These days, keeping your audience engaged during a live session isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a must. Especially in sales training for the construction industry where getting your point across can make or break a deal. Imagine this: an attendee spaces out on a key strategy and the next thing you know, a critical sales opportunity is lost. That’s a big oops. Right? That’s why we need to make sure every guest in our virtual room is active and tuned in. So how do we do that?

Get Geographical with Magic Maps

Let's kick off our Google Meet session by making our attendees feel instantly connected with Magic Maps. It’s more than just asking for a location—it’s about creating a visual connection. Ask your sales trainees to type their location, and watch their places light up on the map. It’s not only fun but also breaks the ice! Another cool idea? Ask them to share their dream construction project location. Maybe someone wants to be in Dubai, crafting the next architectural wonder. Seeing these pop up on the map can spark conversations and build rapport. Plus, it’s a great way to start understanding the local markets they’re involved in.

Dive Deep with Open-Ended Opinion Polls

Sometimes, you need more than just a yes or no. Open-Ended Opinion Polls let your trainees express what’s really on their minds. Ask them to share feedback on the training techniques or suggest improvements. Or maybe even ‘Describe your experience working with a challenging client in the construction industry’. Not only do you get rich, detailed responses, but your trainees feel valued because their voice is heard. It’s a win-win for everyone.

Tap Into Thoughts with Power Polls

For understanding what your attendees are thinking, Power Polls are unbeatable. Engage them with questions like ‘What’s your biggest challenge in selling to contractors?’ or ‘Which techniques do you find most effective?’. This not only gives you insights into their needs but also allows them to see what their peers think in real time. A bonus? You can adjust your session on-the-fly to address these insights, ensuring you’re always on point with what they need.

Spin Up Some Excitement with Winner Wheel

Who doesn’t love a bit of luck and surprise? The Winner Wheel is perfect to keep your audience in the loop and encourage participation. During your sales training, why not use it to reward engagement? Every time someone answers a question or shares a valuable insight about a construction sales strategy, enter them into a spin. You could also switch it up and spin to decide the next topic or case study to cover. It’s fun and keeps everyone eagerly awaiting their turn. It’s the thrill of randomness but with valuable perks!

Visualize Ideas with Wonder Words

Turn every bit of text into a visual masterpiece with Wonder Words. As your trainees type in answers to questions like ‘Name one word that describes your sales strategy’ or ‘What’s the biggest hurdle in your region?’, their words create a beautiful, dynamic visualization. The most common responses grow larger, helping everyone see what’s on people’s minds at a glance. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to wrap up discussions and highlight recurring themes. It encourages everyone to throw in their thoughts and see them brought to life in real-time.

Let Choice Circle Make the Tough Calls

For understanding what your attendees are thinking, Power Polls are unbeatable. Engage them with questions like ‘What’s your biggest challenge in selling to contractors?’ or ‘Which techniques do you find most effective?’. This not only gives you insights into their needs but also allows them to see what their peers think in real time. A bonus? You can adjust your session on-the-fly to address these insights, ensuring you’re always on point with what they need.