Your voice is the heart of your story. To ensure the best possible online recording, follow this simple guide.
✅ 1. Set up in a quiet room
Choose a quiet space with soft surfaces (carpet, curtains, bookshelves) to reduce echo.
Turn off any fans, TVs, notifications, or noisy appliances.
✅ 2. Use the right microphone & headphones
Use: Wired earphones (e.g., iPhone or Samsung wired earbuds) with a built-in mic.
Avoid: Laptop microphones or wireless earbuds (AirPods) – they pick up too much background noise.
✅ 3. Use a strong internet connection
Best: Use a wired Ethernet connection if possible.
If using Wi-Fi: Be close to the router and ask others in your home to avoid heavy internet use (e.g., streaming).
✅ 4. Use your smartphone as a high-quality recorder
Please also use your phone’s Voice Memos app (iPhone) or Easy Voice Recorder (Android) to make sure we capture the best sound possible – better safe than sorry!
Step 1: Place your phone on a soft surface (like a pillow) to absorb vibrations.
Step 2: Keep the phone 15 cm from your mouth.
Step 3: Open the recording app and start recording before we begin our online session – I’ll remind you to do it before we start.
Step 4: After the interview, send the file via WeTransfer, Google Drive, or email.
Pro tip: Switch your phone to airplane mode to avoid notifications interrupting the recording.
Et voilà, now we can focus on what really matters – your story!
