"As an emcee and host you set the tone...you keep the audience engaged and connected, and you bring out the best in the speakers and the event. That's a lot to juggle." - Angela Chee

You've been asked to emcee or host a virtual event. Now what?

I'm up late prepping to emcee part of The Asia Professional Speakers Convention and thought it was the perfect time to take you behind the scenes and share my tips on how to emcee or host a virtual event. There is so much that an effective emcee can do in addition to simply introducing guests, reading off their bios, and thanking everyone for coming. And as an Only, this is a great opportunity to step up, gain more visibility in your company and industry, and make connections. You also get to set the tone for the event, keep the audience engaged, and bring out the best in the speakers who are being featured.

In today's episode, I'll share what you should prepare to emcee a virtual event, how to interact comfortably with other speakers, and how to keep your energy up throughout the event.

"These are the things that help you go pro." - Angela Chee

In today's show, I talk about knowing your audience, how to create a script, and why listening is more important than speaking. I also discuss how to overprepare for hosting a virtual event so you're always ready for the unexpected.

"The emcee sets the tone for the entire event." - Angela Chee

Show Notes:

• How to host an online event
• How to prepare to be an emcee
• How to get to know your audience
• How to create a script for an event
• How to stay focused during an online event
• How to keep your energy up during an online event
• How to be a good listener

"It's important for you to be ready for various types of speaking situations — especially in our virtual world — as a speaker, host, emcee, moderator, or guest." - Angela Chee

5 Action Steps:

1. Know your audience
2. Create a show rundown and script
3. Stay focused and listen
4. Keep your energy up
5. Have go-to stories and extras ready

"Ask questions, have calls to action, take polls — use whatever tools you need to keep connected and interactive." - Angela Chee

Brand and Resource Mentions:

• Get the YOU, Amplified Performance Formula free video training series
• Book Angela as an emcee or speaker

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