Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 29, 2016

Here’s what some organizers are asking for and getting: Pre-Event Content Marketing – Customized promotional video or interview, webinar, article contribution for newsletter, blog, podcast or magazine, social channel engagement. Develop a list of prioritized concessions (value adds), just like you would for hotel negotiations.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 23, 2020

Well, this week, we decided to record a discussion around the most-read articles of the past year. And kind of bringing the outside in more than we do the just talk to ourselves all day long thing” Dustin doesn’t particularly like the fact that the article doesn’t address the loss of lives, among other things.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

A meeting may have a predetermined schedule, or the schedule may be negotiated and constructed on the fly, as typically occurs at peer conferences (aka unconferences). As the above article explains, the resulting program, where everyone stays on time, offers many advantages to everyone involved. The sixth agreement…. …is

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 17, 2025

Tyra Warner, assistant professor and department chair of Hospitality and Tourism Management at College of Coastal Georgia, has seen hotel negotiations from every angle. Since Covid, hotels have been negotiating hard, and that will probably continue, she begins, then moves straight to what contract negotiators can do to manage that reality.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

It’s easier to buy in volume with everything under one roof because then you can negotiate. Here’s another article to dive deeper into this concept and to help you choose the best foundational event management platform for your needs. Planners are often solving for price. Procurement.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Editor’s note : The lawyer quoted in this article is not providing legal advice. We’ll delve into a condensed review to address what and what not to include in your venue contract, as well as negotiation tactics and what can potentially trigger a force majeure. If you are seeking legal advice, consult with a professional.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Every negotiation has its sticking points, with some more serious than others. In this article from Forbes magazine , veteran business coach and keynote speaker Chris Westfall lays out the six steps you can use to get past the most problematic moments while negotiating a business deal.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Despite the event contract process being rushed, since the height of Covid, Grimes says things have relaxed a bitand its better to stay relaxed and negotiate a good contract than to be in a hurry and sign a bad one. Why should they negotiate? This article appears in the January/February 2025 issue. They have no incentive.

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Guidebook

JANUARY 17, 2025

In this article, were going to walk you through the best practices for creating an event registration page that boosts registration rates. Optimize for Mobile Devices With many users accessing managing all aspects of their life via smartphones, mobile optimization is non-negotiable. We’ve got you covered.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 9, 2024

Tapping into women’s strengths for negotiation success We begin to learn the art of negotiation in childhood. As we grow, we begin to negotiate with our teachers, our coaches and our friends. And by the time we graduate from college, we realize everything in life is about negotiation. It is the power of HERsuasion.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Options include: Continue for an additional agreed-upon time (which you may need to negotiate). Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post How to stay on time at online meetings appeared first on Conferences That Work. Respect their responses and proceed appropriately. Do you have further suggestions? No related posts.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Start with these 7 ideas to negotiate a bigger events budget: 1.) Pro tip: Don’t try to gauge the outcome before trying to negotiate a bigger events budget because it might weaken your case. You’re all on the same team, but like any negotiation, whoever has the most knowledge usually has the most leverage. Click To Tweet.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 7, 2018

Research shows that women are often very good at negotiating on behalf of others, but are not as successful when negotiating for themselves. You can change that by preparing yourself to negotiate. Here are five simple steps that can empower you as a negotiator and increase your chances of getting what you deserve.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2022

Editor’s note : This guest article is excerpted from the book, Event Success: Maximizing the Business Impact of In-Person, Virtual, and Hybrid Experiences by Alon Alroy, Eran Ben-Shushan and Boaz Katz, which will be published by Wiley March 29. Read More : Harness the Power of Negotiation for Post-Covid Success. Evolutionary Changes.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 17, 2023

Libraries also negotiate payments that are far more than the retail cost of an ebook for the right to lend it to multiple patrons. The company could: Stop including copyrighted work in their database; or Ask creators for permission to include their content; or Negotiate an agreement to use copyrighted work.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 30, 2024

They have the power to negotiate multiple concessions. For example: If you’re negotiating a contract in 2024 for a 2027 meeting, lock in menu pricing based on current prices. For example: If you’re negotiating a contract in 2024 for a 2027 meeting, lock in menu pricing based on current prices. This see significant savings.

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GEVME

MAY 14, 2018

Even with great negotiation skills, no communication barriers, and many years of experience, running an event in a new place is tough. Colleagues who’ve been to a place before and online articles are not the best sources of information. Timely preparation is your only way to get through it successfully. Ensure it doesn’t end there.

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GEVME

MAY 21, 2018

In this article, you’ll find six fundamental lessons we’ve learned. Think about the ways to minimize expenses through sponsorships ; price negotiations; and partnerships with suppliers, vendors, or venue hosts. You won’t believe how incredibly flexible an event budget can be. What is a corporate event budget?

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EventMB

JUNE 2, 2017

If you’re a new event planner, or you’re new to negotiating your travel and time for work further afield, there are a few things you should decide in […]. Are you looking to win more out-of-town event contracts? There’s no doubt you’re ready to handle the coordination long distance but have you set your rates appropriately?

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Conferences that Work

MAY 23, 2022

Creating designs, turning them into implementations, trying hard to not miss any important details, making sure everyone involved knows what they need to know and do, negotiating compromises, contingency planning, etc. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Nervous excitement is back! It’s stressful.

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 15, 2022

Hint: A new meeting pattern could help groups having a difficult time at the negotiating table. This article in Hotel News Now shows that the leisure market was the primary focus of the hotel executives on those panels.

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Expo Pass

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Also, what can they do to make negotiating with vendors a breeze? Rehearse your negotiations. You want to go into negotiations with a clear idea of what you want and what you are willing to offer for the vendor’s services. Researching each business and prepping your negotiations will make it easier to vet the vendors.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

In this article, we break down what event planning is. Planners work with vendors, suppliers, and venues to coordinate meal service, event staffing, negotiate pricing, and so much more. Event planners are coordinators, organizers, moderators, and professional negotiators. Negotiation.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

At the same time, however, don’t be afraid to negotiate so that what you get out of it is fair for you. RELATED ARTICLES. Does it want to set up its own booth or workshop at your event? Know what the sponsor wants and do your best to fulfill the request. There you have it, a guide to getting sponsors on your side.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2024

During his main-stage presentation titled “Mastering Site Inspections for Audiovisual and Production,” Frankel noted that “almost everything is negotiable before you sign the contract. Find out what those minimums are before signing and prepare to negotiate them, or they might be too onerous for your outside vendor to meet. •

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Hubilo Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Negotiation. Negotiation is a valuable life skill. Whether it’s a discussion on budgets or timelines, with your clients or vendors, negotiation skills help you better at your job. Knowing how to negotiate well can help you gain confidence, get a fair deal, and improve your strategic planning. Assertiveness. Persuasion.

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Attendease

JUNE 5, 2023

This is non-negotiable and should be considered a given to have access to. #6: Here are a few keys to training success: Live, online training on the new event management tool. 5: Clearly identified support and issue management process and channels Issues will inevitably surface.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And what are some negotiation strategies that can help you get an incredible deal? Here are some signs that you just might be going down this slippery slope – and for the complete list and extra tips, make sure you check out the full article! Make sure you head onto the full article to read the complete list!

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MeetingsNet

JULY 10, 2023

For planners concerned about how strikes in Los Angeles or elsewhere could affect them, here’s some advice on negotiating stronger force majeure clauses. While no progress was reported in the negotiations between the hotels and union, front-desk agents, bellhops, cooks, servers, and other hotel employees reported back to work on July 5.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Jan Freitag, national director of hospitality for hotel-industry analyst CoStar, said in this article from SmartBrief that although further growth is expected in hotels’ revenue per available room in 2024 and 2025, hotels are worried about increased expenses. Labor costs are a significant driver of overall expenses.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

For a better understanding of individual communication styles and how to navigate them, check out this article.). Come up with negotiating strategies for each vendor based on the strength of their business at the moment, and assign staffers certain roles in the negotiation process based on their individual strengths.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

You may have also recently seen our article about the recent acquisition of Encore Event Technologies by PSAV. And I think that’s a great conversation to have and we kind of in the article, which we’ll post in the show notes. You can negotiate these contracts. Brandt Krueger: All of that was negotiable.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 10, 2022

Amid the labor shortage plaguing hotels, it's critical for planners and suppliers to communicate early and honestly, conduct fair negotiations, and—in case circumstances go awry—put everything in writing, according to meeting buyers, hoteliers, and the attorneys who represent each of them. Creating Win-Win Situations.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

It’s easier to buy in volume with everything under one roof because then you can negotiate. Here’s another article to dive deeper into this concept and to help you choose the best foundational event management platform for your needs. Planners are often solving for price. Procurement.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 5, 2024

To Do: Instead of a general, sweeping clause, negotiate what steps will be taken to keep information secure, such as locking the door, hiring security guards, keeping attendants out of the meeting, providing shredders for documentation and education of attendees about how they treat the information shared.

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Gallus Events

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Here are loads of venue negotiation tips! Here’s a great article about the Fyre Festival and the need for the right type of event insurance. It’s rare that you lose a provisional hold but of course if you need that venue then you have to sign, however make sure you sign for as low a cost as you can. Insure your events.

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Eventinterface

MAY 4, 2017

In this article, I’m going to cover one type of entertainment, and that is celebrity entertainment. Agents are also responsible for the business end of any jobs their clients get; specifically, negotiating the contract. Know the Negotiation Process. Finally, agents also get a percentage of every deal their clients make.

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