What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
<p>Smart Meetings’ What One Thing podcast is your shortcut to the top of the events world. We interview savvy meeting planners, speakers and industry experts about the decisions that made all the difference in their lives and careers so you can take the fast track to your dreams. </p>
All Episodes
Building Bridges Through Meaningful Dialogue with Jess Pettitt
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2087892/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>How can leaders lean into having meaningful conversations? <br/><br/>In the latest discussion of <em>What One Thing?</em>, Smart Meetings' JT Long, vice president and content director, chats with Jess Pettitt, a keynote speaker, author and expert on navigating challenging conversations to improve workflow. Pettitt offers some helpful tips to give planners some starting steps in moving their team toward success.<br/><br/>www.smartmeetings.com<br/><br/>Hosted by: JT Long<br/>Produced and Edited by: Eming Piansay</p>
Finding Common Ground and Shared Values with David Allison
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2087892/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p><em>In this discussion of What One Thing?, JT Long, vice president and content director of Smart Meetings, chatted with David Allison, a human values expert and founder of the Value Graphics Research Company, to explore how planners can leverage insights into human behavior to understand their attendees better and create engaging events.</em></p>
The Wellness Revolution: The Future of Wellness in Event with Sean Hoess and Kelly Cavers
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2087892/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>Are you integrating cryotherapy and IV drips in your events? On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meetings' JT Long, vice president and content director, sat down with Sean Hoess, the co-founder of Eudemonia and Wanderlust Festival and Kelly Cavers, chief sales officer for The Palm Beaches, to explore what makes wellness events not only impactful but essential for meeting professionals looking to elevate their own conferences.</p>
From Networking to Lasting Bonds: Practical Tips for Forging Authentic Connections with Kate Patay and Thuy Diep
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2087892/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>On this episode of What One Thing?, JT Long vice president and content director of Smart Meetings sits down with Kate Patay, vice president of global engagement for Terramar, and Thuy Diep senior meeting planner of CWT Meetings & Events to discuss the art of building meaningful connections.<br/><br/>Listen in as they explore the differences between transactional and relational encounters. <br/><br/>Patay and Diep share personal stories that highlight the power of empathy, storytelling, and making personal connections. <br/><br/>This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to cultivate more authentic and fulfilling relationships, both personally and professionally.<br/><br/>Hosted by: JT Long<br/>Produced by: Sara Robertson<br/>Edited by: Eming Piansay</p>