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When determining how to present yourself and your brand, one of the very first things to decide is what title to put on your business card. This seemingly simple description can represent how you see yourself—and affect how your potential clients and partners see you.
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A new study says that women in events rock, but there is room for improvement. The survey, by UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, asked a series of questions about perceptions of skills based on gender and found some pretty overwhelming trends.
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This month, we launch a monthly career column to offer insight into trends and tips meeting professionals can apply to their careers. First up, freelancing.
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This year, Smart Meetings provided webinars by an amazing group of speakers with heaps of helpful advice. Here are some of the top picks for 2018.
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We compiled a list of some of our best career advice from this year to give planners the head start they need for the new year.
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Are you struggling to connect with co-workers, clients or attendees at your events? A new book by Brene Brown lays out the secret to getting what we want.
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Social media is important for business, but how do you spruce up your LinkedIn profile? Here are four tips for creating a profile worth connecting with.
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Before you can perform meeting magic, you first have to find your next gig. That requires a killer resume. When you have a lot to brag about, it can be easy to overlook important skills that you bring to an organization and emphasize irrelevant information. Let’s take your CV one section at a time to make sure your event cred is obvious even at a glance.
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Universities offer a wealth of knowledge in the form keynotes, research and roundtable discussions. But did you know many also offer prime meeting spaces?
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The meetings industry is not so simple anymore. Today’s intense focus on key performance indicators, event-tech stacks and designing brilliant experiences has made the need for advanced education—from a university, association or DIY commitment—almost a requisite for getting hired…and for thriving. Smart Meetings talked to industry experts about why certification has become so essential, the commitment required and specific areas where event professionals are focusing to achieve their A-game.
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