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How to Score Those Sweet Paid Speaking Gigs Like a Boss

Are you tired of talking to your cat about your passion for public speaking? Do you dream of standing in front of a crowd, captivating them with your words, and getting paid big bucks for it? Well, my friend, you're in luck. In this article, I'm going to show you how...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Rethinking Site Inspections, Burnout and Meaning with Laura Gassner Otting, and Better Decision‑Making Under Pressure

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article: How the Spokane Convention Center Turned a Reception Into a Site Inspection A progressive opening reception gave a group of association management industry professionals the chance to mix with local artists...

Greater Fort Lauderdale: Meetings Move Better by Water

Just outside the Broward County Convention Center, attendees can connect, collaborate, and recharge along the waterfront. As summer reaches its peak, meeting planners are increasingly seeking destinations that inspire creativity, encourage collaboration, and deliver...

This Cosmopolitan European Capital Has the Recipe for Meeting Success

Since the medieval times, Bern has provided an important junction in Europe, a past still evident in the many bridges that connect the city. The stone arch bridge, Untertorbrücke, is the oldest crossing the Aare river, dating back to the 15th century. Photo courtesy...
3 Things That Keep Event Planners Awake at Night

3 Things That Keep Event Planners Awake at Night

Event planners worry about meeting growing attendee expectations while dealing with rising costs, reduced staffs, and smaller budgets. There’s a lot to unpack in Convene’s 31st Meetings Market Survey, which will be published in November, but here’s one main takeaway:...

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene. AI Assistants Are Blabbing Our Embarrassing Work Secrets Corporate assistants have long been the...

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