Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

But just as we had to learn new skills to master hybrid work, we must evolve our approach to event planning and execution for success in the hybrid era. Here are my top tips for maximizing attendee engagement and delivering an event that offers real value for all participants. Invest in excellent hardware. Good luck and enjoy!

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Eventinterface

APRIL 28, 2017

And please do us a little favor and share this post with others, for there’s a good chance that it will help them as they go about planning meetings and events. Planning the audience experience and PR for your events. Top tips for implementing iBeacons at conferences with Corbin Ball. RELATED POSTS.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 17, 2019

Her boss apparently thought she should spend all her time out “doing meeting planning” and not hanging out in a hotel conference room. You should provide basic information and clarity around expectations, schedules and tips on how to be most effective, not only to staff but to your key vendors. Open Up that Tent.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 27, 2020

Tips for Staying Cybersecure in a Remote Workplace. Smart Meetings consulted Douglas Williams, president and CEO of Williams Data Management, for tips on the best practices to protect your company and attendees—including shielding virtual guests from emerging “Zoombombing” attacks.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The post Tips for Difficult Conversations from FICP22 appeared first on Smart Meetings. Roach reminded everyone that even though the job has gotten more challenging in the last three years, it is a rewarding one at the end of the convention. Focus on what we do, build the culture, maintain the culture, bring joy.”.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 24, 2020

Meet the new boss. As we see it, the meeting planning role itself hasn’t changed—the venue has. Virtual event planners are still project managers and logistics experts, but now they’ll treat the platform the way meeting planners would treat a venue. Same as the old boss. Think of the virtual event platform as the hotel.

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Eventinterface

MAY 10, 2017

Today we are sharing our top 3 tips on how you can add that value to your conferences and events. What are your tips for enhancing your conferences for your attendees? And please do us a little favor and share this post with others, for there’s a good chance that it will help them as they go about planning meetings and events.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 28, 2017

Now, he’s hi-jacking meeting planning with some hair-raising advice. Even if you don’t use it, it’s the thought that someone thought of that for you,” he tells Smart Meetings. “I The post Monte Durham’s Tips To ‘Jack Up’ Meetings appeared first on Smart Meetings. I think it’s incredible.”.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 4, 2018

Case in point, my company once opened a meeting with an act that one of my employees just happened to catch on America’s Got Talent. Never (ever) start your meeting plan by making edits to the last year’s meeting agenda. Every meeting needs to be a new experience—not a rehash of what happened last year.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 19, 2017

If you are hosting a multilingual meeting, conference or event, it is important to keep in mind how critical it is to get the participants' messages across. OUR TOP TIPS FOR IMPLEMENTING A SUCCESSFUL EVENT INTERPRETATION STRATEGY. Plan on interpreters for all the languages used at your meeting or event.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Here are my top three tips for adding thoughtful, yet simple, wellness elements to your next meeting program. My number one tip is to keep wellness simple. She has more than 10 years of experience working in the hospitality and meeting industries. Don’t Over Complicate It.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Below are six tips to incorporate holiday cheer , connect with attendees, and create a little magic of your own. The post 6 Tips for December Meetings appeared first on Smart Meetings. Holiday parties, social obligations and work commitments are all competing for attention. Get Festive.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Tip: Make sure to base the assembly points around emergency exits, so there isn’t wasted effort required to reach them. Tip: consider developing a text alert system for faster communication. Every employee—and, ideally, event professional on site—needs to be familiar with the emergency plan. Communicate assembly points.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 9, 2024

Breaking into the meeting planning business takes a mishmash of education, experience and passion. It seems almost everyone I meet lately appears to have an interest in meeting planning and a meeting planner career. Here are some tips to get going on the career path you desire.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

With 42 years working in the food and beverage industry, he helps to plan and implement exceptional dining experiences for meetings and events. The post 4 Tips for Planning a Local, Affordable Menu appeared first on Smart Meetings. David Wirebaugh is executive chef at Grand Hyatt San Antonio.

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Maritz Global Events

DECEMBER 18, 2019

As a former meeting planner who has received Ohio MPI’s Planner of the Year award twice (2006 & 2012), she brings a unique perspective to these blog posts. The post 7 Tips to Stop Attendee Churn in its Tracks appeared first on Experient: Event Industry Blog. You can find her on Twitter @DedeMulligan. Related Links. .

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

However, it is important to keep meeting goals front-and-center. We asked experts for tips on right and wrong ways to add vino to an event. The interactive murder mystery format includes guests, wine jargon and the meeting theme in the plot. Mission Critical Enjoyment. she enthuses in her description.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Helpful tips from ASAE on engaging and stimulating planners Planners are always on the hunt for new ways to create engaging and connecting experiences. Read More: Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract What the Audience Needs To create the best experience for your attendees, Mason suggests the traditional route of surveying.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

Two Tips to Break Down Barriers to Booking Let’s focus first on the conference attendees. And if those don’t work and registration/rooms booked remains lower than anticipated, see what ancillary meetings can be booked in existing meeting space to help drive attendance. Our quick save?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The post The Momentary Joy of Doing Nothing and 3 Tips to Achieve It appeared first on Smart Meetings. Jeff is the author of 65 books, including Breathing Space, Dial it Down, Live it Up, Simpler Living, 60 Second Innovator and 60 Second Organizer.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 28, 2017

Whether your travel plans involve a sandy beach or snowy oasis , it’s always important to come prepared. Here are our spring travel tips to support good health throughout the season. The post 10 Proven Tips for Healthy Spring Travel appeared first on Smart Meetings. Inquire about vaccinations.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Practical tip : Be part of the conversation. Practical tip : Fight the urge to say “no” or “because we’ve always done it that way.” Practical tip : Think of it like a choir. Events at their core are vehicles for emotion designed to spark action. Harmony comes from the blend of different voices.

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Boomset

AUGUST 5, 2018

Do you want to know how to plan an efficient and effective conference event? Whether new to planning, changing industries, or simply looking to enhance your talent, use the following tips to excel at your upcoming event. Preparations These tips for organizing a conference start with prep work.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Read More : 5 Tips for Flexible Event Budgeting, No Matter the Format or Economic State. Read More : Tips on Catering to All Types of Event Attendees. As you build your budgets, if possible, aim for an additional planning visit (if not more than one) to assess staffing levels first-hand. Trust But Verify.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 24, 2017

Whether it’s navigating cultural differences or reviewing shipping manifests, the event planner must manage unique policies, develop local partnerships and spend time understanding the local culture in order to produce a successful international meeting. Here are four tips for planning an event outside of the United States.

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Eventinterface

JUNE 27, 2017

How to evaluate the success of these types of meetings above the numbers of people participating? Top 3 tips for planners considering hosting a Virtual or Hybrid Event? Please do us a little favor and share this post with others, for there’s a good chance that it will help them as they go about planning meetings and events.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Arnold, who laments that audiences generally walk into panel discussions with low expectations, thinks meeting planners can make panel discussions more effective. 10 Tips to Improve Panel Discussions. The post 10 Tips to Improve Panel Discussions appeared first on Smart Meetings. She offers the following suggestions.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

One of the most enjoyable parts of my role as corporate sales manager at The Abbey Resort on Geneva Lake in Fontana, Wisconsin, is collaborating with groups to plan their holiday events. I’ve put together a list of seven tips sure to help make holiday parties successful and full of cheer: Keep It Moving.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Though it may seem like social media has dominated interactions between event professionals and event marketers, event influencers are tuning into podcasts as an alternative means for sharing event planning tips, tricks, and best practices. The Best Event Planning Podcasts. The Meeting Planning Madness Podcast.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Another tip is giving online participants a backstage experience only available to them, including interviews with the speakers or entertainer. Tech Tips from the Top: Breaking Barriers and Defining Hybrid. Here are some Smart Tips. Ultimately, exclusivity is key. What makes it special? We have some suggestions.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. Read More : Tech Tips From the Top: Breaking Barriers and Defining Hybrid. Run social media campaigns to promote meetings and compile hashtags for attendees to use. Continue to train staff on hybrid meeting planning.

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Coterie Spark

AUGUST 19, 2022

It goes without saying that conference and meeting planning invariably involves a lot of moving pieces. There are so many ways to navigate the challenge of putting on a successful conference, and planning with specific goals, budgets and risk analysis in mind are just the tip of the iceberg. Engage the Experts.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 8, 2017

We’ve accumulated our fair share of tips on limiting event attrition over the years. One of the greatest challenges event planners face is how to minimize attrition while maximizing attendance and engagement. Making sure guests attend the event and have an amazing time is vital—but how do you ensure that everyone who RSVPs will actually show?

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Whether you’re just starting out in the event and meetings industry or you’re looking to take your current career to the next level, these tips can help you elevate your career! What tips would you share for career growth? Always work on expanding your network. Networking… You either love it or hate it.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

To regularly provide answers and advice to an assortment of event planning challenges and questions. Well we will consistently do our best to provide informative answers, guidance and tips. To everything from A to Z in the event and meeting planning world. What does this mean for our readers? Monthly you can check in.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

5 tips on tapping CVBs for the assist from Destinations International CEO Don Welsh. As meeting planners are being asked to do more than less, CVBs are here to help by being an extension of the meeting planning team. But, did you know they are so much more than just a clearinghouse of information?

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Eventinterface

MAY 11, 2017

How can a meeting planner evaluate the success of the Return on Event? Top three tips planners should keep in mind when creating value-boost professional development strategies. Top trends in meeting planning by trend expert Daniel Levine. What are some best practices planners should follow? LISTEN TO THE SHOW.

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