Soundings invests in talent that invests in themselves, and partners with organizations that share that same commitment. Since 2021, we've worked alongside Cvent to give our community real opportunities to grow, including gaining access to their many career-boosting certifications.  

In our recent Cvent Certifications 101 webinar, Emily Butler, L&D Manager at Cvent, shared the exciting updates coming to some of the existing Cvent Certifications, and how they can help showcase your own knowledge and expertise on the platform. 

New survey data from event professionals reveals a workforce that loves the work but is quietly exhausted, and shows why peer connection, not more content, may be the strongest fix.

If you’ve ever tried to figure out what you should be making in the events industry, you’ve probably done what most of us do: search your title, find a salary range, and immediately wonder whether you’re underpaid, overpaid, or looking at numbers that have absolutely nothing to do with your job.

Preston Krzyzak, Growth Manager at Soundings, was recently featured in a Meetings Today article exploring how live events can help combat the global loneliness epidemic.

Preston Krzyzak joined hosts Taylor Smith and Hannah Elston to dig into the reality behind the Gen Z labels, unpacking what the next generation actually wants from their careers, from flexibility and financial security to community, purpose, and work-life balance.

The Soundings Thrive ‘Let’s Talk Gen Z’ panel discussion explores how to better understand the emerging workforce and build a better future together.

Leverage your strengths as a neurodivergent professional and thrive in a freelance career.

Why should you care about worker classification as a freelancer? Here’s everything you need to know about recent labor regulations, how it impacts you, and how to protect yourself so you continue to get work.

Unsure of how to prepare for filing your taxes as an independent contractor or employee? View our checklist of resources to make filing your taxes easier.

Your interests don’t fit in a box, and neither should your career. If you’re considering a career change or desire more professional freedom, this article is for you!

If you’re interested in narrowing in on your passions – or discovering a new one – this article is for you! Find the perfect career path for you in the event industry.

PCMA // Congratulations to Soundings Chief of Staff Nikki Gonzales on being named one of PCMA’s “20 in their Twenties”!

In support of World Mental Health Day, we curated a list of mental health tips and resources to help event planners avoid burnout and focus on the work they love to do.

The Great Reshuffle has presented many meeting and event professionals with the opportunity to reassess their work-life balance and pursue a successful freelance career.

Soundings sets our talent community up for optimal success by providing them with education, resources, community, and opportunities to shine in their genius zones.

What freelancers need to plan and run successful virtual and hybrid events.

The economy is changing constantly, and with these changes business is being conducted in new ways. Freelancers will need to keep up to date on new technology and soft skills in order to thrive in this competitive job market.

Do you love the idea of freelancing, but also love the perks of corporate world benefits? As a best practice, add 15-30% to your rate to offset costs like payroll taxes, 401K matching, insurance and workers’ compensation.