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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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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Desireé Dolecki, CMP

Smart Meetings

In the app, participants build their schedules, check in to sessions, complete surveys and connect with speakers, sponsors and one another. To manage the team communication necessary to execute a great event, Dolecki develops a staff playbook. Today, applicants can track their continuing education process through EIC’s online portal.

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Could Wearables Solve In-person Data Dilemma?

Smart Meetings

Badges included QR codes that were scanned as attendees accessed the show floor and education sessions, helping organizers understand what was popular based on actual behavior. Organizer/Sponsor Benefits. Rewarding attendees for desired behaviors can increase interaction with sponsors and messaging. Read More : New U.S.

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Steer Clear of These 8 Pitfalls: A Guide to Excellent Corporate Event Outcomes

Smart Meetings

Rather than being disheartened by these challenges, we’ve chosen to initiate a dialogue and educate our clients. This individual should ideally serve as the primary liaison with third-party event producers, ensuring streamlined communication and facilitating the best possible event experience.

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Community, consistency, human connection and relevance: how to build trust online

The MICE Blog

We know how to build trust face to face at live events, but now, when everything is moving into the virtual world, we need to learn how to build trust online with our clients, supplier sponsors and other stakeholders. The educational MICE stream was hosted by VDVO and covered key topics on the current agenda.

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Lessons Learned from MPI WEC in Mexico

Smart Meetings

What to consider when planning an event at an all-inclusive resort Meeting Professionals International (MPI) CEO Paul VanDeventer likes to say that when planning the association’s World Education Congress (WEC), MPI takes chances so members don’t have to take on the risk. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers.

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Event Sponsorship Ethics: Navigating Brands and Social Responsibility

Bizzaboo

Companies may sponsor events that raise awareness or funds for specific causes, such as environmental conservation, social justice, or health initiatives. Companies must ensure that the events they sponsor align with their values and do not contradict their ethical standards.