{"product_id":"the-non-obvious-guide-to-event-andrea-driessen-9781646871018","title":"The Non-Obvious Guide to Event Planning 2nd Edition: (For Kick-Ass Gatherings That Inspire People)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLet's face it. Most events are boring. But they don't have to be. This highly actionable, fast-reading guide is chock-full of unconventional, un-borifying tools, ideas and strategies to help you design more captivating and unmissable events for less money and in less time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether a veteran, newbie or \"accidental\" event planner, you'll learn fresh strategies to smartly select speakers, manage logistics, set a content road map, as well as plan and execute rave-worthy events of all types. Inspired by decades of delivering everything from large-scale corporate events to multiple TEDx gatherings, this fun, practical book will transform how you plan your next event--no matter how large or small.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Any event can become irresistibly engaging. This book will show you how.\"\u003cbr\u003e--SALLY HOGSHEAD, New York Times bestselling author and CEO of How to Fascinate(R)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"...Fun, creative and pragmatic insights on the why and how of strategic event design...\"\u003cbr\u003e--LORIE THOMAS, Certified Meeting Professional, Certified Meeting Manager, Executive at SHWorldwide Events in Seattle, WA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The tips and tools in this guide will make any event more impactful and engaging.\"\u003cbr\u003e--BRIGETTE GROSS, Corporate Events Manager\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sampling of what you'll learn in this guide...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy are some events memorable while others are forgotten immediately?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can you conquer distraction and truly engage participants?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat does it \u003cem\u003ereally\u003c\/em\u003e take to uncover the most inspiring speakers, negotiate their participation and create a memorable event?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat do TED Talks teach us about events?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can your events be more innovative?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can you handle logistics like a pro--and manage unrealistic timelines, implausible goals and results-hungry stakeholders?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat if attendees remember nothing? It's highly probable unless you do something different.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can you \"think outside the slide\"?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBONUS: This guide also gives readers quick and easy access to robust online resources, including a reusable Content Map, videos and planning templates that streamline and simplify event planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Andrea Driessen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1646871014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781646871018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideapress Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/28\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 215\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.20h x 7.40w x 0.50d","brand":"Andrea Driessen","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48623296741631,"sku":"9781646871018","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-non-obvious-guide-to-event-andrea-driessen-9781646871018","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}