We've all been there—trying to keep an online audience engaged during a presentation. It's tough, especially when the topic is as intense as sales training for cybersecurity firms. But here’s the thing, a lack of engagement can mean those salespeople might miss out on crucial details. And missing out on important information could cost the company big time. That's why it's super important to keep everyone tuned in. The more engaged your audience, the better they'll retain the info you’re sharing. Let's dive into some interactive tools on Google Meet that can help you do just that.
Make Geography Fun with Magic Maps
Imagine kicking off your session by asking everyone where they’re joining from and watching those locations light up a real-time map with StreamAlive's Magic Maps. Not only does this add a fun and visual start to your session, but it also creates a sense of community and shared learning among your attendees. For example, you could ask, 'Where in the world are you solving cybersecurity challenges from today?' or 'Share a city you've visited that felt super secure!' This not only breaks the ice but also helps everyone feel a bit more connected, no matter where they are in the world.
Capture Out-of-the-Box Insights with Opinion Polls
Sometimes, the most fascinating insights come from free-form responses. StreamAlive's Opinion Polls are perfect for collecting creative and varied answers from your audience. During your session, pose open-ended questions like, 'What innovative strategy have you tried in a recent sale?' or 'What’s your unique take on overcoming a common security obstacle?' The results can lead to a rich pool of ideas that you might not have considered, leading to an even more vibrant discussion and a sense of shared innovation.
Let Their Voices be Heard with Power Polls
One of the biggest challenges is making sure that your audience feels heard. StreamAlive's Power Polls allows you to collect opinions or preferences in real-time and display results instantly. For instance, you could ask, 'What's the biggest challenge facing your team in cybersecurity sales?' Or 'Which product are you most excited to pitch?' Attendees can quickly type in their responses, and boom—you'll have instant insights right there on your screen, contributing to a data-driven discussion.
Keep Everyone Active with the Winner Wheel
Sometimes, folks are just a little shy about jumping into the conversation. StreamAlive’s Winner Wheel can change that. Midway through your session, spark some excitement by announcing a spontaneous giveaway or just a fun little recognition for participation using the Winner Wheel. For instance, you might say, 'Let's spin the wheel to see who's been the most engaged today!' Or try picking someone to answer an impromptu question related to a concept you've just covered. It’s a fantastic way to encourage more write-ins on the chat and get everyone participating, even if it's just to win some friendly bragging rights.
Visualize Group Thoughts with Wonder Words
Create a vivid picture of your audience's thoughts with the Wonder Words feature. As your session progresses, prompt your attendees with questions like, 'What word comes to mind when you think of cybersecurity?' or 'What's one word you associate with sales success?' Watch as these responses transform into a dynamic word cloud. It's a super engaging way to visualize and prioritize what's on everyone's mind, helping you tailor your session on-the-fly to align with the key interests and concerns shared by your audience.
Make Decisions a Breeze with Choice Circle
One of the biggest challenges is making sure that your audience feels heard. StreamAlive's Power Polls allows you to collect opinions or preferences in real-time and display results instantly. For instance, you could ask, 'What's the biggest challenge facing your team in cybersecurity sales?' Or 'Which product are you most excited to pitch?' Attendees can quickly type in their responses, and boom—you'll have instant insights right there on your screen, contributing to a data-driven discussion.