In this episode, Reagan shares her journey and advice for those interested in pursuing a career in event planning. She emphasizes the need for diversified experience and the reality of working in a small, boutique event planning company. Reagan discusses the value of grunt work and the importance of being willing to do any job in the industry. She provides tips for standing out in job applications, emphasizes the benefits of getting on event staffing lists, and encourages aspiring event planners to start at the caliber where they ultimately want to be. She also highlights the importance of mentoring and collaboration in the industry and shares her vision for empowering event planners and changing the industry's mindset.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:38 The Need for Diversified Experience
10:20 The Value of Grunt Work
14:09 Standing Out in Job Applications
20:14 Starting at the Caliber You Want to Be
23:26 Embracing Your Secret Sauce
26:25 The Importance of Mentoring and Collaboration
31:10 Empowering Event Planners and Changing the Industry
33:29 Future Plans and Inspiring Others
