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After preparation and lots of practice, it’s time to turn to the nitty-gritty of recording. In this section, we discuss how to set up and record your speech effectively. These suggestions will help you when recording classroom speeches as well as out-of-class presentations, such as a video for a scholarship application or a sales presentation your employer might require. Though this section focuses on prerecorded speeches, many of the tips can be applied to real-time presentations.