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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Ignore competing events Clients often approach planners with specifics in mind for an event, such as the date, location, or event design. Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day.

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Virtual Event Speakers: The Ultimate Hacks For Success

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So that means that both preparing your virtual event speakers and being the one who does the speaking entails quite a bit of preparation and a series of best practices that wouldn’t apply to in-person events. 2 Prepare Your Background. This means no pets, no people running around, no metal band rehearsing in your basement.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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If you hire them before the venue they can be your advocate in finding the best location for your event. Second, locate where the rigging points are within the event. Forgetting To Communicate Event Changes. Always communicate with every person involved. Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire.

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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. Understand your audience.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

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From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. Communications Manager: The communications manager is in charge of marketing for the event.

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Corporate Event Planning: Checklist and Guide

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☐ Logistics: Set a Date, Format, and Location Pick a date and an event type, considering availability, attendee preferences, event objectives, and potential scheduling conflicts (e.g., Consider second-tier cities and outside-the-box locations to save on event costs and make it easier for attendees to justify coming.

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Decluttering and Downsizing: A Guide for Seniors and Their Loved Ones

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It will help you prepare for the transition and offer advice to loved ones on what they can do to help. Keep the lines of communication open, take it one step at a time, and don’t rush into anything before you’re ready. Step 7: Begin packing and prepare for the move. Plan for interruptions and conversational derailments.