In a typical work setting, meeting and convention planners:

Interpersonal Relationships

• Have a high level of social contact. They frequently talk to customers, coworkers, service providers, and others.
• Communicate by telephone, e-mail, letters, memos, and in person on a daily basis.
• Are responsible for the work done by those they supervise or hire.
• Are placed in conflict situations on a weekly basis. People may become angry or discourteous if something goes wrong.
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• Are somewhat responsible for the health and safety of others.
• Nearly always work as part of a team.

Physical Work Conditions

• Usually work indoors, but may work outdoors on rare occasions.
• Are sometimes exposed to loud sounds or noise levels that may be distracting.
• Work near others. They often share the same work space with other planners and assistants.
• Travel to different work sites in a car, truck, or van.

Work Performance

• Must be very exact in their work so that events go smoothly.
• Make decisions that greatly impact their employer's reputation and finances.
• Make decisions that affect clients and coworkers on a daily basis. They rarely consult a supervisor before deciding a course of action.
• Set nearly all their daily tasks and goals without consulting another first.
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• Work in a moderately competitive atmosphere. They must abide by strict daily deadlines.
• Repeat the same physical or mental activities.

Hours/Travel

• Travel to look over possible meeting and convention sites.
• Often work more than 40 hours per week.
• May work nights and weekends.
• Typically work a set schedule, except when traveling.