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8:44 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Today's #eventprofs chat starting in approx 15 mins (12 pm ET). Join as we discuss learnings from recession, business blogging
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8:49 am
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EchelonExhibits:
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RT @TradeShows Even though tradeshow attendance is down at major show, the key buyers are still there.http://tinyurl.com/m95w5t #eventprofs
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8:55 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Today's #eventprofs discussion beginning in 5 minutes. Please join us. Topics: Learning from recession, business blogging.
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8:56 am
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KatrinaG:
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Prepping to join the #eventprofs chat! Feel free to snooze me! I'll be yakking your page for about an hour!
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8:57 am
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KenaSiu:
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Getting ready for #eventprofs chat, if you don't want to be bother please filter the tag instead of unfollow. Tks!
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8:58 am
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lotsofdimples:
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#eventprofs - looking forward to learning (once again) from Jeff Hurt @jeffhurt
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8:58 am
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iBradWilson:
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After missing several, I'm finally able today to do an #eventprofs chat!
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8:59 am
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KatrinaG:
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Going to join #eventprofs chat, feel free to snooze me! http://twittersnooze.com/ be yakking for an hour!
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9:00 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Welcome all. Let's start by introducing yourself - location, job, company. You know the drill. Tell us about yourself. #eventprofs
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9:00 am
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rachelES:
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RT @KatrinaG: Going to join #eventprofs chat, feel free to snooze me! http://twittersnooze.com/ be yakking for an hour! [cool tool!]
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9:01 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs Kathleen Gilroy, ceo SWIFT Media Networks. We are developing a mobile platform for events.
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9:01 am
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conventionplani:
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Hello all! Ashley Spitzer, Maryland, Director of Internet Operations, ConventionPlanit.com #eventprofs
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9:01 am
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tojulius:
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RT @rachelES RT @KatrinaG: Going to join #eventprofs chat, feel free to snooze me! http://twittersnooze.com/ be yakking for an hour! [same]
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9:02 am
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katieroski:
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Hello! Katie Roski in Chicago at the Am Dietetic Assn. #eventprofs
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9:02 am
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BusyEvent:
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Brian Slawin, Partner at BusyEvent in St. Louis - Tools for quality introductiosn to people, products and ideas #eventprofs
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9:02 am
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ZeristaSoftware:
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John Kanarowski, Zerista.com, next gen conf and tradeshow software company in Denver. #eventprofs
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9:02 am
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SmartSource:
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Travis from the SmartSource Rentals NYC Office here. Hi All. Looking forward to another #eventprofs chat
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9:02 am
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moehlert:
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RT @kathleenceo: #eventprofs Kathleen Gilroy, ceo SWIFT Media Networks. We are developing a mobile platform for events.
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9:02 am
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KenaSiu:
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Hi everyone, Kena from Romania @ Makken's #eventprofs
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9:02 am
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KatrinaG:
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Hi, every one- my name is Katrina Gredona, and I'm an apprentice in event planning. No company yet. I'm here to learn!=) #eventprofs
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9:02 am
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lotsofdimples:
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Lee Anne Orange, AMT (trade association), in exhibitions dept. - McLean, VA we put on tradeshow IMTS (IMTS.com) #eventprofs
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9:02 am
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csalomonlee:
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(participating in eventprofs chat - please filter out) Cece Salomon-Lee, Director of Marketing, InXpo - virtual events & more #eventprofs
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9:03 am
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rachelES:
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Rachel Globus, Editor of Event Solutions mag & #tsmw presenter, LA area. Morning! Finishing July issue but will follow as I can #eventprofs
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9:03 am
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spkrinteractive:
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Rob Swanwick with the new improved Speaker Interactive avatar :) #eventprofs
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9:03 am
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tojulius:
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Hey Julius from London - Event Amateur #eventprofs
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9:03 am
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rachelES:
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@BusyEvent long time no tweet! I still have to go listen to your chat w/@mmcallen on MeetingsPodcast! #eventprofs
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9:04 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Welcome every1. Some new faces too. Q1: When recession over, what are sum things u've learned that you'll apply in future. #eventprofs
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9:04 am
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KatrinaG:
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Oh i was in the middle of @mmcallen's Podcast with @BusyEvent yesterday!:) #eventprofs
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9:04 am
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rachelES:
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@kathleenceo definitely want to hear more about what you're working on... link? #eventprofs
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9:04 am
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csalomonlee:
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@tojulius long time no speak - how are you! you're no amateur on events =) #eventprofs
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9:05 am
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MPIRandyC:
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Talk Ain?t Cheap, But It Doesn?t Have 2 Bust the Budget - Securing speakers w/ little fiscal pain http://ow.ly/fPQ2 #mpi #eventprofs
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9:05 am
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tojulius:
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@csalomonlee I am totally - I am learning #eventprofs
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9:06 am
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iBradWilson:
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Hi, Brad Wilson from Mardar Entertainment / The Three Waiters in NYC! #eventprofs
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9:06 am
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spkrinteractive:
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Adding value not just to try to maintain revenue, but to increase market share #eventprofs
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9:07 am
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KenaSiu:
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@Jeffhurt Sign a contract before giving any kind of info to the client, she postponed with no date #eventprofs
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9:07 am
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Jeffhurt:
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I'll start w/ one of my recession takeaways. No more booking venues (hotels) w/ multiple owners! #eventprofs
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9:07 am
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csalomonlee:
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from my perspective, virtual events will become a part of overall events strategy - how, when and why to use alongside physical #eventprofs
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9:07 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt ouch! #eventprofs
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9:07 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs I like to cite Kathy Sierra's slide on why face to face meetings matter more than ever: http://bit.ly/vJbRf
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9:07 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@spkrinteractive Speak more to that would your Robert? How do you add value to increase market share? #eventprofs
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9:07 am
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BusyEvent:
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@rachelES One of the better one's. @mmcallen is very good itnerviewer. I'll reach out to you next week...new stuff to share #eventprofs
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9:08 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@csalomonlee Good point. Integrating virtual experiences for attendees along with F2F event. #eventprofs
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9:08 am
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rachelES:
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@BusyEvent can't wait to hear about it! yes, he's great to talk to #eventprofs
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9:08 am
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BusyEvent:
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@csalomonlee I've got a preconceived notion on what a 'virtual' event is . . . care to share your persepective? #eventprofs
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9:08 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt I learned that you will never guess how many things you can get for free, it's about negotiation #eventprofs
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9:08 am
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conventionplani:
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@csalomonlee agreed, there is a need for both #eventprofs
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9:09 am
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katieroski:
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RT @csalomonlee regarding virtual events. Add them into ur biz outcomes to help figure out how and what to use. #eventprofs
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9:09 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@Jeffhurt Get speakers to do more than speak live for your event. Creates more value so that event is better regarded #eventprofs
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9:09 am
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crlambert:
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Hello all! Carla Lambert, American Dietetic Association, Chicago, IL. #eventprofs
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9:10 am
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csalomonlee:
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@BusyEvent with only 140 characters? =) Ian Mcgonnidal had a great definition on AMA Boston blog - let me find it #eventprofs
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9:10 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@spkrinteractive Gr8 point. Give the group some tactics on getting speakers to add more value...I know U have them. :) #eventprofs
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9:10 am
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KatrinaG:
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Hi Carla! #eventprofs
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9:10 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs I'm highly skeptical of virtual events. I think about my wedding (6 years ago) and what it would have lost by being virtual
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9:10 am
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EventSolutions:
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RT @kathleenceo: I like to cite Kathy Sierra's slide on why face to face meetings matter more than ever: http://bit.ly/vJbRf #eventprofs
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9:10 am
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lotsofdimples:
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@spkrinteractive - I agree. You can create more buzz if you get the speakers to blog about the event we never did that before. #eventprofs
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9:10 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@tojulius Interesting, getting more for free. Kinda like social media--seeing lots of free content these days. #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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BusyEvent:
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@csalomonlee Yeah, I know . . . the pressure. I think @jeffhurt said it best, 'virtual is a good add to F2F". #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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katieroski:
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Negotiation is huge. Balancing negotiation, adding value to ur customers, and keeping the integrity of your show. #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@Jeffhurt Some options are pre-event tele/web conf, pre/post videos from speaker, extended Q&A via web, and follow-up webcasts #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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csalomonlee:
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@busyevent - here's the link: http://tinyurl.com/krdhdc #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@kathleenceo I think what ppl are saying is allowing others to attend virtually by reading Twitter stream, video streaming #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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BusyEvent:
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@EventSolutions Waht if grandma couldn't be there in person but could 'watch' on computer and Twitter with attendees? #eventprofs
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9:11 am
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iBradWilson:
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I have tried unconventional marketing that I will keep going, and I spend much more personal time with clients than I used to. #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@kathleenceo I'm also a fan of adding webinars & blogtalkradio interviews B4 & After event to extend attendee experience. #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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csalomonlee:
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@kathleenceo what I'm referring to is more of a biz application for virtual - not the "emotional" if I can use that term #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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KatrinaG:
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Would everyone say event planners fresh out of school, have to learn social media alongside F2F planning? #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt Agreed! Virtual is an add, not a replacement, IMHO #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt I was surprised by how many things you can get in exchange of good SocMed PR (whcih comes at low cost) #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@lotsofdimples Getting them to blog is a great way to go. If the speaker gets feedback pre-conf, they can tailor their speech. #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@katieroski Yes, negotiation is huge. Recession taught me some things to really start looking for in future contracts. #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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katieroski:
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@lotsofdimples Having ur speakers blog I think will become the new model for pre-conference promotion. #eventprofs
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9:12 am
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KatrinaG:
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as in *really have to* #eventprofs
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9:13 am
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rachelES:
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@BusyEvent I think Twitter needs to be a little more user-friendly before grandma can start tweeting! #eventprofs
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9:13 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs I really like the use of video interviews in the hallway and on the show floor as a way of capturing ideas and sharing them
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9:13 am
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BusyEvent:
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@KatrinaG I'd say most recent college grads are way more 'up' on SM than the average . . . need to learn the biz apps component. #eventprofs
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9:13 am
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katieroski:
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@Jeffhurt I agree and even if u have multi-yr contracts, relook at those and negotiate. My exhibitors are expecting this #eventprofs
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9:13 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs Will your speakers blog for free?
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9:13 am
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iBradWilson:
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We are also making more use of client testimonials. Using them in our email sigs, cataloging them by type, etc. #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@BusyEvent @EventSolutions Yes, I agree. I have friends who did live streaming of their wedding from Hawaii. It was cool. #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@lotsofdimples How are you getting the speaker blogs out to prospective attendees? #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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tojulius:
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@katieroski true, I tend to think they everybody already does blog - which is not the case #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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BusyEvent:
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@rachelES What? My granny's on Twitter and she ROCKS - and I agree. She calls me all the time with Q's...love that granny! #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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rachelES:
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@kathleenceo great idea! curious, is anybody using a Flip Cam for fast video upload? http://www.theflip.com/ #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@iBradWilson What's unconventional marketing to you Brad? Give some example would you. #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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KenaSiu:
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Regarding virtual events MPI did a great job with the webinars before WEC #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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csalomonlee:
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secondly, think social media is more important for events to bring people together - ppl want info in different ways now #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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conventionplani:
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@KatrinaG technology is certainly here to stay - can only help a newbie to have knowledge #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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KatrinaG:
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@BusyEvent I did:D...and Id also say ave. college grad doesnt understand marketing/bus. aspect of SM. *nods* #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@kathleenceo I require it in my speaker contracts. Two blog posts, 1 newsletter art, 1 webinar, 1 radio interview & f2f #eventprofs
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9:14 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt We live stream almost every event - speaker sessions behind PW security - able to carry to mobile devices if needed. #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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metzpeter:
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Peter Metz w/ ZOOM.7-Dallas (In chicago at the moment) jumping on board late. #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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rachelES:
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@BusyEvent your granny is amazing! just did a workshop on SM and I think it can be a bit of a challenge for newbies #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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csalomonlee:
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@rachelES we do for interviews from events that we record - great little tool #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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SmartSource:
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@KatrinaG I would say yes, social media should definitely be in a new event planner's skillset #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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katieroski:
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@KatrinaG Yes, it is imperative to learn about social media. In many ways, it is redefining aspects of f2f meetings #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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lotsofdimples:
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@kathleenceo we have made it part of the contract that speakers will blog. #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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KatrinaG:
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Hi Peter! #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@KatrinaG I think it's imporatnt 2 have understanding of how 2 strategically integrate "social" elements B4, during After events #eventprofs
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9:15 am
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KatrinaG:
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I'm on the right track then=) #eventprofs
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9:16 am
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spkrinteractive:
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RT @Jeffhurt: I require extra in my speaker contracts. Two blog posts, 1 newsletter art, 1 webinar, 1 radio interview #eventprofs
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9:16 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt which means, as well, gaining the traditoinal EXP as an events assistant *nods* #eventprofs
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9:16 am
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tmac20043:
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RT@MPIRandyC:Talks not Cheap, But It Doesnt Have 2 Bust the Budget-Securing speakers w/little fiscal pain http://ow.ly/fPQ2 #mpi #eventprofs
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9:17 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@rachelES My 70+ year old mother is a techie! She's connected virtually to everything. Tweets & SMS me. She loves it. #eventprofs
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9:17 am
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KatrinaG:
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Has Web 2.0 affected anyone's Event Plan significantly, how you map out all the components? #eventprofs
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9:17 am
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iBradWilson:
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Uncnvntional (for us): Using email blast data to decide who/when to make calls, asking for post show promotion frm fundraisers.. #eventprofs
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9:17 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt Corp clients that engage outside speakers have used this as part of extranet for event. #eventprofs
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9:17 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@KatrinaG Yes. I think we're seeing the integration of offline & online meetings and events. If U can, get training in both. #eventprofs
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9:17 am
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metzpeter:
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@Jeffhurt It is important to have a strategy but also important to have a very clear objective. Why is the ? to ask and answer #eventprofs
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9:18 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs one of my MIT pals has developed key word search and autofollow on twitter for lead gen around event tag
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9:18 am
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csalomonlee:
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@KatrinaG i think it's just another tool you have to consider for pre,during, after event. look at your strat, obj, and audience #eventprofs
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9:18 am
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iBradWilson:
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More aggressively pursuing potential showcase opps/future events. Not waiting for them to come to us base on our reputation. #eventprofs
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9:18 am
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parkwestevents:
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Hey @CRLambert from American Dietetic Association! #eventprofs
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9:18 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@metzpeter Hi Peter. We're talking about things we've learned from recession. Naturally turned to social media. Ha. #eventprofs
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9:18 am
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tojulius:
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I suggest that events should be designed around social media and Not vice versa, otherwise it's a waste of time #eventprofs
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9:18 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt currently working hard to land informational interviews with event planners:D #eventprofs
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9:19 am
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KatrinaG:
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SM+ Recession= perfect topic mates! hehe #eventprofs
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9:19 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@tojulius Speak to that Julius. What do you mean design events around social media? #eventprofs
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9:19 am
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KatrinaG:
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@csalomonlee makes sense! #eventprofs
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9:20 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@parkwestevents Come join us in the chat. We'd love to hear your takeaway learnings from recession. #eventprofs
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9:20 am
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KenaSiu:
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@tojulius totally agree! that's the way to get the proper attendees to the event #eventprofs
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9:20 am
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pcmahq:
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Look for a special announcement from PCMA and ACTE this afternoon at 4:30 EDT #pcma #acte #eventprofs #travel
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9:20 am
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ACTECONNECT:
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Look for a special announcement from ACTE and PCMA this afternoon at 4:30 EDT #acte #pcma #travel #eventprofs
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9:20 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@metzpeter Peter brings up good point. What's the goal for your event, social media applications, etc. Start there and move out. #eventprofs
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9:21 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs business model is building a network and the event is simply a catalyst for that network rather than vice versa. changes design
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9:21 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt Concepts should be strongly shaped to integrate say twitter, otherwise it's like Seth Godin say - a Meatball Sundae #eventprofs
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9:21 am
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parkwestevents:
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@jeffhurt - we just need to figure out TweetChat :) #eventprofs
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9:21 am
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KatrinaG:
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@parkwestevents you could also use TweetGrid: www.tweetgrid.com #eventprofs
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9:21 am
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iBradWilson:
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Biggest: mde it priority to btr suprt anyone who reps us: many types of agent friendly material, will design ads, conf calls #eventprofs
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9:22 am
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tojulius:
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@tojulius two things completely disconnected put together, you need to create what I like to call a Contaminated Concept #eventprofs
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9:22 am
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rachelES:
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@parkwestevents i recommend http://www.tweetgrid.com/. Not as pretty, but great functionality. #eventprofs
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9:22 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt @metzpeter So you guys would say that SM should be inclusive in your Goal and then Objectives #eventprofs
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9:22 am
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pathable:
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@tojulius Not sure I agree. I've seen Twitter/etc be effective serendipitously. Planning better, but can be value even w/o it #eventprofs
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9:23 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@tojulius Clairify contaminated concept? How does that apply to meetings and events. #eventprofs
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9:23 am
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csalomonlee:
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what's the difference between tweetgrid and tweetdeck? #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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BusyEvent:
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@tojulius I'm going to disagree. Events can 'use' SM but the event goals are not dependent on effective SM. #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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KatrinaG:
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@csalomonlee TweetDeck's a desktop app that is all comprehensive #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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MelyMello:
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Hi all, sorry I'm late. What are we talking about? #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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tojulius:
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@pathable of course, I am just referring to the ''let's get twitter on top of that so that we can make up for our poor event' #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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katieroski:
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@pathable @tojulius I would agree with @pathables. I don't know if events should be designed around SM, but incorporated with #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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KatrinaG:
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@csalomonlee TweetGrid merely stacks some searches exclusively in real time #eventprofs
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9:24 am
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Jeffhurt:
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He ( @pathable ) makes a good point. You can ignore social media but because of attendee-generated comments, content...more #eventprofs
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9:25 am
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KatrinaG:
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@MelyMello Recession impacting event planning industry personally...and then now we've sort of segwayed into SM #eventprofs
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9:25 am
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bradpirman:
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Should Social Media should be a vehicle to reach participants to accomplish goals and not the goal itself? #eventprofs
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9:25 am
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Jeffhurt:
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cont ... It's going to have an impact on your event, with or without you. Unless your audience is not connected in anyway. #eventprofs
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9:25 am
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BusyEvent:
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@tojulius @pathable Agree with that. SM doesn't make up for a poor plan. It's an add , but not as crutch #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt Agreed...needs to be planned for but is not a crutch. #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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tojulius:
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@BusyEvent didn't say that - If you put SM on top of a poor event concept is not gonna help - traditional should be traditional #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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metzpeter:
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@BusyEvent SM is a tool in your belt. Once you decide what you want to build u use the best tools to accomplish that. #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@MelyMello Learnings & takeaways from Recession...discussion turned to Social Media & events as a takeaway #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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rachelES:
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@Jeffhurt @pathable yes and I think that's one of the shifts we're seeing: attendee-generated content is on par w/event content #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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spkrinteractive:
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Most events have a goal of enhancing community. SM definitely does that even when not planned. #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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iBradWilson:
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@bradpirman I agree, Brad. It's a vehicle, not an end all solution. #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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tojulius:
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@katieroski not if you plan events that have nothing to do with SM though #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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theexpogroup:
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Yes, @bradpirman, I agree. SM is the vehicle or tool, not the event goal itself. #eventprofs
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9:26 am
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BusyEvent:
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@tojulius right .... agree with that! Have a GREAT event plan and then execute including SM. #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs SM is glue for building networks which is key reason people go to events. how does SM support networking pre and during?
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9:27 am
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BusyEvent:
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@metzpeter COMPLETELY agree! #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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tojulius:
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@BusyEvent exactly :-) #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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csalomonlee:
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@spkrinteractive that's a good point - it's what we're cing - video, blogs, twitter, etc. allADDS to the experience of the event #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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BusyEvent:
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@theexpogroup Hi Dana...emailing you now re: blog post...thanks for the heads up. #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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katieroski:
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@tojulius I see ur point. #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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BusyEvent:
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@tojulius We agree alot . . . ever notice that? #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@bradpirman I think the key word is "Social" - let's take it away from Me, Social "me"dia to Social "we"b & integration w/ event #eventprofs
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9:27 am
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ZeristaSoftware:
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RT @spkrinteractive Most events have a goal of enhancing community.SM definitely does that even when not planned. #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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pathable:
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Amazing thing to watch is how people will bend tools to their needs, regardless of designer's intent #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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tojulius:
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@BusyEvent oh yeah :-0 #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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tojulius:
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@pathable that's a great point #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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MelyMello:
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just got off a call convincing a client NOT to use SM as a stand alone. nothing replaces F2F conversations #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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bradpirman:
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@Jeffhurt Nice! I like that!! #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@csalomonlee yes & that event experience starts w/ first announcement, marketing piece, etc. That begins to frame attendee exp #eventprofs
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9:28 am
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katieroski:
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@pathable Expant on this pt. How? #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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BusyEvent:
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@theexpogroup No, thanks for calling our attention to it and helping us get it right! #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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EventSolutions:
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RT @Jeffhurt: Keyword is "Social" - let's take it away frm Me, Social "me"dia to Social "we"b & integration w/ event #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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csalomonlee:
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@pathable that's true - that's the nature of today's UGC/web 2.0 world vs dotcom of years past #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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spkrinteractive:
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communities are usually made up of sub-communities. SM helps you find those sub-communities in order to target F2F time #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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BusyEvent:
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@theexpogroup People like you, with attitudes that are 'constructive' ROCK~! #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@metzpeter @busyevent I'm going to argue that SM built on philosophies that event planners should consider & implement...more #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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pathable:
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Twitter's "coming out" at SXSW wasn't planned by SXSW planners, for example. #eventprofs
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9:29 am
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metzpeter:
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@pathable How many times have you opened a can of paint with a hammer? It works but there r better tools. #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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BusyEvent:
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RT @Jeffhurt: I think the key word is "Social" - take it away from Me, Social "me"dia to Social "we"b & integration w/ event #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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Good morning all. sorry I'm late. Tracey Kumer-Moore, Wedding Planner, "Your Las Vegas Wedding Concierge". #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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BusyEvent:
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@pathable hahahaha, we call that 'undocumented features!" #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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csalomonlee:
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how about: F2F for key, important relationships, SM/virtual second tier - would that work? #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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jetsnow:
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RT @Jeffhurt: Keyword is "Social" - let's take it away frm Me, Social "me"dia to Social "we"b & integration w/ event #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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KatrinaG:
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@pathable it wasnt? (about Twitter and SXSW) #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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katieroski:
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@spkrinteractive Agree w/ sub-communities. Allow 4 in-depth discussions and f2f interactions. #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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Jeffhurt:
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cont...Social media moved everything from passive engagement (listening) 2 participation, audience generated content, engagement #eventprofs
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9:30 am
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SmartSource:
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RT @spkrinteractive: communities are usually made of sub-communities. SM helps you find those sub-communities to target F2F time #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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pathable:
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It benefited them (SXSW) in some ways, but also bit them in others (e.g., http://is.gd/1de78 ) #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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rachelES:
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@csalomonlee check out how this media company is using UGC - highly applicable to events http://budurl.com/jx5b #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@csalomonlee not sure I agree with that. F2F and SM work well together. Not either/or. #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Here's next topic that fits nicely with this discussion on social media: blogging for better business...thoughts? #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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liesegardner:
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Good morning. Sorry to join late. Liese Gardner, Mecca Communications and Fuel:Passions That Drive Us blog #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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KenaSiu:
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@csalomonlee Well I've been doing stronger relations through SM even though I don't know the people F2F #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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MelyMello:
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@pathable ohhh - I've seen that onstage discussion. PAINFUL! #eventprofs
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9:31 am
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katieroski:
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@Jeffhurt I think audience-generated content is going to most significantly effect how we plan events, speakers, etc. #eventprofs
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9:32 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt Completely agree . . . but it can't be used as a crutch for a bad event. typicaly, SM just amplifies the ... (more) #eventprofs
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9:32 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt ... problems by shedding light on them and then, calling attention to them - and FAST and IN PUBLIC! #eventprofs
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9:32 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@csalomonlee I agree w @spkrinteractive Both offline & online needs to be intentionally integrated to create Whole Event Exp #eventprofs
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9:32 am
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KatrinaG:
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So conferences obviously benefit as an example. What about the small business meeting? Or the bat mitzvah? #eventprofs
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9:32 am
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csalomonlee:
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@rachelES thanks - i actually know some folks there! will take a closer look #eventprofs
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9:32 am
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pathable:
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@KatrinaG Not in the sense that they designed the conference around its presence. Link I sent evidence of that, for example. #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@KatrinaG Don't you think some1 post pics of the event on their FB page? Or sends them out through Twitter? Already happening. #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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csalomonlee:
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@spkrinteractive @KenaSiu - LOL yes - prob with 140 char and trying to communicate complex ideas simply =) #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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tojulius:
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@KatrinaG I think it's all aobut that actually, the smaller the better - and you can do a lot with small events #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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katieroski:
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I'm new to blogging 4 biz - what are the rules, guidelines - r there any? #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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rachelES:
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@katieroski @jeffhurt couldn't agree more! we have an article about how 2.0 is revoltionizing meetings in June issue #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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lotsofdimples:
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@katieroski - agree instead of trying to *guess* what they want at the event we LISTEN to them. #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@liesegardner You're a blogger. Has it helped your business or professionally? #eventprofs
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9:33 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @pathable It benefited them (SXSW) in some ways, but also bit them in others (e.g., http://is.gd/1de78 ) #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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MelyMello:
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@KatrinaG small biz mtg benefit in a diff way. not specifically about their mtg, but messaging from the corp big picture #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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spkrinteractive:
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RT @rachelES: we have an article about how 2.0 is revoltionizing meetings in June issue #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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rachelES:
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...which @jeffhurt knows because he contibuted lots of great insights to the article! #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt oh come to think of it, true. And tiny meetings (50 or lower), probably chats like this! #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@katieroski Here's a link for you Blogging at Work if You Don't Have a Blog by @conversationage http://tinyurl.com/mfdkkx #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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tojulius:
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@katieroski clear objectives help - Pitching all the time is boring #eventprofs
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9:34 am
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metzpeter:
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@Jeffhurt "SM built on philosophies that planners shld consider"Agree. Problem seems to be understanding the power of tool. #eventprofs
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9:35 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@rachelES We just need a way to share that article virally. Perhaps you can help. #eventprofs
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9:35 am
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KatrinaG:
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@MelyMello yikes twitter cut me off. Would love to hear an eleboration of that!:) #eventprofs
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9:35 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@metzpeter No different than planner understadning the power of contract's clauses, attrition, etc. Also think ppl learn by exp #eventprofs
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9:36 am
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katieroski:
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@rachelES I would love to read that article, Rachel. #eventprofs
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9:36 am
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rachelES:
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UGC finds a way to leverage passion verticals to facilitate content creation - eg look at all the content we're creating rt now #eventprofs
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9:36 am
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tojulius:
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Great example of a Contaminated Concept (aka SM Freindly Event) http://startupweekend.com/ #eventprofs
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9:36 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@MelyMello It's also way to capture notes, images, thoughts & share with those not present #eventprofs
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9:36 am
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metzpeter:
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@Jeffhurt and focusing that power to meet objectives. #eventprofs (Fear of unknown also plays a role)
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9:37 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @tojulius: Great example of a Contaminated Concept (aka SM Freindly Event) http://startupweekend.com/ #eventprofs -> nice!
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9:37 am
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tojulius:
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@tojulius or theNextWeb - blog alone has more than 10K followers #eventprofs
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9:37 am
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MelyMello:
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@Jeffhurt absolutely. and extends content via links to presentations, surveys. It's alllll good - regardless of size #eventprofs
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9:37 am
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BusyEvent:
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RT @tojulius: Great example of a Contaminated Concept (aka SM Freindly Event) http://startupweekend.com/ #eventprofs
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9:37 am
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katieroski:
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@Jeffhurt Thanks 4 the blogging link. #eventprofs
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9:38 am
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Jeffhurt:
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How many of you have a blog? Why did you start one? Do you think other event planners should blog? #eventprofs
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9:38 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@MelyMello And if you have a blog, you can extend content and discussions there too. #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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MelyMello:
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@Jeffhurt I created a blog. and have never written a thing. just can't seem to find the time (damn twitter) #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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KenaSiu:
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This is a nice example of blogging during a webinar http://bit.ly/cjT6E #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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iBradWilson:
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I find Twitter a confusing SM, because you can have people in the same industry using it for vastly different reasons. #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt I have been asking for event planners to blog since April 2007 when I started mine, the more the merrier #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs the best examples of blogging conferences I have seen have been bloggers paid to cover event
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9:39 am
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tojulius:
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RT @KenaSiu: This is a nice example of blogging during a webinar http://bit.ly/cjT6E #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt I have a blog, but as I'm in career discernment atm and have little desire to talk about my personal life #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt we blog...lots! We use ours to share knowledge and thoughts and seek feedback. #eventprofs
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9:39 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@Jeffhurt I have a personal blog and a corporate blog #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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@Jeffhurt, Yes, I blog: http://lvweddingconcierge.blogspot.com -2 reach out 2 brides/potential/colleagues #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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katieroski:
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@tojulius What are ur objectives 4 ur blog? #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt its unfortunately not active yet. Hopefully in 2 weeks, once I'm done w/ a process career counselor put me through #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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liesegardner:
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Interesting piece by NPR's social media strategist (nice title!) http://bit.ly/EInXw #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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spkrinteractive:
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personal is for my own musings on the "Future of Business" #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@kathleenceo I'm seening events invite influencial bloggers and covering their registration. #eventprofs
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9:40 am
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spkrinteractive:
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corporate is for communication about things of interest that my company is doing and hopefully feedback from others #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt wow so blogging even impacts event choices! #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@lvwedconcierge How's blogging working for you? Any tips for others? #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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tojulius:
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@katieroski I just enjoy sharing, I don't care about statistics or whatever, it's my space, my passion and my opinion #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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MelyMello:
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@spkrinteractive hey - look at you with a pic! you DID listen to @ready2spark ! nice! :) #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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iBradWilson:
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I've heard advice that Twitter is better kept personal. How about blogs? Should they be from a person or a company? #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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rachelES:
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@katieroski Web 2.0 Revolutionizes Meetings - created special super secret download pg 4 my #eventprofs tweeps! http://budurl.com/t8bq
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9:41 am
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metzpeter:
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@Jeffhurt We have a blog, but honestly haven't found a voice yet. If we are going 2 do it there needs to b a viable contribution #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt oh yeah bloggers should be invited for free :-) #eventprofs
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9:41 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs influential bloggers are network hubs -- good investment because you gain attention of their followers.
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9:42 am
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BusyEvent:
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@kathleenceo We've run a few events where bloggers cover the event 'virtually' via SM...was VERY itnriguing. #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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KenaSiu:
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@tojulius And you have great stuff in your blog! I love it! #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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@Jeffhurt-started my blog in late 07 -interact with clients, share thoughts, more personal than blog-more immediate. #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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KatrinaG:
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@iBradWilson has to be a convo, but could be business too...just cant b 'selling' in traditional sense #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@MelyMello Heh, thx. Tough balance between brand awareness and personal touch. #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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lost_sound:
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@Jeffhurt We have suggested this to our clients and some still don't get it. how do you make it clear that this is a good thing? #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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liesegardner:
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@jeffhurt Re: blogging. Best thing I ever did! It's given me a place for personal expression. Reaching people more personally. #eventprofs
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9:42 am
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BusyEvent:
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Not sure if I can find the link quickly, but @problogger has a very good "30 days to a great blog" book out . . . very effective #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@KatrinaG Yes, be intentional and set up blogging hub during your event. New wasy to extend the content. #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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MelyMello:
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@iBradWilson see, that's where I'm confused too. personal or biz content on a blog. guess it depends on what audience you want #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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rachelES:
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Story: How Web 2.0 is Revolutionizing Meetings http://budurl.com/t8bq w/@tojulius @corbinball @jeffhurt @frasermatthew #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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KatrinaG:
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@BusyEvent there's tons of great white papers for blogs. @mashable has got several linked I believe #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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katieroski:
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@Jeffhurt I don't blog yet, trying to figure out direction, have more to talk about after comig bk from #HCEA09 #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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BusyEvent:
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Here it is: http://bit.ly/IRCKp #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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Jeffhurt:
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here's how to intentionally integrate a bloggers' hub in your event & extend exp. http://tinyurl.com/oj62un #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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tojulius:
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@lost_sound most of the time showing the competitor successful blog helps, tons of case studies ;-) #eventprofs
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9:43 am
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aprilbroussard:
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@iBradWilson #eventprofs I think Twitter should be 80/20. 80% biz 20% personal...that's what I see from the people I follow as well
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9:44 am
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rachelES:
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@MelyMello business content is becoming more personal... achieve biz goals, but have personal voice, face #eventprofs
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9:44 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs IMHO the best book on blogging is Huffington Post Guide.
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9:44 am
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liesegardner:
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Prospecitve client just asked me if blogging was passe w/ twitter. My answer - just the opposite. #eventprofs
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9:44 am
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tojulius:
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@rachelES pleasure to be there :-) #eventprofs
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9:44 am
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SmartSource:
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Thanks for the #eventprofs chat everyone. Have to run! See you next time.
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9:44 am
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skyebrooke:
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RT @EliteMeetings: Free sunglasses! Visit us @ #WEC09 & score a free pair of Maui Jim shades! Learn more http://bit.ly/freemjs #eventprofs
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9:44 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @Jeffhurt: @KatrinaG Yes, be intentional and set up blogging hub during your event. New wasy to extend the content. #eventprofs -> yay!
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9:44 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@SmartSource See you later. Thanks for joining us today. #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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katieroski:
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4 our conference in Oct, we have been approached by professional bloggers to attend our conf. R u getting these requests too? #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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conventionplani:
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had to step away for a little, am playing catch up now #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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KatrinaG:
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@tojulius just saw your reply sorry! #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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rachelES:
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@liesegardner exactly! blogging is even more important into today's link economy #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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KatrinaG:
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bye @SmartSource nice to meet you! #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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BusyEvent:
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When Domino's had their issue, they did a very good job of blending personal with business...agreee, blog/Twitter can have blend #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@liesegardner I read a blog post that said one should re-evaluate your blog purpose now w/Twitter. Ironic it was a blog post :) #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Feee ebook #1 on blogging Why Blog? 25 Tips To Make It Work by @conversationage (Valerie maltoni) http://tinyurl.com/ok3e6y #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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kathleenceo:
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#eventprofs this was fun. gotta run.
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9:45 am
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KenaSiu:
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I do have a personal blog (in Spanish) is my space to get out my feelings, ideas & pictures I've taken. I've met great ppl w/it #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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BusyEvent:
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@SmartSource Seeya...looking forward to meeting in January! #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Free ebook #2 7 Tips To Write A Great Corporate Blog by @debbieweil http://tinyurl.com/d2shne #eventprofs
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9:45 am
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tmac20043:
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R @EliteMeetings: Free sunglasses! Come see us @ #WEC09 & score a free pair of Maui Jim shades! Learn more http://bit.ly/freemjs #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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katieroski:
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@aprilbroussard the 80/20 rule is a good one to follow for Twitter. #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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greggtobo:
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@liesegardner Yes, blog posts have staying power. Months latter still generating conversation. Twitter fades. #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@kathleenceo Thanks for joining. Looking forward to reading your tweets about events. #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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tmac20043:
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RT@EliteMeetings: Free sunglasses! Come see us @ #WEC09 & score a free pair of Maui Jim shades! Learn more http://bit.ly/freemjs #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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KatrinaG:
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@kathleenceo bye Kathleen! #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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BusyEvent:
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@katieroski Only one . . . how are you handling 'payment' or 'freebies'? #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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@liesegardner yes I agree on personal expression. clients/future clients have connection to my style & personality #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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BusyEvent:
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@KatrinaG Excellent...thanks! #eventprofs
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9:46 am
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rachelES:
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@greggtobo yes but you can use twitter to keep generating blog conversation... #eventprofs
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9:47 am
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katieroski:
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How often do the bloggers in the group check their blog/respond to comments? Daily? 2x a week? #eventprofs
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9:47 am
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BusyEvent:
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@kathleenceo Seeya Kathleen...ready to chat when your schedule permits. #eventprofs
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9:47 am
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KatrinaG:
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@BusyEvent :D #eventprofs
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9:48 am
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liesegardner:
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Blog: personal v business. Have seen it done badly...people mixing photos of kids with a business blog. Looks contrived. #eventprofs
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9:48 am
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BusyEvent:
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@greggtobo Agreed...our blog on Embedding Twitter into Events is still Top 5 read: http://www.busyevent.com/blog/?p=91 #eventprofs
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9:48 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@katieroski I prefer 70-20-10 70% sharing resources, convos, 20% engagement w/ others 10% chitchat #eventprofs
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9:48 am
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iBradWilson:
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If a blog is intended to be of benefit to a company with 100s of empls, is it then best kept "corp" or have 1 face behind it? #eventprofs
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9:48 am
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conventionplani:
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@katieroski have my account set up to send an email when I have new comments #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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KatrinaG:
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@liesegardner can be confusing- i've read you should specialize your blog if you want traffic. Pple love to read experts #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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@kateieroski I check mine & every day-I get email alerts when comment comes in. #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Free ebook on blogs #3 Beginners Guide To Business Blogging by @debbieweil http://tinyurl.com/lz6x4l #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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BusyEvent:
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@liesegardner Uggggh, really? Haven't seen that. Boundries people! #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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KatrinaG:
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But being human some times, showing some thing funny, should be ok #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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rachelES:
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ck out @ready2sparks thots on biz vs personal in social media if you haven't already http://budurl.com/lqdn #eventprofs
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9:49 am
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tojulius:
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@liesegardner agreed - clear objectives are so cool #eventprofs
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9:50 am
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BusyEvent:
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@iBradWilson The guy from Ford does a very good job...can't recall the addy or Twitter. #eventprofs
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9:50 am
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csalomonlee:
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@liesegardner it depends if there is a purpose and to provide some personal attachment #eventprofs
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9:50 am
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rachelES:
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@KatrinaG it's not only that, but when you have vertical content (one subject area) google says you're more relevant #eventprofs
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9:50 am
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pathable:
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@katieroski I get real-time notification when comment appears #eventprofs
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9:50 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@lost_sound Did @tojulius answer your question? I wasn't sure if you were referring to blogs or SM #eventprofs
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9:50 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @tojulius: @liesegardner agreed - clear objectives are so cool #eventprofs
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9:51 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @rachelES: ck out @ready2sparks thots on biz vs personal in social media if you haven't already http://budurl.com/lqdn #eventprofs
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9:51 am
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BusyEvent:
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@greggtobo Agreed...our blog on Embedding Twitter into Events is still Top 5 read: http://www.busyevent.com/blog/?p=91 #eventprofs
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9:52 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@katieroski Like others, I get emails when comment posted. I try to write 3-4 times a week. I have several drafts always running #eventprofs
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9:52 am
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liesegardner:
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@katieroski Comments, we check everyday. We also added a comment widget so everyone could see comments easily #eventprofs
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9:52 am
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KatrinaG:
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@rachelES wow, really? well, makes sense, the more tags Google bots read of same topic the higher you are #eventprofs
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9:52 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Any of you create a blog for your events? Experience with that? Tips to share? #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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spkrinteractive:
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@Jeffhurt Yes, I find it is key to start a blog draft when I am inspired. Can always finish it later. #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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iBradWilson:
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@Jeffhurt, what is your blog address? #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt Event blog needs to be highly integrated with communities and anticipate the feeling of the event #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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katieroski:
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@Jeffhurt @liesegardner @pathable Thanks for ur feedback! #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@iBradWilson jeffhurtblog.com #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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BusyEvent:
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@Jeffhurt Since we do a lot of corp events, most is internal and pw secure. Not alot of activity there . . . until after. #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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crlambert:
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Thanks to all of you for some terriffic info on event blogging, will be reading til my eyes bleed! Great Stuff! #eventprofs
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9:53 am
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csalomonlee:
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@Jeffhurt I've written event summaries on corporate blog ad those have been very well-read. careful about event only blog unless #eventprofs
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9:54 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt possibly respond heavily to the question what should oyu exepct if the first event #eventprofs
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9:54 am
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csalomonlee:
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con't you plan to keep it up year round and is specific to an industry to keep traffic and interest up for next event #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt if not the first event communicating News, updates, logistics, anticipate speakers - there's a lot u can do #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@csalomonlee We do event blog & poplulate w/ speaker & entertainment articles. We also link to anyone else blogging about event #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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rachelES:
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@KatrinaG yup! If Content is King, Vertical Content is God - this article explains more http://budurl.com/szvl #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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BusyEvent:
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@csalomonlee Good point . . . blog topics and continued convo can be additive to other 'next year' traffic drivers. #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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csalomonlee:
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@Jeffhurt exactly - like everything, it's the strategy around why you're doing it vs having one to have one, right =) #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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BusyEvent:
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@csalomonlee Can also form the basis of "what are you interested in at your event" reserching. #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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iBradWilson:
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Jeff, your blog photo looks so much different than your Avatar! #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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ZeristaSoftware:
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RT @csalomonlee: cont you plan to keep it up year round and is specific to an industry to keep traffic and interest up for next #eventprofs
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9:55 am
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tojulius:
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@csalomonlee I think a community is better than a blog for that purpose @pathable would agree #eventprofs
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9:56 am
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rachelES:
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@Jeffhurt what wd you say is the ratio of EGC to UGC? (enterprise generated content to user) #eventprofs
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9:56 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@rachelES @KatrinaG Back 2 user-generated content. I like 2 call it social & informal learning. Nice blend w/ other social item #eventprofs
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9:56 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @rachelES: @KatrinaG yup! If Content is King, Vertical Content is God - this article explains more http://budurl.com/szvl #eventprofs
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9:57 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@tojulius Our event blogs are integrated with our social communities. All is connected not stand alone. #eventprofs
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9:57 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt that's a great way to put it! #eventprofs
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9:57 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt I had no doubts about that - very well done! #eventprofs
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9:57 am
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csalomonlee:
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@tojulius hmmm - yes, i suppose. it depends on commitment and time that you have, right? #eventprofs
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9:57 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@rachelES We're seeing about 60% enterprise (including spkr stuff) and 40% user. It increases as ppl find voice & over fear #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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MelyMello:
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Q re: blogs. what's the point? for twitter, I see it as a way to share info. for blogs? is it to appear a subject matter expert? #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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rachelES:
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@Jeffhurt wow, that's outstanding. you've really engaged a community. #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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pathable:
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@tojulius Read my mind :) Community has hundreds of authors keeping it fresh / engaging. #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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conventionplani:
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have to get going, thanks for a great chat! #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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tojulius:
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@csalomonlee right, blogging takes more time than community management imho ;-0 #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@MelyMello Twitter literally micro-blogging. Blogs - yes, share your views, experiences, opinions. #eventprofs
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9:58 am
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katieroski:
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@MelyMello Good question. #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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ZeristaSoftware:
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@Jeffhurt agree with integrated year round event blogs and communities. keeping community active is key. #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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bradpirman:
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Thanks for another killer chat everyone. Have a great weekend! #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@tojulius Really? We find engaging community requires constant moderation. More time than blogging. #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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MelyMello:
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@Jeffhurt but it's pretty one-way isn't it? with some quick comments back that either agree or disagree? #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt Love Twitter- even if unable to blog right now, its a great venue of expression! #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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tojulius:
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@MelyMello completely different media. Not all can be said in 140chars #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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csalomonlee:
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@pathable @tojulius lol -in the end it comes down to strategy, objectives, audience. what makes sense based on that #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@conventionplani Thanks for joining us today. A #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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rachelES:
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@MelyMello blogs have more staying power - eg I'm still linking to that blog post i just found, whereas twitter is evanescent #eventprofs
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9:59 am
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mmcallen:
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Hello Mike Mcallen here from Grass Shack Events & Media and Meetingspodcast.com #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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pathable:
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Blog posts can become mini temporary communities - comments section allows n-way discussion, not just broadcast #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@mmcallen Hi Mike. We're about done. #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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iBradWilson:
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@mmcallen Mike, I finally faxed you that release thingie! #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt REal - Quality blogging takes time -it's an art. community you can delegate and set rules and self sustained #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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spkrinteractive:
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Great job @jeffhurt! What a great wealth of info today #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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MelyMello:
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@rachelES yes - that makes sense. #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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liesegardner:
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@melymello That's one pro. Others: fresh content, tell your own story, create community. #eventprofs
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10:00 am
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EventSolutions:
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RT @csalomonlee: in the end it comes down to strategy, objectives, audience. what makes sense based on that #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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KatrinaG:
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@pathable there's a new platform in prviate beta that tries to change the format of blogging, so that its literally a convo #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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pathable:
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In my other life, I write neighborhood blog. Neighbors talk about blog topic w/ eachother in comments #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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KatrinaG:
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@pathable ...between 2 people #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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Jeffhurt:
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Thanks everyone for robust convos today. Next official chat Tuesday evening 9 pm Mike McCurry is moderator. Archive on Wiki l8r #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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csalomonlee:
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@tojulius - well, then virtual evnts, with UGC, chat, etc. can be a temp community that can be extended longer term, no? #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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katieroski:
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Have to run. Thanks 4 another gr8 chat. @JeffHurt - fantastic job moderating! #eventprofs
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10:01 am
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spkrinteractive:
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Remember everybody, see if your speaker can provide more than just showing up and speaking for your event #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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iBradWilson:
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Anyone see a weakness in using a blog as a "news" page, sharing interesting event stories, or should it be generally topical? #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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KatrinaG:
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@chrisbrogan says: make ur blog ur go-to for your SM ID on web #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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BusyEvent:
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@KatrinaG Are you referring to Google Wave? #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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rachelES:
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@pathable have you looked into/heart of http://outside.in/? Local content is the next big thing #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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MelyMello:
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@KatrinaG do tell! #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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tojulius:
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@csalomonlee completely, that's why I am a big fan Cece #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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KatrinaG:
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@katieroski have a good day! #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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lotsofdimples:
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thanks Jeff, great job. @jeffhurt , #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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spkrinteractive:
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Schedule of MANY Twitter chats available http://bit.ly/oXBBu including #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@tojulius Yes but doesn't the community still have ldrs, moderators to keep it going? I've seen plty come & go w/out ldrs. #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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KatrinaG:
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@MelyMello on the private beta platofrm ma'm? #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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crlambert:
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@Jeffhurt, great job as always! See you next time. #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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mmcallen:
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@Jeffhurt figures sorry I am late.... #eventprofs
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10:02 am
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tojulius:
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@iBradWilson I feel it's a great use. if people pay to come, they want to know more, you are starting the event beforehand #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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KatrinaG:
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@BusyEvent no- Dyalogues http://www.dyalogues.com/ #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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mmcallen:
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@iBradWilson thank you #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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liesegardner:
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Thanks @jeffhurt for moderating. And thx to everyone for all these blog links. Looks like I have my weekend reading list! #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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csalomonlee:
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@tojulius am me of yours ;) talk to you later - got to get gonig. thanks for the good chat everyone #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt that can be users, good users bloggers are tough to find #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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BusyEvent:
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@KatrinaG Thanks. #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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KatrinaG:
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@mmcallen hi hi:D- we were just saying how great your podcast is:) #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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BusyEvent:
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@KatrinaG Thanks. #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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Jeffhurt:
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All of you that have blogs, post the URL (even again) so every1 can see them. Pls... #eventprofs
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10:03 am
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MelyMello:
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@KatrinaG yes #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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KatrinaG:
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@BusyEvent np! #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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iBradWilson:
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Personal blog: www.barichrome.com - photos. My company blog is in the works. #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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KatrinaG:
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@MelyMello Dyalogues: http://www.dyalogues.com/ #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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BusyEvent:
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Thanks for all the thoughts and sharing everyone . . . until we meet again! #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@liesegardner Thanks for adding your POV and comments. #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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thanks @Jeffhurt for moderating. Enjoyed observing/reading the conversation today. Lots of great content. #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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KatrinaG:
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@Jeffhurt Dont have a blog- yet! Currently a Comments gal at the moment. But pls do connect w/ on Twitter! #eventprofs
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10:04 am
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BusyEvent:
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http://www.busyevent.com/blog #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@BusyEvent Thanks for joining us today. Go post your topic ideas at http://eventprofs.pbworks.com/ #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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tojulius:
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http://www.eventmanagerblog.com #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@KatrinaG You're micro-blogging at its best! #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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BusyEvent:
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@jeffhurt Thanks for moderating Jeff...great job as always. #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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lvwedconcierge:
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http://lvweddingconcierge.blogspot.com -Diary of a Las Vegas Wedding Concierge #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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mmcallen:
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www.meetingpodcast.com #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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KatrinaG:
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Loved the chat today! Thank you so much every one! #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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MelyMello:
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Great chat today! It's getting hard to keep up with you ppl! :) Thanks @Jeffhurt!! #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@lvwedconcierge Thanks for joining us. Read your blog often even though I'm not on wedding side of things. #eventprofs
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10:05 am
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rachelES:
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@pathable some are saying hyperlocal content will fill gap newspapers leave http://budurl.com/p4ky #eventprofs
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10:06 am
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tojulius:
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@Jeffhurt Fantastic Moderator! Complimenti :-) #eventprofs
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10:06 am
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ZeristaSoftware:
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http://blog.zerista.com #eventprofs
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10:06 am
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Jeffhurt:
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@crlambert Thanks for joining us today. #eventprofs
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10:06 am
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KatrinaG:
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RT @tojulius: @Jeffhurt Fantastic Moderator! Complimenti :-) #eventprofs -> definitely!
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10:06 am
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greggtobo:
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Blogging at http://astonishingproductions.com/blog #eventprofs
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