Hey there, live session hosts! We all know how tricky it can be to keep everyone glued to their screens during online Employee Appreciation events on Google Meet. It's crucial to make sure your audience stays engaged, as it not only makes the session more fun but also helps everyone retain more information. And who doesn't want their Employee Appreciation event to be memorable? Let's explore some cool StreamAlive features to make your events a hit!

Put Magic Maps to Work

To start your event with a bang, use Magic Maps right off the bat. Ask everyone, "Where in the world are you joining us from today?" and watch their locations light up the map! This not only gets people involved but also gives a personal touch to your Google Meet session. You can even spice it up by asking participants to share a dream travel destination they’ve always wanted to visit or perhaps ask them to pin a city that holds special memories for them. This visual engagement can really set a friendly tone for your Employee Appreciation event.

Dive into Opinion Polls

Open-ended Opinion Polls are a great way to capture more complex feedback from your team. During the appreciation event, ask a thought-provoking question like, "What unique qualities do you appreciate in your colleagues?" or "Share one word that describes your team culture." These polls allow participants to type more personalized answers, and they get to see how their peers feel as well. This can ignite some great discussions and make everyone feel more connected.

Harness Power Polls

Using Power Polls in your live session can make your audience feel heard and get them more chatty. Try asking questions like, "What’s your preferred recognition method: Verbal Praise, Gift Cards, or a Day Off?" and have everyone vote. This will not only help you gather some insights but also encourage participation as attendees see results in real time. You could also run a poll to let attendees choose the next topic of discussion or which appreciation method they value the most.

Winner Wheel Fun

To keep the energy alive during your Google Meet, try throwing in a little excitement with the Winner Wheel. Let’s say you want to give out prizes to attendees who share an inspiring work experience during the event. Simply set up criteria to pick a winner and spin that wheel! It’s a great way to encourage more participation as everyone would love a chance to win, especially when it’s related to showing appreciation. Or, perhaps you could use it at intervals to reward someone who’s been contributing to the chat actively. It’s a fun, random way to spice things up!

Create with Wonder Words

Wonder Words or Word Cloud is an amazing way to visualize thoughts from your audience. During your Employee Appreciation event on Google Meet, get everyone to share what they think is the best part about working at your company or just one word that describes their experience. You’ll get to see a colorful word cloud forming live. It’s super interactive and also a great way for everyone to feel like they're contributing to the vibe of the event. Make sure to play with colors to match your event theme and mood!

Let Choice Circle Decide

Using Power Polls in your live session can make your audience feel heard and get them more chatty. Try asking questions like, "What’s your preferred recognition method: Verbal Praise, Gift Cards, or a Day Off?" and have everyone vote. This will not only help you gather some insights but also encourage participation as attendees see results in real time. You could also run a poll to let attendees choose the next topic of discussion or which appreciation method they value the most.