Is planning events worth the effort? After all, they require a lot of time and money—and the return on investment is minimal if you don't convert prospects into clients.

On the other hand, events can be fun, memorable experiences. Plus, they have the potential to be instrumental in building your business.

A client event is a great way to strengthen client relationships, meet prospects, and market services to your target audience. But given the time and effort it takes to plan, organize, and execute, how can you ensure that your event is successful?

It’s no secret that we are living in a digital age. The number of people who receive their news and information from blog posts, social media, and podcasts continues to increase, and podcasts in particular have seen significant growth in recent years. According to the State of the News Media, 2 out of every 5 Americans have listened to podcasts, and Edison research shows that people ages 18–34 tune in the most.