In this episode, we chat with Valentina Ruffoni, a freelance event manager who is not only redefining herself but also what it means to create unforgettable experiences. Valentina shares her journey of launching "Beyond the Event," a new venture for her, and how her diverse experiences have all led her to this pivotal moment in her career.

Key Takeaways:

• Diverse Career Insights: Valentina’s experiences in the cruise industry and as a flight attendant taught her the value of adaptability, creativity, and making guests feel comfortable right from the start.
• Cultural Adaptation: Working in various environments helped Valentina understand how changing workplace cultures can define one's approach to event planning.
• Event Planning Tips:
  • Involve guests in the planning process to enhance their experience.
  • Use all five senses to create immersive, memorable events.
  • Position “event connectors” strategically to help people mingle and feel included.
• Overcoming Burnout: Valentina discusses her close encounters with burnout and offers strategies for event professionals to manage stress and maintain well-being.
• Support Networks: The importance of having a strong network to vent to and lean on during tough times.

Whether you’re an event professional or looking for inspiration to create standout experiences, this episode is full of actionable advice and insights.

Links and Resources
Valentina Ruffoni LinkedIn
Beyond the Event

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Hello there!

I had the opportunity to sit down with Hilary Blair, MFA from Articulate. We had the opportunity to discuss why and how event leaders struggle with communication. Almost every event professional that I converse with about their high levels of stress shed light on how communicating with clients and leaders only elevate their stress.

What I enjoyed about the episode with Hilary, is how she shared some simple frameworks like "sci-fi" to help us all understand how we can be more self-aware, curious, and intentional for impact. Such an easy thing to learn, but you can keep her framework as a tool in almost every situation.

I hope you get a little nugget of goodness that you can apply to your life in this episode! Enjoy.

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Xo,

Naomi

Links and Resources:

Connect with Articulate
Connect with Hillary Blair via LinkedIn
Book: Communication in the Workplace - by Hillary Blair and Robin A. Miller
Book: Powerful Phrases with Dealing with Workplace Conflict - by David Dye and Karen Hurt

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Win a free coffee weekly! Share today's episode and tag me @plannersonpurpose and I may select you as this week's lucky winner.

Snag Free Gifts, and Find out More at https://www.plannersonpurpose.com

Overwhelmed and Struggling with how to move forward? Get clarity by downloading my FREE Master Your Burnout Guide.

Want to work together, friend? Well, I'm here to help you start to get clarity, confidence, and zap out the chronic stress you experience in your event planning process.

1. Get Clarity and Confidence in Your Purpose by scheduling a Purpose Call.
2. Refresh Your Event Planning Process for Less Stress.
3. Advance your Career by Adding Ease To Getting Your CMP.

Courses aren't your thing? Perhaps my 1:1 coaching program will be what you need - Let's connect!

Understanding how to level up in your career can be confusing. Especially when there are so many certifications within the event industry to choose from. This episode will unpack some of the main robust event planning certifications out there to help you make the best choice for your career path.

After listening to this episode, you'll be able to understand which direction you want to go in getting certified, or perhaps realize that you are good right where you are. Whatever the case, let's make your decision process easier.

Links and Resources
CMP Study Group - Planners on Purpose
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP)
Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP)
Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM)
Certified Destination Management Executive (CDME)
Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE)
Certification in Meetings Management (CMM)
Certified Association Executive (CAE)

Thank you so much and stay on purpose!

Support the Show.

Win a free coffee weekly! Share today's episode and tag me @plannersonpurpose and I may select you as this week's lucky winner.

Snag Free Gifts, and Find out More at https://www.plannersonpurpose.com

Overwhelmed and Struggling with how to move forward? Get clarity by downloading my FREE Master Your Burnout Guide.

Want to work together, friend? Well, I'm here to help you start to get clarity, confidence, and zap out the chronic stress you experience in your event planning process.

1. Get Clarity and Confidence in Your Purpose by scheduling a Purpose Call.
2. Refresh Your Event Planning Process for Less Stress.
3. Advance your Career by Adding Ease To Getting Your CMP.

Courses aren't your thing? Perhaps my 1:1 coaching program will be what you need - Let's connect!