Christian Events are big business and event planners who cater to this specific niche are today's trend setters and industry directors! These types of Conferences and Conventions are growing at an astounding rate with thousands in attendance. Lucrative careers in the Christian Meeting Planning and Event Management industry offers leadership positions and executive level rewards!
However, advancement in this market is not a random occurrence that happens by chance. This list of seven strategies combines years of experience and biblical principles blended with sound business techniques to create the perfect synergy for success!
1. Commit Your Plans -
The essential principles for successful meeting professionals include knowledge, skill and the desire to achieve. Meeting professionals that remain on top must understand the evolving needs of the Christian Event client to keep the collaborative efforts fresh and on target for a mutually beneficial relationship. Allow the LORD to help you create the "Wow" for your next event!
Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3, NLT.
2. Check Your List -
Organization and attention to detail are crucial to the planning and execution of flawless meeting experiences. The checklist can be achieved through project management software for complex multi-faceted events and should be updated consistently throughout the planning process.
Let all things be done decently and in order. 1 Corinthians 14:40, NKJV.
3. Count The Cost -
Fine-tuning negotiation skills for attendee management, event site selection, marketing consulting, supplier preferences, technology strategies, trade show management and venue contract analysis, are fundamental. Compiling these factors will help develop a budget with the best pricing advantages. This will also minimize costly contract penalty errors when negotiating event amenities.
But don't begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it? Luke 14:28, NLT.
4. Choose Your Team -
Think BIG and inspire others who work with you to embrace a philosophy of excellence by your example. Your team will consist of leaders who will have groups of people cooperating with them to achieve specific components of the overall event. Regular meetings and communication keeps these leaders in-sync with you and each other to pull it all together.
Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. Romans 12:10-11, NLT.
5. Consider Contingencies -
Recognize that the more you know about what it takes to be successful from a logistical perspective the better you can understands your executive role. Some include banquets, concerts, entertainment, exhibits, keynote speakers, luncheons on-site registration, prayer breakfasts, workshops and worship services. Therefore, it is important to expect the unexpected and plan for unlikely possibilities that might occur.
And now to him who can keep you on your feet, standing tall in his bright presence, fresh and celebrating--to our one God, our only Savior, through Jesus Christ, our Master, be glory, majesty, strength, and rule before all time, and now, and to the end of all time. Yes. Jude 1:24, MSG.***
6. Create Your Time Line -
Know the time requirements for all aspects of your event. Nothing is worse than waiting until the last minute to order services that can result in failure to deliver and cost overruns. The successful Christian Event Planner must be on time, in time and without time delays.
TO EVERYTHING there is a season, and a time for every matter or purpose under heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1, AMP.
7. Confidently Complete Every Task -
The implementation of your event must be completed in excellence. Refer to your checklist to make sure that every person, every place and everything necessary happens as planned. The confidence you exude as you check off every completed task will assure a stellar event!
So you see, we are shown to be right with God by what we do, not by faith alone. Just as the body is dead without breath, so also faith is dead without good works. James 2:24 & 26, NLT. Afterwards when you access the strengths and any mistakes made, use that knowledge as a stepping-stone for your next event. Remember, the resourceful and proactive professionals who take the responsibility for the success of their events are the ones who will garner the respect and the rewards in the Christian Events Marketplace.
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