Master The Event Podcast

  Everyone gets them. It’s when you don’t that you have to worry that you’re becoming stale. But public speaking and networking jitters can be crippling to some. I should know, I still get that sinking feeling whenever I have to present to a large group of people. But don’t despair, there are techniques and […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Public Speaking and Networking Jitters appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

  This time around it’s all about outdoor events. In this entertaining podcast Randy and Andrew explore the outdoors and planning events.Thankfully the warm weather is upon us. And with the warm weather outdoor events become front and center. Have a listen as Randy and Andrew discussed their various experiences, positive and negative, working on […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Outdoor Events appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

Listen in as Randy and Andrew talk about their experiences working with event suppliers and meeting planners. Addressing the common misconception that third party suppliers often increase budgets, the two point out the importance of establishing a two-way relationship. And how, in many circumstances, event suppliers can actually save a meeting planner valuable time and […] The post Master the Event Podcast: Working with Event Suppliers appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

  One of our all-time favorites Fishbowl Friday is back. It’s round two of this celebrity filled edition. The name of the game says it all. Andrew and Randy reach into the fishbowl and answer anonymous and unknown questions. Said questions are submitted by our industry peers, friends and supporters. We don’t know what’s coming. […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Fishbowl Friday – Celebrity Edition (Part 2) appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

If it’s Friday it must be time for  Fishbowl Friday. Some say the fishbowl is the perfect conversation starter. And  a great way to explore and reflect on ideas. For us it’s our favorite fun filled time of the month. When we become one with the fishbowl.  Today Randy and Andrew answer your questions straight […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Fishbowl Friday Celebrity Edition (Part 1) appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

    Fishbowl Friday episode three is ready for your listening pleasure (we hope). Fishbowl Friday is a great way to create conversation and share information. Questions are asked. Some serious, some industry related and lots that are just plain old fun. And Andrew and Randy do their best to answer them in the most […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Fishbowl Friday – Episode 3 appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

PlanAnEvent.org is now MasterTheEvent.com. Same great people. New and improved information. And we couldn’t be more excited. As everyone knows change can be scary. What with all the time and effort that goes into creating your story and brand. Not to forget about the incredible industry support and love we have received. As we talk […] The post Introducing MasterTheEvent.com (podcast) appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

Fishbowl Friday is back. Time for round two of Master The Event’s Fishbowl Friday. Where Andrew and Randy take on the fishbowl. It’s a laugh filled round of questions and answers. And if you enjoyed the first round of Fishbowl Friday, you don’t want to miss this one. I know I personally learn a new […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Fishbowl Friday – Episode 2 appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

Fishbowl Friday has arrived. Get ready to laugh, learn a thing and maybe even cringe a bit. Or could it be those cringing are just us. In any case, it’s a chance to learn more about us and our deep dark secrets. Okay maybe we don’t go that deep but you get the picture. Have […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Fishbowl Friday Rules appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

For this week’s podcast Randy and Andrew are lucky to welcome Kristin Harrison, Chief Event Officer with Cornerstone Special Events. A little bit about Cornerstone; they plan events locally, nationally and internationally. They do it all from sourcing a single element to producing the entire event. They are known for delivering exciting, memorable and inspirational […] The post Master The Event Podcast – Client Interviews with Kristin Harrison (Cornerstone Special Events) appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

For this week’s podcast Randy, Andrew and Sean welcome Taylor Erdie, a second-year event planning student at Humber College in Toronto Canada. Taylor talks about her upcoming internship, with a wedding and event planning company, and explains how she got this internship. Taylor also talks about her expectations for her second year as an event […] The post Master The Event Podcast – Internships with Taylor Erdie, an Event Planning Student appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

On today’s podcast, Randy and Andrew (along with the show’s producer, Sean) welcome Ron Shapiro from Education by Entertainment. Ron has written many guest posts for MasterTheEvent.com on topics ranging from; how to obtain great jobs and internships, planning do-it-yourself events such as birthday celebrations, preparing for conventions, obtaining feedback and even how to protect […] The post Master The Event Podcast: Education by Entertainment Programs (with Special Guest Ron Shapiro) appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

Randy and Andrew talk about the recent IncentiveWorks 2015 show in Toronto. This is one of the largest incentive shows for the industry. The tradeshow showcases the various suppliers and trends in the incentive market. They both talk about meeting the various suppliers and talking to them to find out what’s new, and upcoming, in […] The post Master The Event Podcast – IncentiveWorks 2015 Show appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

Randy and Andrew talk about the many successful off site receptions and events that they have done over the years. However there have been a couple that have raised red flags. One off site event in particular was at a museum. Andrew begins by reviewing the site visit that he did with the client. The […] The post Master The Event – Off Site Receptions and Caterers appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

In this, Master The Event’s fist, podcast Randy Markus and Andrew Maxwell (of MasterTheEvent.com) talk about transportation issues and tips for the meeting and events industry. To start off they relay a transportation horror story that they experienced with one of their groups. And it relates to booking the right transportation, which is not always […] The post Master The Event Podcast – Event Transportation appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

It doesn’t matter how you say it…Happy Birthday, Ifeliz compleanos, Joyeux Anniversaire, Buon compleanno or 生日快乐. Everyone loves a birthday party! And now it’s your job to plan it. So the question is, beyond pin the tail on the donkey or spin the bottle, how do you plan a birthday party and  make your party […] The post Birthday Party Planning – An Affair to Remember appeared first on mastertheevent.com.