If you’re conducting a seminar or training session, there are a few things to keep in mind. Before we review what you should include in your own seminar room checklist, it’s important you nail down the perfect location. Yes, even for training sessions and seminars, the “location, location, location” rule still applies. The location of your training session or seminar can easily influence the success of your event – so choose it strategically! Why you need a training room checklist In general, a lot of people don’t inherently enjoy meetings, training sessions and seminars. But, there is a way to make them more enjoyable and engaging. Having your own checklist of what equipment and materials you need, can make the experience that much better. Seminar and training room checklist No seminar or training room setup is 100% foolproof. However, to ensure your training sessions run smoothly, there are a few […]

Whether you’re starting your own business or trying to expand your current small business – networking can be your life support. Networking not only helps propel your business, but it gives you the opportunity to connect with professionals you don’t normally interact with. Why is networking important? The trick to effective networking is to be genuine and approachable when speaking to other people. This will help you develop long-lasting relationships which can lead to future opportunities down the road. To do this successfully, you should be a good listener, be patient and understand the needs of others. Nowadays, social media can be a great way to network virtually – whether it be via LinkedIn, Gmail, Instagram and more. If you’re not sure where to start, your local library will often offer free programs, seminars and workshops – on topics including taxes, digital design, computer basics, franchising and much more. This […]

So you have a great idea for a seminar or training workshop, but have you discovered the best venue? Before you answer that question, you need to figure out what your desired outcome is, and what tools you need to reach that outcome. Simple questions to ask might include: What are the goals of the workshop Who do you want our workshop to reach How will you get attendees there How many people should you expect and does the venue have the capacity to accommodate them How long should the workshop be What is your budget for the workshop Once you have defined the goal and scope of your workshop or seminar, you need to establish where you want to hold it and why you want to hold it at that particular venue. The primary factors in choosing your venue could be location, cost, available dates, capacity and built-in amenities. […]

Our daily operations don’t always require a fancy office space. However, as our businesses grow our needs change. This means, on occasion we may require the added benefits of having a professional space to host meetings. Whether you work from home and want an in-person meeting, have a smaller office space, or are traveling for work, having access to a flexible meeting space will benefit your business in more ways than one. 1. Convenience Day to day business needs will vary depending on your schedule and workload. For example, if you recently signed a new client you may want to meet with them in a professional setting to discuss important matters. Or, you might want to host a conference and require a large enough space to accommodate everyone you want to invite. On the other hand, on some days you don’t require an office space at all. Whatever your situation [...]