Chapter 17

Expanding Your Reach with Virtual Events

IN THIS CHAPTER

Bullet Tapping into virtual events

Bullet Looking at the different types of virtual events

Bullet Setting up your own events or calling in an expert

Bullet Running a polished event

Virtual events are not the stuff of science fiction; they are very much our daily reality. So, if you are technologically shy, crush your fears and know that reading this chapter helps you look like a pro!

These events are no longer reserved for major corporations with huge budgets. Just about anyone anywhere with a decent internet connection can now host a video conference, webinar, or hybrid event to capture their audience and send a message worldwide (and if you don’t understand those terms, read on as I explain them later in this chapter!). You need to jump on the bandwagon and take advantage of this technology without reservation. In this chapter, I talk about the many advantages of virtual meetings and how to get help when you need it.

Tip Each virtual meeting ...

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