Momentum - Business to Business Online Magazine April 2017 | Page 15

Spring Has S p r u n g !
By: Hilary Hart,
Tradicao Brazilian Steakhouse
Bunnies, colorful eggs, bright flowers, Mom and babies! It’s the time of the year for Easter, Mother’s Day, and Baby
Showers! All of these occasions are bright colored and happy but can be stressful for the main person in charge
of the day. They all involve family and planning ahead to ensure everyone has a good time!
First Step: If you are the one tasked with the honor of planning, buy
yourself some spring flowers! Set them on your desk or table where you
will be brainstorming a wonderful celebration.
Second Step: Make your guest list. Who will be attending? Are their
guests that will be traveling? Do they need directions, accommodations
or anything else that someone unfamiliar with the area may need help
with? If so, be prepared and have a few hotels with directions and phone
numbers.
Third Step: Plan an itinerary for the day. Will people meet for breakfast,
lunch, dinner? With big groups, make your life easier and eat out. Make
sure the restaurants you select can accommodate your number of guests.
Many restaurants have private dining rooms and special menus for larger
groups. They will take care of all the setup and clean up, reducing your
stress level.
Fourth Step: If the day is centered around Mom or Soon-to-be-Mom
plan something special. Let them know you have them in your heart and
mind. Many times something that will thrill them is simple and thoughtful.
Do they have a favorite dessert or flower that they absolutely love?
Is there something they’ve always wanted but never would buy for
themselves? Do you have a funny memory of them that a special gift will
spark laughter?
Fifth Step: Enjoy yourself! Remember that the day is to be enjoyed. If
something doesn’t go as planned, remember that no one knows but you!
Surround yourself with family and friends and appreciate the day.
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