A Peak Behind the Curtain

I mentioned in Monday's post how I've been close to burnout mode, which is why I'm just catching up on recapping the whirlwind event weekend that was almost two weeks ago now. Just as we did last fall, we were on site at a venue, shot the event on a pretty epic looking stage, but streamed it virtually around the globe instead of having a live audience. These events are so much fun to work at, but they are usually throughout the weekend which takes me away from my little family. 


My days usually start pretty early, I eat breakfast and have coffee while trying to get work done in my hotel room before running over to the venue to work all day. When I return to my hotel in the evening, I'm sifting through content and working on posts for the evening and the next morning. I literally am working from the moment I get up until my head hits the pillow, and even then messages may come through that I need to attend to. It's A LOT, but call me strange - I love it. 




This time, we stayed at the Hyatt Regency across from the convention center, and I enjoyed the brisk walk back and forth even though it was super chilly. As beautiful as their pools are, I was dumbfounded by the tourists swimming in the pool at night. It dropped to 39 one night, and even though the pools are heated it was NOT swimming weather. The hot tub would be the more optimal choice - ha! 

Wearing all black from head to toe with coffee in hand is my work event uniform. The Spanx Faux Leather Leggings truly are a holy grail item, and are insanely comfy to run around in all day. 

The Marc Jacobs Luggage Tote bag I treated myself to at the beginning of the pandemic (you know - back when we all thought we would be home for a couple weeks) comes in handy. I fit everything I need in there for the day including my laptop, mouse, and charger. 


I went live on Instagram for the first time ever on my personal page, and as nerve-wracking as it was I now don't know why I haven't done it more. It was a great glimpse into what I do, and part of who I really am since I truly enjoy it. It took a lot of crappy jobs to get to doing what I love and it was worth it. 

I took everyone behind the scenes, and explained what it's like to work at one of these events especially during COVID. The biggest difference is we are no longer flying all over the world, and working in arenas with thousands of people in the crowd. Instead, we are filming on a stage and streaming it globally with simultaneous translations in other languages. Everyone on-site has to submit a negative COVID test, wear a mask, and we have daily temperature checks and other various protocols in place to keep us all safe. 


Did you like this small glimpse into what I do for work? I try to keep details off the internet and social media, but think it's fun to take a peak behind the curtain. We spend so much time working and thinking about work that it truly is a huge part of who we are. Which is why it's so important to be happy - never ever settle. The right fit is out there, I promise!


17 comments:

  1. I am so incredibly happy that you love what you do! I never found the right professional fit and it’s sad. I stayed in a job out of loyalty that I hated but I found my fit now I’ve been out of the professional world and it’s the best thing ever! Your events looks so fun even despite Covid! I love taking a look behind the scenes and I know you’re so good at it!

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  2. Such a fun look behind the scenes!! These events take so much work and you do it so well! xo, Biana BlovedBoston

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  3. I enjoyed the look behind the scenes! And I'm so glad you love what you do. It's so important since so many hours go towards your job each week... when I worked at my corporate job I felt like I saw my coworkers more than my family!

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  4. I am so glad you love what you do! I know we both related to each other so much a few years ago when we were hating professional life with what seemed like no light in site. It is nice to be on the other side!

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  5. I enjoyed reading more about your job! It seems like a lot of work, but something you really enjoy!

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  6. Loving what you do is so important! I am coming up on 8 years at the same job and still love it, even when it is stressful. I loved this little peek behind the curtain. I love spanx leggings!

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  7. So fun to get a peek behind the scenes! Loving your job and what you do is so important and you are so good at it!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  8. I loved seeing this behind the scenes..had no idea this is what you do! I definitely think virtual events have really been a way to push more info out to more people.

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  9. So glad you were able to still pull off the event virtually again. I loved seeing the little snippets you showed on Instagram-- it looked so glamourous!

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  10. Wow you sound like you have been crazy busy glad all the hard work paid off. It must be weird to not have not people watching it in person. But keep up the good work!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  11. This is so cool! Your job sounds so fun and I love all of the behind the scenes that you share!

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  12. It's always nice to see behind the curtain. I used to do large events in a former job and it is grueling but also invigorating. A nice break is definitely needed after.

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  13. Sounds like a stressful time but it's nice you enjoyed it and the event went well :) Hope you are getting to relax now after all that business!

    Hope that you are having a good weekend :) Another hot one here!

    Away From Blue

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  14. This is so fascinating! I love seeing what people do for a living, or how they spend time off the blog. Sounds like you're busy a lot, but that's great that you love it so much. Isn't that what we all want with a career??

    -Lauren
    www.shootingstarsmag.net

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  15. I love seeing a glimpse into your work life. And yes to those Spanx leggings They are the best!!!

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  16. I definitely love seeing glimpses into the work lives of people who love what they do, so I think this is really cool! I also appreciate the honesty about the hard work and stress that leads to the "highlight reel" moments. I feel like the public side of my job is very much a highlight reel, but the reality of how we get to that is never talked about enough, so I'm a big fan of seeing both sides. I'm glad that they were able to find a way to host the big events and keep everyone safe!

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