Whether you're looking to get your name out there or just make some extra cash, hosting an online event can be a smart business move. But if you want people to show up, you need to take the steps necessary to promote your virtual event in a way that will draw them in. Here are five tips for promoting successful online events: 1. Create a strong, engaging call to action The first step in promoting your event is to create a strong call to action. You want people who visit your site or social media pages to know exactly what they're getting themselves into, so be sure that your CTA is clear and easy to understand. Here are some tips for creating effective CTAs:
Include a benefit for attendees (e.g., "learn how X will affect Y")
Use words like "register" or "buy tickets" instead of "sign up" or "join now." This makes it easier for potential attendees who aren't familiar with the term "event registration" or don't know where they should sign up (the website? In person?)
Don't use too many words in the CTA button; too much text can make it difficult for people browsing on mobile devices
2. Encourage social sharing To get the most out of your event, make it easy for people to share their experience with others. Social media is one of the best ways to do this, but don't just post about your event once then forget about it! Create a strategy that encourages social sharing over time--and make sure you're doing all you can on your own channels as well.
You should encourage attendees and speakers alike to share content from or related to their talk via their own channels (like Twitter or Instagram).
3. Leverage the power of video and live streaming
Live streaming is an effective way to promote events. It can be used for pre-event promotions, post-event promotions and even during your event itself. For example, you could use live streaming to provide information about the speakers or topics of discussion at your conference or show, as well as interviews with audience members who are attending from anywhere in the world.
Live streaming also makes it easier for your audience to engage with one another after the event is completed.
4. Be sure to promote your event prior to launch
Before you launch your event, it's important to promote the event. The goal is to build anticipation and make sure that people know about it in a way that will actually reach them.
The most effective way to do this is through social media channels like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. You should also send out emails promoting the upcoming event (make sure they have an opt-out option). If you can afford it, consider hiring an agency or consultant who specializes in online marketing services because they'll have access to more tools than you do!
5. Use an easy-to-follow webinar platform
When it comes to webinar platforms, there are a lot of options. You can use a free one or opt for a paid version that offers additional features. Some platforms also integrate with other tools you may be using (e.g., Salesforce) or your website (e.g., WordPress).
The best way to find out which platform works best for your event is by testing them out yourself!
A successful virtual event needs to be promoted in ways that will reach attendees
The best way to promote an online event is through social media. Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter are free, easy-to-use and allow you to reach a large number of people in your target audience.
Use email marketing campaigns to target potential attendees who have signed up for email updates from your organization or have visited the website before. Send them reminders about upcoming events, as well as tips on how they can benefit from attending the virtual conference or webinar.
Advertise on banner ads placed around relevant sites (e.g., on websites related directly/indirectly) so that it catches the attention of visitors who may be interested in learning more about what's happening at this particular time period! You might also consider using paid search advertising if possible since it allows you greater control over targeting criteria such as location range and demographics information). For example: If you wanted only people living within 250 miles radius around Kingston, Jamaica then you could set up ad groups based upon these criteria so that only those specific types would see my ads instead wasting money promoting blindly across the Caribbean.
Conclusion
Event marketing is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It's important to tailor your tactics to the type of event you're promoting and the audience you're targeting. The five tips we've outlined above are just some of the many ways that you can successfully promote an online event. We hope they help guide your next virtual conference planning process!
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