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May 2015

Networking Success Tips

10 Networking Success Tips for the Self-Employed

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How to manage your way through networking events as an entrepreneur Learning to network does not come naturally, which I found out the hard way. When I started my business I was a young entrepreneur that needed to figure out how to make a business work. Very soon, I started to understand the importance of networking to help build my business and connections. This often…

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Healthy Snack Alternatives

Healthy Event Snacks

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Ideas for healthy food stations and snacks for your next meeting or conference Eating healthy during long meetings and conferences can be a struggle. It’s easy to grab whatever is presented throughout the day whether it’s a cookie, bag of chips, or doughnut. Sugary and carb-loaded food options can leave attendees feeling bloated or sluggish. In order to keep the energy high, offer healthier food…

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Event Planning and Your Brain

Event Planning and Your Brain

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Which side of the brain do you think dominates in event planning? You’d be surprised. As event planners, many people automatically assume that we think only with the right side of our brain. We’re creative, social, and imaginative… But what many people don’t realize is that it takes a balance of the two hemispheres for us to complete our tasks. However, knowing what side you…

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Persevering Through Low Event Attendance

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How to handle a less than expected attendance at your events Estimating the amount of attendees for your event can be a stressful experience. Overestimate and food can go to waste, the room can look empty, and you may be left with an abundance of event swag that was specific to that event only. Underestimate and you may be left with hungry guests, a lack…

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Interise 2015

By | Events, Meetings & Conferences, Personal Growth | No Comments

A business development conference produced by InnovativEvents in Dallas, Texas This past week, I jumped in my car and headed down to the “Lone Star State” to produce a business development conference. Welcomed by warm weather and a beautiful event venue, I was ready to get down to the Event Producer grind. The event was held at Omni Park West hotel. This hotel can accommodate…

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