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Thousands can be spent on hosting events, but what return do you get from the investment? Not just the investment of money but the invisible (and often large) amount of time spent in its preparation. And when the event itself takes place how well does the team perform on the night?

Click here to view a video on hosting an event.

Do they behave like the people above?

Often, you are disappointed. But then why should your colleagues know what to do, what to say, where to stand etc? Have they ever been trained in this specialist area? When you see them huddled together feeling well outside their comfort zones don't be surprised.

How can Kintish help?

As part of our in-house training programme we now offer a workshop to ensure your corporate event or seminar is a total success. This extra investment will make all the difference. Our 2 key areas of expertise are showing professionals how to become more effective and confident business networkers and presenters. This exciting seminar will cover both to ensure your seminar is a great triumph and an effective and profitable part of your marketing and business development.

Why not show prospects, existing clients and professional contacts what experts you are in particular fields? Give away free and valuable information as an integral part of your marketing. When you make a presentation to your relevant audience you're saying "I've earned the right to be up here; I'm an authority."

Topics covered

Preparation and Planning

  • understanding how your guests feel
  • deciding what you want from the event
  • know your guests
  • timings
  • the role of the Director of Ceremonies

The Actual Event

  • making guests feel welcomed
  • greeting your guests
  • creating an effective first impression
  • breaking the ice
  • remembering names
  • making what you do attention grabbing
  • putting together interesting small talk
  • communicating with expertise
  • knowing where to stand
  • moving into groups
  • moving from groups
  • excusing yourself
  • behaving as a centre of influence
  • raising your profile
  • making introductions
  • moving to business talk
  • creating the business opportunity
  • making best use of business cards

Post Event

  • the collection of information
  • understanding rejection
  • becoming persistent but not a pest
  • understanding how to get past gatekeepers
  • knowing when to give up

This is one of the most important aspects of the whole event, but from our experience often the most neglected. We highlight and stress all the actions to be taken. We produce to you a tried and tested 'After the Event' action plan which, when followed will gain you maximum return for your efforts.

Worth a conversation with us?

For more information about this course and how we can tailor make it to suit your exact requirements, please contact Shona McKinnon on 0161 773 3727 or email shona@kintish.co.uk.

0161 773 3727 enquiries@kintish.co.uk Network House, 7 Scholes Lane, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 0PD

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