Know your players. Assemble the team with no more than 4 players at a time plus the Tour Guide.
Three act structure – Know the beginning, middle, and end
Describe the plot, setting, and the characters
Cut scenes
One mic – share the spotlight of attention
Establish the conflict or dilemma
Make the stakes crystal clear
One climactic moment
Reward your players in the moment for creative ideas and good role-playing
Use your voice to set the tone
Use visuals
Add music to enhance the experience
Know the environment – what’s the weather and what type of encounters are a good fit for the current location?
To roll or not to roll the dice?
Take initiative