This page is a curated collection of Event Planning 101 articles, interviews, and advice.
At ThymeBase, we build event planning software and talk to event pros every day. We’ve learned a lot in these discussions with hundreds of event planners, and we collect the best ideas here under this tag.
You’re here because you’re interested in growth – the growth of your event planning business and your skillset. And hopefully also some personal growth. You want to be a good event planner.
Jenna Phillips, Director of Private Events at 16 on Center, says, “A good planner is someone who can be creative when working with hurdles. In every situation, you need to be able to make things work with what you’ve got. At every event, there are last-minute changes or something that you thought might work aesthetically, just doesn’t. You need to be able to pivot at a moments’ notice.”
“Being an event planner is about having the confidence to roll up your sleeves and take care of things.”
So, where does this confidence come from? And the creativity?
Mostly, it’s within you. You’re likely an event planner because you’re good at getting stuff done. Because you love bringing people together to craft memorable events. But confidence also comes from being prepared. And that’s where this blog (and this tag in particular) come in.
Here, in the Event Planning 101 section, you’ll learn how to manage client expectations and how to find a mentor. You’ll find advice on hiring event staff, choosing color schemes, what goes into great day-of-event timelines. And you’ll learn what goes into the ultimate event survival kit.
And if you’re really just starting out, we’ve even collected lists of standard terms every planner should know. There are just tons of articles here that will help you build confidence as a new planner.
You could just browse the articles, and I’d definitely recommend that sometime, but you can also use the blog’s search bar to look for specific keywords. Or you can reach out to us here at ThymeBase and ask. The team is always happy to talk about events and help you find relevant articles. And if we don’t have anything suitable, we’ll reach out to our community of pros to find some great tips.
No one likes jargon. We’re instructed to avoid jargon in most professional settings. And yet, it’s not that simple. Because the right words convey the correct meaning, and that matters when you’re crafting memorable events. Perhaps it’s easier to talk about terms of art instead of jargon. If you’re a new event professional entering the …
Ebook: 58 Event Industry Terms Every Planner Should Know Read More »
Understanding local transport is vital for a successful event. People need to get there, so let’s look at the multiple options available. Living in Chicago in my 20’s, I could get to most events with a $2 train ticket and a few blocks of walking. Sometimes I could get there by bus. Occasionally I cycled. …
Here are 10 corporate event terms that you need to know if you plan to win over corporate clients. Corporate events are the bread and butter of the event industry. These high-paying clients promise professionalism and repeat business, not to mention a good payday. But they speak their own lingo. 1. Board Members We’ll begin …
It’s essential to learn the standard culinary and catering terms you’re bound to see in the event planning world. The event planning industry is riddled with confusing jargon, but the realm of F&B is another world. French terms rule the culinary arts, and caterers might as well have their own dictionary. Here are 10 culinary …
Audio issues occur at every live event, whether a conference, wedding, and even small social gatherings. And as an event planner, the buck stops with you. Here are some tips from a professional musician and DJ on how to quickly and effectively solve the most common live event audio problems. If there are a microphone …
20 Common Live Event Audio Issues And How To Solve Them Fast Read More »
Want to avoid giving your clients a mediocre planning experience? Well, this is what NOT to do. More specifically, this is why it is so important to be on top of details. As a client, I notice these errors and they cause me frustration. I haven’t been on my trip yet, but I am a …
Avoid Giving Clients A Mediocre Planning Experience Read More »
I love family travel. I mean, I love to travel. I know everyone says they love to travel, but I really do. I don’t live in the same country as my parents or siblings so our family makes a point of getting together at least once, usually twice per year (and if we are really …
Destination Events & Multi-generational Family Travel Read More »
The wedding industry has a language all of its own. Here are ten wedding terms to become familiar with before the big day. “Here comes the bride” are magical words to any wedding attendee, but they can be a nightmare for event planners. I’m not saying every bride is a bridezilla, but we can all agree on …
Travel problems, like delays, slow customs, and missed connections, are a fact of life. When planning an event that includes air travel, here are some things to watch out for. Why Do Things Go So Wrong with Layovers? I think it all boils down to too much optimism and too little time. But that’s probably …
With infinite acronyms floating around the event industry, here are the event planning acronyms you need to know. Step up your game by memorizing these 18! It’s 2020, and to be honest, there are more acronyms than any one person can keep up with. Evolving technology and the trend of shortening words whenever possible (LOL!) has transformed …
