6 Things To Do When You Inherit a Struggling Event
Inheriting a struggling event is a challenge or a burden depending on your attitude. But with a couple of steps you can launch a much different, more successful happening.
Event Management
Successful event management requires a mix of creativity, strategic planning, and flawless execution. Whether you’re a seasoned event professional or just starting out, our expert-driven insights will help you elevate your skills and stay ahead in the fast-evolving meetings and events industry.
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In this section, you’ll find actionable tips, best practices, and real-world strategies to help you:
- Plan and execute seamless events – from small corporate meetings to large-scale conferences.
- Improve attendee engagement and experience with innovative event design.
- Master budgeting, logistics, and vendor management for maximum efficiency.
- Leverage event technology to streamline planning and execution.
- Learn from industry leaders through case studies, expert interviews, and trend reports.
At Skift Meetings, we bring you insights from the world’s top event planners, specialists, and thought leaders. Whether your goal is to enhance your skills, grow your career, or create unforgettable events, we’ve got the resources to help you succeed.
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6 Ways to Improve Your Event Team
You can’t do it all on your own. Seriously. It’s time to loosen your control on the event and gain some sanity with these tips for building a team you can count on.
10 Tips for Working with a Difficult Venue
Are your dreams of the perfect venue being dashed by the venue staff? Are you questioning your ability to pull off a successful event because of them? Worry no longer. We have some tips to help you smooth over any problems with a difficult venue.
Why “Inbox Zero” Doesn’t Work For Eventprofs
Why paying too much attention to your inbox is actually a bad thing for eventprofs and what you really could be doing to manage emails more effectively.
How To Own A General Session Like A Boss
What happens on stage leaves a lasting impression with your customers, which is why event profs need to be production savvy. It starts with managing your speakers through a flawless stage experience.
Confessions of a Government Special Events Coordinator
As a Government Special Events Coordinator, here is my confession.
6 Rookie Mistakes To Avoid With Event Radio
On top of everything else a busy event planner has to think about, a key logistical hurdle to overcome is - how do you keep everyone in communication come the big day?
3 Ways to Create an Afterlife for Your Conference
Are you making the most of your conference content? Research shows that most event planners are missing a trick. Here’s how you can use the wealth of information at your fingertips to increase attendance and interest in next year's event.
How to React When Your Event Is Spinning Out of Control
Being out of control is not something event planners enjoy. When it happens, the quicker you can regain control the better you’ll do. When an event is spinning out of control, that is not the time to pass solutions through a twenty-person board. Instead, try these solutions to get back in control.
Bullet Journal: Try This Productivity Craze to Improve Your Event
Bullet journaling is the buzz trend of the moment, but what it is all about? Explore the applications and benefits for event professionals and how it can be adapted to improve all areas of your eventprof lifestyle.