16th June 2014

Being An Event Host – Tip No. 49 – Mobile Phones

London, UK

Before I start my opening remarks at an event, I normally ask those in the audience to please turn off their mobile phones, or at least, put them into silent mode.

You’ll probably agree that a phone going off during a motivational speech, workshop or keynote address is pretty poor show. It’s disrespectful to both speakers and delegates alike and reflects badly on the organisers of the event concerned. There’s always plenty of time during the coffee breaks and lunch to catch up on calls or e-mails.