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Sideways Rain7. From Stress to Strategy – Finding Balance in Event Planning with Naomi TuckerIn this episode of Sideways Rain, we sit down with Naomi Tucker, strategic events consultant, high-performance coach, and founder of Planners on Purpose. Naomi shares her expertise on managing stress, avoiding burnout, and finding joy in the demanding world of event planning.We discuss the struggles of balancing perfectionism with efficiency, why self-care is critical for high performance, and how event professionals can set boundaries while still delivering top-tier service. Naomi also shares insights on leading with curiosity, managing client expectations, and why leadership mindset makes all the difference....2025-03-1034 min
Planners on Purpose PodcastLeading Difficult Conversations in the Event Industry with Hilary BlairHello there!I had the opportunity to sit down with Hilary Blair, MFA from Articulate. We had the opportunity to discuss why and how event leaders struggle with communication. Almost every event professional that I converse with about their high levels of stress shed light on how communicating with clients and leaders only elevate their stress.What I enjoyed about the episode with Hilary, is how she shared some simple frameworks like "sci-fi" to help us all understand how we can be more self-aware, curious, and intentional for impact. Such an easy thing to learn...2024-07-1747 min
Production Value Matters: The Business Event PodcastBurnout: Recognizing Early Warning Signs and Practical Prevention Tips with Naomi Tucker of Planners on PurposeIn this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Naomi Tucker, founder of Planners on Purpose. Join them as they explore: How to define burnoutEarly warning signsEffective support systemsGood stress vs bad stressImproving productivity and efficiencyMaintaining work-life balanceTrends and shifts in the event industryAnd much more!Naomi Tucker is a business strategist and coach that founded Planners on Purpose, an organization that helps event professionals in areas of burnout, productivity, career, and leadership through 1:1 support, digital courses, and group facilitation. She is a part-time instructor for Meeting and Event Management at the Madison Ar...2024-06-0433 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastEvent Planners, Give Yourself Permission to Do Something DifferentThis episode invites you to do something different in your life, especially if you can sense an imbalance happening that is affecting you.Event planners have no problem understanding burnout and its implications, however, many times when it comes down to making the decisions that are needed to make necessary changes we doubt ourselves. Doing something different gives you the permission to make those key changes. And it doesn't have to be big changes in your life. You can make very small changes that make a big impact on you. Naomi discusses how yo...2024-04-1905 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastEvent Planner Burnout Is Not InevitableBurnout is not inevitable? However, many event industry professionals think that it is. With so much pressure in the industry, combined with unreasonable expectations, lack of boundaries, and high volumes, burnout is a very common result. Burnout shouldn't be inevitable in the industry, because it is preventable. If burnout is preventable, then finding ways to proactively address burnout in our lives and in our organizations is a solution worth pursuing. However, it's not just about learning how to prevent burnout and overwhelm, it's about taking the direction and doing the actions necessary to prevent burnout. M...2024-04-1712 minPlanners on Purpose Podcast5 Reasons Why Getting Your CMP Is Important to Your CareerIf you're an event professional that's looking to level up your career, then getting your Certified Meeting Professional Designation, may be the boost that you need.In this episode, Naomi shares 5 reasons why getting your CMP is important to your career. If you're struggling with deciding what your next step should be in your career, then the reasons given in this podcast may help you make this decision.One of the main reasons that getting your CMP is so beneficial is that it gives you additional knowledge about the event industry that you can find...2024-04-1608 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastTakeaways from CMP Advance 2024In this episode, let's dive into the highlights from CMP Advance 2024, the go-to conference for Certified Meeting Professionals (CMPs).Conference Rundown: CMP Advance, hosted by the Event Industry Council in Toronto, offers a packed agenda spanning two to three days, tailored to align with CMP domains. It's a prime opportunity for CMPs to level up their skills and connect with peers.Key Insights:AI Integration: Sean Kanungo's keynote urges CMPs to embrace AI's role in the industry and prepare future professionals for its impact.Global Certification Impact:2024-03-2220 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastElevate Your Well-Being Inside the Banish Burnout ChallengeThis is an invitation to attend the Banish Burnout Challenge. This challenge will be held at the end of the month and it will focus on tips and tools for you to prevent burnout.Burnout is costly. Costing over 190 billion in healthcare costs, with the event profession is one of the top industries that suffer from burnout. Paying attention to prevention strategies that you can leverage to reduce burnout's impacts is crucial.In this episode, Naomi gives you more information about the Banish Burnout Challenge, what it will cover, and how you can join.2024-02-2109 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastUsing Positivity to Empower Your Event Teams for Maximum ImpactHow do you leverage positivity in your event teams? Studies have shown that being more positive, more open, with more gratitude, can really help encourage your event team, and perhaps even inspire them to dig deeper to make things happen for you and your events. In this episode, Naomi unpacks some of the research of Barbara Fredrickson, professor and author of the book Positivity. We look at the positivity ratio, coined by Barbara Fredrickson, we see that typically many people have a ratio of 2:1. However, the standard ratio is 3:1, which means that for every one negative feeling or...2024-01-1817 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastEvent Planner Emergency Preparedness with Melva LaJoyIn this episode, we welcome a special guest Melva LaJoy as she discusses emergency preparedness for event planners. Before you jump in, here is a little bit about Melva: As an award-winning event producer, Melva LaJoy Legrand is the CEO and founder of DC-based event planning firm, LaJoy Plans. She is also a nationally recognized public speaker, creative director, writer, and community leader dedicated to missions rooted in race and gender equality, as well as higher education.In this episode, Melva and Naomi discuss many areas starting with unpacking your purpose and passion as an...2024-01-1251 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastHow To Study for Your CMPIf you're looking to get your certified meeting professional designation, then you'll need to know how to study for the CMP.The Certified Meeting Designation is a prominent designation for event professionals. In order to obtain this designation, you have to be eligible and successfully submit your application, and then succesfully pass the CMP exam.Passing the exam doesn't come lightly. There are several recommended texts and many tips to study well for the exam. This episode will unpack how you should study for the CMP Exam. Naomi uncovers the 3 recommended texts that you should...2024-01-0918 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastIs the New Year Giving You Resolution Burnout?Happy New Year and welcome to Season 6 of the Planners on Purpose Podcast!Can you believe there is such a thing as resolution burnout? Well, there is, and before you overwhelm yourself with the lofty goals that you have for this year, it is best that you consider the tips that we unpack in this episode to help you avoid resolution burnout.As an event planner, coming up with the goals that we want to establish for ourselves in the new year can be challenging. Especially when we know we are already looking forward to...2024-01-0413 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastLeveraging Your Strengths as an Event PlannerAs you wrap up your end-of-year, it's important to reflect on how you will show up in the new year. Sure, on one hand, we might not care about setting goals for ourselves, but on the other hand by setting goals and setting intentions, you can really transform your life.Every event planner that walks on this planet has a uniqueness to them. Understanding what your particular uniqueness is, what attracts clients to you, and how you best work with them, can be helpful in how you show up bigger and better for them.This...2023-12-2316 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastHow to Prepare for Being Out of the OfficeNothing can be more disappointing than having things pop up with clients, and customers while you're out of the office. That's why it's important to prepare adequately before you leave.This episode will help you to prepare for being out of the office. From ensuring that your vacation time is on the calendar in the first place, to making sure that any backup that you may have has everything that they need to support you, Naomi unpacks what preparedness actually looks like so that you have no questions. One of the hardest things is letting...2023-12-2118 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastDeclutter Your Digital Life Ahead of the New YearAs the year comes to an end, there's an opportunity for us to do some digital decluttering in order to help us feel more free, more clear, and purposeful about welcoming in a new new season.Digital decluttering is a healthy practice for anyone in a fast-paced, environment to evaluate what is currently working for them, and what is not in terms of the digital footprint that they are making. Evaluating the platforms, you use, the notifications you receive, and even how much time you're spending on social media can all impact, your levels of stress, and...2023-12-2020 minPlanners on Purpose Podcast5 Tips for Becoming a Lifelong LearnerBecoming a lifelong learner is all about leveraging your growth mindset versus fix mindset. In this episode, we talk about the differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset, and also unpack five tips that helped Naomi to be an effective, lifelong learner and shared those tips with you.The tips that we talk about on this particular episode are:Have a growth mindsetHave a mentor, be a mentorRead 3 books a yearBe actively involved in an industry organizationObtain a meeting industry designation or certification, complete a course or be a speaker.After listening to...2023-12-1711 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastWhy How You Work MattersWhen we come to the end of the week, event planners can typically wonder how much work they have completed that week. However, the question should be how well did they work this week?The answer to this question will lead us to some profound solutions that can allow us to get even more work done because we are focusing on what matters. We are focusing on our systems, our processes, and how well we manage the tasks that are being requested of us.In this episode, Naomi unpacks four key questions that will allow...2023-12-1611 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastManaging Introvert Burnout as an Event Planner: Tips to Keep You GoingDid you know that burnout can affect introverts more than it can affect extroverts? There is a such thing as introvert burnout. And if you are an introvert, it is important that you are aware of how you best thrive in working with others, and how your energy can be managed to support your overall success.This episode puts introvert burnout on the table and showcases the symptoms to look out for if you are an introvert. Although many of those symptoms are similar to burnout, it's important to recognize that those symptoms have a source of...2023-12-0519 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastShredding Comparison, Shaping SuccessWhen comparison strikes, it can be tough for us to move forward. Comparison fosters stress, anxiety, and depression and if you're not careful, it can take over our lives.This episode unpacks comparison, and talks about some of the consequences of comparing ourselves to each other. Naomi motivates you to take your own path, follow your own dreams, and guide your life in the only way that you can. She reminds you, that you have a unique path, and we all should be grateful for our gifts, and talents and how we show up in the world 2023-12-0306 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastHow to Change Your Bad Habits When Planning EventsWhen we're planning events and doing this great work of event planning, we can fall into creating bad habits for ourselves especially when we are in busy environments. This episode will help you to develop good habits through some simple tips. By fostering good habits in your life, you can show up better for yourself, for your business, and for your clients.In this episode, Naomi shares how conducting distraction audits can help you to understand what is preventing you from doing what you ultimately want to do. Understanding your distractions can unlock areas that you can...2023-11-3010 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastNavigating Problems with Systems, Process, and PeopleSystems, process, and people are three pillars that we want to look through when doing problem-solving for our events, and for our businesses. In this episode, Naomi shares how you can filter problems that are brought to you through this filter to avoid drama and to have ease when solving problems. When unpacking systems, Naomi speaks about how systems are the framework for which your work is done. It is the interconnected way in which all things are connected for areas of the business or events. When challenges do occur, ensuring that all systems are operating correctly c...2023-11-2810 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastEasy Time Blocking Techniques for Maximizing Your DayWhen it comes to getting things done, how you use your calendar has a lot to do with ensuring your success. This episode focuses on quick and easy tips that you can use to wield the power of your calendar effectively.In this episode, Naomi shares how having a holistic view of your calendar can work to your benefit, allowing you to have all of your calendars (both work and personal) in one place. Additionally, ensuring that all of the events that matter the most, like your personal holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries, are placed in your calendar...2023-11-2723 minPlanners on Purpose Podcast100 Episodes Strong: Reflections on the Most Heard GemsThis is a celebratory milestone for the Planners on Purpose podcast at which they are celebrating 100 episodes. This episode features the top 5 highest listened-to episodes on the podcast. Naomi shares what impacted her on those episodes and shares her outlook on the podcast moving forward.Links and ResourcesThe Power of Moments, Deanna NwosuTurning Positivity into Criticism, Jordan Kentris3 Keys to Successful TeamsHow to Stay Focused on Your GoalsThe Emotional Side of a Planner's Job, Leah WeinbergPlan Your Year, Annual WorkshopPlanners on Purpose...2023-11-2622 minPlanners on Purpose Podcast5 Characteristics of High-Performing TeamsHigh-performing teams need a sense of safety, be dependable, and be connected to a higher purpose to be impactful.In this episode, Naomi unpacks what it means to have a high-performance team. Whether you are an event planner, leading an event planning team or an industry level, knowing what makes up an impactul team can be helpful. And not focusing on these aspects can lead to mistrust, and slowly but surely teams can fall apart.Links and ResourcesPlan Your Year, Annual Planning WorkshopTo learn more about Planners on P...2023-11-2515 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastEvent Planning Beyond the FiniteThere is a whole other game that is being played that goes beyond the finality of the events that we plan. Do you know if you're in that game? The game is called the Infinite Game, and it is a game that is aligned with our larger purpose and the big causes that we are here to progress forward. In the event industry, it can be easy to get tied up into the finite game of planning events, and if we lose our larger purpose we could end up bowing out of the game sooner than we...2023-11-2110 min
Living Clutter Free Forever - decluttering tips,home organizing, minimalist livingDeclutter Your To Do List. 3 Strategies to Boost Productivity and Prevent Burnout with Naomi Tucker #077Are you on the brink of burnout, juggling household chores, family responsibilities, and your career, without a moment to spare for yourself? If you nodded in agreement, then this episode, featuring Naomi Tucker, a burnout and productivity coach, is your much-needed respite. With over 25 years under her belt, managing large teams, and catering to the ever-increasing demands of the event industry, Naomi brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.No need to feel guilty about your cluttered workspace or overflowing digital inbox. We've all been there! Let's talk about de-cluttering and organizing. We share our experiences...2023-11-2137 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastMake Your Life Simpler With These 5 StepsEver been stuck in a rut with too much to do? Well, many times a little simplification goes a long way.This episode will take you through Naomi's 5-step process to simplify your life. When life gets so full, it's important to prune away to ensure that your life and work are aligned to what lights you up. The 5-step process is linked below as a guide. You can walk through each area while Naomi reviews it on this episode. Links and ResourcesSimplify Your Life GuideThank yo...2023-11-1915 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastDecision Mastery for Event Planners: Breaking Free from FatigueHave you ever ended your day in a complete brain fog, not able to make another decision? When you are in this position, who cares what you eat for dinner, you just need a little bit of rest.In this episode, Naomi will discuss the challenges of decision fatigue and how event planners can master making decisions all day every day. The key to making decisions that help save your mental faculty are easy to tell, but can be tough to commit and put to practice. However, when you make a commitment to yourself to do it, y...2023-11-1715 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastA Little More Kindness PleaseWhen you show and receive more kindness, a whole wealth of areas in your life can improve. From an overall sense of joy to many overall health benefits, showing kindness is something that we cannot overlook as we set out to plan successful events. On Global World Kindness Day, Naomi shares a personal story of kindness and other insights on kindness that will motivate and inspire you to seek out more kindness in your life. To learn more about Planners on Purpose, visit the website at www.plannersonpurpose.com.Thank you so much for...2023-11-1410 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastWinning from WithinIn order to change our outside circumstances, taking a look at ourselves inside can make all the difference. In this episode, you'll learn about your inner executive suite adapted from Erica Ariel Fox's book Winning from Within.Naomi walks you through the four executives in your suite, the dreamer, the thinker, the lover, and the warrior, and helps you to understand their functions and how they can help you become a better you.Links and ResourcesWinning from Within BookThank you for listening, and until next time, stay on...2023-11-1216 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastA Simple Tool to Measure Your Well-BeingIn this episode, you'll be shown a simple tool in which you can measure your well-being. This tool is called the Wheel of Life and Naomi unpacks all of its facets and shares with you how you can evaluate your life and make a simple plan to grow in the new year.This is a perfect exercise to do as you are trying to determine what your New Year Goals should be. We hope you enjoy this episode. Thank you for listening, and stay on purpose!Support the showShare t...2023-11-1110 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastTaking Imperfect ActionMany times we get "stuck" in taking the action that we need to take in our businesses and in our lives. This podcast episode explores the opportunity to take imperfect action and how this type of action can move us past our frustrations, overwhelm, and self-doubt to create the flow that we need to move things forward.What makes us stop taking action on our goals or our tasks? There are so many things like procrastination, fear, overwhelm, and even perfectionism. This episode discusses perfectionism and although we want to create an amazing experience for our clients...2023-11-0913 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastSecrets to Unleashing Your CreativityIn this episode, we explore ways that you can unleash your creativity as an event professional. We are all on a journey to become prolific and brilliant while maintaining our creative health, and this podcast episode will share ways in which our creative expression works best. We will delve into the importance of balancing productivity, brilliance, and health to avoid burnout. Additionally, you'll find some brief tips on how to structure your day to harness focus and maximize your time effectively. Staying inspired and bringing ideas into your world can be a challenge when you ar...2023-11-0715 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastPrioritizing Your Mental Health in the Event IndustryThis thought-provoking episode delves deep into the world of event professionals and mental health. Mental health is a topic that's crucial for all of us, but it takes on a unique significance for event professionals. The demands of the industry can lead to burnout, stress, and overwhelming pressures. Naomi aims to shed light on the importance of mental well-being and how it plays a central role in our lives.In this episode, you'll discover what mental health truly means and how it impacts your ability to cope with life's stresses, realize your potential, and contribute t...2023-11-0612 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastHow to Balance Your Home Like a ProIn this episode, Naomi shares valuable tips and strategies for effectively managing household responsibilities, finding motivation, and alleviating the burdens of maintaining your home, even on days when you're physically and emotionally drained. She understands the struggle of missing family events and special occasions due to work commitments and offers solutions to help you feel more in control and fulfilled in all areas of life.Whether you're listening on a busy Saturday as you catch up on personal tasks or any other day, this episode is here to guide you through practical solutions that make home life...2023-11-0516 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastHow to Finish Your Year StrongWith only 60 days left in the year, it's time to finish strong and turn your year-end goals into reality. In this episode, we'll provide you with an action plan to make it happen.Naomi will review how you can get clear about your goals, break them into small steps that serve your purpose, establish a reasonable timeline for you to complete your goals, and of course, celebrate.The end of the year comes with a tremendous opportunity for us to finish strong, and do those things that we have been wanting to complete all year...2023-11-0211 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastCan You Really Achieve Work-Life Balance?Finding true balance in your life can be quite a journey. Especially if you're in a high-touch, high-performing role like event management. In this episode, Naomi discusses how the concept of work-life balance can be looked at differently to show that it is very rare for a person can achieve balance in all areas of their life all at once. Naomi shares how putting focus on different areas of our lives, in different seasons might be just what you need for you to have your idea of balance. Tune in and listen in on this ep...2023-11-0110 minPlanners on Purpose PodcastIntentional Planning for a New YearThis episode explores 4 different areas of intentional planning as you prepare for a new year. Be realistic of your time.Be mindful of your space.Be intentional about your results.Be purposeful about your self-care. As you head into the new year, reflect on your challenges and successes of the last year. Be super intentional so that you can make this year the best one yet!Links and ResourcesEIC CMP Today NewsletterJoin the Vision Board ChallengeSupport the showShare today's episode and tag me...2022-01-0414 min
The Events InsightThe Events Insight - With Special Guest Naomi TuckerSend us a textWe travel across the pond again in our 2nd episode Season 7, all the way to Wisconsin, U.S.A, to meet the delightful founder of Planners on Purpose and Customer Success Director for Meetings and Incentives Worldwide, Naomi Tucker. With over 25 years industry experience and a passion for her peers’ emotional and mental health and wellbeing, Naomi coaches ambitious and driven planner out of their burnout and overwhelm - a common issue in this high-pressure environment of events. Starting our straight from college at the Hyatt Regency, Naom...2021-09-2940 min
Congregation Emanu-ElNaomi Tucker Speaks on Domestic Violence in the Jewish CommunityListen to Naomi Tucker, Founder and Executive Director of Shalom Bayit speak on domestic violence in the Jewish community.2021-09-2019 minPlanners on Purpose Podcast3 Keys to Building Amazing TeamsThere are many shifts that are happening as we are phasing into another era of the pandemic. We have lost team members, gained others, and face the challenge of building amazing teams we had once before. Episode HighlightsMany people are exhausted from all the hard work in this season, yet many are excited to get back to work. We are currently planning events differently, there isn’t an event that is absolutely similar to what it was pre-pandemic.Listening to your team and being attentive to their personal needs is very crucial at a t...2021-08-2419 min