Here, we explore five tips for speaking confidently and persuasively with undecided stakeholders to help you realize your vision.
5 ways to promote positive conflict in meetings for more effective collaboration
There’s a good reason why conflict and collaboration go hand in hand. Always agreeing might be your default when you lack confidence in your idea and want to save face, however, it functions more as a one-way street to boring town. Positive conflict can be a productive way to prod your team to discover innovative […]
5 smart strategies for creating top event teams
When you are able to create an event team of your choosing, as Mom always said, “Make good choices!”
Virtual audience needs explained, Part 1
The main question: Do you want them to watch and walk away, or participate and stay?
6 ways communicators can clean up their act
For both experts and newbies, less is more.
In other words, don’t bring a knife to a gunfight
Communication basics are a practical necessity.
Get that in writing! Spelled correctly, of course
Written communication can make us look like a superstar or an idiot in the blink of an eye. Some tips …
There really are times when email, text just won’t do
As meeting planners, we are champions of the power of live, face-to-face communication.
Developing an audience recruitment strategy
The room has been set to perfection, the swag bags have been filled with your favorite giveaway items, and the last item on the magical check list has been crossed off. Now it is time to close your eyes, take a deep breath and pray that the attendees will arrive. No matter how well designed, […]
How to be truly green instead of a greenwasher
For many planners, one of the biggest hesitations to begin implementing green practices is not cost or desire, it is the fear of not doing enough, thereby not being considered green … but a greenwasher! What exactly is greenwashing? Wikipedia defines greenwashing as: “the practice of companies disingenuously spinning their products and policies as environmentally […]
Team-building checklist
Teamwork continues to be a crucial element in the success of an organization. Yet, many team-building events have been given the label of “just fun and games,” and its value fades in a couple of days. This does not have to be the case.
White linen marketing
Morton’s The Steakhouse and Velocity Broadcasting have partnered to offer satellite network Velocity HD Suites, housed in Morton’s private boardrooms.
15 practical presentation pointers for meeting planners and conference organizers
Whether you’re giving your board a summary of the results from a recent conference, pitching a new idea to business partners or trying to sell your boss on a new concept, it’s important to know how to give a professional business presentation. Here are some practical pointers for meeting planners, conference organizers or anyone who […]
