- Determine the type of party you are planning and create a list of tasks.
- Make sure that the things you opt for – food, decorations, invitations, etc. – are within your budget to avoid spending too much.
- Previous clients and their opinion can help you decide which party planners can help you with your party needs, if any.
- Discuss things clearly and properly with your planner, particularly when it comes to your preferences and your budget.
- Ask for details of the party planners’ available services as well as their terms and conditions to make sure that they can give you your needs.
- If your goal is to spend the minimum possible, then getting a party planner may not be a good idea. Get a well organised friend to help!
- Make sure that the party planner you have chosen has the necessary ability to coordinate your party.
- Think ahead about food: make sure that the foods will suit your and your guests’ tastes as well as your serving preferences.
- Make sure to cooperate with your planner and give them all the necessary information they need to know to avoid any misunderstanding and mistakes during the planning.
- Particularly if you’re not using a party planner, get a copybook and draw up a checklist. Organise this by so that you know what needs to be done and when.