Having some fears about hosting your summit? Trust me, I get it. In this episode, I'll break down the 4 biggest fears I ran into with my first summit and one that I still deal with today. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/056
Mar 10, 2020•13 min
There are a LOT of emails that go into a summit and it can get to be a lot for our attendees...unless we make them engaging! In this episode we're chatting with Sarah Anderson about how to increase attendee engagement through out emails, rather than driving them away. We'll cover things like the part emails have to play in creating an engaged audience, how to write engaging emails, and moving from subscriber to attendee once the summit is over. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.c...
Mar 03, 2020•25 min
Building interest and excitement around your summit doesn't need to wait until a couple weeks before it starts. In this episode with Abby Herman we're breaking down when to start talking about your summit, what to talk about, and how to encourage your speakers to join in on the fun. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/054
Feb 25, 2020•24 min•Ep. 54
The more engaging your summit is, the more you, your speakers, and your attendees will get out of it. To help you make a powerful engagement plan, in this episode we're going over how to craft an engaging event, including 18 ideas to get you started. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/053
Feb 18, 2020•15 min•Ep. 53
Not sure when to host your summit or how many speakers to have? In this episode I'm answering all your schedule and timing questions including when the best time is to host a summit, what day of the week it should start, how many speakers you should have, and more! For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/052
Feb 11, 2020•10 min•Ep. 52
A summit can be a powerful part of your sales funnel, but only if you have the pieces in place. In this episode with Aleia Walker we'll break down how not having a funnel is leaving money on the table, how to use a summit as a part of your funnel both as a host and as a speaker, what to do if you don't have an offer to sell, and what your funnel should look like. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/051
Feb 04, 2020•17 min•Ep. 51
If you've been wondering how to launch a membership or grow your existing membership through an online summit, you are going to love this episode. Lee Chaix McDonough is here to talk through the exact strategies she used to use a summit to lead to a 5-figure membership launch. We'll also talk about why she chose to promote her membership rather than an all-access pass, what she'll do differently next time, and her best advice for anyone looking to do something similar. For show notes and resourc...
Jan 28, 2020•31 min•Ep. 50
Did you know a summit is a great way to book out your services? My custom development services have gotten booked out 6-months in advance after each of my summits and it's possible for you too. In this episode we'll cover how promoting services after a summit is different than products, the main thing to focus on in your early summit planning, and my simple strategy for booking out my services once the summit is over. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/049
Jan 23, 2020•10 min•Ep. 49
Your summit presentations are over, but that doesn't mean that sales have to stop! In this episode we'll talk about how to boost your All-Access Pass sales once your summit is over with specific emails and posts as well as what to do when it is time to close the cart. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/048
Jan 21, 2020•12 min•Ep. 48
I love a good behind the scenes episode and I know you do too! In this episode we're chatting with Hannah Murphy about her experience with her first summit. We dive into everything from the results she saw to her tech choices and everything in between. This is one you won't want to miss! For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/047
Jan 16, 2020•27 min•Ep. 47
Curious as to whether a summit is the right move for you? In this episode with Brit Kolo, we're chatting about the personality types best fit for hosting a summit. We'll cover an overview of the personality types, which personality types will have the easiest time hosting a summit, and what to do if you are more cut out for either the planning or hosting stage. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/046
Jan 14, 2020•26 min•Ep. 46
Does promoting your summit on social media want to make you go into hiding? If so, you're going to love this episode with Andréa Jones where we talk about how to simplify social media as an introvert. We'll cover the part being an introvert has to play in your social media strategy, steps to make it simple, and our best tips for promoting a summit on social media. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/045
Jan 09, 2020•20 min•Ep. 45
We know that live video is an important part of running an engaging summit and warming up a cold audience quickly. However, as an introvert, you might find live video more draining than many hosts out there. To help, in this episode we'll cover whether I think live video is absolutely necessary for a summit, what pieces of live video go into your event, and how to effectively manage those pieces as an introvert. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/044
Jan 07, 2020•9 min•Ep. 40
This episode kicks off a new series all about hosting a summit as an introvert. We'll cover what I was seeing from introverts that made me decide to do this series, why I don't think being an introvert is a reason to avoid hosting a summit, and what you can do differently to account for your introverted tendencies. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/043
Jan 02, 2020•12 min•Ep. 43
Have you heard someone say that online summits don't work? I have and, as you'd probably guess, I have some pretty strong feelings about it and in this episode you'll hear all about them. Word of caution: my soapbox makes an appearance. For show notes head to https://summithosthangout.com/042.
Dec 31, 2019•9 min•Ep. 42
Are virtual summits on their way out? Let's chat about it! In this episode we'll cover why people might say that summits are on their way out, my response to that, the types of summits that *are* indeed on their way out, and how to make sure you host a summit that gets results. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/041
Dec 26, 2019•8 min•Ep. 41
For the last episode in our series on promoting your summit, we'll do a fun Q&A session! We'll talk about when to start promoting your summit, what promo resources to provide speakers, unique ways to promote, and when to expect the most signups to come in. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/040
Dec 24, 2019•11 min•Ep. 40
Not sure how to promote your summit on Pinterest? You're not alone! In this episode with Meagan Williamson, we're breaking down the amount of time you need to promote a summit on Pinterest, what that promotion should look like, and an overview of promoted pins. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/039
Dec 19, 2019•32 min•Ep. 39
Facebook ads for your summit don't have to be expensive or complicated and that's exactly what we'll chat about in this episode with Tony Rulli. We'll talk about Facebook ad strategies to start with, a minimum budget and how to scale it, and where to start if you've never run ads. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/038
Dec 17, 2019•25 min•Ep. 38
You've done the work of preparing your online summit and now it's time to promote. Where do you even start? I've got you covered in this episode where we'll cover the basics of the 3 main pieces of promoting an online summit. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/037
Dec 12, 2019•21 min•Ep. 37
In this episode we're chatting with Quiana Murray about all things sponsorships. We cover everything from how to decide if you should have sponsors to how to pitch them and how much to charge. This is an action-packed episode you won't want to miss! For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/036
Dec 10, 2019•29 min•Ep. 36
In this episode, Liz Wilcox is taking us behind the scenes of what it has been like to host 3 summits alongside 3 co-hosts. We're talking about everything from how the event and offer have evolved over the years to how to help an audience not familiar with online summits understand how it all works. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/035
Dec 05, 2019•31 min•Ep. 35
In this episode, we have launch and conversion copywriter Elli Runkles to talk about the most important pieces of copy for your summit's registration process. We'll cover what to include on your registration page and mistakes to avoid, emails to turn your existing list into summit attendees, and the sequence that should go out once someone registers for your event. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/034
Dec 03, 2019•20 min•Ep. 34
Want a summit registration page that converts? Of course you do! In this episode we'll go over 19 pieces to include on a high-converting registration page. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/033
Nov 28, 2019•13 min•Ep. 33
The moving pieces that kick in once an attendee registers for your summit play a huge part in your success. In this episode we'll cover the 5 pieces in your summit's registration process, what it looks like from an attendee standpoint, and mistakes to avoid. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/032
Nov 26, 2019•11 min•Ep. 32
Overwhelmed from all the tech choices available for hosting your summit? This episode with Jaime Slutzky from Tech of Business is going to clear it all up for you. We'll cover the biggest tech mistake she sees, steps to choosing the right platform for you, and the tech stack she recommends using for a successful online summit. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/031
Nov 21, 2019•19 min•Ep. 31
Wondering how you can possibly make time for a summit when your schedule is already full? I've brought in Ashley Gartland to cover 3 simple steps for making room for a summit without overwhelm. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/030
Nov 19, 2019•21 min•Ep. 30
How long does it take to plan an online summit? We'll cover it in this episode along with an overview of the big picture tasks you'll want to complete along the way. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/029
Nov 14, 2019•12 min•Ep. 29
Curious about what it looked like to launch my first summit with a newborn in tow and whether I recommend it? I'm giving a behind the scenes look at how I did it and getting honest about whether it's something I recommend in this episode. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/028
Nov 12, 2019•11 min•Ep. 28
Stuck wondering whether you're really ready to host your first online summit? Well, now you can stop wondering! In this episode we'll cover the 3 things you need before hosting your first summit as well as 3 things I don't want you to wait for. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/027
Nov 07, 2019•9 min•Ep. 27