(Trick question — there isn't one.)If you’re planning to run group sessions, one of the first things that’ll trip you up is this:When the hell should I run them?Morning? Evening? Lunchtime? Full moon only??The internet (and your DMs) will offer conflicting advice. But here’s the real talk:👉 There’s no right or wrong time. Just a bunch of considerations that’ll help you find the right rhythm for your people.<hr><h2 id="ba854fcb-a896-4e23-8921-a9332bf1d34a" data-toc-id="ba854fcb-a896-4e23-8921-a9332bf1d34a">What’s Worked for Me?</h2>Over the last 12 weeks, I’ve run regular Monday evening sessions. I’ve also done a Thursday afternoon slot. And sometimes I attend sessions myself in the morning.All of them work. And none of them work. Because humans are busy and inconsistent.You’ll never get 100% live attendance — and that’s not the goal.The goal is creating something valuable that people can plug into when it works for them.<hr><h2 id="c3d2d153-1e69-41f4-a7ea-2f42276841fc" data-toc-id="c3d2d153-1e69-41f4-a7ea-2f42276841fc">The Real MVP? On-Demand Access.</h2>Let’s be honest — we live in an on-demand world.We pause, rewind, catch up later. We forget things. We binge things. We skip to the good bits.It’s no different with your program.Chances are, your on-demand audience will be bigger than your live one. So make it easy for them:✅ Record every session ✅ Share clean replays ✅ Add timestamps so they can jump to what matters ✅ Post links to downloads, resources, or homework ✅ Create a simple way for them to ask follow-up questionsMake catching up feel just as good as being there live.<hr><h2 id="284ee738-3997-475f-a50b-5dd5c5c4b2b7" data-toc-id="284ee738-3997-475f-a50b-5dd5c5c4b2b7">But How Do I Pick a Time?</h2>Instead of guessing or defaulting to what you prefer, do this:🟢 Ask your audience (polls, DMs, 1:1 convos) 🟢 Think about time zones and school runs 🟢 Notice your energy patterns — when do you show up best? 🟢 Try a time, test it, and ask for feedback 🟢 Adjust if needed. It’s not set in stone.Keep checking in. What worked in week 1 might not work in week 6. Life changes. Schedules shift. That’s normal.<hr><h2 id="62b621ae-02f7-4fde-a397-cc56600d7700" data-toc-id="62b621ae-02f7-4fde-a397-cc56600d7700">Want Better Attendance? Treat It Like a Mini Launch</h2>Whether you want more people on the live call, or just more engagement in the replay — you’ve gotta promote it.📣 Post reminders in your community 📧 Send an email with what you’ll cover (tease the juicy stuff!) 🗓️ Schedule calendar reminders 👀 Drop a preview or clip from the last session 🔥 Build a bit of hype — even for replaysYou don’t need to overdo it, but a nudge or two makes a big difference.Show up like it matters… and people will start showing up too.<hr><h2 id="69688f9e-a3ad-4cbc-ba14-bdc697ecd8a6" data-toc-id="69688f9e-a3ad-4cbc-ba14-bdc697ecd8a6">Here’s the take-aways….</h2>🟢 There’s no magic time that works for everyone 🟢 Ask your people, try stuff out, and stay flexible 🟢 On-demand access is non-negotiable 🟢 Remind people, promote the session, treat it like a mini event 🟢 Keep listening and tweaking as you goYou’ve got options — use them.<hr>Still stuck on this?Head to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.helpwithdigital.com">www.helpwithdigital.com</a> and sign up for my free Tribe. You’ll get direct email access to me if you’ve got more questions or want to sense-check something.No more guessing. Just smart, sustainable decisions.Let’s build something that actually works. 💪

How to choose the best time for group calls, boost attendance, and support your on-demand audience with smart, flexible delivery.

What's the Best Time for a Group Call? 

Want Better Attendance? Treat It Like a Mini Launch

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What's the Best Time for a Group Call?

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