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How To Prepare For A Career In Event Planning

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But how does one prepare for a career in event planning? Today, there are many ways to prepare for a career in event planning: Work on your soft skills, Get a degree, Get a certificate, Look for free content (webinars, podcasts, e-books, blogs), Work at events (as a volunteer), Build a strong network of event profs (join communities).

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Event Safety PSA: Failing to Prepare Could Cost You

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According to Jason Porter, vice president of global provider of security, risk advisory and crisis management services company Pinkerton , the failure to prepare is baked into the nature of risks. Oftentimes, the priority is the overall event preparation and attendee experience. The answer lies in being proactive.

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Are You Prepared for IMEX 2021? A Checklist

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Come Prepared. Come prepared to learn. The post Are You Prepared for IMEX 2021? To make the transition back to convention-ing easier, we came up with a checklist of what to do to make the most of your time in Las Vegas. Plus, we add a bonus tip for those not attending this year. or Safe Expo (international).

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Prepare for GMID 2023: Resolve to Continue Advocating for Events

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As the industry prepares to come together with receptions, panel discussions and virtual celebrations on March 30, Freeman urged everyone associated with meetings and events to tell their stories. The post Prepare for GMID 2023: Resolve to Continue Advocating for Events appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Carpocalypse: How to Prepare for Rental Car and Rideshare Price Surge

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The post Carpocalypse: How to Prepare for Rental Car and Rideshare Price Surge appeared first on Smart Meetings. Carpocalypse could also be a reason to change your travel plans to a city with stellar public transit—or, perhaps, to use the fleet of free buses, shuttles and monorails as a great excuse to pack up for Walt Disney World.

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How to Prepare for Conclave

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The post How to Prepare for Conclave appeared first on Smart Meetings. More : Alabama—Eat Well, Sleep Well, Meet Well. Harris boasts that she lives in a progressive, diverse community full of Southern hospitality, “and all the sweet tea you could want.”.

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Preparation is the Key to Risk Management

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Not being prepared and showing a careless attitude with an event or the safety of attendees will lead to a problem every time. The post Preparation is the Key to Risk Management appeared first on Smart Meetings. Negligence generally means carelessness,” Devlin said. That’s the essence of what it is.”.