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What we've learned taking our events virtual (so far!)
[A THREAD]
We’re all still coming across hiccups + challenges when taking things online – whether that’s a simple meeting, webinar or workshop. So always
havecontingencyplans #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
![What we've learned taking our events virtual (so far!) [A THREAD]We’re all still coming across hiccups + challenges when taking things online – whether that’s a simple meeting, webinar or workshop. So alwayshavecontingencyplans #eventprofsuk #eventplanning](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Et8SreZXcAARbqG.jpg "What we've learned taking our events virtual (so far!) [A THREAD]We’re all still coming across hiccups + challenges when taking things online – whether that’s a simple meeting, webinar or workshop. So alwayshavecontingencyplans #eventprofsuk #eventplanning")
[A THREAD]
We’re all still coming across hiccups + challenges when taking things online – whether that’s a simple meeting, webinar or workshop. So alwayshavecontingencyplans #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
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Whether it is Zoom, Microsoft Teams or any other webinar platform, do your research and understand what they can and cannot do. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
Whether it is Zoom, Microsoft Teams or any other webinar platform, do
your research and understand what they can and cannot do. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
No matter what experience your speaker has delivering virtually…Cover
all bases and schedule in rehearsals and run throughs so they feel confident and reassured ahead of the event. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
Everyone should have the opportunity to participate.Be
#inclusive Ask about any additional needs, share information in advance, think about the format of presentation slides, and consider hiring a closed captioner #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
Knowyour audienceDiscover how they feel about timings, content and level of participation so you can understand the best ways to engage them. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
Mixitup…Consider mixing up your session formats and make the most of engagement tools like Microsoft Live Events’ Q&A function, Zoom webinar polls or http://Sli.do to encourage your audience to get involved. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
Hit record 
If it’s not a closed session, make sure you are recording to create on-demand content for those who couldn’t make it. So, remember
to record #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
What’s the ‘why’ to your virtual event?Make
itamust-see People can very easily opt-out on the day. So crank up your comms and let everyone know about the event 
#eventprofsuk #eventplanning
Take note of what others have learned…We’re all in this together and there are tonnes of articles and blogs out there by event professionals sharing their #virtualevent horror stories – listen to their advice and do your research. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
RehearserehearseREHEARSEFrom your own team to the speakers, it’s important that everyone involved has the opportunity to run through their session and roles ahead of the event. #eventprofsuk #eventplanning
We hope you’ve enjoyed reading our top 10 #VirtualEvent tips 
There will surely be more to come over the next year (oh hey, #Hyrbid events) but if you want to read our lessons learned in more detail, head over to our blog
https://bit.ly/2Neg5EK
There will surely be more to come over the next year (oh hey, #Hyrbid events) but if you want to read our lessons learned in more detail, head over to our blog
https://bit.ly/2Neg5EK
