The world is “going virtual” in a lot of ways, which means we are meeting and even CELEBRATING via Zoom and other virtual conference software. So, if we’re going to meet this way, let’s have fun doing it! Don’t forget you can use zoom for meetings AND celebrations (don’t cancel them, just do them differently!)
- Set up your Zoom account: You can set it up on your phone, laptop or computer. You will need to set up an account but its painless, it will take about five minutes to do so.
- Smaller gatherings work best: Smaller groups are ideal because you can see everyone on one screen and the conversation won’t get lost.
- Choose a theme: Themes are fun and give you direction. Ask guests to join in on the fun with a dress code, or costumes, hats, crazy shirts/hairdos, fun quotes on cups/mugs, stories, etc.
- Be careful what you say: Any event on Zoom can be recorded so don’t say anything you would be embarrassed about later.
- Invite your guests privately: Email the zoom link and don’t forget the meeting ID and password. Do not post invites to social media platforms. If you find you are victim to a bomber, end your party immediately.
- Time frame: Keep your party to one hour or less as people are on “zoom overload” now.
- Take the Lead: As guests chime in, welcome them and perhaps give them a funny ice breaker question to answer.
- Curtail “side chats”: Encourage guests to only use the chat box to call your attention to a question or if they want to speak to the group.
- Be sure your device is fully charged: You don’t want to miss the fun, because your battery is low, and make sure to sit near your router for the best WI-FI connection.
- Don’t SKIP your celebration: Instead of cancelling your event or postponing it, trying using ZOOM
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