51. #2 – how to prepare for a career in
the events industry
52. Why do you want to work in the
events industry?
53. Why do you want to work in the events
industry?
Make people happy
Growing industry
Opportunity to travel
Variety of the job
Creativity
Development
Social
Fun
Challenging
54. Research the sector
Tip: make a note of good companies
whether a job has been filled or there are
no jobs
57. Questions to ask yourself
- What do you want to get out of the
experience?
- Talk to as many people as possible
- Impress
- Don’t feel owed
- Can you afford it?
60. Create a Killer CV and cover letter
Your marketing documents
- Tailor to the company
- Find the name of the right person
- How do you think 99% of CVs are delivered?
(deliver by post or hand)
- Is this piece of info going to get me an
interview?
61. #3 – how to stand out when
applying for positions
62. Understand the position
Not just the job title, but the components
Read between the lines of the job ads
What do you need to be passionate about?
63. What is the potential employer
looking for?
KPIs
Save money
Save time
Add value
Cost of being there
64. Do your research
In which year was the company established?
How many people does the company employ?
What is the core markets?
What is the product range?
Who are the company’s key competitors?
Take notes with you…