Thanking...

Thank Your People!
I recently read an article about how to thank your speakers or entertainers in today's cost-conscious climate, and I have to say, most of the suggestions were things you should be doing for your speakers anyway!

Here were a few suggestions

• Give them a set of DVDs documenting the event
• Giving speakers time to network
• Give them a green room and access to their fave snack and drinks (non-alcholic of course)

I think that all of these should be included in the "Speakers Package" and I believe some speakers call for it (Except maybe the snacks and drinks might seem a little diva-ish).

Here was their (in my opinion) innovative suggestion

• Instead of lavish gift bags (you know the ones with cameras and name brand sunglasses) use those dollars to donate to a great local cause in their name!
• Send a certificate and letter of appreciation to the speaker.

At a time when the economy is slow and people are struggling think about the non profits that are truly missing out! We pay our speakers good money and lets face it, they usually re gift most of the stuff in the gift bags anyway right??

Budget Alert!!!

Dont skrimp on the lighting! Lighting can hide unsightly areas and accentuate beautiful areas! Lighting can change the entire feel of your room!

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Wine tasting fundraisers - Affordable, refreshing and not at all snootie!

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Got a kids party? Play Karaoke chairs! Instead of playing music use a karaoke machine and use kids to provide the music. If you dont have a Karaoke machine pop in a CD and let the kids sing along with a toy "mike". (Don't forget the video camera!)

Quote of the Day:

Small Actions = BIG Results!!

Thanks for reading!