Tools for Hosting Virtual Workshops

Running a smooth, engaging virtual workshop takes more than just Zoom. The right tools can help you deliver value, keep attention high, and make the experience feel professional and personal.

Here are top tools to consider:

1. Video Conferencing

  • Zoom – Most versatile with breakout rooms and whiteboards
  • Google Meet – Simpler, browser-based
  • Microsoft Teams – Best for corporate environments

2. Collaboration & Whiteboarding

  • Miro – Visual whiteboard for group brainstorming
  • Jamboard – Google’s free alternative
  • Notion or Coda – For interactive agendas or shared notes

3. Interactive Engagement

  • Slido – Live polls, Q&A, and word clouds
  • Mentimeter – Real-time quizzes and voting
  • Kahoot – Fun gamified quizzes

4. Scheduling & Registration

  • Eventbrite – For public workshops or ticketed events
  • Calendly + Zoom integration – Seamless scheduling with links
  • WebinarJam – Great for marketing-focused webinars

5. File & Content Delivery

  • Google Drive – Share workbooks, PDFs, templates
  • Loom – Pre-recorded demos or follow-up materials
  • Canva – Design beautiful slide decks and workshop visuals

Use these tools to create a smooth, engaging, and interactive learning experience—even when participants are scattered around the globe.