Hello
Attached is the presenter invite assignments. Please get started asap.
Here are the basics of the invite and the (usual) questions we get from the invitee:
1. You are representing 90 Minds when you call; I think that goes without saying but remember the values we want to convey and uphold.
- Introduce yourself as a member of the Education Committee of 90 Minds.
- Invite them to speak on the specific topic, such as "our committee has selected X topic from the member feedback, and we'd like you to be the presenter."
- Let them know approximately the day/time, length of presentation, and emphasize that day/time is subject to change!!
- 90 Minds will provide the projector and screen for the presentation; they'll need to bring their own laptop.
- Enjoy talking with them about what they may present.
- A little encouragement goes a long way; often, the invitee is nervous about presenting in front of their peers. Reassure them, they were selected by a committee of peers that already feel that they'd be great at presenting the topic, and we are here to help them succeed.
FAQs - these are guidelines use your own wording and what works best for you
- Are you paying me to present?
- As a non-profit membership organization, we look to the members to share their knowledge and expertise. We know that members that have presented in the past enjoy benefits far beyond the presentation as they are seen as 'experts,' and often, this exposure generates long-lasting opportunities for them.
- Are you covering my ticket?
- No, sorry, we are not able to cover those costs.
- I don't like that topic, how about I present X?
- We are looking for someone that could present on the topic selected. Would you reconsider? These topics actually came from membership surveys for 2019 MOTM.
- OR - If you are uncomfortable with that topic, what seems to be the issue/question/concern?
(we need them to present on the topic selected)
- I'm not sure, when do I need to confirm?
- Please confirm as soon as you can. We'll need time to invite someone else if you decide not present. How about I call you back in a week? (and set an appointment with them and follow-up)
When you get the Yes!!!
Plan a call to follow-up to get their presentation outline. (All presentations are subject to approval). We'll need those in about a month, around 12/15/19 and no later than 1/10/2020.
- Plan another follow-up call about 2-3 weeks before the event.
- Post to this thread the confirmations you receive.
- If you have ANY questions/concerns, please let me know. You can post here, or call me 562-755-7976 or email me moira.goggin@90minds.com
THANK YOU, you are making a huge difference, and we very much appreciate the efforts to make this a spectacular event.
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Moira Goggin
Executive Director
90 Minds, Inc.
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