Not every business thinks it needs an event, but Jay Schwedelson and Tahira Endean make a strong case for why you do. From building trust faster than endless email threads to creating the kinds of moments people actually remember, Tahira shows how events—big or small—drive connection, loyalty, and growth. She also pulls back the curtain on what makes event submissions stand out and why joy should be part of every strategy.ㅤTahira’s book Our KPI is Joy is available on Amazon. Connect with her on LinkedIn.ㅤBest Moments:(03:43) Why 10 minutes at a live meeting can replace 64 emails(05:15) The role of trust in why events matter for any size company(08:30) Designing experiences that the “remembering self” won’t forget(10:15) Why in-person events are the antidote to AI sameness(13:30) How she curates sessions and avoids AI content overload(17:12) The must-dos and never-dos when submitting to speak at eventsㅤCheck out Jay’s YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelsonCheck out Jay’s TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@schwedelsonCheck Out Jay's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/

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