Joanne's Meeting and Event EGuide
November 25, 2022
"This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful: in a word, more alive.”
— Alice Waters


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What’s In This Issue?

  • Things That Interest Me - and Maybe You
  • CMP Info Session
  • Tea with Joanne video
  • CMP Prep To Go (v2)
  • Sit In The Attendees Chair Podcast
Congratulations New CMPs!

I have crossed paths during their preparation through a mixture of my 16-hour virtual classes, my two-day in-person classes, the MPI Global Master Class, my videos, and some random conversations. I am very proud and happy for you, and it means a lot to have been part of your journey.
Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You (Part 1)

Smallest Countries in the World
For some reason, these tiny countries have fascinated me since I was very little. Having grown up in the US, the idea that countries could be smaller than our smallest states just amazed me. And these are real countries –not ones made up for Hallmark Movies (which I have been watching too many of!)

More Cool Things in Hotels Around the World
A wake up call for Northern Lights? Yes, Please!
Tea with Joanne

As we gather with family for the holidays, here’s something you might want to keep in mind.

Will it Make You Feel Better if You Tell that Story?
Are you thinking about starting your CMP journey?

Watch my CMP Info Session: How to Become a CMP from A to Z, to learn all about the CMP process!

(approx. 50 minutes)
Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You (Part 2)

Meetings and Events

The Qatar World Cup is already going viral for all the wrong reasons
It is never a good sign when your event is being compared to the Fyre Festival

Active Shooter Plan
As I write this in the past few days there have been mass shootings in Colorado Springs and two in Virginia. I recently said in my class that prior to Covid this was our biggest safety focus. It looks like it still is. This article shows what steps New Jersey recently took.
I went to probably 5 sessions on this topic in the two years before the pandemic. Lots of good information, but one of the best steps given, was if one is happening, turn off the reader boards immediately. It lists what rooms people are in and gives maps to get there. I thought that was a simple, but very effective action.

Why Sustainability is Smart Business for your Meetings
I remember this used to be the biggest pushback on being more “green” as it was called.
“It cost more!”. Is that true anymore? And does that really matter?
CMP Prep To Go V2

Are you looking for a new addition to your CMP prep toolkit? The CMP Prep To Go (v2) is ready to help you on your journey! 

It has more than 50 videos and documents to assist you along your CMP journey and bonus videos to further your career.

From very detailed guidance of the CMP process to study and test tips, CMP Prep To Go is full of study pieces - some are exclusive! 

Please note that the CMP Prep To Go (v2) is a project by Joanne Dennison and not an official EIC study material.

Get yours today! - Click Here
You might be able to use "end of year" Professional Development Money to purchase---check with your employer.

To learn more, watch the CMP Prep To Go Overview video below.

Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You (Part 3)

Travel

Passports---is yours up to date?
Lose track of where you stand with your Passport? Easy to do when you are not using it for a few years. Make sure you know when you need to renew, how and how long!
US Passports USA Today

TSA PreCheck Vs Global Entry (US)
About 10 years ago I attended a session at an industry conference, that was presented by a TSA official---before you grown and eye roll thinking this would be horribly boring—it wasn’t . He was a great presenter and had tons of information. One thing he talked about was the TSA Pre Check which was really getting popular, and the Global Entry. Based on the information he shared, we went right for Global Entry and have been grateful even though I have only used it 6-7 times—so worth it. Here is one article that explains the difference. My advice? If you are going to travel internationally from the US it is worth the extra money to get Global Entry.
During that session he shared the TSA Twitter account (they also now have Instagram) which I started following. It is both funny (really!), but also if you think these people don’t do anything, it will change your mind. @TSA

Tipping Around the World
Always good to be in the know!

You Could be Charged for Wasting Food
Is that such a bad idea? I have been told for years by caterers, that when people argue that a buffet should be so much less expensive than a served meal, that it is the food waste that drives up the price. Oh and especially with kids, although I know a lot of adults who take way more than they eat.
Pictures from the November 2022 Virtual CMP Class

That’s a wrap on my November CMP Class! Thank you to everyone who joined us for four great days of learning!

My next virtual CMP class will be held in the spring of 2023. If you are interested in attending, please keep an eye on our social media and newsletter for more information.

Sit In The Attendees Chair Podcast

Are you traveling this holiday season? Listen to the Sit In The Attendees Chair Podcast on your journey!

You can find it on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Podbean.

New episodes coming out in the new year!
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