Episode 5: Resources, tips, and actions event professionals can take to better themselves professionally during COVID-19 downtime

Episode 5: Resources, tips, and actions event professionals can take to better themselves professionally during COVID-19 downtime

Author: Tripleseat April 17, 2020 Duration: 32:26

On this week's episode, Kate and Rachel will discuss what event professionals can do right now to better themselves and their venues during the downtime caused by COVID-19. They will provide various educational resource recommendations from books to podcasts, webinars, Facebook Groups, websites and more, along with other tips and ideas for social media. Take advantage of the extra time you may have now by using these resources to better yourself for the future.

Links mentioned in this episode:

- Adapting Your Business to Change with Tripleseat webinar Wednesdays at 1:00 pm EST: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/4401640120617917709

- Webinar by eHotelier recording of Bringing Order to Chaos. How to Work Smarter, regain control and maintain revenue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6qqfhXIlRc&feature=youtu.be

- Social Hour by Tripleseat, Thursdays at 3:30 pm EST: https://www.tripleseat.com/events/

- Facebook Event Manager Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/269938954025951

- Coronavirus in the Food and Beverage Industry Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/winsight.health/?fref=nf

- Hospitality Relief Dashboard (updated daily) https://www.barmagic.com/relief

- VENUES by Tripleseat https://venues.tripleseat.com/venues


Ever feel like the world of events and hospitality moves a little too fast to keep up? That’s exactly where Two Chicks, Three Seats: The Event Manager's Guide to Industry Trends comes in. Hosted by Kate Kennedy and Rachel Calkins from Tripleseat, this conversation feels like grabbing a coffee with two colleagues who are deeply embedded in the field. They cut through the noise, offering a grounded look at what’s actually happening. You’ll hear them unpack the latest news, debate emerging food and beverage trends, and share practical marketing insights that go beyond theory. The discussions often feature conversations with event guests and professionals, bringing a variety of real-world perspectives to the table. It’s designed for anyone who plans, markets, or manages events, providing relatable commentary on the shifts that affect your work daily. This podcast serves as a reliable resource, turning industry chatter into actionable knowledge. By focusing on the tangible and the topical, Kate and Rachel create a space that’s both informative and genuinely engaging, making it easier to stay connected to the pulse of the hospitality community.
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