Transform your event's audience from "quiet" to captivated! This week, Meaghan chats with Roger Wolkoff, "The Guy with the Voice," and a professional emcee with 20+ years of experience. Roger shares his top secrets for creating an engaging atmosphere, from effectively warming up a crowd to expertly handling unexpected "uh oh" moments. Tune in for valuable insights on audience interaction, crisis management, and all the insider tips you need to make your next event a blast!

TIMESTAMPS

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00:00 - Let's Get Started

01:02 - Welcome, Roger Wolkoff!

04:04 - Find Your Strengths with Personality Assessments

06:59 - Roger's Involvement with National Speakers Association

09:00 - Gaining Experience as an Emcee

11:14 - What is an emcee?

15:05 - Top qualities of great emcees

19:10 - How to "read" the audience

21:08 - Excite and engage your audience

25:03 - Pre- and post-meetings with planners

28:54 - Roger's favorite event he's emceed

30:30 - Pre-show rituals to get amped up!

31:34 - Handling "UH OH" event moments

34:20 - A hilarious event story

35:59 - Favorite part of emceeing

37:02 - Difficult parts of being an emcee 3

8:22 - Surprising parts of being an emcee

39:42 - Tips for bringing excitement to events

40:42 - Connect with and hire Roger!

41:28 - Join your local National Speakers Association chapter

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