Understand the difference between a virtual event its a multi-session online event that involves people interacting in a virtual environment whereas a webinar is defined as an online seminar that connects the audience to the webinar host.
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How is a virtual event different from a webinar
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How Is A Virtual Event Different From A Webinar?
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2. ▪ Before the pandemic, people had hardly heard about webinars. But
did you know that this phenomenon has been around for almost
three decades?
▪ Webinars used to play a distinct purpose in marketing, before the
introduction of Virtual Events. However, it does not imply that
webinars are slowing down as there is still a lot of scope left for both
streaming platforms.
Talking about differences, hop on to the next slides as we discuss the
contrast between Webinars and Virtual Events.
3. Virtual Events
▪ It is simply an in-person event that has been recreated digitally but
without the physical impediments. They are a modern alternative to
old and rigid practical event structures.
Webinars
▪ It is a basic online-based interface that allows the users to participate
by asking questions and watching a speaker via webcam.
That being said, let's get straight to factors that further illustrate the
difference.
Webinars v/s Virtual Events
4. Virtual Events
▪ It offers diversity to its viewers so that the participants can attend
events for various reasons like networking, learning about a product,
etc.
Webinars
▪ On the other hand, a webinar attendee will be there only for a single
cause; gaining knowledge by listening to the speaker.
Difference #1: Virtual Events have a broader
scope
5. Difference #2: Connecting Becomes Difficult
with Webinars Audience
Virtual Events
▪ Virtual events have many interactive features in their bank. It allows
the guests to engage by offering live questions, break-out sessions, as
well as innovative themes and concepts.
Webinars
▪ Maintaining connection is difficult with webinars as they do not have
many alternatives for involvement other than Q&A sessions or polls.
6. Difference #3: Delivering Your Message Varies
With Each Tool
Virtual Events
▪ The various features of virtual events come in handy to communicate
your brand message and help you to make a bolder statement.
Webinars
▪ On the other hand, a webinar only consists of a speaker presentation,
Q&A and poll.
7. Conclusion
We hope this presentation makes the selection process easier for you.
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▪ Each of the streaming tools come with their own sets of pros and
cons which eventually narrows down to the brand’s demands and
marketing goals.
▪ It’s up to your needs and style that will help you determine which
tool suits best for your business.