Engagement and interaction strategies you can use in future events
The pandemic has altered the way we view events. It took a lot of planning to deliver events successfully. Some rules were broken. However, that is not the correct approach.
Virtual engagement is already a thing in this day and age. People want to see a glimpse of their previous reality. That’s no secret. This is the reason they have turned to events. They get the satisfaction of interacting with other people who share the same interests.
Companies were slowly taking notice of the platform. So, huge corporations have shifted to online interviews, conference hosting, and more.
It’s only a matter of time before everyone switches to virtual events
Moving everything online is a difficult task. Keeping your audience engaged and onboard, on the other hand, should always be your top priority. This is why preparation is essential.
We share with you some tools and tips to help increase virtual engagement during your online events.
What our customers are looking for
RumbleTalk is seeing an increase in the number of clients. Most of them want to know how they can improve their engagement. Our clients have inquired about the following:
- Host virtual gatherings using a live streaming platform. Then, interact with them through the Group Chat.
- Using the Moderated Chat to moderate virtual events. Only ask participants for acceptable messages and questions.
- Job hopefuls are divided into different rooms. These rooms are represented by various firms. Company representatives can interview potential employees in multiple chat rooms.
- Candidates are interviewed via video calls in a secure Private Chat.
- In a live Q&A session, create polls. Make use of it to learn what works for the audience. Ask what they want to see more of and how you can improve in the future.
- Use a dedicated chat platform to organize virtual gatherings in a manageable way.
These only make up some of your FAQs. All of this emphasizes the need for engagement and interaction.
Connecting through virtual events and beyond
Make sure that your audience can reach you easily. A follow-up is almost always possible. These can be inquiries, responses, or feedback. This is a necessary step in the virtual engagement process.
You can connect with your audience by using the Group Chat. Your appointed admins can take over if you are not around.
They are crucial to virtual involvement. They can assist you in answering any question. Even if you have FAQs laid out, some will skip over them. Some just go straight to the live group chat.
Admins are your chat room’s all-around moderators. They have specific rights in the chat to manage the conversation flow.
They are in charge of Moderated Chats and admin mode. In addition, they disconnect/ban persistent trolls. Allow your admins to assist you in handling chat rooms. Then, both you and the audience will benefit.
Reducing the negative impact of losing in-person interaction
Losing in-person interaction will not have a significant impact if the correct tools are in place. There are several ways to communicate online.
Polls are an excellent way to obtain input. It’s also one of the most effective strategies to keep your listeners interested. They can use polls to cast their ballots. Then, ask them to explain why they chose the responses they did.
In turn, this makes it easier for your audience to reach you. You also create more opportunities for them to gather and feel welcomed. Physical events require more space. However, accommodating your audience in a virtual space is also possible.
If you have any questions, you may contact us at support@rumbletalk.com. You can also request a demo online by clicking here.
