5 books every planner should read

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Into the heart of meetings

"This book provides a wonderful introduction to meeting design. It emphasizes logistics and delves into core questions about meeting design, such as uncovering desired outcomes, working with meeting owners, and what to do to create truly innovative meetings that deliver results. In addition, the wealth of real-life examples included make this a fascinating and thought-provoking read".

Who moved my cheese?

This book is "broadly applicable, and short and easy to read. It provides a great parable for learning how to take curve balls in stride and not dwelling or complaining about what's happened to you. The proactive, 'let's move forward' approach is one that every planner should adopt, as things rarely go as planned in live events, and it's important to be able to roll with the punches. It helps you go into an event with the mindset that unexpected changes will happen, so when they do you're not thrown off guard".

Marketing your event planning

"This book has many specific examples of how to get the kind of business you want and avoid doing things that will make you stand out negatively."