Planning an event is enjoyable but can also be quite challenging. Each event is unique, the circumstances are different, and there is always a new hurdle lurking around the corner. This is partly what makes the profession of event management so exciting. You are constantly on your feet, trying out new things, meeting new faces, and experiencing a new day at work. For some, this can be overwhelming, while for others, it is the ideal work environment.

One of the most creative parts of the job is decorating a venue. There are countless ways you can go about it, and it always has to be in line with the demands of the situation. For example, preparing for a birthday party for a group of 11-year-olds will be drastically different from what you would do for someone celebrating their 60th birthday. The problem is that even though there are so many other things that you can do, nearly all event decorators will end up doing the same run-of-the-mill things. They are essentially recreating the same event, just on different occasions. This ruins the day for the client and damages your reputation as a decorator or event manager. Here are a few tips to help create something exciting for your next event.