works directly with specifiers, installers, contractors, and plan reviewers, assisting them with the technical aspects of designing and building composite strengthening systems.
Sources/References:
Engaging Webinars
Zoom
Engage Hub
Stream Deck
Connect with Jeff Brandeis on LinkedIn
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