Is your business looking to build better customer relationships, launch exciting new products or strengthen your brand? Although many companies know these are vital components of any business, they don’t know how to do it successfully. So, what’s the trick? Webcasting is an extremely effective tool – but make sure you follow the tips below:
- Build Awareness: while webcasts are great tools for reaching a large number of people without spending a fortune, having the right audience is key. Building awareness will help optimize your success and ensure that your target audience is reached. You may want to consider building a pre-event website and sending pre-registration emails.
- Create a Checklist: make sure your webcast runs smoothly by creating a pre-event checklist. You’ll need to have the proper internet infrastructure, find out what audio visual equipment will be required and carefully plan out your business objectives.
- Quality Streaming: without the right equipment, it’s going to be difficult to put on a quality webcast. The audio visual equipment is only one step, but you also need to make sure you have a quality encoder, the right software and streaming support infrastructure – that’s where we come in!
At CitiView Audio Visual, we have what it takes to conduct a webcast that leaves a lasting impression. From Multi-Camera Switching to Picture-in-Picture and Content Delivery systems we’ve got you covered. Give us a call today at 212-632-5196 to learn more.
Why Use Visual Aids?
Ditch the long paragraphs and even the bullet points – use images instead. How many times have you sat in on a presentation only to be bored to tears? Let’s face it, we’d rather look at pictures than stare at a screen full of text and that is why you need to use visual aids during your next presentation.
One of the most important things to do before planning an event or presentation is to come up with goals. Why are you putting on this presentation in the first place? Once you establish clear goals, you want to accomplish them right? Research shows that you are twice as likely to accomplish your goals by using visual aids.
According to Professor Albert Mehrabian, 55% of the information we take in is visual while only 7% is text. Believe it or not, we are 50% more likely to retain a visual message after 3 days compared to bullet points where we only remember about 10% of the message portrayed.
Remember the old adage “a picture is worth a thousand words” – the same idea holds true for presentations. Keep that in mind the next time you are preparing slides.
Need a projector or projector screens for your next event? Call CitiView Audio Visual today – we’ve got you covered!
Planning For A Corporate Event
Ever wonder what goes into planning for a corporate event? Most of the time, people only see the final steps, when it’s all put together and everything is running smoothly – we hope. While planning for an event can be extremely stressful, here are a few tips to take some of the pressure off:
- What is the goal of the event? It’s nearly impossible to begin preparing for an event if you don’t have a clear goal. It’s important to sit down and gather all of the necessary information to in order to help you decide on the venue, the participants and anything else needed to achieve your goal.
- Choosing an event management company: It’s a good idea to have an event company ultimately run your event. They are the ones with the knowledge, expertise and resources in order to make your event really stand out. That’s where we come in. Our staff has years of experience under their belts and have the technology and equipment to make your event shine!
- The Set-up: Are there going to be speeches or special presentations? Think about what you’re going to need to make sure the audience receives a clear message. Consider setting up a stage and make sure to rent any audio and visual equipment you may need.
At CitiView Audio Visual, we have what you need to make your corporate event one to remember. We provide everything from audio and visual equipment to projection screen rentals and streaming services. Give us a call at 212-632-5196 the next time you’re preparing for an event.
How To Get The Most Out of a Business Meeting
Don’t waste your time and energy with a lousy business meeting. When nothing gets accomplished not only is it frustrating for you, the company wastes valuable resources. How can you get the most of your next business meeting? See below to find out:
- Have a clear-cut goal in mind: it’s vital to understand why you are having the meeting and what you want to accomplish during it. Write down a few goals beforehand and don’t leave until you get the answers you are looking for.
- Come up with a plan: once you have a list of goals, you need to create a plan on how you will communicate these goals to the audience. Be as straightforward as possible and be willing to answer questions.
- Encourage participation: try to make everyone feel involved. Nobody likes when one or two people take over. Ask questions and provide handouts if you think it will help the audience stay focused.
- Change it up: if you always use the same items during your meetings, it may be time to switch it up. Try using projection screens to display slides and consider using audio equipment if the people farthest from you will have trouble hearing.
At CitiView Audio Visual, we understand that meetings pop up and presenters’ needs change on-site. Our staff will respond quickly and professionally with any audio/visual service you may need so you can accomplish your goals!
Daniela Adams
I like your comment about creating a checklist. I agree with you, having a checklist and a plan can help you stay on track and organize your event properly. Also, when it comes to technology, it always helps to test the equipment beforehand to ensure it works properly.
Zequek Estrada
I really like that suggestion to make a pre-event checklist for your webcast. That way, you can ensure not to forget anything. I imagine it also helps to speak to experts of some kind about their experience.
Michael Robinson
I love what you had to say here on how to build awareness with your webcast. The most important thing that you have said here is that you have the right audience. My wife really wants to start recording a children’s show online so we need to invest in some equipment. Thanks again!