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The date for the big event has been set (it could, of course, be a wedding but it certainly doesn't have to be) and as things stand now most of the organizing is going to fall to you. There is a lot at stake and a great many people will be involved and invested in the success of the evening. You don't want to end up so stressed that you don't enjoy the evening yourself, but by the same token you don't want to take too casual an attitude and leave too much to chance. Fair or not, you are primarily responsible for the event and you've never handled anything this big before. It sounds like you should consider hiring an event planner. NJ has many talented event planners to choose from so there is no reason to settle for second rate. Here are a few basic expectations you should have of a professional event planner.

## Personable and friendly demeanor

This may seem like a relatively fuzzy inconsequential requirement but it absolutely is not. Your event planner is someone with whom you are going to be working closely. It is imperative you have a warm working relationship. Moreover so much of what falls to an event planner relies on her ongoing working relationships that a brusque or impersonal planner should frankly be considered somewhat handicapped.

##Organized and communicative

The essential component to any dynamic working relationship, especially in a challenging, time-sensitive atmosphere such as the planning of a big event, is good communication. Your planner ought to be clear and easily understood. She (there are of course male event planners but for this article let's just assume she's a she) should also be an attentive listener. Finally, she should be communicating with you regularly and reliably. You ought never be forced to wonder what's going on and trying to track her down for answers.

## Creative yet accommodating

The reason you hire an event planner is that they've got experience handling events like yours. They know what works and what doesn't. it is also a near certainty that they got into event planning in the first place because they are energetic and creative. That being said, a planner shouldn't completely take over an event. It is essential that even the most ambitious creative planner listen to your ideas and feedback.

## Savvy and capable

Event planning is a tough job. You want to make sure that the planner you hire is able to handle an event of your size. A good event planner will be a shrewd negotiator, will have lots of useful professional contacts, and will be able to handle herself under pressure.

In the end, if you decide to go with an event planner, your final choice of planner will in all likelihood be the most crucial decision you end up making. While it is impossible to know for sure that a planner possesses the attributes outlined above, it is often possible to get some sense for who she is via the interview process. If you're contemplating an event planner take the time to sit down in person and get a sense for her credentials and qualifications. Don't have any good recommendations from family or friends? Simply go online and Google "event planner NJ" or "new jersey wedding planning" (if you're getting married) flip through the wedding photo galleries, read any testimonials and see what they are about online. Once you hire a good committed event planner that big event will be well on its way to being a huge success.