Any serious event requires at least minimal planning. To organize a children's party, an evening of a meeting of graduates or a friendly party, you need to spend time drawing up a cost estimate, selecting and preparing premises, thinking over games and competitions. The more carefully you plan, the more effective and memorable the event will be.
Instructions
Step 1
Set clear and concise goals for yourself. You must imagine for whom and why the event is being held. The first block of goals relates to what you want to achieve. It is largely determined by the general direction of the event. Also think about the goals related to the participants: what they will have to do, what tasks will have to be done, and so on. A pointless meeting can turn into a gray and boring pastime.
Step 2
Form a team that will take over the responsibility for organizing the event. Distribute functions among the organizers. Someone will be responsible for the selection of premises and its design. Others will have to procure the necessary materials, groceries, and other accessories. If you are planning a friendly party, you will probably need an au pair.
Step 3
Think over the form of the event and strictly adhere to the accepted format. It can be a home business seminar, a corporate party, a meeting of classmates, a New Year's or children's party. Each form requires separate preparation and a well-thought-out composition of participants. Visitors to the event should be aware of what awaits them at the meeting. Participants should not be deceived.
Step 4
Make a cost estimate. Include in the list the costs of renting premises, purchasing accessories, food, and paying for third-party services. Consider the source of funding for the event. In the simplest case, the solution can be equity financing from each participant. Selling tickets or organizing a lottery will help pay back a more serious meeting.
Step 5
Develop an event program. List the steps for the organizers, presenters and participants. A well-thought-out script will save you from awkward pauses, hitching and other misunderstandings.
Step 6
Prepare invitations for participants. By this stage, you should know exactly the date, time and place of the event. Formal events will require a written invitation in advance. For less significant events, it may be enough to call the guests on the list. It is advisable to do this a few days before the event, so that everyone can have time to make changes to their professional and personal plans.
