As a leader, do you talk loudly or listen loudly? Which do you think is the preferred method of gathering information and earning more respect from your team? There’s a clear stand-out option for those desiring to be a better leader. Correct, listening loudly. Any schmo can talk loudly. I have met plenty of peopleContinue reading “Listen Loudly”
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Have an Exit Strategy
As I was working on an outdoor event recently, I had the opportunity to watch a very skilled semi truck driver maneuver down a narrow, gravel, farm road hauling a full-sized, pop-up, outdoor concert stage which was accordion-style folded onto what felt like the largest, heaviest tractor-trailer I’ve ever seen. I mean, this behemoth lookedContinue reading “Have an Exit Strategy”
Rubbing Legacy Events Backwards
I have worked in event planning for over 16+ years. Some events have been new and shiny; the brainchild of a team with a new vision for reaching or training their people. Some events have been an annual or recurring event that an organization has been doing for years. Their people love attending and someContinue reading “Rubbing Legacy Events Backwards”
The Multitasking Ninja
People often ask me what is one trait that all good Certified Meeting Professionals (CMPs) must possess. My answer is both short and long at the same time. The short answer is that you absolutely must be a Multi-tasking Ninja. However, by definition, a ninja possesses several skills that make them so good at whatContinue reading “The Multitasking Ninja”
Is There a Planner in the House?
“Is there a doctor in the house?” is the phrase that has been called out by many TV soap opera characters and in airplane drama scenes over the years. A poor soul has a medical emergency and the untrained bystander needs help. What is the next logical thing to do? Call out into the wildContinue reading “Is There a Planner in the House?”