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Keynote Speakers: Using Cards Live

Goal

Use Coachable Cards in your keynotes and presentations to create interactive, memorable experiences that give your audience clarity they can hold in their hand.

The Speaker Promise

"Clarity you can hold in your hand. Momentum you can feel."

Coachable Cards transform your talks from passive presentations into interactive experiences. Every audience member leaves with:

  • A card they drew
  • A question that resonated
  • A next step they can take
  • A moment they'll remember

Quick Start

  1. Choose your approach (3 ways below)
  2. Set up technical requirements (see Tech Checklist)
  3. Practice the flow (see Audience Interaction Flow)
  4. Deliver your talk

Time to first card draw: 5 minutes

3 Ways to Use Cards Live

1. Live Card Draws (Interactive)

Best for: Keynotes, workshops, interactive sessions

How it works:

  • Audience member draws a card live
  • Project it on screen
  • Discuss the question together
  • Everyone engages with the moment

Setup:

  • Project your screen
  • Open deck URL: https://leadership.c.cards
  • Have audience member come up or use their phone
  • Draw a card together

Example script:

"I'm going to have someone come up and draw a card. This card will guide our next conversation. [Name], come on up and swipe through the deck. When you see a question that speaks to you, stop there."

2. Card-Based Frameworks (Structure)

Best for: Structured talks, teaching moments, frameworks

How it works:

  • Use cards to structure your talk
  • Each card represents a point or section
  • Pre-select cards that align with your message
  • Reveal cards as you progress

Setup:

  • Pre-select 3-5 cards that match your talk structure
  • Create a slide deck with card screenshots
  • Or use the live deck and navigate to specific cards

Example structure:

  1. Card 1: "What am I avoiding?" → Opening question
  2. Card 2: "What would I do if I wasn't afraid?" → Main theme
  3. Card 3: "What's one thing I can ship today?" → Call to action

3. Physical Passcards (Takeaway)

Best for: Workshops, intimate sessions, lasting impact

How it works:

  • Hand out physical Passcards to audience
  • Each person gets a card
  • They take it home as a reminder
  • Creates tangible connection

Setup:

  • Order physical Passcards deck
  • Or print cards yourself
  • Hand out during talk or at the end

Example script:

"I'm going to pass around a deck of cards. Each card has a question. Take one that speaks to you. This is your clarity card—something to hold onto after you leave here today."

The Exact Flow for Audience Interaction

Pre-Talk Setup (5 minutes before)

  1. Test internet connection
    • Verify WiFi works
    • Test deck loads: https://leadership.c.cards
    • Have backup: Screenshot cards or offline deck
  2. Set up projection
    • Connect laptop to projector
    • Test screen mirroring
    • Verify audience can see screen
  3. Prepare backup plan
    • Screenshot key cards
    • Have physical cards ready
    • Know your talk without cards

During Talk: Live Card Draw

Step 1: Introduce Cards (30 seconds)

"I'm going to do something different today. Instead of just talking at you, we're going to have a conversation. And we're going to use cards to guide it."

Step 2: Select Participant (30 seconds)

"I need a volunteer. Who's willing to come up and draw a card? [Wait for hand]. Great, [Name], come on up."

Step 3: Draw Card Together (1-2 minutes)

  • Open deck on your device or theirs
  • Navigate through cards together
  • Let them swipe/choose
  • When they stop: "That's the one. Read it out loud."

Step 4: Process the Card (2-3 minutes)

  • Read the question together
  • Ask: "What comes up for you when you hear that?"
  • Facilitate discussion (you're the mirror, not the teacher)
  • Connect to your talk theme

Step 5: Continue Your Talk (rest of time)

  • Use the card as a thread
  • Reference it throughout
  • Come back to it in closing

Closing: Integration (2 minutes)

Option 1: Share the Card

"That card we drew—[question]—that's your takeaway. What's one insight you're taking from this?"

Option 2: QR Code

  • Generate QR code (press Q in deck)
  • Project it on screen
  • Audience scans to access deck
  • They can draw their own card

Option 3: Physical Cards

  • Hand out Passcards
  • Each person takes one
  • "This is your clarity card. Hold onto it."

Tech Checklist

Before the Event

  • [ ] Internet connection tested
    • WiFi password obtained
    • Connection verified
    • Backup: Mobile hotspot ready
  • [ ] Device prepared
    • Laptop charged
    • Deck URL bookmarked: https://leadership.c.cards
    • Browser tested (Chrome recommended)
    • Full screen mode tested
  • [ ] Projection setup
    • HDMI/USB-C adapter ready
    • Screen mirroring tested
    • Resolution verified (1920x1080 ideal)
    • Backup: Screenshots of key cards
  • [ ] Backup plans ready
    • Screenshots of 5-10 key cards
    • Physical Passcards deck (if available)
    • Know your talk without cards

During Setup (5 minutes before)

  • [ ] Connect to WiFi
  • [ ] Test deck loads in browser
  • [ ] Connect to projector
  • [ ] Verify audience can see screen
  • [ ] Test card navigation (swipe/arrows)
  • [ ] Have backup ready (screenshots)

During Talk

  • [ ] Keep device charged (plug in if possible)
  • [ ] Have mobile device ready (backup)
  • [ ] Know how to generate QR code (Q key)
  • [ ] Know how to share deck URL

Common Scenarios

Scenario 1: No Internet

Problem: WiFi doesn't work, no connection

Solution:

  1. Use screenshots (prepared backup)
  2. Use physical Passcards
  3. Continue talk without cards (you know your content)

Scenario 2: Projection Fails

Problem: Can't connect to projector

Solution:

  1. Use your laptop screen (smaller, but works)
  2. Have audience gather around
  3. Use mobile device (if screen is large enough)

Scenario 3: Card Doesn't Load

Problem: Deck URL doesn't load

Solution:

  1. Check internet connection
  2. Try different browser
  3. Use backup screenshots
  4. Use physical cards

Scenario 4: Audience Member Can't Navigate

Problem: Volunteer struggles with card navigation

Solution:

  1. You navigate, they choose when to stop
  2. Use arrow keys yourself
  3. Pre-select cards, let them pick from 3-5 options

Links to Future Deep Dives

Coming soon:

  • Talk Templates - Ready-to-use talk structures with card integration
  • Slide Deck Templates - Professional slide designs
  • Speaking Scripts - Copy-paste ready scripts for every moment
  • Technical Setup Guide - Detailed technical requirements
  • Content Extraction - Turn your talks into content assets
  • Business Development - Build your speaking practice

Next Steps

Ready to speak with cards? → Test it: Browse Decks