Read of the Month: Performing Under Pressure
We have ALL been there and being able to perform under pressure is key for any event planner. While this book may not have been written by event planners, it could have (should have?) been. Clients can cause a lot of stress and during an event, a worried client is...
Realistic Organization Tips
Start Off Easy - Stop Trying to Completely Change How You Live Sometimes it's hard to be organized, especially if you do not have any OCD tendencies. In the events world, everyone assumes your home and work space looks exactly like a Crate & Barrel display. But...
Caterer of the Month: Cappuccino Catering with CCI Presents
Our Caterer of the Month is CCI Presents. What makes them interesting is the vast array of beverages they offer in addition to the unique and beautiful presentations of their offerings. When I first saw this company at a Choose Chicago event, I was blown away by the...
Work in Hospitality in Chicago? Find out Who Has Discounts with Industry Night Insider
Listed by days, find out what locations provides discounts to hospitality industry members in the city! New places get added every week. Go to www.industrynightinsider.com
Venue of the Month: Virgin Hotel
Chicago Planner Magazine's Venue of the Month is the Virgin Hotel Chicago, located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With incredible Chicago views, the first of the Virgin Hotel chain also boasts its rooftop, Cerise, which is sure to be the place to go this summer....
Read of the Month: Performing Under Pressure
We have ALL been there and being able to perform under pressure is key for any event planner. While this book may not have been written by event planners, it could have (should have?) been. Clients can cause a lot of stress and during an event, a worried client is...
Realistic Organization Tips
Start Off Easy - Stop Trying to Completely Change How You Live Sometimes it's hard to be organized, especially if you do not have any OCD tendencies. In the events world, everyone assumes your home and work space looks exactly like a Crate & Barrel display. But...
Caterer of the Month: Cappuccino Catering with CCI Presents
Our Caterer of the Month is CCI Presents. What makes them interesting is the vast array of beverages they offer in addition to the unique and beautiful presentations of their offerings. When I first saw this company at a Choose Chicago event, I was blown away by the...
Work in Hospitality in Chicago? Find out Who Has Discounts with Industry Night Insider
Listed by days, find out what locations provides discounts to hospitality industry members in the city! New places get added every week. Go to www.industrynightinsider.com
Venue of the Month: Virgin Hotel
Chicago Planner Magazine's Venue of the Month is the Virgin Hotel Chicago, located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With incredible Chicago views, the first of the Virgin Hotel chain also boasts its rooftop, Cerise, which is sure to be the place to go this summer....
Halloween Parties in Chicago 2012
It's the week of Halloween. Have you made plans yet? In case you haven't I've listed some links below with great ideas of places to go for the holiday.Hurry up and get your tickets while you still have...
5 Lessons from "The Pitch"
Laura McCoullouch-Carter has a great article on her blog about the 5 Lessons Every Planner Can Learn from "The Pitch". Check out this must-read. It's a quick and nice reminder of the importance of really covering all the details and thinking everything through. L
8 Hotel Secrets to Lower Your Event Costs
I found this article on LinkedIn. I work in restaurants, a fellow member of the hospitality industry so I would say this sounds about right. It's also very informative for those of you who have never worked in the hotel...
5 Steps for Being More Assertive at Your Job
I think that being assertive about what I want and how I feel about things at work has always been really hard for me. I think of myself as a "people pleaser." It's hard to say no and our work motto is "go above and beyond." So at what point do you...
Quick & Easy Ways to Decorate for Fall
It's October and while Chicago has been giving us unseasonably warm weather, it's also time when jackets are to be worn and pumpkins should be painted. The fall harvest, leaves changing, and pumpkin spice everything is part of what I love about this season....
50 Ways to Save Money from MeetingsNet.com
Here is a great list on 50 ways to save money when planning events. If you've ever had to work within a budget, check it out!http://meetingsnet.com/costsaving_budget/save-money-planning-meetings-0621/
Throw an Art-Themed Party or Event
There's something very New York chic in the idea of a Gallery event. Wine and light fare mixed with high ceilings and artwork. Well, we can't let New York have all the fun. So today I'm encouraging you to do something less Chicago-style deep-dish and more artsy ala...
"Watch Out For Roaming Charges"
While reading this great article someone shared on LinkedIn, I was so alarmed when I read the astronomically high numbers that I knew I had to share it. Whether you are an event planner or not, travel for business or pleasure, pay attention to your cell phone bills!...
Using Free Operational Tools is Okay Too.
Money is important, but so is time. There are many ways to operate businesses, interact with clients, vendors, etc. and to achieve the things you need every day. Programs can cost lots of money in addition to the people it takes to maintain it. If you're part of a...
Gallus Events
All bloggers know it's important to check out other people's blogs. So today, I encourage you to check out this UK group's blog on getting a great audience to your event. ...