Communication is the Key

I grappled with what category to place this topic under. I was split between etiquette and general planning. I finally decided on general planning, but this is a matter of etiquette as well.

If you are the primary planner for an event it is easy to let your tastes and preferences to take center stage. This happens a lot, especially when people are footing the bill for the event. Even if this is the case, it is still important to communicate your decisions to those close to the event. Just giving people a heads up about things that will take place can overcome hurt feelings and any misunderstandings.

For example, if you are a bride to be and have decided to not have any of the traditional things at your wedding, such as your father escorting you down the aisle or father/daughter dance, be sure to discuss this with your father before hand so that he is well aware of this.

For corporate functions, this is very important since most times you are working on an event for your employer or a client. Failing to communicate issues in this situation could cost you your job and your business reputation.

In closing be sure that communication is on the top of your to do list for your next event.