Occasionally during the event planning process, I can come across a decision or a challenge that stumps me, even if for a little while. I can stare at it and stare at it but it looks the same every time. I can walk away and come back the next day and it still looks theContinue reading “Change Your Perspective”
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Don’t Assume the Worst
It’s easy to do. My mind can run away from me in a heartbeat, especially if I am tired. If presented with a limited number of facts, my mind can fill in the blanks with worst-case scenarios at the speed of thought. I feel that our minds have been given creative liberty, even more soContinue reading “Don’t Assume the Worst”
It’s a Balancing Act
How do people do it? Work in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry and still find time to be with their families? Our organization plans a 3-day conference with a tradeshow for 2000+ people just 2-1/2 weeks after Christmas. Can we talk about some of the busiest hours of the event planning timeline and one ofContinue reading “It’s a Balancing Act”
Failure Adds The Flavor
I came across this quote by Truman Capote, “Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” It made me stop and think about some of the experiences from my 16 years of event planning that failed or went poorly but made me a better planner for it. If nothing else, they have provided storiesContinue reading “Failure Adds The Flavor”
Ode to Event Planners
Twas the night before event day, when all through the placeEveryone was stirring; and trying to make space;The aisle banners were hung by the rigging points with care,In hopes that the electrician soon would be there;The attendees were nestled all snug in their beds;While visions of giveaways danced in their heads;And the chef in herContinue reading “Ode to Event Planners”