Hey there, live session hosts! We all know how crucial audience engagement is during a virtual session, especially when it comes to training your sales team in the agriculture and farming industry. If your folks miss out on important insights, it could cost big time. So, let’s dive into some easy and fun ways to keep your audience attentive and make sure they're not just present but also soaking up the knowledge you’re sharing!
Get Geographical with Magic Maps
Start your training session by asking your audience where they’re tuning in from using the Magic Maps feature. This is a great icebreaker and can also pinpoint where your sales forces are located world-wide. Since each region might have specific client needs, you could ask them, 'What's the most common crop in your area?' or 'Which region do you believe has the most potential for sales growth?' When they respond, watch their locations sparkle on the map. This helps create a sense of community and shared goals, right there on your MS Teams window.
Gather Insights with Opinion Polls
Use Opinion Polls to gather deeper insights into your team's thoughts. Ask open-ended questions such as, 'What challenges do you face while selling in the farming industry?' or 'Share a tip that works best in your territory.' This will provide a wealth of knowledge exchanges and gives you material to address specific topics in depth during the training.
Instant Feedback with Power Polls
Keep your session lively and your content on point with Power Polls. Send out a quick poll asking questions like, 'How many sales did you close last quarter?' or 'Which sales technique do you find most effective in your area?' This not only gives you real-time insights into your team's performance but also encourages them to actively reflect on their practices. You get immediate feedback, and your team feels involved in shaping the training.
Drive Participation with the Winner Wheel
Bring some excitement to your session by using the Winner Wheel. This is perfect for rewarding participation. For example, after discussing a key sales strategy, invite your audience to comment with one takeaway. Spin the wheel to reward one lucky participant with a small prize, like a coffee voucher or a shout-out. You can also spin the wheel to decide which region sales report to discuss next, making your session interactive and unpredictable!
Visualize Thoughts with Wonder Words
Wonder Words are a great way to visualize your audience's thoughts in real-time. Ask your team something like, 'What's the number one quality of a great sales rep?' or 'Name a tool that increases your productivity on the field.' Watch as a word cloud forms from their responses. It’s visually engaging and acts as a reflective mirror of your audience’s priorities. Plus, it'll help you identify key areas to focus on during your session. So, let’s make those words come alive!
Decision-Making Made Easy: Choice Circle
Keep your session lively and your content on point with Power Polls. Send out a quick poll asking questions like, 'How many sales did you close last quarter?' or 'Which sales technique do you find most effective in your area?' This not only gives you real-time insights into your team's performance but also encourages them to actively reflect on their practices. You get immediate feedback, and your team feels involved in shaping the training.