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Events, Surveys and ConsultationsEvents, Surveys and ConsultationsSue BlanternSue Blantern

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What we’ll cover1. What free tools are available2. How they can save time and

resources3. How they can help deliver services4. How to create account and set up

a free basic survey/event5. Upgrades and questions

What Tools?

•Eventbrite•Google Forms•Survey Monkey•Kwik Surveys

• Event Management• Feedback from attendees• Follow up surveys• Consultation/Survey• Get the views of your

members/clients• Design your service appropriately

Why?

• Event Management• Opportunity to ‘talk’ to

clients/members• Anonymous feedback• Information analysis• Time and costs savings in a.Administrationb.Resources

What functions do they provide freely

• Preparing information• Mailing out• Paper/envelopes/stamps• Admin time• Managing responses• Reminders• Lists• Tickets• Entrance/attendance app

What time and costs?

Eventbrite• Requires user name and password• Free for free events but charges you if you charge others• Event set up options• Manage Events• Follow Up• Feedback• Future conversations with attendees• Eventbrite app – Mobile Box Office• Ticketing for user or checking in

Google Forms• Part of the Google Drive suite of online tools• Requires an account with Google• Integrates with other Google tools i.e spreadsheets• Has a bank of easy to use templates and styles• Is unlimited and free to use• Can be sent to any number of recipients

Survey MonkeyMost widely used online survey toolFree at basic level – 10 questions onlyUpgrades available at various pricesUser name and password requiredTemplate system or create newIntegration with websites - if using upgraded packageCan take time to set up initially

Consultation

Set upCustomisingResponsesAnalysingExtra functions

Most importantly - PLAN, PLAN, PLAN, Revise, Pilot and then use

Tell us what you think

Linking Events to Surveys

Requires Eventbrite account

•Access the attendee list•Communicate •Collate information•Analyse to refine service/event/activities

Using Forms for surveysFree to use

•Google Forms•Kwik Forms

•Example Survey Link

Using in a Variety of WaysDirect emailWebsite linkMobile DevicesPrint Out

Questions

Practical Time

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