May 2008  Issue 2.5

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Feature Article

Feature ArticleUp in the Sky! It's a Bird! It's a Plane!

No, it's an exhibit professional soaring through the day

by Denise Landers, Owner, Key Organization Systems, Inc.

On the road again. To you, it's probably not just a song; it's an unpleasant fact of life. But look at it this way: While you're on a plane, no one can stop by your office with "just one more quick question" or barrage you with phone calls. So, why not use your travel time to put a few more much-needed hours into your day -- en route to or from an event? Denise Landers of Key Organization Systems, Inc. tells you how.

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Editorial Corner

Staying productive while in the air ... Part-timers vs. temps ... Knives pointed at your back

Hello. I'm Rob Murphy, chief marketing officer for MC².

If you're like most exhibit professionals, you're busy every hour of the day. And you probably see travel as yet another drain of your time. In this month's feature article, Denise Landers of Key Organization Systems, Inc. explains how you can use your travel time smarter -- and more productively.

In last month's dilemma, you were given money to get some help on board at your company. Should you hire one part-timer or multiple temps? See what our readers have to say. Have you ever gotten a job promotion someone else in your department wanted? How did you handle this awkward situation? One of your peers would like to know.

One year ago, we began publishing eConnections, and we'd like to thank all of you for your loyal readership. But we're not ready to sit on our laurels yet. Please let us know how we can make our publication even better and more relevant to you. Thanks for your input!

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Green Tips

Green TipsGreening the world ... one trade show at a time

Take less staff. Use local professional trade show presenters. They live in the city you are exhibiting in and will leave a smaller travel footprint.

Got a green tip to share with our readers? Share it here.

City Spotlight

Washington, DC

Things to Do

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The Gourmet Housewares Show
May 6-8, 2008
Sands Expo & Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV

The Gourmet Housewares Show is focused on high-end cookware, electrics, gadgets, and tabletop and kitchen textiles.

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Challenges ... Solutions
America's Funniest Event Story

Searching for America's Funniest (Most Disastrous or Heartwarming) Event Professional Story

Ever have something funny happen to you at an event or on the road? How about a time when you wanted to scream, "Why me?" Or an experience that made you feel great about other people?

Send in your story to share with your peers, and you could win a $50 gift certificate redeemable at a restaurant near you. Every submission will be published and our readers will vote for their favorite. Grab some glory -- and some grub.

Click here, and let those fingers fly -- today!

The deadline for submissions is May 26.

What’s Your Best Advice?

Last Issue's DilemmaLast Issue's Dilemma:

Is that the cavalry I see on the horizon?

After two years of begging, I finally have cash in my budget to hire some help. I have enough to hire one part-time employee -- or several temps on an as-needed basis. Which would be the better option, and why?

-- Cass, Event Manager       See what our readers have to say.


This Issue's DilemmaThis Issue's Dilemma:

What can I do about the icicle dangling from my nose?

Recently, I was chosen to be my company's new event manager, and it's gotten quite chilly around here. Two of my team members also applied for the job. I've heard they aren't too happy with my promotion, and they've been questioning my abilities.

I'm worried that their attitudes might affect our success at the events we attend -- and my career. Should I talk to them about this situation? Ignore them? Or try to find some way to protect myself? Help!

-- Debbie, Event Manager

Share your experience. You could win a video iPod®.

On the Show Floor

Trash-Proof Press Kits

How "not" to waste time, money and trees

by Linda Armstrong - EXHIBITOR


Is Your "Ink" Bleeding You Dry?

Getting the best price for printed materials

by Dennis Fay - Direct

Your Career

Are You Getting Your Share of "Psychic Income"?

Gaining recognition for your hard work

by James E. Challenger - California Job Journal


Giving and Getting Constructive Feedback

The right way to do both

by David Lee - AMANet

Get More Done

Feel Like You're Working in a Pressure Cooker?

Four easy ways to beat stress at work

by Anne Fisher - CNN Money


What Happened to My Poor PC?

Optimizing Windows Vista for better performance

from microsoft.com

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