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Five ways explicit communication improves meetings

Conferences that Work

But often, explicit communication — saying or writing what’s needed to guide or influence desired behavior — improves matters over staying silent or beating around the bush. Here are five examples of how explicit communication improves meetings. A little explicit pre-party communication will improve your meeting.

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Mitigating the Risks of Returning to In-Person Meetings

Motivation Excellence

Ready your tool kit with policies and templates for the pandemic’s 3 T’s: testing, tracing and treatment Compose messaging that will assure and instruct both internal and external audiences Include key decision-makers in your plan to be prepared for the unexpected Document disruptions for a “learning lookback” review process later.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Take advantage of free event planning software that makes it easy to communicate event updates. If it rains at an outdoor event, will you panic or will you have a tent prepared to shelter guests from the elements? Using a comprehensive check-in app to track attendees and communicate with event crew.

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Optimizing Your Corporate Events Through Organization Practices that Minimize Stress and Maximize Results

Traveler's Q

When booking ahead of time, be sure to read the contract thoroughly and understand when payment deadlines and cancellation policies take effect. Keep All Supporting Professionals Within Quick, Digital Reach Most of the professionals you will contract will have a LinkedIn page.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Endless Events

In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. Pre-plan where each item will be hung to avoid additional costs and check with your venue before you sign the contract whether or not rigging points and included in the cost. Forgetting To Communicate Event Changes. Skimping on Audio.

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Your Guide to Vendor Management

Motivation Excellence

Their assigned tasks will include: Selecting vendors and negotiating contracts Acting as liaisons between the vendors and the departments that use them Tracking vendor performance and identifying risks Understanding the role of each vendor and eliminating redundant contracts Assessing vendor ROI and shopping for new vendors when necessary.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist: 7 Phases to Create a Winning Event

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For example, if you’re launching a grand opening of a flagship store in a major city, expecting a footfall of over 1,000 customers, it’s wise to start preparations at least four months ahead. For smaller events, such as a masterclass on how to use the product, 1-2 months of preparation might be enough. Document everything.