If the word “meeting” conjures up something boring, you haven’t explored the modern array of adult learning options from Option Technologies. From audience response polling to interactive brain games, new tools can teach in innovative ways that support sales efforts and improve information retention. Here are a few to try.
Audience response systems
Don’t leave your sales people staring out a window while the conference plods along. Build interaction with custom polling that takes place throughout the event. Allow your participants to weigh in on important issues and rank new initiatives using the Decision Support tool. An on-site consultant can chime in at important moments to facilitate discussion and keep everyone engaged.
Here’s what an Option Technologies client had to say about using an audience response system: “The meeting was a success. The addition of the interactive system to facilitate polling throughout the day on various topics was a big plus, allowing us to keep the audience engaged as well as receive real-time feedback. The system worked flawlessly.”
iPad interaction
Distribute iPads to all attendees, and watch the engagement spread across the room. People can’t resist the helpful and entertaining glow of an iPad that’s synchronized with the presentation. Gather feedback, share visually-appealing charts and graphs, and include video clips that enhance the message.
Town hall meetings
Need to gather feedback from employees or clients? Set up an interactive town hall meeting. Don’t worry - it’s not like an old-fashioned town hall session, with people shouting into pandemonium. New technology allows everyone to participate in an orderly, professional way. The shared platform encourages honest responses, open discussion, and in-depth exploration of complex topics. It’s perfect for employee climate surveys, sales training discussions, and gathering unpleasant - but helpful - feedback from unhappy customers. You’ll discover not just “what” but “why,” so you can take appropriate action.
Interactive case studies
Case studies can be packed with great information, but they’re a bit boring to present. Imagine guiding your sales staff through an interactive case study that comes to life in the room. In the same way that doctors can work together to make a difficult diagnosis, your sales staff can use teamwork to create new sales strategies, role play difficult interactions, and solve tough client problems. It’s educational and memorable.
Gamification
Speaking of memorable education, why not play games at your next sales meeting? Technology allows the gamification of sales training, with learning adventures like Jeopardy-style trivia games and fastest-fingers competitions. If you’re launching a new product or trying to build camaraderie within a new team, add games to your lineup.
A large energy company used iPads and games for a conference, and sent Option Technologies this feedback about the experience: “The response pads have been a huge success. We have had so many positive responses to the games and the format and I want to expand this next year.”
High-powered PowerPoint
Even basic presentations can get a boost with new learning technology. All Option Technologies OptionPower software integrates seamlessly with Microsoft PowerPoint, so any employee - including novice users - can incorporate interactive technology into presentations. Supercharge an existing presentation, or build a new presentation from scratch - either way, your PowerPoint can become an shared experience that sets the state for a successful meeting.
Are you ready to explore new learning tools for your sales force? Contact Option Technologies or click here to request a demo and see the software in action.
