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What is it really like to be an event planner? From the glitz and glamour to the harsh reality and pressure of an event planning career we reveal what the lifestyle of an event planner truly entails. Be a proud event professional, passionate about this rewarding career path.

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In the People Archives, we explore:

The thrill of event planning and management - from working on exciting projects to celebrating success.
The pressure and challenges that come with deadlines, budgets, and last-minute changes.
Personal stories and interviews with eventprofs who share their journeys.
Tips on managing work-life balance in a fast-paced industry.

Being an event professional means dedication, creativity, and the satisfaction of making impactful moments happen. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your career, the event planning lifestyle is as rewarding as it is challenging.

People

Using Facebook is Not Helping Your Eventprof Health

Do you love or hate Facebook? It probably comes as no surprise that it’s not exactly the healthiest environment but it’s one that we have to make work as event planners. Here are some traps to avoid to ensure it doesn’t begin robbing you of your happiness.

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

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How Very Successful Event Planners Think Differently

Step into the mind of a successful event planner and see how they do things differently, and what you need to change about yourself to do the same.

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

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How Eventprofs Should Spend The First 30 Minutes Of Their Working Day For Maximum Success

Eventprofs, are you jumping straight out of bed and heading to work each morning? You could be missing out on key productivity time in the first 30 minutes of your day. Here’s why and how best to use them!

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

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What You Don't Know About Stress Can Kill You

Every event planner feels pressure at some point but it needn’t erode into stress. If you want to make a career in event management, you need to recognize pressure and head it off before it erodes into stress, which takes a toll on your body and mind. Here are a few ways to do that.

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

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Are You an Emotionally Intelligent Event Professional?

Emotional Intelligence is getting a lot of exposure these days. Many believe it’s even more important than raw intelligence. But how emotionally intelligent are you? Ask yourself these questions to get a better idea.

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

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7 Ways to Take the Stress Out of Your Event

Executing a great event is a tough job. From the biggest decisions to the smallest elements, the best event planners sweat every detail to give delegates the best experience possible. But all that pressure can take its toll.

Halifax Convention Centre + Skift Meetings | 9 years ago

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15 Habits of Dislikeable Event Professionals

Event planning is a people focused and team based role. Avoid these habits if you want to have a successful career as an event professional and command the respect of those you work with.

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

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Why So Many Event Planners Prefer The Freelance Lifestyle

Why do so many event planners favor the freelance lifestyle and is it the right choice for you?

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

People

Confessions of an Event Caterer

As the founder of an event catering company, here is my confession.

Skift Meetings Studio Team | 9 years ago

People

50 Life Lessons Event Planners Have Learned Well

Old timers are full of good advice but event planners have a lot of their own too. Check out these life lessons that event planners have learned way too well.

Christina Green | 9 years ago