Planning Pod

APRIL 11, 2024

While Yelp is often thought of as a restaurant review site, it also has a category for event planners and venues. A few bonus tips for getting the most out of online directories: Keep your listings up-to-date. Get started with Planning Pod today and discover how much more you can achieve!

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Guidebook

JANUARY 20, 2024

Let’s take a look at the 4 stages – simplifying budgeting from start through post-event! To do this, you should take these steps: Determine the type of event and overall event budget Start with the basics, you should clearly identify the type of event you’re planning and the overall budget for the event.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 31, 2018

This is the most common starting point. Set out the objectives from the start and set a clear path. Ensure you do a thorough search of a range of different venues dependent on your location and give yourself enough time to book as venues do get booked up in advance, especially during seasonal times such as Christmas and summertime.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The Basics Name: Mark McEwan Company: McEwan Group Years in Business: 40+ So how’d you get started? When did you get your first big break? What was the hardest part of starting your own business? How has the job/profession/industry changed since you first started? What do you find most rewarding? Anything Skiing!!

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. To learn how to be best prepared for any mishaps and ensure that your concert is set up for success from the get-go, keep reading! Concert planning made simple Get Started Free 2. Establish goals. Create a budget.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

This blog post is by no means an act of fortune-telling; it’s based on current event trends and innovation. Event Strategy Starts With Goals & KPIs. Let’s start with the basics. If you’re an avid reader of our blog, you know what that means: setting SMART event goals. Nothing more, nothing less!

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

This blog won’t only address revenue initiatives but also cost-cutting measures. For example, you may allow only one business classification for certain sponsorship levels or sell one or two in selected categories. Ensure your website has recent blogs, videos, and podcasts highlighting your event. Get rid of swag bags.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 27, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. ” Gain new event planning skills with easy tools Get Started Free 3. Bring better conferences and events to life with 3D diagrams Get Started Free 6.

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Social Tables

APRIL 13, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. If you’re going to a more “natural” setting with less infrastructure in place, you’ll have more work ahead of you to get everything in order. Take the chance to tour the venue and start looking for what the space might need.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Recently a hospitality student shared that when she gets the chance to network and question an industry professional she jumps at it. And find “Ask the Expert” Q&A blogs that will answer your industry, career, logistics and event planning questions and issues. At those first new client meetings what questions should I start with?

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GEVME

AUGUST 22, 2018

In this blog post, we analyse how you can generate maximum event attendance by using a digitally driven approach to ticket selling step by step: Create your own event ticketing platform. Especially if you have to reflect multiple access categories on your event website, you should be able to configure the page flexibly.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. The clear “call now” button may feel pushy, but keep in mind that a visitor arriving from an ad or search may be ready to get in touch right away with their questions. The world’s best event planning tools Get Started Free 2.

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EventSource

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

As the evenings start to cool off, we begin to look forward to the fall season and the warm and gentle spices that go along with it. We start with an Ontario Rack of Lamb Sous Vide with fresh farmers market rosemary & mint, an Edmond Fallot Dijon & local honey glaze and finished with Mike and Miles’s candied pecan crust.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

We often talk about event planning conference software on this blog. Event Planning Conference Software Allows the Meeting Planner to Focus on the Event Itself It’s very easy to get lost in the organizing stage of a meeting or event. Well event planning certainly fall into that category.

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2018

A good event description is crucial to getting people out to your event. It starts with getting their attention with a catchy title. Often, if your name doesn’t interest the reader they will stop reading before they even get into your description. How do you get people excited for an upcoming event?

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Attendease

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Programs for getting to sleep faster and waking up more energized. Whether you’re looking for motivation to get you through the work week, insights from mental health experts, or someone to read you a bedtime story to help you sleep at night, chances are there’s a podcast that can suit your wellness needs. Relationships. Performance.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 2, 2018

Here are five evolving trends and stats in the B2B-buyer journey that are impacting expositions (with hat tip to Christopher Ryan’s post “The Evolving Journey of the B2B Buyer” on the Customer Think Blog): Ninety percent of B2B buyers don’t respond to cold outreach. Exhibitors who don’t attend education sessions don’t get this one.

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GEVME

JULY 16, 2019

Create an event website and promote it via social media, on a blog, or through other related and trusted platforms. You are better able to optimise your website and blog title tags and copy with keywords and can work on building mentions and backlinks to your site. . Content marketing and a blog. Directories. Dos and Don’ts.

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Event Farm

JANUARY 3, 2017

This post was originally published on Attend by Event Farm 's blog and was written by Phoebe Farber. Getting started Before diving into those four reports, there are some general guidelines you should keep in mind. B: The campaign start date must equal "last quarter." B: The campaign start date must be last quarter.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

G2 compiles rankings and awards badges for a wide range of software categories based on reviews and it’s unique algorithm, which is comprised of Satisfaction and Market Presence scores. It’s online marketplace features products across 2,000+ categories and over 1.5 We’re just getting started. million trusted user reviews.

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SpotMe Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

And we’ve created our very own template that you can download and start using straight away. Download our free template now and follow the guide below to start creating a clear roadmap for a successful event! Think of it like the instructions, blueprint, or user manual that gets passed around before any big project. Event brief?

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GEVME

APRIL 23, 2019

Networking and getting referrals for your business are the first things to do and th e best ways to market an event from the start. Create an event website and promote it via social media, on your blog, and on other related/trusted platforms. Here are 10 ways to promote your event planning business. Networking. Why it works?

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The Planner's Lounge

APRIL 28, 2023

Today we are going to share how to manage client expectations without crushing all their dreams, and how to ensure they are getting all of the necessities needed for a successful wedding. Often, if couples can have their must-haves, then they get close enough to their vision to achieve the wedding they have envisioned.

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StraussCA

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

To read more in depth on engaging your members please read my colleague’s blog: Ways to Recognize Association Members. Specify what type of member qualifies, whether that be all members or members from a specific category of the membership. Various categories can also be created to cater to specific members your association.

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Skiddle

OCTOBER 7, 2022

The competition, which sees amateur skaters from across Britain taking to social media to post their best lines and tricks, concluded on Sunday with winners in both the men’s and women’s categories taking home a split of £2,000 in prize funds. Start listing your events today ! In other news. Now is the time.

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Skiddle

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Read our ‘Open letter to the New year’ to find out more about our campaign, over on our Skiddle blog. Let’s get started…. Add a new event, select its category and give it a name. Firstly, select ‘Create new event’ in the teal coloured box and then choose your category.

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GEVME

JULY 18, 2018

Over 50% of event revenue comes from registrations, and this is why the prime focus of any event strategy is getting people through the door. This is because your event starts generating real value for an attendee after he or she has entered that door. Your path to a seamless onsite check-in process should start even before an event.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. No need to get fancy here. You can send a simple group email or use a free online invitation creator to get a bit more involved. Place an order to be delivered to them right before the party gets started.

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Social Tables

MARCH 10, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. Whether you want to get an official wedding planner certification or just brush up on some business skills, there are tons of options for every learning style, budget, and schedule.

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GEVME

MARCH 13, 2019

Get your ticket price right. Incorporate data for individuals to get in touch with you. Have a reasonable invitation to take action (Purchase Tickets, Start Purchase, etc.). Not sure what to start with? When to start selling early bird tickets. However, the fact is that early bird tickets have tons of advantages.

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GEVME

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Media advisories: Get your contact list into good shape, focusing on the most relevant TV affiliates, reporters, newspapers and radio stations – whoever might want to talk about your event. Start your invite by stating what an event is actually about and what you want to achieve with it. When-and-where details. Value offer. Conclusion.

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GEVME

APRIL 5, 2018

The most efficient way to develop a strategic budget is to break the total amount of money you’re ready to spend into specific categories like catering, event entertainment , signage, etc. Let’s say you finally moved one step closer to your dream and started an organic food store. Choosing a venue. How to market your opening ceremony.

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

In this blog, we’ll walk you through exactly what you need to know about working in the rapidly growing event planning industry. There are many reasons to get into the event planning business. You get to build events from the ground up and watch your hard work pay off in real time. Get a feel for what’s really trending.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

After all, a well-written proposal can help you secure a client and get them excited about your proposed event. In this blog post, we will break down how to write an event proposal from start to finish. So, let’s get started! What is an Event Proposal? Furthermore, it explains why it should be approved.

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GEVME

JUNE 1, 2018

If you fall into this category, it’s time to create a set of brand rules that cover all the details of your brand, like colour palettes, fonts, and voice. Start your physical branding exercise. Start with counting your successes, which is sure to give you a feel-good factor about what went extremely well. Evaluate each event.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Not to mention, you can get more time to focus on delivering a magical experience for your attendees. You’re more likely to get paid on-time due to the variety of methods available that allow people to make payments immediately and easily. Get paid faster and more reliably. They are also secure methods of payment.

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GEVME

MAY 2, 2018

To ensure nothing gets lost in the shuffle, event organisers often rely on the support of tech vendors that build the process from start to finish. Get acquainted with the major onsite event registration tools to understand how your events can benefit: Accelerated check-in and registration. Smart badges. Attendee tracking.

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