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Most effective tips for meeting management to get fruitful results

Callie Smith

http://www.tablethire.co.uk/

Meetings are an essential step to expand your business by discussing the different mode of terms related to the business. In meetings, you probably need to discuss different strategies related to the market requirements and those strategies which could be very much important to boost your business in a better way. You may probably get arrange your meetings on weekly or monthly basis respectively. You also get yourself able to plan better things which could provide you the better results for your business.

Digital Workplace Innovation: Efficient Employee Onboarding Through Training Software

Nicole Clark

Managing a business is no easy task, especially in the events management industry. It entails lots of planning to create an effective strategy that would make sure you meet your clients’ needs and make your business grow. It involves hiring the right persons and training them well for their position so they can deliver the best work output.

Five Tips to Planning a Successful Fundraising Event

Jeffrey Brauer

http://www.trophyoutlet.com

Fundraising events are a necessary component for virtually any cause nowadays, and not only the charitable kind. Kickstarter and IndieGoGo were at the forefront of the crowdfunding revolution, first for independent filmmaking, and now for a range of ventures, including new business startups, new product roll-outs and, yes, charitable endeavors. Whatever the nature of fundraising event, some basic truisms apply. Follow these rules of thumb and you will be far more likely to reach your goal and be in a better position to raise even more money in the future.

3 Simple Stress Management Techniques Every Event Planner Should Consider

Managing stress can be a huge success factor in every Event Planner’s career. Managing events means dealing with constant change in stressful environments, which can make it difficult, or sometimes impossible, to relax, wind down and recharge for the next assignment. Every event has moments that overwhelm, and situations where event managers could use some help. Here are three effective techniques to manage anxiety, reduce stress and increase your overall well-being.

4 Useful Hacks To Ace Your Event Management Job Interview

Planning for success in an event planning job interview, starts way before you walk through the doors of your prospective employer. Here are four tips (or hacks!) that can give you an edge over your competition.

What Brexit means for Event Professionals

By Dean Levine

Last year, the UK shocked the world when it voted to exit the EU. Informally referred to as Brexit, the UK's decision to leave the EU means that the country will no longer be able to trade freely with other EU nations once article 50 is finally submitted.

A Shark Tank Inspired Event!

Many IIEM students use creative approaches to document their event planning experiences. Here's an example of an event that was inspired by Shark Tank!

Why defining clear objectives for any event is an imperative for success

Here's an example of defining clear objectives for an event. In this case study we chose an event that was the opening ceremony for a new customer facility. The main objectives for this event and what customer wanted to achieve were as follows:

How Proactive Event Planning Can Alleviate Last Minute Event Planning Headaches

Here's an interesting report on a recently attended conference held in late February, from an IIEM student in the Czech Republic. She attended this conference on behalf of the conference’s largest corporate sponsor. This event gathers senior-level representatives from the region’s leading power producers, power plants developers, regulators, traders, financiers and market analysts for discussions and debates about the future of the region's energy mix.

Kenya's Most Popular Event Planning Destinations

Kenya is quickly becoming a popular destination for international event planners, with the growth in Kenya tourism over the past several years. Kenya’s infrastructure to host a variety types of events is the key contributor to country's growth as a event planning destination.Nairobi, the capital and largest city of Kenya, is thriving business center hosting multi-national as well as local corporations. Here’s our pick of some of the most popular event planning destinations in Kenya.

Case Study | Why it's Always a Bad Idea to Change Event Objectives Last Minute

I attended a New Year’s Eve party that was born from uniquely odd and somber circumstances. The event originated not as a celebration of the arriving New Year, but as a wedding reception. It was, as it turned out, a rather ill fated wedding. My friend’s cousin was scheduled to be married that day, but her fiancé’s last-minute reconsideration left her with a booked wedding hall and no future husband. Since the venue was already reserved and the date called for a celebration anyway, she decided to convert the event into a New Year’s Eve party.

Top 5 Event Destinations in Dubai

Once a small fishing village and trading port, Dubai has transformed into one of the top choices for companies, enterprises and individuals for hosting a variety of events - from meetings, conferences, tradeshows to glamorous weddings and social events. With world leading facilities, stunning venues, a range of hotels to suit every budget, and state-of-the-art technology, Dubai has become the go-to destination for hundreds of events, meetings and conferences.

Free Event Planning Job Listings at IIEM

IIEM is inviting free job listings for organizations and employers seeking to fill event planning related opportunities including: Event Managers, Event Co-ordinators and Event Planners. IIEM job listings provide a global resource for experienced as well as early-stage event managers who are seeking jobs in event planning.

How our Body Language Shapes Who We Are

What is Event Planning?

Here's a brief video on the basics of Event Planning.

Vanessa Williams’ Egyptian Wedding - A look into the beauty of her invitations.

Earlier this year - Desperate Housewives and Ugly Betty star Vanessa Williams was wed to NY accountant Jim Skrip. Vanessa and her partner met whilst cruising down the Nile in Egypt, and wanted their wedding invitations to reflect their unique and unforgettable love story.

Guest Approved Catering

By Jody Long

Gluten free, vegan, dairy free, vegetarian. You've heard these terms before. Food sensitivities, food allergies, diet restrictions. You've heard these too. It may seem overwhelming when your guests tell you they can only eat this, and they can't eat that. Customizing food options is becoming more and more popular thanks to a growing number of people who require certain diets. It's inevitable that your guests will have limitations that you need to accommodate. Here's some helpful hints that you can use next time you've got an event that includes any kind of catering.

Got the Feedback - Now What?

By Jody Long

In a recent post to this blog (http://institute-of-event-management.com/ask-feedback-every-event), the importance of obtaining feedback from customers was discussed. It is a crucial tool for event planners especially, because it helps plan for future events.

Finding the Perfect Event Space

By - Jody Long

You've just decided on location for your upcoming event, a huge hurdle in the event planning process no matter what size event. The next step? Figuring out the perfect event site that will best suite your needs. Hotel ballroom? Convention Center? Professional sports stadium? Here are some ideas that may help you decide and brainstorm on what will work best and help make it the perfect event.

Event Management Resources

By Jody Long
In an earlier post this year (http://institute-of-event-management.com/event-management-resources), a list of event management resources was provided on this blog. Wether you are an experienced event coordinator looking to sharpen your skills, or a newbie to the industry, it's always a good idea to know where to look to find tools you can use for your job and career. If you found the previous post helpful, hopefully these additions will be of use to you as well.

Trade Shows

By Jody Long

One word comes to mind when the words “Trade Shows” comes up: Opportunity. If this isn't the first word that comes to mind when you think of your company attending trade shows, take another look.

Why you should attend as an exhibitor:

· Because everything is starting to go digital, and there is still something to be said for in-person meetings, and shaking the hand of a potential client. Wouldn't you be more likely to do business with someone you've met in person, rather than over email, social media, or phone call?

Hiring a Guest Speaker

By Jody Long

One of the most important parts of an event is the guest speaker. It can be a stressful task, on top of everything else you're planning for your event. So if you've never dealt with hiring one before, here are some tips so you aren't afraid of making any mistakes with your first hire.

What Type of Planner Are You?

By Jody Long

If you're reading this, you're probably considering a career as an event manager. You've probably given it a lot of thought, and know that you have what it takes to be able to plan meetings and events, weddings, trade shows, corporate outings, fundraisers, or non-profit events. The event industry is a large field to break into, so before you jump right in, be sure to give some thought to the type of planner you'd like to become.

Why You Didn't Get The Attendance You'd Hoped For

By Jody Long

Think about your last three events. In particular, think about your attendance at each of them. Did you have a goal in mind for each event? Did you meet that goal? If not, here are some areas you may want think about before you start planning your next event. Sometimes just making one of these changes to your next gathering may make the difference of a packed room, versus a handful of attendees.

Preparing Your Resume & Portfolio

By Jody Long

When a recruiter is reviewing resumes, it usually takes them about 20 seconds or less to get a first impression. That means you have to have a clear, concise, and well-written resume that will also stand out among many others.

Most effective tips for meeting management to get fruitful results

Digital Workplace Innovation: Efficient Employee Onboarding Through Training Software

Five Tips to Planning a Successful Fundraising Event

3 Simple Stress Management Techniques Every Event Planner Should Consider

4 Useful Hacks To Ace Your Event Management Job Interview

What Brexit means for Event Professionals

A Shark Tank Inspired Event!

Why defining clear objectives for any event is an imperative for success

How Proactive Event Planning Can Alleviate Last Minute Event Planning Headaches

Kenya's Most Popular Event Planning Destinations

Case Study | Why it's Always a Bad Idea to Change Event Objectives Last Minute

Top 5 Event Destinations in Dubai

Free Event Planning Job Listings at IIEM

How our Body Language Shapes Who We Are

What is Event Planning?

Vanessa Williams’ Egyptian Wedding - A look into the beauty of her invitations.

Guest Approved Catering

Got the Feedback - Now What?

Finding the Perfect Event Space

Event Management Resources

Trade Shows

Hiring a Guest Speaker

What Type of Planner Are You?

Why You Didn't Get The Attendance You'd Hoped For

Preparing Your Resume & Portfolio

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