Recently MeetingsNet published an intriguing article about the diminishing quality of correspondence between hotels and event planners. Neglected phone calls, inattentive conversations, and unanswered messages seem to be more common in meeting preparations with hotels.

According to one coordinator quoted in the article: “Communication has just become too lackadaisical…”

There are different reasons for the recent spike in communication breakdowns. But by understanding what causes misconceptions and holdups, you can prepare ahead of time and take action to minimize miscommunication with meeting venues.

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You’ve been to a million and one meetings, as a leader, a presenter, and an attendee, but there are a few times here and there where a meeting may have sagged, waned, or disappointed just a smidge.

You may feel the need for a drastically new approach, but the truth is that one isn’t necessary! When in doubt, just go back to the basics.

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