by Event Amplifier | Jun 2, 2016 | Live Commentary, Twitter
Those of us who regularly live tweet from conferences and other events received some welcome news last week. Twitter announced they will be making changes to the platform that will enable us to get more into each tweet. The full list of changes includes: ...
by Event Amplifier | Mar 31, 2016 | amplification, conversation, curation, Live Commentary, planning, storytelling, Twitter
Live Twitter commentary is a high-adrenalin form of writing, which requires concentration, quick linguistic responses and an understanding of the content under discussion. But what do you do if you’re asked to live tweet from a highly technical event? In...
by Event Amplifier | Mar 31, 2016 | amplification, conversation, curation, Live Commentary, planning, storytelling, Twitter, Uncategorized
Live Twitter commentary is a high-adrenalin form of writing, which requires concentration, quick linguistic responses and an understanding of the content under discussion. But what do you do if you’re asked to live tweet from a highly technical event? In...
by Event Amplifier | Mar 22, 2016 | amplification, Live Commentary, planning
Managing a social media portfolio for a one-off event or an event brand can be a challenge for event organisers, particularly when there are so many other event-related balls to keep in the air. To help out, here are our top five tips for conference producers to help...
by Event Amplifier | Feb 18, 2016 | Live Commentary, Twitter
Providing a live Twitter commentary at an event is a high adrenaline form of writing. As such, preparation is key. I don’t just rock up at a conference, take over the corporate Twitter account and start tweeting whatever I hear. This week I am preparing for two...
by Event Amplifier | Oct 2, 2012 | Live Commentary, speakers, Twitter
Should academics be discouraged from live-tweeting conferences without explicit permission, or should speakers become more aware that their comments may be broadcast online? We reflect on the #Twittergate debate… Thanks to @ernestopriego, earlier today I was...
