Hey there, fellow live session hosts! Let's chat about something that's close to all our hearts—keeping our audience awake, engaged, and hooked during our MS Teams live sessions. Especially when we're talking about something as important as Promotion Readiness Training. We all know that when our participants are actively involved, they're more likely to understand, remember, and use the info we're sharing. Plus, it makes the session way more fun for everyone involved, including us as hosts. So how do we make that happen?
Using Magic Maps to Build Connections
Let's talk Magic Maps. This feature is a sure-fire way to get everyone chatting at the start of your MS Teams session. It’s perfect for our Promotion Readiness Training because it brings a personal touch. Start by asking, 'Where in the world are you joining us from?' or spice it up with, 'Which city would you love to work from remotely for a month?' As responses flood in, you'll see locations pop up on the map in real-time. This not only builds a sense of community but also gets everyone involved right from the get-go. You could even ask, 'What’s a dream destination you’d like to celebrate your next promotion at?' to keep the promotion theme going.
Dive Deep with Opinion Polls
Want to open up the floor for deeper insights? Use Opinion Polls to get those creative juices flowing. Pose open-ended questions like 'What’s the biggest challenge you've faced in preparing for a promotion?' or 'Share one effective leadership quality you admire?' StreamAlive will grab those answers from the chat and display them for all to see. This not only surfaces diverse opinions but encourages attendees to learn from each other's experiences.
Get Instant Feedback with Power Polls
Power Polls are a dynamic way to gather instant feedback on subjects like what topics attendees find most beneficial for their promotion or which time management tips they find most effective. You can toss in a quick poll on what skills they believe are most crucial for career growth. As responses come in, everyone gets to see which options are leading—keeping them engaged and curious about their peers' thoughts. It’s a great way to ensure everyone’s on the same page and feeling heard.
Engage with the Winner Wheel
Now, let's make things a bit more exciting with the Winner Wheel. This is a great tool to break the ice or reward participation. You can use it during a session when you're discussing key skills for promotion readiness. Ask participants to share tips or experiences in the chat. Then, spin the wheel to pick a random 'winner' from those who commented. You can offer a small prize, like a free cheat sheet on promotion tips or a one-on-one feedback session. Doing this not only recognizes their effort but also encourages more interaction.
Capture Thoughts with Wonder Words
Lastly, let's capture the overall vibe with Wonder Words. This is where attendees can drop one or two words that describe how they feel about the session topic or perhaps what word comes to mind when they think of 'promotion readiness.' The word cloud will build up in real-time, with the most popular or impactful words standing out. It’s a fantastic way to end the session, visually showing what everyone is taking away from it—plus, it's a great reflective tool for you as the host to see what stood out most.
Simplify Decisions with Choice Circle
Power Polls are a dynamic way to gather instant feedback on subjects like what topics attendees find most beneficial for their promotion or which time management tips they find most effective. You can toss in a quick poll on what skills they believe are most crucial for career growth. As responses come in, everyone gets to see which options are leading—keeping them engaged and curious about their peers' thoughts. It’s a great way to ensure everyone’s on the same page and feeling heard.