OUTDOOR VENUES Bugs. Wind. Rain. Heat. Cold. Noise. Scheduling an outdoor event can bring all kinds of special challenges. But in addition to golf outings, street fairs and picnics, the great outdoors can also be a beautiful setting for weddings,
Event Planning Basics – Selecting a Venue Part 2
POPULAR EVENT VENUES – PROS AND CONS Banquet Facilities These facilities are designed specifically to hold special one-day events like parties and receptions. They will typically have a variety of packages that include food, beverages, sound, décor, and service personnel.
Event Planning – Celebrating Home
CELEBRATING HOME Are you hesitant about inviting people to your home for a holiday party or other special event because you think it isn’t company-ready? Many people miss the opportunity to create great memories with family and friends because they
Event Planning Basics – like Bull-Riding?
There is no doubt that one of the most dangerous sports on earth is bull-riding; scary as can be, but boy is it fun to watch! The rider only has to ride the bull for 8 seconds to get a
Event Planning and Organization Basics – Effective Communication Part 3
TELEPHONES, TEXTING AND CONTACTS When I look at the contact list in my telephone, I see names of contractors, vendors, former co-workers, sales managers from various venues, attorneys and other professionals. I never delete a contact from my database unless
Event Planning and Organization Basics – Effective Communication Part 2
EMAILS Email can be a very effective way to keep the momentum going for any project between face-to-face meetings. If your team members all have an email address that they check on a regular basis, this is probably your best
Event Planning and Organization Basics – Effective Communication Part 1
Event planning success can only occur when the planning team is working in total harmony. Everyone knows the tasks they are responsible for, and how their efforts fit into the big picture. The event coordinator has to make sure
Event Planning and Organization Basics – Dealing with Procrastination (Pt. 4)
Tip # 6 – Learn your limits Stress is probably one of the biggest factors in chronic procrastination. This can be result of taking on too much, or miscalculating the time involved in completing a task or project. BEFORE you
Event Planning and Organization Basics – Dealing with Procrastination (Pt. 3)
Tip #5 – Fight the urge to be perfect Many times it’s the fear of failure or not measuring up to society’s standards that can paralyze us into making a commitment, delaying a task or avoiding it altogether. I find when I’m
Event Planning and Organization Basics – Dealing with Procrastination (Pt. 2)
Tip #2 – Break the task into smaller parts and Tip #3 – Complete the toughest parts first. “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!” This should be your mantra if you are an habitual procrastinator.