Attendee Engagement
11 Fourth of July Party Ideas the Whole Family Will Enjoy
Fourth of July parties are a summertime favorite, and many people get invites from multiple hosts. To ensure a solid turnout at your party, quality activities and delicious food are a must! In this guide, we cover eleven Fourth of July party ideas to engage guests of all ages. With a bit of planning and…
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How to Plan an Easter Egg Hunt Party: The Step-by-Step Guide
Who doesn’t love candy, competition, and a chance to win prizes? Most children will tell you that hunting for eggs is the best part of Easter. With a bit of spirited competition, brightly colored décor, and in-egg loot, what’s not to love? Hunting for eggs filled with sweets or trinkets can be exciting at any…
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The 10 Best Holiday Office Party Games & How to Play Them
Planning an office party for the holidays is no easy feat. The event planner or planning team is in charge of organizing an event that is fun, festive, and affordable. You’re responsible for planning a party your coworkers will want to attend and, even more importantly, a party they’ll enjoy. Luckily, choosing the right office…
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15 Audience Engagement Strategies That Actually Work
Audience engagement plays a significant role in the success of any event. Whether in-person or online, event organizers want attendees to pay attention and participate. Expert event planners and organizers understand that choosing the right audience engagement strategies can make or break an event. In this post, we look at various audience engagement strategies for…
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18 Virtual Event Engagement Ideas You Should Try
As event planners worldwide shifted strategies to meet the ever-changing needs caused by COVID-19, virtual and hybrid events skyrocketed. Even as in-person events return, many businesses and event planners plan to keep the virtual event trend alive. With virtual and hybrid events becoming a standard part of industry operations, event planners and organizers are on…
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Event Marketing on TikTok: 8 Must-Try Ideas
Event promotion and social media have always been a match made in heaven. Event marketing on TikTok is no different. From event ticket sales to drumming up new event clients, event professionals can take advantage of this creative and far-reaching platform to capture the right audiences. Whether you’re just getting started on TikTok or are…
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Before, During, and After: The Complete Guide to Event Engagement
Have you ever tried to teach a class, promote a discussion, or get people to join in on an activity only to be met with blank stares and an awkward silence? Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. But what…
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Meeting Icebreakers: A Guide to Easing Tension and Strengthening Team Spirit
Not all personality types enjoy being in the spotlight. Many people prefer not to speak on a subject without thoughtful introspection first, and some prefer not to speak at all. This can make it difficult for leaders to receive the feedback they need from their coworkers and staff. With that said, have you ever wondered…
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4 Event Concepts That Dramatically Improve the Attendee Experience
Driven by the millennial mindset, attendee expectations are dramatically shifting the scope and strategy behind meetings and events. Today’s attendees demand personalized experiences that go beyond just sitting in a lecture hall. They’re looking for meetings with meaning, innovation, and insight. But most of all, they’re looking for event concepts and formats that foster authentic…
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13 Keys to Engaging the Audience at Your Next Conference Event
Attendees are increasingly looking for event formats that will actively involve them, facilitate the learning process, and keep them engaged throughout. Below, we shared few tips for engaging the audience at your next conference. The Best Ways to Keep an Event Audience Engaged: 1. Choose skilled moderators that are pros at engaging the audience. An…
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Journey Mapping: 5 Key Tips to Determine the Right Event Experience
Journey mapping stems from outlining a guest’s experience from the moment they walk in to the moment they leave. It takes every aspect of the event and every detail into consideration. With such high emphasis on attendee experience these days, this tool has been instrumental for event professionals. Not only in helping them to meet…
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10 Simple Ways to Get The Most Out of Your Q&A Session
For both the seasoned and the occasional presenter, the Q&A session provokes anxiety and even fear. As Elon Musk recently found out, even the most well-prepared and organized presentation can go off the rails when the speaker is confronted by irrelevant information, non-questions, or even hostility. Yet, the Q&A session is an essential tool. It’s a…
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