What Is Decision Fatigue, And How Might It Impact You?

Last week we touched on the basics of decision fatigue, this week we go a little more in depth into this issue and what it could mean for you. As an event management professional, you’re no stranger to being decisive. You likely make thousands of career-related decisions a day, and thousands with each event. And amidst all that decision-making, there’s also a good chance that, on at least one occasion, you found yourself grinding to a halt, unwilling to even make a choice as small as what you’re having for breakfast. “We make decisions all day long, without really considering […]

Event Agency Hiring: How to Assemble Your Dream Team

Elevate your event agency with strategic hiring. Learn specialized steps for top talent acquisition in event planning.

In the dynamic world of event planning, the success of your agency heavily relies on the quality of your team. Whether you specialize in corporate events, weddings, or unique experiences, having the right talent is paramount.

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Shattered Walls: Why Modern Event Management Needs Document Control

There’s already been a lot of talk about the security risks associated with mobility. How even though mobile devices make things infinitely more convenient, they also represent a significant threat to one’s organization if they’re not properly managed. This is true of any industry – including event management. However, it may not be true for all the reasons you’d expect. See, everybody already knows that mobile malware is dangerous. They’re aware that lost and stolen devices can release torrents of sensitive data into the wild, and that employees who fall pretty to a phishing scam can compromise an entire organization. […]

Decision Fatigue in Event Planning: How to Stay Sharp

Why Decision Fatigue Hurts Event Planning Decision fatigue in event planning is real—and it can sabotage your event’s success. When making too many choices, your mental energy drains, leading to slower responses, poor judgment, and increased stress. Psychologist Dr. Roy Baumeister coined the term “decision fatigue” after studies showed that constant decision-making reduces willpower, leading to less effective choices over time. As an event planner juggling venues, vendors, and budgets, avoiding decision fatigue is crucial. Here’s how to take control, streamline your decision-making, and keep your event on track. 1. Simplify Your Process with Routines Creating routines eliminates unnecessary decisions, […]

Five Steps to Find a Better Job in 2016

Have you set a New Year’s resolution of finding a better job in 2016? Have you come to the conclusion that now is the time to chase after your dream position? If so, you know one thing to be true: there is a big difference between saying and doing. If you want to take action without delay, if you truly want to close in on a new job in the near future, you should take these five steps: 1. Know what you are Searching for If you don’t know what type of job you want, you will never find what […]