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11 Tips for Great Conversation

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How to meet and converse with others Engaging in conversation can be somewhat of a sport: listening to others ideas, collaborating, discussing deep subjects. It is something I love to do and find it to be essential to my wellbeing and the health of my mental state. I have learned to enjoy networking and find the new ideas and meeting new people fascinating. During various…

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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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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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Going Green at Events

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As you think about the future and what you leave behind the phrases “going green” and “reducing your carbon footprint” may come to mind. You might have made changes in your personal life to become more environmentally friendly but how often do you think about being green while planning your meetings and events? It might not cross your mind regularly but with the tips below…

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Finding a Business Coach

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Background photo: Waag Society Business coaches provide advice and guidance when an issue approaches in your work life. Finding one isn’t always easy if you don’t know where to start. I can say that having a business coach in the event planning industry has been a life saver as well as with entrepreneurial adventures. Once you have found a business coach, they are invaluable and…

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PrEVENT Getting Sick at Events

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Photo taken by mcfarlandmo   Staying healthy during cold and flu season is not a simple task, especially when you find yourself attending meetings and conferences surrounded by others who could be carrying germs. The best method of beating the cold or flu is to prevent them in the first place! Follow our tips below to prepare yourself to prevent getting sick at meetings, events,…

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