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Virtual Event Mistakes: 10 Things To Avoid Doing!

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At the very least, go with someone who is willing to undergo some training from people who’ve done it before. # 8 Not Rehearsing. Rehearsing is not optional…rehearsal is not optional…rehearsal is not optional! 5 Choosing The Wrong Platform.

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Event Management Versus Event Production: What’s the Difference?

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And don’t worry: they’ll rehearse with you before the event, so you know everything will go off without a hitch. Staff training. Event production pros will often travel to your event, so you aren’t saddled with local providers. Event management companies can handle the following: . Venue selection. Vendor collaboration. Technology.

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4 Tips to Make Presenters More Effective for Any Audience

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The past 12 months have brought a huge jump in demand for speaker and presenter coaching, according to Kerri Garbis, founder and CEO of Ovation, a Boston-based communication-skills training firm. As a result, Ovation cemented a deal this month to be Meeting Professionals International’s exclusive speaker-training partner.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. Whether hosting a live, virtual, or hybrid event, rehearsing is an important part of the planning process, especially when digital technology or media are involved.

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Virtual Event Speakers: The Ultimate Hacks For Success

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You’re either a planner eager to learn how you can set your virtual speaker up for success, or you’re a speaker looking to be trained in the art of virtual presentations. This means no pets, no people running around, no metal band rehearsing in your basement. Good tech goes a long way in helping with this! #7 Conclusions.

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Your 2021 Virtual Event Budget Checklist!

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Project Management & Strategy: Includes trainings, meetings, reviewing content, post-event debrief, and more. Pre-Production: Sourcing gear, rehearsals, pre-records. These basics include: Marketing & PR: Through which avenues are you promoting your event? Registration: Platform fee, service, charges, refunds, and more.

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The Nitty-Gritty Of Virtual Event Production With Socio!

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Make sure that you’ve gone through it and you’ve rehearsed it. “You have to train your virtual speakers , making sure they feel confident and comfortable when it comes to presenting in an event. Also, think about training your attendees by gearing them up with clear communication for the event itself.