{"id":14337,"date":"2018-05-15T07:06:18","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T12:06:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/?p=14337"},"modified":"2018-05-15T07:06:18","modified_gmt":"2018-05-15T12:06:18","slug":"how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses","title":{"rendered":"How to Maximize Your Meetings with Event Management Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Behind every major decision are hours banked by company executives in meeting rooms. In fact, you probably attend your fair share of meetings on a weekly basis. But are they as efficient as they could be? You\u2019ve probably noticed that the weekly round-up meetings have been taking too long lately. Or perhaps you\u2019ve seen one too many conference calls go around in circles for hours.<\/p>\n<p>Meetings aren\u2019t supposed to be this exhausting and ineffective! What you need is someone who can astutely lead the meetings. Usually, this is the project lead or even the CEO depending on the scale of the meeting. They\u2019re supposed to keep the conversations on topic\u2014but it\u2019s easier said than done.<\/p>\n<p>You may think taking event management courses is excessive for your purposes. Sorry to say this, but you\u2019re wrong! It\u2019ll take some hard work and study, but it\u2019ll be worth it in the end. Find out how to get the most out of your meetings with event management courses!<\/p>\n<p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/leading-a-work-meeting-with-event-management-courses.jpg\" alt=\"leading a work meeting with event management courses\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/leading-a-work-meeting-with-event-management-courses.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/leading-a-work-meeting-with-event-management-courses-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Leadership\" >Leadership:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Organization\" >Organization:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Problem-solving\" >Problem-solving:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Conflict_resolution\" >Conflict resolution:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Creativity\" >Creativity:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Attention_to_Detail\" >Attention to Detail:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Social_Committees\" >Social Committees:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/how-to-maximize-your-meetings-with-event-management-courses\/#Take_it_outside_of_meetings\" >Take it outside of meetings:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leadership\"><\/span>Leadership:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To lead a conversation is more than just rattling off the agenda topics. The key word is right there: lead. Some people are born leaders, others aren\u2019t. But guess what? It\u2019s 100% something you can learn! Once you build confidence in your own skills and your own abilities as a leader, it\u2019ll naturally radiate from you. Leading with respect and motivating a team isn\u2019t always intuitive when you\u2019re swamped with a dozen other tasks. Which leads us to the next point\u2026<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organization\"><\/span>Organization:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being organized is a key part of event management. You\u2019ll learn how to prioritize certain tasks over others while keeping your eye on the prize. When you\u2019re working with a team to reach a goal, each person is a different cog in the machine. Some people can only do their jobs once others have already completed theirs. Balancing those tasks with ones that can be done simultaneously takes practice and organization. If you can keep everyone on top of their duties, you\u2019ll always be moving forward, smoothly and efficiently!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem-solving\"><\/span>Problem-solving:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/team-conflict-resolution-and-problem-solving.jpg\" alt=\"team conflict resolution and problem solving\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/team-conflict-resolution-and-problem-solving.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/team-conflict-resolution-and-problem-solving-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>No matter how much you prepare, problems will arise at one point or another. But problem-solving becomes more difficult the more factors are involved. Sometimes it\u2019s a matter of taking an educated risk. But a good event manager\u2014and meeting manager by extension\u2014considers input from all relevant team members. Each person has their own perspective to share and a different angle from which they approach the final goal!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conflict_resolution\"><\/span>Conflict resolution:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every executive sitting in the boardroom has their own team and interests to represent. A good leader will fight for their team, after all. So it\u2019s no surprise that hosting a group of strong leaders can lead to some disagreements.<\/p>\n<p>How can you keep the conversation going instead of coming to a stalemate? Resolving concerns and disagreements during the decision-making process is critical! In your course, you\u2019ll learn how to represent multiple clients (stakeholders) interests while ensuring everyone walks away satisfied. If you\u2019re uncomfortable doing this now, a course should be on your horizon!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creativity\"><\/span>Creativity:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/event-management-courses-boost-meetings.jpg\" alt=\"creative meeting spaces university setting\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/event-management-courses-boost-meetings.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/event-management-courses-boost-meetings-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One of the best ways to problem solve? By flexing your creative muscles! Say you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2017\/12\/5-tips-planning-successful-professional-conference\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">planning a large conference<\/a> but all the large convention centers are booked up. Why not set your sights on learning spaces at the local university? These spaces are specifically designed with learning, communicating, and collaborating in mind! And if you\u2019re in a bind to find smaller meeting spaces? How about the public library? During your professional training, you\u2019ll learn to intertwine creative thinking with tried-and-true procedures. This way, you\u2019ll always have your wheels turning!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attention_to_Detail\"><\/span>Attention to Detail:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes the best ideas aren\u2019t ones that bubble to the top as soon as they\u2019re said. It doesn\u2019t mean you shouldn\u2019t keep tabs on them! Being detail-oriented improves the work environment. In event management, the details are what separates you from the herd of other professionals in the field. It\u2019s also what makes clients happy. When you listen and take note of finer details, your meetings will be productive, and your clients will be happier. Combine those details with some creativity and you have a recipe for success!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Committees\"><\/span>Social Committees:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Besides formal meeting, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/03\/perks-of-event-courses-for-social-committees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social committees<\/a> hold meetings, too. These committees grow company culture and satisfaction. These teams are some of the most creative and productive. After all, you wouldn\u2019t want a group outing to be lame! Event management courses will teach committee heads how to plan and execute fun events. <\/p>\n<p>But more than that, improving the working environment engages employees. The overall productivity of the company will skyrocket if everyone is more comfortable and happier coming to work. When you trust others on your team, you\u2019re more likely to come forward with your ideas. You never know which ideas are game changers until you voice them!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/social-committee-meets-at-work.jpg\" alt=\"social committee meets at work\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/social-committee-meets-at-work.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/social-committee-meets-at-work-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_it_outside_of_meetings\"><\/span>Take it outside of meetings:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You may have noticed that a lot of these points are soft-skills. Ultimately, when you\u2019re in a meeting, you\u2019re working with others. Interpersonal communication skills are the key to success. After all, how else can you contribute to group projects? Simply speaking is different than being effective when communicating. If everyone is speaking and nobody is engaged or listening, then your meetings are a waste of time. Event management is inherently interpersonal! That back and forth with vendors to achieve a client\u2019s goals? You\u2019ll need to learn how to combine verbal and non-verbal cues to streamline a conversation\u2014and elicit others to contribute, too!<\/p>\n<p>How else can you maximize your meetings? Let us know!<\/p>\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>When you\u2019re planning corporate meetings, just which venues are best suited for your needs?<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2017\/11\/types-venues-best-corporate-meetings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Check out this post to find out<\/a>!<\/i><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You probably attend your fair share of meetings on a weekly basis, but are they as efficient as they could be? 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