Joanne's Meeting and Event EGuide
September 27, 2022
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"It’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” - Queen Elizabeth II
"Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11.” - President Obama in a 2011 radio address
Just in case you missed the last edition, here is a link to it for you
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What’s In This Issue?
- Things That Interest Me - and Maybe You
- New Student Interest Form
- Why Should You Join My CMP Community?
- CMP Community “Hangout and Discuss”
- Sit In The Attendee's Chair Podcasts
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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.
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Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You (Part 1)
Meet Clark, the 19-year-old bald eagle spotted traveling through airport security
Here’s something you don’t see every day!
The Most Unique Hotels in the USA
Check out these incredible hotels around the US! I have stayed at the Liberty Hotel in Boston, and it is truly amazing!
Our readers voted these as the 10 best pet-friendly hotels
Finding pet friendly hotels isn’t always easy. Check out some of these amazing options!
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New Student Interest Form for a Potential November CMP Class
(This form is for anyone who has not taken a multi-day CMP class with Joanne Dennison)
Please fill in the information below if you are interested in attending a potential CMP Class this November. Class dates have not yet been set, but all classes will be on weekends, and the Answers Afterwards sessions will happen in December.
Please note that there is no guarantee that this class will take place. Classes are held based on demand, so please do not wait to express interest if you would like to attend. The sooner we know people are interested in attending, the sooner class dates will be announced.
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Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You (Part 2)
Where Incentive Winners Want to Go (Versus Where They Actually Go)
Interesting results
Incentive Activity of Choice: No Activity?
Having a jam-packed schedule can be exhausting and even stressful at times. Knowing you have scheduled downtime to do whatever you need to do can be such a relief.
15 Great Incentive Gifts
A great variety of gift options for 2022!
Can we finally kill off cheap, disposable conference swag?
I would love to see more sustainable swag items at conferences.
10 Sustainable Business Travel Products for Your Next Trip
These are some great sustainable product options for frequent business travelers! Some might even be great swag items.
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Why Should You Join My CMP Community?
Joanne’s CMP Community Hangout Discussion
My next CMP Community “hangout and discuss” Zoom night is on Thursday, September 29 at 8 PM ET, and the topics of discussion will be Attrition and Minimum Guarantees. You can ask and answer questions, and share your horror stories of how you learned so others can benefit!
If you plan to attend, please sign up through the google form located in the community.
If you would like to attend but are not a member of the community, you can request to join through the link below! Reminder, only people who have taken a class to prepare for their CMP with me, either directly through my company or through another organization, are eligible to join.
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Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You (Part 3)
Salary Survey 2022: Calculating the Pandemic’s Effect on Event Organizers’ Compensation, Day-to-Day Work
Check out these interesting results!
Louisiana’s abortion restrictions prompt calls for conference venue change
As meeting professionals what's happening in the political world does affect us. Our focus should always be on two things, your organizations value statements and your attendees. Here is a perspective I had not thought of.
Hard Rock Spends $100M to Raise Pay for Non-Tipped US Staff
Hard Rock International is spending over $100 million to give notable raises to 10,000 non-tipped workers
The Ever-Changing Landscape of Meeting and Event Design
I think it is known that hybrid events are here to stay. This article provides some helpful advice on how planners can overcome challenges to make hybrid events just as effective.
Speaker Trends in the New Business Environment
Insight on hot topics, interesting formats, and rising cost concerns for speakers.
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"Sit In The Attendees Chair" Podcast!
The Podcasts can be found pretty much anywhere you listen to Podcasts and also on YouTube.
Hey! Are you listening? Please email joanne@joannedennison.com to share with us why others should listen! Have topics you want to hear? Email me that too.
Try using your Alexa by saying, "Alexa, play podcast, Sit In the Attendees Chair!"
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Listen to Joanne talk with Jaime Smith, CMP, Laura Payne, CMP, and special guest Linda Swindling, JD, CSP, as they discuss the importance of knowing what questions to ask, how we should ask them, and when we should ask them to get the desired end result.
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The Ordinary Success Project LLC has been accepted by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred provider of the below listed continuing education courses, which courses qualify for continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC's endorsement or assessment of education quality.
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