“I thought you would come out with more ENERGY!” Imagine hearing THAT from a meeting planner! (Ask Darren!) He and Mark talk about matching the audience’s energy as they share techniques for connecting quickly and delivering an unforgettable experience.
SNIPPETS:
• Read the room and match the energy
• Always connect first
• Research the audience; learn what is top of mind for them
• Arrive hours or days early and have conversations in the corridor
• Keep your finger on the pulse of the event
• Avoid get caught thinking, “I didn’t see THAT coming!”
• Avoid starting with energy too low or too high
• Look at the audience as you speak and check their body language
• See the audience’s perspective