Latest & Greatest July 2010

-Tip From Garrett Blackwood, (Blue Label Bartending)

“To keep your events running smoothly, communicate, communicate, communicate! Assign multiple tasks to one person but do not assign one task to multiple people. Keeping everyone on the same page and consistently communicating with your team will ensure there is no confusion, no chaos and no stress!"

-Tip from Ned Shadid, (Ned’s Catering)

First things first. The budget. While you’re in the planning stage, the most important step, be sure to predict your total cost or the bottom line will get away from you quickly. Have you estimated things like sales tax and the bartender set up fee, or transportation costs? These things can sneak up on you and blur the solid per person cost you initially set. Don’t be surprised, be informed and prepared. Use planning software and checklists so you don’t leave anything out of the equation.

Second always check references, especially if you are planning an event for the first time. If you obtain references for the vendor services you plan to use, you’ll talk to people who are planning the same kind of event you are creating and you’ll know quickly who to choose. When selecting a caterer, always ask for a taste test!

-Tip from Jess Barnes, (Shake Rattle & Roll/Black Tie)

Do you have a group of people at the office who can’t seem to let down their hair and work together? Are you dreading finding the right entertainment for that family or class reunion? Nothing brings people together like music and Karaoke is a great way to break the ice. Karaoke can bring out the best in fun loving friends and help loosen people up who need to get better acquainted. Try it at your next party and watch even the most reserved guest grab the mic and move to the music.