Why is it that certain event planners thrive and others, well….don’t? Let’s face it, your personality will always play a major role in your overall success. There are three distinct personality types that the event production business attracts. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses. And while there is no single set of characteristics that “embodies”Read more
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Why is choosing the right caterer so important? It’s no secret, everyone leaves an event talking about the food. For you, the event planner, this makes the caterer essential to the event’s success. But, with dozens, sometimes hundreds of caterers in a single area, how do you go about choosing the right one? During aRead more
Any project’s biggest enemy is time and it’s no different in the events industry; that’s why we’re sharing our 8 Time Management Secrets for Event Planners in the hope that it will help you better manage your events. Anyone who expects event-planning success should also expect hard work and long hours. If you always seem toRead more
Do you know the right questions to ask before booking an indoor venue? Outdoor events are fantastic but sometimes they just aren’t the right fit. Think about it – when you choose an indoor location it’s a controlled environment where you maintain the temperature to what’s comfortable for the guests and mother nature won’t be bothering you.Read more
When designing the perfect menu for an event, there are five key things to keep in mind: The Budget This is the first thing you need to know when you begin planning. Don’t waste the caterer’s time if you aren’t sure of the budget because that will determine what you can serve. Knowing whether you can spendRead more
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