{"id":9536,"date":"2023-02-22T08:00:09","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T08:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/?p=9536"},"modified":"2023-02-17T16:50:27","modified_gmt":"2023-02-17T16:50:27","slug":"meeting-entertainment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/meeting-entertainment\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Interactive Meeting Entertainment Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Not all meetings need to be dull and lifeless. The best way to get your team excited is to <\/span>add an interactive element.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Top Entertainment Ideas For Your Next Meeting<\/b><\/h2>\n
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  1. M<\/b><\/span>usic <\/b>is a must!<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. E<\/b><\/span>scape rooms<\/b> can be a big hit<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. E<\/b><\/span>at something delicious<\/b> your team will love!<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. T<\/b><\/span>hrow on a <\/span>movie<\/b><\/li>\n
  5. I<\/b><\/span>ncorporate new realities through <\/span>VR or AR<\/b><\/li>\n
  6. N<\/b><\/span>ever enough <\/span>photos<\/b><\/li>\n
  7. G<\/b><\/span>amification <\/b>for a fun spin<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Here are seven of my favorite interactive <\/span>U<\/b> ideas to get everyone’s heart racing!<\/span><\/p>\n

    See Related:\u00a010 Audience Participation Games For Your Next Corporate Event<\/a><\/p>\n

    #1. <\/b>M<\/b><\/span>usic Is A Must<\/b><\/h2>\n

    The symbol of any drab meeting is <\/span>silence<\/span><\/i>. You know, the kind that makes you think, <\/span>“this could have been sent in an email…” <\/span><\/i>So let’s avoid that at all costs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    A simple remedy to dreaded silence is<\/span> music<\/span><\/a>! <\/span>Music can turn the entire atmosphere around from the most mundane meeting to a corporate event.<\/b><\/p>\n

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    Crank It Up!<\/b><\/h3>\n

    If you have a small group meeting or a tiny budget, you only need a speaker and someone with a playlist. But for a more extensive meeting, live entertainment should be your go-to.<\/span><\/p>\n

    In fact, hiring a live band is a great way to spice up any meeting and add a unique interactive element.<\/span> Cover bands<\/span><\/a> are one of the best options, allowing your team to enjoy their favorite music in a live setting.<\/span><\/p>\n

    You can also go for<\/span> virtual live music<\/span><\/a> with a band that takes song requests. Again, this is great for a remote team and <\/span>perfect for giving your employees a chance to let their hair down!<\/b><\/p>\n

    #2. <\/b>E<\/b><\/span>scape Rooms<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Your employees deserve only the best for their meetings, <\/span>and escape rooms are incredibly trendy right now<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Escape rooms<\/span><\/a> are entertaining and intriguing, leaving your employees with an unforgettable experience. This immersive way of storytelling is about more than fun and adventure. <\/span>It’s the perfect team-building exercise!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

    #3. <\/b>E<\/b><\/span>at Something Delicious<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Everyone can get on board with food. So, for your next event or conference, incorporating some delicious cuisine is the perfect way to spice it up.<\/span><\/p>\n

    You can either cater your team’s favorite dishes or challenge everyone to a<\/span>\u00a0cook-off<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>May the best chef win!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

    \"Showcase<\/span>#4. <\/b>T<\/b><\/span>oss In A Movie<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Want to add some classic entertainment to your meeting? A movie can be just the thing you’re looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n

    You don’t need to go over the top to treat your employees to a memorable experience and a good time. <\/span>The best way to entice them and get them to interact with each other is through genuine entertainment<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    And movies are some of the most entertaining things out there!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

    End your meeting with a movie of your team’s choice (don’t forget to hold votes beforehand), and don’t forget the popcorn and snacks. <\/span>Relaxation and comfort are key to helping your employees open up and interact with one another.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

    #5. <\/b>I<\/b><\/span>ncorporate AR or VR<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Is your team a bit more futuristic? Incorporating AR or VR into various companies has become more and more common. <\/span>So use that to your advantage at your next event!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

    Using either AR (augmented reality) or VR (virtual reality) can put an impressive new spin on your company’s daily grind. The<\/span> possibilities<\/span><\/a> are quite endless!<\/span><\/p>\n

    \"Example<\/span>Bonus:\u00a0How To Use Pathos In Public Speaking<\/a><\/p>\n

    #6. N<\/span>ever Go Wrong With A Photo Booth<\/b><\/h2>\n

    There must be a great way to save the memories for a great meeting. Whether it’s a large corporate event<\/a> or a simple weekly agenda meeting, <\/span>your team deserves the ability to remember it fondly.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

    Setting up a photo booth is an excellent idea if you want to give your team endless entertainment while helping them remember the event. <\/span>Plus, it’s easy to simultaneously make your team’s photo booth valuable and unique.<\/b><\/p>\n

    Creating A Unique Booth<\/b><\/h3>\n

    For example, you can set up a<\/span>\u00a0headshot booth<\/span><\/a> where employees can get professional headshots taken on the spot (we all know at least one individual that needs a new headshot ASAP.) Or, make it fun and add some silly props!<\/span><\/p>\n

    But the photos don’t need to end there. <\/span><\/i>You can also initiate a photo challenge and see which team members can capture pictures of all the objectives first (either in-person or virtually!)<\/span><\/p>\n

    #7. <\/b>G<\/b><\/span>amification Can Change The Game<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Not all meetings need to be black-and-white conference-room talks. They can be about <\/span>much more than that<\/span><\/i>. And the key to it is something known as <\/span>gamification<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Gamification refers to the practice of incorporating games into events or conferences to increase employee engagement and involvement.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

    Everyone knows that a speaker talking <\/span>at<\/span><\/i> an audience is exceptionally inefficient. But creating an atmosphere of interactive thinking is perfect for creating a conversation between each party.<\/span><\/p>\n

    That’s what gamification does. And there are <\/span>many<\/span><\/i> ways to incorporate games and creativity at your next event or meeting!<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Games For Great Meeting Entertainment<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Here are a couple of great examples to get you started.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n