In this hilarious and practical episode of Elevate Your Event, Jeff Porter, CEO of Handbid, is joined by Elise Druckenmiller and the newest Handbid team member, Mikaela Roth, who brings her GenZ flair to the mix. Together, they dive into the power of AI (specifically ChatGPT) and explore how it can take the busywork out of planning auctions. From generating auction item descriptions dripping in GenZ slang to streamlining event spreadsheets, this episode will have you laughing and learning in equal measure.
Along the way, the crew discusses auction themes, item bundling, and pro tips for placing the paddle raise at just the right moment to maximize donations. Whether you’re an event planner looking to spice things up or just here to learn what “Riz” and “big mood” mean, this episode has something for everyone!
Takeaways
- AI for Auctions: How ChatGPT can clean up your item spreadsheets, generate starting bids, and even suggest categories.
- GenZ Slang for Auctions: Transforming item descriptions to be lit with terms like “big mood,” “no cap,” and “flex.”
- Themes Galore: Brainstorming creative ideas like “Tropical Ties and Tacos” and “Gatsby on the Green” to keep events fresh.
- Pro Fundraising Tips: Why moving the paddle raise before the live auction could boost engagement and donations.
- AI Image Creation: Learn how ChatGPT can help generate item images.
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