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Getting More Value from Conference Keynote Speakers

Velvet Chainsaw

Not long ago, becoming a professional speaker was a third step in a thought leaders career path. Many built their expertise in an industry or function, shifted to consulting and then wrote a book to launch their speaking career. Keynote speakers should be chosen wisely. Invest in Professional Speakers. What to Look For.

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Getting the best value from your keynote speaker

Event Industry News

Director of Performing Artistes, Lauralee Whyte, shares her experience of getting the most from a keynote speaker. Here are 4 key things to remember when working with your Speaker Consultant, so to ensure you get the most value from your speaker, and crucially, for your audience to experience the most engaging content possible.

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How to stay on time at online meetings

Conferences that Work

gently enforce time limits for speakers. Since it’s rare to precisely follow such plans, regularly recalculate the time allotments as the meeting proceeds, and update/consult with participants on any changes you think you’ll need to make. To avoid this: use one of these procedures to determine who speaks next.

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[Webinar] Negotiating International Meeting Contracts: Are You Prepared?

MeetingsNet

There are unfamiliar challenges when negotiating and contracting with foreign hotels, convention centers, and other vendors; different cultures to understand; and potential risks to be explored. Attend this webinar to: Recognize the three fundamental principles to follow when negotiating international meeting contracts. Foster, Esq.,

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Unlocking The Secret Weapon of a Corporate Planner

Smart Meetings

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? Whether you’re putting on a huge, visual presentation, or require supreme sound for your speakers and music, your AV needs to be smooth. “If What should you include in the RFP?

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The Top 20 Event Planning Books to Read Right Now

GEVME

If a young professional would like to consult with a woman who has organised large-scale events in more than 30 countries around the world, this book covers everything you need to know about effective event marketing and expanding your customer base. Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In , by Roger Fisher, William L.

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Creating Leaders The Ritz-Carlton Way

Smart Meetings

This alignment consists of “non-negotiable amplifications that are universally exercised through knowledge, ownership and energization.” Consulting services at client companies and keynote speakers are also on offer. Prioritize Company Culture : The Ritz-Carlton credits its success to “global alignment to our cultural pillars.”