Sharing Expertise in the Events Industry
Last week, our Director Nick Howes had the pleasure to be at Hilton Wembley as the guest speaker for the Alliance of Independent Event Agencies' (AIEA) latest Teach & Train session as part of our ongoing partnership with Mindcare Training. The focus? Time Management and Productivity – a topic that resonates deeply with professionals in the fast-paced events industry.
As specialists in leadership development at LMI-UK, we're always eager to share practical insights that help professionals work smarter, not harder. The session at Hilton Wembley provided the perfect platform to do just that.
The AIEA host of the event captured the atmosphere perfectly: "What a brilliant session on Time Management and Productivity! It was packed with insights, practical tools, and a room full of eager minds ready to learn and grow. It's always inspiring to see our AIEA community come together with a shared goal of developing both professionally and personally. These sessions aren't just about learning, they're about applying those lessons in the real world and driving better outcomes across our industry."
Nick Howes commented,
"Thank you – loved joining you for this session. Lots of fun, solid learning and loads of great insight from around the table for applying foundational ideas to make a difference in your industry!"
Why Time Management Matters in Events
The events industry presents unique time management challenges. Tight deadlines, multiple stakeholders, constantly shifting priorities, and the need to deliver flawless experiences create a perfect storm for time pressure. Add to this the post-pandemic landscape where many teams are running leaner than ever, and you have a recipe for potential burnout.
As Stephen Covey, author of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," famously said: "The key is not to prioritise what's on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities." This sentiment formed the foundation of Nick's presentation, emphasising that effective time management isn't about doing more things – it's about doing the right things.
For event professionals, this distinction is crucial. In an industry where saying "yes" is often the default, learning when and how to say "no" can be transformative.
"These sessions aren't just about learning; they're about applying those lessons in the real world and driving better outcomes across our industry," the AIEA host remarked – a sentiment that perfectly aligns with our philosophy at LMI-UK.
For those interested in exploring how LMI-UK's productivity principles could benefit their teams, our case studies demonstrate the tangible impact of our approach across diverse organisations.
Whether you're an event professional looking to manage multiple projects more effectively or a leader seeking to create a more productive team culture, the principles shared at the AIEA session offer a roadmap to sustainable high performance – without the burnout.
To learn more about how LMI-UK can help your organisation enhance productivity and leadership effectiveness, visit our website or reach out directly to Nick Howes to discuss your specific challenges.