The #1 rule is always to ask your community members. Their level of expertise and type of profession will guide you on what type of content is better suited for them. You can even share some different topics and see their response and interest.
Here are two ways you can plan your first three meetups, or decide on this month’s topic;
- By Topic – according to the type of user and level of expertise you can choose a meetup sequence. Together with fellow leaders, and after more than 300+ Elementor meetups we identified some “must-have” topics and gathered resources you can use. See our Content Library.
- By month – Each month you can do a deep-dive into a highly relevant topic for our community of web creators. If you wish, and these topics are relevant to your local community, don’t hesitate to use them.
So you decided on a topic, what’s next?
- In each topic, you can find multiple resources you can use: Articles, tutorials, meetup format suggestions, recording from past online meetups, leader speakers, and so forth.
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- When using an open-end question in Online groups you’ll be amazed at how many wonderful ideas and tips users can share on each topic.
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- Decide on the meetup format. Is this topic in need of a lecture (or even 2-3), hands-on workshop, panel, open discussion, and so forth.
- Need a speaker? Don’t forget rule #1 – ask your community. In most cases, you will find a volunteer or someone who “knows someone”. You can always reach out to your fellow leaders and host one.
- When you announce the event, make sure you add the topic in the header, a full description of the event, and speaker details (in case there is one).
Why do we recommend that?
- Manage member expectations
- Give as much credit to the speaker as possible
- Provide a chance to ask questions in advance, so the speaker can prepare.