# Event speaker preparation survey

Improve the briefing and support provided to speakers.

If nothing was unclear or difficult, say so. Skip questions about steps you did not experience; use not applicable where appropriate.

## 1. Were session goals clear before preparation?

Answer: ____________________

## 2. Did you have the technical information you needed?

Answer: ____________________

## 3. Which briefing detail arrived too late?

Answer: ____________________

## 4. How clear were timing and audience expectations?

Answer: ____________________

## 5. What would help you prepare for a future session?

Answer: ____________________

## Author notes / illustrative keys where applicable

1. Session goals guide the examples and depth a speaker prepares. Identify any mismatch between the requested outcome and the briefing before changing presentation content or claiming audience benefit.
2. Technical information determines whether a speaker can prepare material for the actual venue or platform. Check missing format, equipment or rehearsal details without implying that available technology guarantees reliable delivery.
3. Late briefing details reveal dependencies that should be resolved before preparation begins. Record the consequence for the speaker and adjust the information schedule rather than sending every update earlier automatically.
4. Timing and audience expectations shape scope, language and participation choices. Separate uncertainty about duration from uncertainty about attendees so the organizer can improve the relevant briefing detail.
5. Future preparation needs identify a concrete resource, contact or checkpoint the briefing lacked. Test that addition in the next session without using speaker satisfaction as proof of audience learning.

Interpretation caution: Speaker preparation quality does not establish audience learning outcomes.