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How to Host High-Impact Expert Workshops

A blueprint for structuring 60-minute skill-building sessions that establish your company as a local industry authority.

David Ross

David Ross

B2B StrategistJul 5, 2024
How to Host High-Impact Expert Workshops

Sell the Problem, Not the Product

An Expert Workshop should never feel like a sales pitch. If attendees feel bait-and-switched, your brand reputation in your local city will plummet. Instead, focus entirely on solving a specific, painful problem your target demographic faces.

The 20-20-20 Structure

The most successful B2B workshops follow a strict 60-minute timeline: 20 minutes for networking and eating, 20 minutes for highly-actionable educational content, and 20 minutes for interactive Q&A. This ensures attendees get value while still having time to build relationships.

Providing "Leave-Behinds"

Always provide a physical or digital asset that attendees can take back to their office. Whether it is a strategy checklist, an ROI calculator spreadsheet, or a framework template, giving them a tool ensures your brand stays on their desk long after the lunch is over.

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