The #1 Thing that Fills Virtual Events (And It’s Not the Content)

by Leesa Renée | Dec 16, 2011 | Virtual Events & Telesummits | 7 comments

Often, I get asked what’s the best way to attract attendees to a virtual event. And too often, those who host virtual events waste precious time focusing on the content and technology, instead of hiring the right people to help them do so.

In the video below, I share the #1 thing that fills virtual events. It’s a phrase I’ve shared many times before, but this time, I add it to song. Hat tip to Mark Silver for inspiring me to reach into my musical background.

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And look out for an announcement from me on Tuesday December 20, 2011 where I’ll share how you can learn about the best marketing tools to use to get more bums in the virtual seats.

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7 Comments

Louise Crooks on December 18, 2011 at 4:36 pm

Great job Leesa! And brave! And now I have that little ditty stuck in my head!! 😉
- Leesa Barnes on December 19, 2011 at 1:22 am
  
  Woohoo! That was the point of the jingle – to make it stick! Glad you liked it Louise 🙂
sandrabaptist on December 17, 2011 at 3:00 am

Ha ha! You’re mad! Could never sing in front a video camera. 7 y/o even says to stop singing in the bathroom as I’m disturbing him! LOL!
Having said that I WILL remember the point!

Great vid!
- Leesa Barnes on December 19, 2011 at 1:22 am
  
  Hah! Yes, I’ve been called weird, odd and crazy – now mad. I LOVE it! Anything to make sure that the content is unforgettable.
Roberta on December 16, 2011 at 10:42 pm

Promotion does. Like the fruits
Lakshmi Gosyne on December 16, 2011 at 10:34 pm

Great way to hammer that home Leesa. Love the singing!
- Leesa Barnes on December 19, 2011 at 1:24 am
  
  I hope my attempt at singing helps to make the point stick. I hope my little reminder helps you focus in on that very tip as you get ready for your January virtual event.