How to setup an automated webinar

How to setup an automated webinar

Learn how to create an automated webinar along with all of the necessary reminders and follow up sequences to maximise conversions.

1. Building Webinar Funnels and Automations:

  • Access the training resources on funnels to understand the process.
  • Create a pipeline within your lead management system to manage webinar leads effectively.

2. Creating Webinar Registration Forms:

  • Navigate to "Websites and Forms" and access the form builder.
  • Duplicate an existing lead magnet form and customize it for the webinar registration.
  • Edit the form fields, including enabling the country picker for phone numbers and adding custom fields if needed.
  • Adjust the layout and styling of the form, including button colors and text.

3. Adding Forms to Funnels:

  • Follow the funnel building steps outlined in the training to incorporate the webinar registration form into your funnel.

4. Setting up Automations:

  • Access the automation section and locate the "Lead Magnets" folder.
  • Create a new workflow specific to webinar registrations.
  • Choose the trigger for the automation, such as when leads opt into the webinar form.
  • Configure filters to ensure the automation triggers only for webinar registrations.

5. Sending Instant Emails and SMS:

  • Set up instant email and SMS notifications for new webinar registrants.
  • Customize the content of the emails, including dynamic tags for personalization.
  • Optionally, integrate WhatsApp messages if applicable by following additional instructions.

6. Scheduling Webinar Events:

  • Set the start date and time for the webinar event within the automation workflow.
  • Configure wait steps to send reminder emails or SMS messages before the webinar starts.
  • Ensure the timing of reminders accounts for different time zones and late registrations.

7. Handling Timing Variations:

  • Adjust wait steps based on the time remaining until the webinar starts.
  • Set conditional paths to account for last-minute registrations and avoid sending irrelevant reminders.

8. Creating Opportunities in the Pipeline:

  • Integrate lead opportunities into your pipeline for effective management.
  • Assign appropriate details to the opportunity, such as contact name, webinar source, and status.
  • Tag leads with webinar-specific identifiers for easy tracking and segmentation.

9. Saving and Activating the Workflow:

  • Review and save the completed workflow.
  • Ensure all settings are configured correctly before activating the automation.
  • Monitor the workflow's performance and adjust as necessary to optimize webinar registrations and engagement.