How to Set Up a Webinar

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How to Run a Successful Webinar

A webinar is basically a web conference with audio.

It's a great way to carry out training, launch new products, and conduct working meetings online.

When meeting participants are dispersed around the country (or the world) and must share documents and data, a webinar is an efficient and cost-saving solution.

Learn how to make your webinars run smoothly.

Choosing a Video Conferencing Service 

When deciding on a webinar service, it's important to ensure it supports the software you use to share documents. Your web conferencing provider can help you select the right software for your requirements and will make every effort to ensure your webinar runs as smoothly as possible.

Other options that will help make your webinar a success include:

  • Early registration

  • Online room setup

  • Audience survey

  • Participation meter

  • Webinar follow-up

iLinc offers all the services above, and also includes an Editor that can be used to cut out distracting noises or pauses in the virtual presentation, add in bookmarks to specific areas, or slice the presentation into a few smaller presentations.

Set Up a Practice Webinar 

Nothing is more exasperating than discovering technical problems as your online presentation begins. You should set up a practice webinar with one or two colleagues in various locations prior to your primary event.

Besides working out any glitches, you'll be more comfortable with the use of the software when the actual event happens.

Don't Simply Reuse Classroom Material 

Although webinar technology is great in numerous ways, don't expect to cover the equivalent amount of matter in a one-hour webinar training session as you would in a one-hour classroom session.

Plan to incorporate somewhat less content than in a classroom, particularly if you're new to online conferencing.

Moderators - Arrive Early 

Webinar moderators must make sure they enter the online meeting room a few minutes early. It's respectful to welcome participants as they arrive.

By doing so, you will be prepared to begin the online meeting on time. It will also give you a final opportunity to ensure the webinar is set up correctly.

Besides being the subject matter expert, you can anticipate a few questions from the participants about gaining access to the webinar.

If the participants must install software plug-ins, make certain you can direct them to the download site; if there are particular browser requirements, make sure you are familiar with them.

Stick to Your Timetable 

Whether your webinar participants are customers, partners, employees, or another combination of people, make an effort to respect their time. Create a timetable and stick to it.

As the moderator, it's your responsibility to facilitate keeping the discussion on topic if required.

Review Your Webinar 

Many webinar providers, including iLinc, offer the option to archive your presentation. If you're new to webinars, be sure to watch your own event afterwards.

You need to know what the audience experienced, which may well have been be different than what you thought you were providing. This will be a big help in learning what you need to improve on for future webinars.

Take Advantage of iLinc's Free Trial Offer 

iLinc Web and Video Conferencing offers a 14 day free trial, as well as demos to help you get started.

Hold webinars, online meetings, and conferences while you try out iLinc's many features, and learn how smoothly and professionally your online presentations can be run.

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