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Best Practice #5: Focus on the Event-day Experience

You can plan the best event, budget accurately, procure enticing items and utilize technology wisely, but ultimately the success of your event comes down to one critical point: the guest experience. If your guests do not have a good time, chances are they will not bid often, they might not stay for the entire event, they might not return for your next event, and they might share their unpleasant experience with friends. To ensure that this doesn't happen, always keep a focus on the event-day experience from the guest's perspective. Think about what elements of the event will keep your guests happy and what will detract from a positive experience. For example, a disorganized event with long lines at check-in and check-out will have a negative impact on the guest experience.