When you're hosting a Goal Setting and Achievement Workshop on MS Teams, engaging your audience is key. It's not just about delivering content; it's about making sure your participants are actively involved and soaking up the information. Without engagement, your session might just be background noise. When people are engaged, they're more likely to remember what they've learned and put it into action. So let's dive into some ways you can supercharge your live sessions and leave a lasting impression.

Turn On Those World Maps with Magic Maps

Imagine starting your Goal Setting Workshop by asking everyone where they're joining from and seeing all those locations light up on a map in real-time. With StreamAlive's Magic Maps, this isn't just a dream. Try kicking off the session with questions like, "Where in the world are you setting your goals today?" or "If you could achieve your top goal in any city, where would it be?" This gets everyone involved right from the start, creating a sense of community and excitement as they see their responses appear on the map. It’s a great icebreaker and instantly makes participants feel more connected no matter where they are.

Gather Thoughts with Opinion Polls

Want to dive deeper into the attendees' experiences and thoughts? Then Opinion Polls are your best friend. Ask questions like, "What's the biggest hurdle you've faced in achieving your goals?" or "Share a daily habit that helps you stay committed to your goals." As participants answer, you get real-time insights into their world, which you can use to tailor your session to better meet their needs. It’s a fantastic way to understand your audience and react instantly.

Engage with Power Polls

Interactive polls can turn a passive audience into an engaged group of learners. With Power Polls, you can ask questions like, "Which step of goal setting do you find the most challenging?" or "How many goals are you planning to set this year?" This not only invites participants to share their thoughts but also lets you highlight any common themes or challenges. Seeing the live results can be an eye-opener and springboard for further discussion.

Get Everyone Talking with Winner Wheel

Keeping the energy up during your workshop can be a challenge, especially when some folks might be a bit shy to speak up. The Winner Wheel is a fun way to encourage people to comment and participate. You could say, "Everyone who shares a goal-setting tip in the chat gets a chance to spin the Winner Wheel." Later, you can pick a winner from those who've participated actively. This not only boosts interactions but also gives everyone a friendly little push to join in the conversation. It can be used throughout the session to maintain the excitement and keep the focus sharp.

Capture Thoughts with Wonder Words

Word clouds are a dynamic way to visualize what's happening in your audience's minds during a session. With Wonder Words, you can ask your attendees to type a word that describes their current goal-setting mindset. Watch as "committed," "focused," and "overwhelmed" grow bigger as more people enter them in the chat. Another great question might be, "What's one word that describes your 2023 goal?" This interaction keeps everyone thinking, sharing, and seeing their ideas represented, which helps in cementing those thoughts and ideas.

Let Choice Circle Decide for You

Interactive polls can turn a passive audience into an engaged group of learners. With Power Polls, you can ask questions like, "Which step of goal setting do you find the most challenging?" or "How many goals are you planning to set this year?" This not only invites participants to share their thoughts but also lets you highlight any common themes or challenges. Seeing the live results can be an eye-opener and springboard for further discussion.