(Some of my other protocol officers)My week-long stint at AYG Beach Volleyball has ended with Thailand winning both the Girls and Boys finals; Kazakstan was runner-up in both finals. Apart from receiving and taking care of VIPs, I was made responsible for the national flags during the victory ceremony.
What have I learnt or gained in this week?
First, in organising big events, it is quite impossible to really learn past lessons from similar events simply from paperwork so it is good to include in the team persons with experience.
Second, sufficient effort must be made in 'hygiene' issues to ensure that volunteers have enough to eat, drink and are adequately dressed, e.g. the t-shirt size issue I mentioned in an earlier blog. On the same note, make sure that rehearsals are effective and efficient. Being otherwise will result in a negative perception of the event and may affect the morale of the entire workforce.
Third, I made many new friends. Prof Tommy's way of shaking hands with everyone at first contact helped as the physical contact helped to break the barrier. And always be the first to make contact and I realised that most people are very friendly even their demeanour may not suggest as such.
Me with the beach volleyball Venue Manager (aka Big Boss) Kim Hwee. An extremely friendly, effective and hard working chap.
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