The Savvy Event Planner Podcast: Event Planning |

A.J. Steinberg founded Masquerade Events in 1999. Since then she has created amazing events for both private and public clients. Her ability to help charities raise money through events led to the creation of Queen Bee Fundraising. A.J. shares ideas to help planners faced with a tight budget. She also shares insights to successful event planning by committee. By the end of this interview you will learn: Sometimes you just move forward. How things have changed since 1999. There is no need to reinvent the wheel. Why a tight budget isn’t bad. Decoration ideas when funds are limited. Little things that create an impact on guests. Inexpensive entertainment – good, bad or depends? Turning a cost into income. Advantages of working with a committee. Dangers of a client controlled program. When it pays to bring in a pro. Three words: Attention To Details. and much more … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 52 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: A.J.’s Website: https://www.queenbeefundraising.com A.J. on Twitter: @QueenBeeMalibu The Emily Shane Foundation Thank you A.J.! It was a pleasure to talk with you! I appreciate you sharing your insights and ideas with our audience. Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. We Made It! This episode means we’ve reached the one year mark! 52 guests have sat down to talk with me about event planning. They have all shared some amazing insights into the business. I want to thank everyone who appeared on the podcast, as well as everyone who has listened, emailed, reached out through social media and shared the podcast with others. This has been an amazing ride so far! Hiatus Due to my travel and performance schedule, the podcast will be taking a hiatus until early 2017. During this time I will still be recording interviews, but new episodes won’t release until January. Make sure you follow me on Twitter and/or subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher so you know when the program resumes. Thanks for listening! Again, I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Event Planning On A Tight Budget appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Warning: If you are against the legalization of marijuana, we encourage you to skip this episode and join us next week. Marijuana has been legalized in some states for medicinal purposes. In other areas, it is still illegal. This is a topic that has strong feelings on both sides. We will not have the legalization debate here. Instead, we will focus on an area where marijuana is legal. Even then, there are some gray areas based on public perception and unclear legislation. In this episode, Allison Edrington shares a unique look at this emerging market and the problems associated with planning events for the industry. Event Planning for Emerging MarketsClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: The challenges of the emerging cannabis industry. Results of unregulated or unclear legislation. Planning around the venue’s comfort zone. How the industry changes as it grows. Parallels between market histories. Types of events being held in the industry. How Allison focuses on the needs of the attendees. Small town event considerations. Keeping sponsors and vendors happy. A method to figure out sponsorship levels. Event marketing considerations. An amazing sponsorship thank-you idea. and much more … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 51 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Allison’s Website: allisonedrington.com Allison on Twitter: @AllyEdrington A Note From Allison: Since we talked about it during the podcast, I thought I’d share a photo of two Thank You posters that I printed for each event sponsor on high quality vinyl and mailed with a thank you letter. I asked our graphic designer to redesign the poster text so it was decluttered, had all other sponsor logos removed except for the highlighted one and had the illustrator sign them. For the last event, I also had some printed with the Ganjier company logo as a thank you for key staff members. A friend who is a fundraiser gave me the idea initially, and I try to find touches to make these special so our sponsors know we appreciate them! Thank you Allison! It was a fun and interesting conversation with great information. I appreciate you sharing insights into the cannabis industry. Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Event Planning For Emerging Markets appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Healthcare laws? On an event planning podcast? Don’t skip this episode. It is a great discussion that can benefit you on a more personal level. It definitely deserves your attention. How do healthcare laws affect event planners? Healthcare is something we all deal with, even if we aren’t always aware of it. From doctors, to hospitalization, to insurance, these decisions affect your life. The options and choices can be confusing. Event speaker Sarah Fontenot breaks things down and makes it easy to understand. She helps audiences understand how the healthcare laws affect their lives. This episode does talk about events from the speaker’s point of view, offering great insights to presentations. However the main topic, healthcare laws – is a must listen. How healthcare laws affect event plannersClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: Why people are confused about healthcare. How the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare have confused people. What the Obamacare law is about. What happens if Obamacare is repealed. Your rights as a patient … How do the laws affect family members? What is HIPAA and how does it protect you? What if the insurance company denies a claim? What you should know about living wills. When you should create a living will. Where to find a living will. Do you need a power of attorney? And back to event planning: Why room size and set up is so important. Reasons some people don’t respond. Ideas to open up conversations & help people share. Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 50 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Sarah’s website: SarahFontenot.com Don’t forget to sign up for Sarah’s Fontenotes newsletter! Sarah’s email:  Sarah@SarahFontenot.com Thank you Sarah! I appreciate you taking the time to talk with me and for sharing so much great information! Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post How Healthcare Laws Affect You appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Starting a new business can be scary. It is definitely challenging. There are tons of things to learn and do. When you add these on top of planning spectacular events, it can seem daunting. Michelle Perez shares how she started her event planning business in this episode. As a new entrepreneur, you’ll get a first hand look at how she turned her passion into a rewarding venture. Insights 2 starting an #Eventplanning #BusinessClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will discover: How Michelle’s passion for event planning developed … The catalyst and emotions behind taking action. Advice that made Michelle cringe which she now recommends … Pros and cons of working for a company … The challenge of pricing … A day in the life of an event planning business … Keeping clients involved … Questions an event planner should ask … Developing ideas into events … Small design elements create impact … Tips for weeding out bad vendors … Advice for when everything goes wrong … and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 49 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Michelle’s website: michelleperezevents.com Thank you Michelle! I appreciate you taking the time to talk with me and for sharing so much great information! Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post How I Started My Event Planning Business appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Bob Burg is one of the world’s elite authorities in the field of relationship marketing. He is often found teaching business professionals how to leverage their network. In this episode Bob shares the secrets of his Go-Giver principles as they would apply to event planners. You’ll discover how an effect relationship cultivation process can affect your planning business. No matter if you are working on the business side, the planning side, or juggling both, Bob has tips that will help you succeed. The Go-Giver Mentality For Event PlannersClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: What a go-giver is … What a go-giver is not … The benefits of shifting your focus … The key to predictably achieving goals … Why the go-giver mentality is about more than sales … The five laws of being a go-giver … Ways to add value with affecting your bottom line … Secrets to seeking out a mentor … How NOT to approach a mentor … Why you must be authentic … Ways to avoid “putting on a face.” and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 47 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Bob’s Best-Selling Books: The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea The Go-Giver Leader: A Little Story About What Matters Most in Business Go-Givers Sell More It’s Not About You The Last Prospecting Guide You’ll Ever Need Endless Referrals Adversaries into Allies: Master the Art of Ultimate Influence The Art of Persuasion Bob’s websites: BobBurg.com TheGoGiver.com Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site. I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Also thanks to Bob for a fun and informative interview! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post The Go-Giver Mentality For Event Planners appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

An event planning business has a lot of moving parts. One day you may be hiring staff or establishing relationships with vendors. The next you are creating concepts that “Wow!” clients and allow them to achieve their objectives. In this episode I interview Laurel Mintz, the founder of Elevate My Brand. Her marketing agency focuses on digital strategy execution and live events. From business challenges and strategies to event concepts and solutions, Laurel shares event planning gold! #Events #Business Insights w/ @TomCrowl & @elevatemybrandClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: The thoughts behind opening a business … Business owner hiring tips … What Laurel looks for when hiring someone … Challenges of opening a new business … Business strategies … How to establish relationships with vendors … Setting relationship rules … The importance of live events in a marketing mix … Tips on creating event buzz … Thoughts on bringing brands into an event … and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 47 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: ElevateMyBrand.com Laurel’s eMail: information@elevatemybrand.com   Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site. I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Also thanks to Laurel for taking the time to talk with me! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Event Planning Business, Branding & Relationships appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

To host a successful fundraising event, you have to raise funds. As an event planner, this metric is easily measured and reflects on your abilities. Marc A. Pitman shares fundraising gold in this episode of the Savvy Event Planner Podcast. Marc talks us through goal setting, storytelling and developing the “Ask.” You will discover how to create a nonprofit spreadsheet and why it is so important to the event planner. Plus, Marc shares excellent advice on “loving” your donors, making it easier to ask again. If you plan or are planning a fundraising event – don’t miss this episode! Fundraising event gold w/ Marc Pitman & Tom CrowlClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: How to get REAL about fundraising … The importance of figuring out a realistic goal … Benefits of using a Gift Range Calculator … When breaking even is a legitimate goal … Why you must research the market first … How to create a nonprofit spreadsheet … The art of designing the “ask” … Two of the most important fundraising tactics … Ways to remove the giving barrier … You can still raise funds in a down economy … How online fundraising sites change the game … Successful online fundraising is still done offline … Storytelling to raise donations … The importance of tying donations to outcomes … Why loving your donors is so important … Effective followups to encourage annual giving … and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 46 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Marc’s event planning website: http://fundraisingcoach.com Additional event planning information: http://thenonprofitacademy.com Marc’s leadership website: http://concordleadershipgroup.com Marc’s Gift Range Calculator: giftrangecalculator.com Marc’s book: Ask Without Fear Companion DVD Set: Ask Without Fear Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! Be sure to check out Marc’s resources listed above. Thanks for a very informative interview Marc! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Fundraising With Events appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

As corporations globalize, more event planners seek diversity in their speakers and entertainment. Unfortunately, bringing speakers in for your event are not always as simple as signing a contract. Brian Glow is a professional magician based in Winnipeg, Canada. One of the top international corporate entertainers in the world, Brian has performed at corporate events in over 40 countries. In this episode Brian shares “need to know” information when working with international speakers and entertainers. What you need to know when working with international speakers & entertainersClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: The additional value a flexible speaker or entertainer provides. Why extensive pre-planning is a must when hiring from another country. Questions you need to ask international talent … What you should know about immigration. The definition of a “performer of note” … How long it can take to secure a visa … The added expense of visas and travel documents. Is it best to work with an agency or directly with a speaker? What is needed to transport equipment & supplies internationally. An idea for handling with cross-cultural performances in other languages.. The international discrepancy of experience in event planning. Advice for new event planners … and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 45 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Brian’s web site: http://brianglow.com Brian’s YouTube Channel Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! Also, thanks again to Brian for sharing some fascinating information in this episode! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Working With International Speakers & Entertainers appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

An advocate for education in the event planning industry, Larissa Schultz. A college adjunct professor, she teaches event management & meeting planning. In this episode we get Larissa’s advice for people interested in entering the event planning field. Don’t think Event Planning 101 as just for the beginner though! The information is a great refresher for the seasoned planner as well. Event Planning 101 on the Savvy Event Planner PodcastClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: How Larissa got started in event planning. The benefits of working for someone else. Recommendations for getting started. What to expect if starting your own event planning company. The value of a career plan. Vital components of an event. An overview of different styles of events. Event planning terminology you should know. Examples of incorporating objectives into your plan. An important part of an RFP that is often overlooked. The value of setting up quality vendor relationships. Tips for room set up … Tips for venue inspections … and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 44 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Larissa’s web site: ljsmeetingstrategies.com Larissa’s books: Meeting Planning Basics: A Guide for Administrative Professionals TSA and Me: A Lighthearted Look at Travel Today Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! Also, thanks to Larissa for an episode filled with event planning gold! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Event Planning 101 With Larissa Schultz appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

This is an extremely important topic for event planners! Imagine what could happen if a gunman opened fire at your event. Think it will never happen? Let’s hope not! But part of planning events is being prepared for all situations. My interview with Officer Jason Weber offers some fascinating insights to event safety. He also offers some excellent follow ups to help guide you and keep you thinking. Crisis Management Strategies For Event PlannersClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: “It’s not going to happen here.” Isn’t a plan! Where an active shooter is likely to show up … Working with law enforcement on risk assessments. The importance of controlling access. The value of an internal emergencies operation plan. Three key things that can save lives. Housekeeping tips to make attendees aware. Tips for dealing with media during & after a crisis. Crisis management follow up … The roll the venue plays in crisis management. and much, much, more! Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 43 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Jason’s book for schools Jason’s eMail Address: JWeber@town-menasha.com Jason’s phone: 920-720-7160 Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please share it with your friends using social media. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! Also, thanks again to Officer Weber for an eye-opening interview. I hope you found it as interesting as I did. So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Active Shooter Protocol & Crisis Management For Events appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

I hate to sound negative, but some people are negative. Negativity is a part of life. Craig Price helps people understand how to make negativity productive. You can’t change the person or situation, but you can change how you view the problem. This is an event planning episode you don’t want to miss. Reframe Negativity into Critical ThinkingClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: Why a discount may not be a good thing. The importance of knowing what will go on around you. Dealing with the realm of reality. Why you should embrace negativity. New ways to view negativity. How to reframe negativity to create productive outcomes. The value of negative feedback. Why the valet needs to smile … and much, much more. Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 42 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: TheRealistsGuide.com SpeakerCraigPrice.com RealityCheckPodcast.com Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your support of the podcast. Thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! Also, thanks again to Craig. That was a fun interview! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Advantages Of Negativity with Craig Price appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

There is no perfect life/work balance. According to Kristen Brown, it is a myth. So how can you find harmony between your career and your personal life? There can be a lot of stress associated with event planning. Stress creates a negative impact on your health. At that point it affects you professionally and personally. In this episode, Kristen provides actionable steps to help you create “The Happy Hour Effect.” A mindset that helps you to manage stress and spin it into success for a better daily experience. Stress Management Tips on the Savvy Event Planning PodcastClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: What the “Happy Hour Effect” is. How to let down the business facade and relax. Ways to use your authentic self to connect with others. Methods to find your stress cues and cure them. Stress cure ideas that help take the edge off. The life/work balance is a myth. Using the Maestro Mindset to create life/work harmony. Why a life map is so important. How to generate results using the R.I.S.E. code. and much more … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 41 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: kristenbrownpresents.com Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Kristen for sharing! I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post The Happy Hour Effect with Kristen Brown appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Event planners know that social media helps promote events. But even though we interact with people everyday, the online social world seems alien for some people. Social media can be confusing and difficult. How can you get people to interact? How can you grow your followers? Well if you want solid, down to earth advice, this episode is a must. Phil Gerbyshak shares tips, insights & suggestions to help event planners make their events social media friendly. Phil makes it easy to understand and easy to do. Start getting more likes, shares and click-throughs today! By the end of this interview you will learn: What social media platforms really are … What matters most on social media … The “social” in social media … The value of social media for an association. Why you need to drive conversations. Using social media to reinforce ideas & messages. Connecting with people that can’t physically attend an event. Tips for starting conversations on FaceBook. How introverts & extroverts react on social media. What you should do before an event. Things you can share on social media during an event. Tips for following up events on social media. Plus and minuses of using social media tools … Social media through LinkedIn … Do’s & Don’t of social media marketing. The true value of the “gift.” Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 40 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: PhilGerbyshak.com Email Phil: phil@philgerbyshak.com Phil On FaceBook Phil On Twitter Phil on LinkedIn Phil on YouTube Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Phil for sharing so much incredible information in this episode. It was great talking with you Phil! I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Making Events Social Media Friendly With Phil Gerbyshak appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

How is your workflow? Are you accomplishing as much as you could? Is your inbox flooded with emails? Do you always know what to be working on? Do things ever fall through the cracks? In this episode I talk with productivity coach Laura Stack. Laura shares tips about establishing a workflow to save you time and focus your energy. We also discuss bringing our inboxes under control, which tends to be a major “productivity sucker” for many. Workflow & Inbox Zero Tips For Event PlannersClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: The challenge caused by multiple streams of information. Reasons people have workflow problems. How proper training can make processes simple & save time. Things you probably don’t know an email program can do. Why you don’t have to keep emails in your inbox. The no-file email filing system that saves you headaches. You don’t have to copy and paste information across programs. Google’s gmail has a to-do-list few people know about. Four types of productivity suckers and how to deal with them. Shortcuts to removing disruptive alerts & distractions. and much more … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 40 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Laura’s Websites: LauraStack.com TheProductivityPro.com Laura’s Outlook Training: TheProductivityPro.com/outlook Email Laura: laura@theproductivitypro.com Laura’s Books: Doing the Right Things Right: How the Effective Executive Spends Time What To Do When There’s Too Much To Do Find More Time Leave the Office Earlier Execution IS the Strategy: How Leaders Achieve Maximum Results in Minimum Time Organizing Your Office and Your Life The Exhaustion Cure Becoming Self-Disciplined SuperCompetent: The Six Keys to Perform at Your Productive Best Communicating Effectively with Email Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Laura for taking the time to talk with me for this episode. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post WorkFlow & Inbox Zero appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

How does differentiation help an event planner? What is it? What can it do? How do you find your unique differences in an event, in your career and in life? Michel Neray shows us the power behind the small differences that make things unique. He shares an exercise to help you unearth your hidden advantages. Discover a vision that can become a game-changer for your events and career. Differentiation - small things make a huge impact.Click To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: How differentiation plays a major role in branding. Why you need to understand the differences you & your events offer. Who your competition really is … Nothing is trivial … Why small differentiators make you stand out. How to find your differences … The fifth sales pitch exercise … Michel’s five layers of differentiation … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 38 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Michel’s Website: www.Neray.com MoMondays.com Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Please Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Michel for an incredibly fun and insightful interview. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Differentiation – Little Things Create A Big Impact appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Shawna Suckow, CMP, has been a million-dollar influencer in the hospitality industry for more than 20 years. She has studied how attendees think and have evolved through economic, technological and cultural changes. Shawna is also the Chairwoman of SPIN, the Senior Planners Industry Network. In this episode, Shawna shares insights to engaging audience and sponsors to create win/win/win scenarios. Audience Engagement & Event Sponsorship on the #EventPlanner #PodcastClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: Why you should be a “lifetime” learner. How simple things overlooked can be horrific. Glitz & glamour aren’t always required. Ways to leverage creativity to create connections. Why the “Adult Learning Theory” no longer applies. The number one reason people attend events. A magical number that makes great things happen. Why you should consider a mentoring program at meetings. The power of relocating attendees. Longer breaks can be a good thing. Who the real V.I.P.’s of an event are. Changing the sponsorship mindset. How to align the goals of a sponsor with the goals of attendees. Effective methods to reach out to sponsors. Helping sponsors stand out in the minds of attendees. Ways to build sponsor relationships. The value of serving with integrity. How to help destinations and venues help you. and much, much more … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 37 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Shawna’s Website: shawnasuckow.com Senior Planners Industry Network Website: spinplanners.com Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Please Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Shawna for an incredibly informative interview. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Audience Engagement & Event Sponsorship appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

When attendees arrive at your event, what is their first impression? As an event planner, creating a powerful first impression is important. It lays the groundwork for everything that follows. Susan Young is a keynote speaker and leadership trainer. She works with organizations who want to harness the power of change to improve positivity & performance. In this episode, we discuss the art of first impressions for positive impact. Get ready for some insights that will help you plan more amazing events. Art of First Impressions For Powerful ImpactClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: Why a passion for people is important … The power of a first impression. Facets involved in first impressions… How to use a critical eye for what people perceive … Why you should strive to be approachable. The reasoning behind a “Heart of Service.” The definition of an “Ambivert.” Tips for the introvert. Personal branding for improved impressions. 3 types of awareness you must be aware of … Healthy habits are good for people and events. Manners mean something … The difference is in the details … How the art of communication plays a role … First impressions sometimes start before you realize … Why you must pay attention to your digital activities … Leaving people with a positive lasting impression. The art of nurturing your network & your attendees. And a must read book recommended by Susan … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 35 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Susan’s Website: SusanSpeaks.com “Emotional Intelligence” by Daniel Goleman Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Please Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Susan for a fun & informative interview. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Powerful First Impressions and other Event Planning Tips appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Amil Mendez started Showtime Inc. in 2010 to provide lighting for events. Expanding to include drapery and furniture rentals, Showtime now turns spaces into epic event venues. How an attendee experiences your event is an important part of your planning. In episode 29 of the podcast, Jacob Morgan shared the three components that control experience. In this episode, we will discuss the component of physical space. Amil will share some excellent ideas to make the most of your decorating budget. Event Planning Decorating Ideas for corporate & wedding eventsClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: What you must consider before “designing” the room. Why you need to know your crowd. Importance of a venue walk-through. Concepts for creating a lounge party atmosphere. Two decorating suggestions to create the biggest impact on your event space. How to add a soft touch to any environment. Sources for inspiration and decorating ideas. The true value of relationships and professional organizations. Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 35 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Amil’s Website: Showtimeeventsinc.com Showtime Events Inc. Youtube Channel Showtime Events Inc – Instagram Showtime Events Inc – FaceBook Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Please Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Amil for a fun & informative interview. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Event Planning Decorating Ideas appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Event photography has many uses for the Savvy Event Planner. You can use photos to advertise and market an event. Promote your speakers and sponsors. Photographs may be part of your printed materials and website. Plus the value of images in your social media distribution helps create buzz. In this episode, Jules Clifford shares insights to help your photographer capture the images you need. Specializing in association event photography, Jules is the official photographer for ASAE, PMPI, PCMA, HIP, Destination DC and many others. From questions to ask before you contract, to on-site insights that make everyone’s job easier, this episode covers: What Event Planners Should Know Before Hiring An Event Photographer… What Event Planners Should Know About Event PhotographyClick To Tweet By the end of this interview you will learn: The importance of a well-thought out RFP. What must be spelled out in a photographer’s contract. Why your photographer needs a detailed shot list. How to set up a shot list. Figuring out time frames for photographers. The importance of a contact person. Why you should communicate how the pictures will be used. Questions you should ask the photographer before you hire. What you should know about image redundancy. Equipment questions you should ask. What you should ask about equipment redundancy. How to determine the number of photographers you will need. The importance of a locked room. Things you must remember when working with event photographers. Why you should listen to your suppliers and vendors. The value of partnering with a proven supplier. Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 32 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: EPNAC.com Email: contact@epnac.com Jules’ email: Jules@epnac.com Jules’ Phone: 703-863-2855 Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Jules for sharing so much incredible information in this episode. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Event Photography: What Event Planners Must Know appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.

Events can be a complex array of functions and vendors that must coordinate in a seamless manner. It isn’t enough to have the vision. Effective execution is the key to high performance. Brian P. Moran helps people take control of their time and empowers them to execute day-in and day-out. A NY Times best selling author, Brian shares the concepts behind his “12 Week Year”. Want to achieve more in the next 12 weeks than most do in 12 months? Don’t miss this episode! By the end of this interview you will learn: You never know what will happen! What it really takes to perform at your best … Why being smart isn’t enough … The concept of periodization … Why annual plans don’t always produce results … How actions become driven by an annual mindset … Why the 12 week year is so effective … The keys to being effective and producing results … No results is usually a flaw of execution … Why people “tinker” with the plan … 5 success disciplines you should adopt … How to accurately predict your future … What a compelling vision does … Why a plan isn’t enough … What you MUST know for effective time management … A three step process you can implement today … Interview bonuses: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Right click and save-as to download the Episode 33 transcript. Click here to read the transcript online. Links and resources from this interview: Brian’s Book: The 12 Week Year The 12 Week Year Website: http://12weekyear.com The 12 Week Year Course: http://12weekyear.com/gettingstarted Brian’s Website: http://brianpmoran.com To contact Brian, please email his assistant: jen@12weekyear.com Have You Subscribed? Get event planning content every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast today:        Don’t forget to rate and/or review the show on iTunes. Thanks! Share This Episode If you enjoyed the Savvy Event Planner Podcast, please tell your friends. Use the share buttons at the bottom of this page to share us with your network. Thanks for listening! Thanks to Brian for taking the time to be interviewed for this episode. I also thank you for taking the time to listen and visit the site! So tell us … Share your insights and thoughts on this interview. Did you come away with any ideas? Take a moment to let us know in the comments section below: The post Execution & Implementation For Event Planners appeared first on Savvy Event Planner Podcast.