Here's how you can navigate decision-making as a team leader in the live events industry.

Include team members and key leaders from across your organisation in the decision-making processes. Don't make big calls about venue layouts without consulting with the sound and lighting experts you are working with - ask them for their insights into what works best, and discuss any compromises that can be made to achieve the desired vision within what is practical. Spend time with these experts, and learn to appreciate their craft so that your planning and decision-making grows to align with the insights needed within this area as well.

It is important when leading Live Events to recognize both the knowledge and passion of other team members. Team members will have different insights into what will make the event memorable, also by taking into account their personal ideas they are going to be more motivated to deliver an exceptional experience. As the team lead it is always important to remember that even if you are an expert on a specific area such as sound production, if you have a production lead, it is important to listen to their feedback and defer to their expertise. Live Events are multi-faceted and the team lead needs to be able to guide the boat without drowning everyone, which cannot be done if they are distracted and bogged down in details.

Gathering insights is vital for informed decision-making. Engage with your team to understand the specifics of each role and the challenges they face. This helps you appreciate the operational intricacies, such as sound engineering or stage design. An informed leader can anticipate potential issues and plan accordingly, ensuring smoother execution and a cohesive team effort.

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One thing I’ve found helpful is the ability to lead by action, while it is good to delegate, team members tend to be highly motivated when they see you at the forefront of getting things done as opposed to seating and pointing out things that needs to be done. Don’t just delegate, show them how to get it done.

Clear objectives are essential for steering your team in the right direction. Define what success looks like for your event—be it the number of attendees, positive feedback, or seamless execution. Sharing these goals with your team aligns their efforts and fosters a sense of shared purpose. Measurable targets allow you to track progress and make necessary adjustments, ensuring every decision brings you closer to your desired outcome.

Creativity thrives in community and not in isolation. Bring people of creative minds together to collaborate to come up with better solutions and ideas. Bear in mind also that too many cooks spoil the broth, so make it clear where decisions start and end, and then use this collaborative resource to surge ideas to avoid blocks and burnout, and to ensure what is curated caters to a broader spectrum of preference in event attendees.

Collaboration among team members harnesses collective expertise. Foster an environment where ideas can be freely exchanged and each member feels valued. This not only leads to innovative solutions but also promotes a sense of ownership. A collaborative approach provides diverse perspectives, leading to robust outcomes that benefit the entire event.

You're likely working with experts in different areas - take advantage of that. Get people working on what they're good at and interested in and listen to what they're saying to inform your decisions. Ensure they understand the overall goals of the event, how their part ladders up to that vision, and what any deliverable expectations are - and as the process continues, communicate what you need to know, ask what they think you should know, and be open to making adjustments that serve the purpose of the event, even if different (but better!) than the original idea.

Delegating tasks is a sign of strong leadership. Assess the strengths and weaknesses of your team members and assign responsibilities accordingly. Trust is key; by empowering your team to take charge of specific aspects, you demonstrate confidence in their abilities. This builds a more competent team and frees you to focus on strategic decisions.

Risk management is integral to decision-making. Identify potential risks early and develop contingency plans. Whether it's technical failures, weather disruptions, or last-minute changes, being prepared helps you navigate these challenges effectively. Proactively managing risks minimizes the impact of unforeseen issues and ensures smooth event execution.

Live events are chaotic in nature as humans are unpredictable. Being able to effectively navigate change is essential to being a good Lead in Live Events. One really important aspect of this is learning not only how to adapt to changing circumstances quickly, but also how to maintain a Poker Face. Nothing derails a live events team more than a Leader who shows or acts on frustration or stress. A good habit to develop when hiccup's arise is learning how to assign tasks (no matter how small) to the team in an effort to alleviate the change. Having a task and being part of the solution helps team members to not fixate on what went wrong but what they can do to help fix it.

Put Attendees First! At the end of the day, a successful event is all about making sure your attendees have an amazing time. Think about what would make their experience awesome, from easy check-ins to fun and engaging activities. Happy attendees mean a successful event!