EP # 212 - Behind the Scenes: My First 10X Expansion Retreat Lessons

Send us a text Ever wondered what it"s really like to host your first business event?  In this candid behind-the-scenes episode, Maggie shares the raw, unfiltered lessons from organizing and leading her very first in-person retreat—the 10X Expansion Retreat. From last-minute planning to unexpected challenges, discover what worked, what didn"t, and what she"d do differently next time. What You"ll Learn: • How a client"s casual suggestion turned into a transformative business event • The 5 critical areas every event organizer must master (theme, venue, food, flow, vendors) • Why starting small was the best decision for a first-time event • The unexpected challenges that no one warns you about • How to turn your long-term vision into immediate opportunities • Real lessons from venue selection, timeline management, and vendor coordination Key Takeaways: ✨ Always visit your venue before booking (learn from Maggie"s leap of faith!) ✨ Less content is better than rushing through—plan for participation time ✨ Food elevates the entire sensory experience for attendees ✨ Over-communicate with vendors—assumptions lead to surprises ✨ Small, intimate events can be more powerful than large conferences Perfect For: • Entrepreneurs considering hosting their first event or retreat • Business owners wanting behind-the-scenes insights from event planning • Anyone curious about turning vision into reality • Service providers looking to add events to their business model Episode Highlights: • The serendipitous venue discovery story • Why the 10X theme created perfect client attraction • How meditation and grounding transformed the day"s energy • The vendor management lessons that only experience teaches • Why this "accidental" event aligned perfectly with long-term vision Featured Concept: The 10X Expansion philosophy based on Dan Sullivan"s "10X is Easier Than 2X"—why thinking bigger requires becoming a different person, not just doing more of the same. Connect with Maggie: 🌐 Website: hhtps://stairwaytoleadership.com 📧 Email: maggie@stairwaytoleadership.com 📅 Free Consultation: https://calendly.com/maggie-s2l/discovery-call Have Your Own Event Stories? Maggie would love to hear your event organizing experiences and lessons learned! Reach out and share your stories. More Episodes: Subscribe to Diamond Effect Podcast for weekly business growth strategies, client success stories, and entrepreneurial insights.