Alright, fellow Zoomers, let's get real about something super important—keeping our audience engaged during those HR Professional Certification Programs. If your attendees are zoning out, they're not going to absorb all the awesome HR stuff you're sharing. Keeping them engaged means they'll learn more, remember more, and maybe even spread the word about how great your sessions are. So, let's dive into some cool ways to get your audience talking, thinking, and sticking around for the whole show.
Put Your Audience on the Map
Imagine kicking off your session by asking everyone where they’re tuning in from. With StreamAlive’s Magic Maps, you can see real-time pins popping up all over the globe, making everyone feel connected even across distances. Start with something simple like “Where are you joining us from today?” or spice it up with a question like, “If you could teleport to any HR summit anywhere in the world, where would it be?” Seeing those locations appear live creates a sense of community and makes your session feel more intimate. Don't forget, you can highlight clusters, so if you've got a bunch of people from the same city, give them a shout-out!
Open for Opinions
Sometimes you need more than a simple multiple-choice question. That’s where Opinion Polls come in. Ask your audience something like, "What was your biggest 'aha! moment' in an HR role?" or "Tell us about your go-to resource for HR advice." Setting it up is a breeze, and the responses start rolling in straight from the chat. It's like crowdsourcing all those great ideas you wish you’d thought of yourself, while also getting everybody to participate.
Run Live Power Polls
Wondering how your audience feels about an HR topic or technique? Fire up a quick Power Poll. Ask them something like, "Which area of HR certification do you struggle with the most?" or "What’s the most important skill for an HR professional this year?" Running these polls gives everyone a chance to weigh in. Plus, when those results pop up in real-time, it sparks even more dialogue about the topic. Bonus tip: tweak those poll colors to keep everything looking lively and on brand.
Spin for Engagement
We all know how tough it can be to get everyone to participate. That's where the Winner Wheel comes in. It's like having a mini-game show right in your Zoom call. Anytime you notice things getting a bit too quiet, spin that wheel! You can use it to reward attendees who’ve chimed in during key moments or pose a question and spin to pick a random winner from those who answered. How about using it to give away a free consultation or a nifty HR tool? It’s a fun way to crank up the excitement and keep folks typing in that chat.
Create a Cloud of Ideas
There's something magical about seeing a cluster of words come together in a Word Cloud. Want to get everyone’s quick take? Ask them, "What’s one word you associate with effective HR practices?" As responses come in, you'll see which concepts are really resonating. Maybe even pose a question like, "What's the buzzword in HR this year?" and watch it grow. With Word Clouds, the audience's thoughts literally float up and you can address what's catching people’s attention most. And yes, you can play around with colors and combinations to keep it all looking fresh!
Let the Circle Decide
Wondering how your audience feels about an HR topic or technique? Fire up a quick Power Poll. Ask them something like, "Which area of HR certification do you struggle with the most?" or "What’s the most important skill for an HR professional this year?" Running these polls gives everyone a chance to weigh in. Plus, when those results pop up in real-time, it sparks even more dialogue about the topic. Bonus tip: tweak those poll colors to keep everything looking lively and on brand.