Monthly Archives: April 2016

3 ways to handle information overload

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There’s so much unwanted noise buzzing around in day-to-day life – too many darn distractions!

With constant stream of data at our fingertips and the ability to ask anything and get answers instantly,  it’s easy to find yourself swamped and sidetracked.

We’re one push notification away from a mental breakdown.

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So how do you calm the noise and keep yourself from getting overwhelmed? Well, here are a few suggestions…

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music for creating risk management plans #productivityplaylist

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A good event planner designs epic events that tantalize all five senses.

However, a GREAT event planner does that and also puts together a detailed risk management plan to minimize the what-ifs…

What if there’s a huge storm that wasn’t forecast?

What if loads of unexpected family turn up?

What if there’s an accident like an injury or fire?

Our clients hire us to come up with contingency plans for all known (and unknown!) risks that could occur at their events.  This type of detailed planning requires a particular type of concentration…and MUSIC!

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So, we’ve created the perfect playlist to help with one of the most crucial parts of event planning, guaranteed to make sure you can save the day, just like a true superhero!

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What’s stopping you? 6 tips for beating fear and anxiety

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According to Forbes, Event Planners have one of the most stressful jobs in the US. People might think we’re always on top of things, but we’re only human.

What happens when anxiety and fear get to us?

Especially during busy season. Have you ever felt like you’re being held back by your own negative thoughts?

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Here are 6 top tips for beating the fear and making things happen.

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The simple checklist trick to boost motivation + productivity

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Ok, so as a card-carrying #girlboss, we all know you’ve got things under control 99% of the time.  But, like you, we all have those occasional days where we’re struggling with low motivation and procrastination.

I had one of those days recently where I found myself staring at my computer screen getting nowhere. So how did I make a start and blast through my to-do list?

I used my checklist momentum trick.

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