3 Tips For Post-Pandemic Business Events
One of the first international corporate events was held at Crystal Palace in Hyde Park in 1851, and in the 170 years that have followed, businesses have used events and expos to engage with their audiences and develop their marketing strategies. Despite advances in technology, the format of these events has been largely unchanged, until […]
Veganism in the Events Industry
Although vegetarianism and veganism has been around for some time, the terms are still relatively new to the events industry. Before, it was uncommon to have a ‘V’ or ‘VE’ requirement, let alone multiple. Now they are not only dietary requirements but also becoming ‘trends’ with the increased production of plant-based meat and substitutes. Slowly […]
Coping In A World Of Isolation.
Although the introduction of the government road-map has alleviated a lot of the stress of the unknown and given the nation a common goal to work towards, it doesn’t make the prospect of isolating a less harrowing one. The road-map focuses on the 4 steps towards a new ‘normal’. (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-spring-2021/covid-19-response-spring-2021-summary) However, in all of these […]
The government Road-Map and how it applies to the Events Industry!
The government road-map is a four-step programme, first introduced on 22nd February 2021 with the first set of changes coming into play from the 8th March 2021. Unfortunately, this information is to apply to entire nation and how everyone can operate, meaning there tends to be many confusions surrounding what applies to an individual in […]
The rise of online broadcasting.
In the age of COVID-19, companies are being forced to shift the way they deliver information to their employees. No longer, can a meeting of 30+ take place and sometimes, an email just will not suffice. Therefore, introducing ‘Online Broadcasts and Live Streaming’. This is enabling managers and team leaders to reach their employees and […]
Keeping your team together, at home!
Currently, government guidelines allows workplace meetings or training sessions, providing we are following the correct cautionary measures. This includes wearing face coverings, frequent hand washing and sanitising, meeting only when necessary and social distancing. It is likely these guidelines will change, as they need to adapt daily depending on the COVID-19 alert status. (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-meeting-with-others-safely-social-distancing/coronavirus-covid-19-meeting-with-others-safely-social-distancing) However, […]
‘zoom fatigue’ and the importance of Face-To-Face interaction.
During our staff meeting, I presented my team with an article, to spark some healthy debate. The article, cleverly written by Libby Sander (TED ideas), highlights the worries of zoom and how ‘Zoom Fatigue’ is very much prevalent in our current climate. Read the full article here: ‘https://ideas.ted.com/zoom-fatigue-is-real-heres-why-video-calls-are-so-draining/ ‘ Whereas I thought this would encourage […]
Reasons why meetings fail
Most of the time, as employees leave the room, you’ll catch them saying things like “That was a waste of time.” or ” I could have finished my project today but I had to come to this.” The list goes on. Meetings are often perceived as a waste of time and they tend to not […]
Ways to keep your meeting simple & productive
The last thing you want to do in a meeting is over complicate. It will only drain your energy and delegates will lose focus faster. Try standing up the entire time. The urgency to get their point across will increase and a natural instinct to hurry up and get to the point, will kick in. […]
Let your meetings be the talk of the day
The main quality any exceptional leader should have is the ability to encourage and motivate their staff, to improve productivity and overall morale of the office. Most employees will go into the meeting with the mindset that it’s only diarised to waste an hour or two of their day. The best course of action is […]