Communication! Anthony Robbins said, “To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others.” Welcome to the Morrow Center Blog! Here we will provide useful tips for producing events and also highlight news and happenings at the Morrow Center. Good communication when producing an event is vital. Often we have a tendency to, “tell,” more so than, “ask.” Asking open-ended questions makes sure everyone is on the same page. When selecting a venue, come armed with a list of written down questions. So often folks will just try to remember what they need to know instead of outlining it in an organized way. Here are some great questions to ask when doing a site visit. “What does the rental price include?” “Who will be available from your staff to assist the day of the event?” “What audio visual capabilities do we have?” “Who are your preferred caterers?” “Is there ample parking available?” “Do you provide WIFI capabilities.” “Who is responsible for the linens on the tables?” These are just some sample questions that can help you narrow down your to do list and help you progress forward effectively.
At the end of each meeting with team members or vendors, summarize what each person is responsible for and confirm with dates so that you can have a time line of who does what and when. Asking good questions will sharpen your communication skills, organize your event planning, and put you on the fast track to success.
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