The Compact Calendar 2009

We love being organized and we love even more those tools that help us in being better Masters of Ceremony.

Getting things done is not a title of a book for us, neither a desired state: it’s a given.

David Seah released the Compact Calendar 2009. A nice template for you to print out and use for the rest of the year. It will make your workflow easier.

It comes in different versions according to your local holidays.

Download Compact Calendar via davidseah.com

MeetUp and event management careers

This post is for all those who ask me how to get involved with events.

MeetUp is the answer. If you have a passion for events and a passion for something else, whatever that is you might want to start a MeetUp.

First of all, let me clarify that I am a fan of MeetUp. I’ve talked in the past about traditional event management as a thing of the past. I am a true supporter of user generated events, I think they help in skimming the market from unskilled, possibly-to-posh-to-be-true, unmotivated, unaware-of-the-content event managers.

I am also a fan of this kind of events because, by making the role of conference/event producers redundant, they cut costs dramatically for end users, being most of the times for free.

Are you gonna tell me we really need to pay 1500£,€,$ to attend a conference?

A lot of people answer that in the end companies do pay for ticket.

Well you know what? I have no company behind me, I am a student, I am a full time mum, I am a young professional in a small agency, I live in a recession period, my company cannot afford to pay!

Sometimes ROI in conferences is embarassingly high and this logic of huge profits at our cost is simply unacceptable. Therefore Viva MeetUps! and death to the conference oligarchy!

There are immediate benefits for those with an entrepreneurial spirit and lack of employer.

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The top 5 tips for a cool fashion show

Photo by: Peter Duhon

This is a collective effort of the Linkedin community to help you in running an unforgettable fashion show. We have a 1650+ Event Planning & Management Group there which I invite you to join. The community has so far answered on what makes an event outstanding, the top 5 qualities of the successful event manager , running your own event business and the best way to promote your event.

If you missed this chance, try answering the next question.

Here is the original question:

To all the fashion show producers, planners, managers and coordinators. Share with us your secret weapons and tell us stories from your experience. We are ready to listen.

The best answer (the first you’ll see below) was selected, as always, according to my own preference. You can use comments to vote yours.

There are great insights and practical approaches, scroll to the end of the post because you might find the answer you were looking for.

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Organize your (Christmas) Party with Facebook Apps

Following the success of “Organize your (Christmas) party with Google services” and the direct suggestion of our readers, here’s how you can throw your next (Xmas) party with Facebook.

1. Get a Facebook account here

2. Invite your friends to join

It is likely that they (and you) already have an account but just in case let them know you’re on.
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Corporate Holiday Parties: Last Minute Tips to Ensure Success

Robert Mackasek, CEO of Valera Global, a provider of executive transportation, offers last minute tips to ensure successful corporate holiday events. As 2007 draws to a close, corporate event planners across the nation are eagerly anticipating their holiday parties. The venues have been secured, invitations have been sent and food and entertainment are on the agenda. Corporate events, whether an intimate gathering or a massive company-wide celebration, offer guests an opportunity to unwind and celebrate. At the same time, corporations are hoping to make a lasting positive impression on employees, partners and customers. Valera Global offers some advice to ensure that the corporate celebrations are successful, entertaining and safe for all participants through professional executive transportation.

- How can organized transportation help a corporate event?

Robert Mackasek: Offering transportation to and from an event ensures that guests will arrive on time and avoid travel blunders that can sour an event. Transportation services can also be part of the party theme or branding – guests can be greeted with holiday music, decorations and even a gift presented in the chauffeured car to help get revelers in the mood for the festivities to come.

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