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.
How do you become an event planner? Well, there are many paths to this amazing career. Take it from the event pros themselves. Becoming an event planner isn’t always a straight path. Some planners discover their love for the event industry in high school. Others find their calling later in life and make the career …
Event Planner Origin Stories: How To Become An Event Planner Read More »
Do you need an event planning degree to be a fantastic planner? Well, the answer is mostly no, with a little bit of yes. I’ve asked over fifty event planners how they found their way into their career as event professionals. And yes, a few of them did pursue their dreams by getting a college …
It takes a little thoughtfulness to make your event child-friendly, but the payoff is worth it. The end result is a more inclusive event, and more smiles. Let me be clear. This is not about how to plan an event for children. This is about how taking care of a few details can make your …
Whether you’re planning an entire trade show or just helping one exhibitor, it’s essential to know these common – but unique – trade show terms. Trade shows are a massive pillar of the event planning industry. These large conventions are gatherings for hundreds to thousands of people generating serious recurring business for event planners. However, …
Planning an event for seniors requires some thoughtfulness to elevate the event from nice to exceptional. So let’s look at what to consider when planning for an older crowd. My parents are in their 70’s. They have a very active social life – before the pandemic I think they went out more than I did. …
The wedding tasting is about more than food. It’s an opportunity to wow your clients, nail down the timeline, and ask some crucial questions. Weddings have classically gotten a bad wrap when it comes to food. Guests often show up with low expectations, having made the unexciting choice between rubbery chicken or overcooked steak. It’s …
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It’s hard to stay up to date with all the new tech terms – especially since new ones are created so often! Here are the 10 event planning software terms you need to know in 2020. Technology and software are ever-evolving. Staying up to date with the latest jargon, terms, and acronyms is hard work …
Events can get pretty crazy, and planners must be prepared. That’s where the event survival kit comes in. To be ready for anything, planners keep a few handy items on their person at all times – like these! Event planners are notorious for their ability to adapt. Their readiness for unexpected situations can make – …
38 Things Every Planner Needs In Their Event Survival Kit Read More »
Worried that something might ruin your event? Well, here’s how you can plan for the many ways your event might go wrong. Planning, planning, planning. That is what we do. But we all know that sometimes stuff goes wrong. And you can’t plan for that, right? Well, maybe you can. I’m not saying that you …
Every planner has his or her own set of essential day-of event documents that they can’t live without. It’s critical that we’re able to recall information and details at the drop of a hat. Having easily accessible copies makes our jobs a lot easier. Over time, we grow accustomed to being able to depend on …
Day-of Event Documents: How I Prepare My Information for Event Day Read More »
