This is the "setup/staging" competency. It involves the elements that can make or break a presentation/performance. It deals with the room, stage, props, equipment and setup people. Knowing and mastering setup/stage skills helps speakers create the setting for a successful presentation/performance.

Room Setup
Professional speakers can walk into a room where they are to present/perform and know instantly whether they are looking at a masterful arrangement, a disaster waiting to happen or something in between.

Stage Setup
Proper staging is critical to connecting with audiences and participants.

Equipment Setup
Most professional speakers use some type of audio or visual support equipment in their presentations/performances. Speakers must know about the types of equipment available, and be able to correctly select and use them.

Introductions
Speakers' introductions are an important part of "setting the stage" for their presentations/performances.