Introduction: Beyond the Glamour
When you think of an event manager, what comes to mind? A headset-wearing multitasker commanding a crew at a music festival? A perfectly dressed professional running a high-profile wedding? While the event industry does offer moments of glamour, what lies beneath is a mix of grit, resilience, creativity, and sleepless nights.
At team.i, we train students to face both the dazzle and the dust. On Event Managers Day 2025, we’re pulling back the curtain to talk about the real challenges future event professionals face — from social anxieties and non-traditional hours, to safety and parental approval. And to make it real, we’re telling these stories through the voices of our students.
This post is a tribute — a raw, honest look at what it takes to make it in this exhilarating, unpredictable, and deeply human profession.
1. For the Introverts: Finding Strength Behind the Scenes
“I thought I had to be loud to be at events. I was wrong.” – Yamini Galli, team.i student (2020)
Yamini now runs Achyutam Weddings in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana and is the Founder. This is proof that introverts don’t just survive in this space — they thrive.
If you’re introverted and considering Event Management Courses, know this: there’s room for every personality type in the event world. You just have to find your niche.
Yamini joined our Certificate Program in Event Management with one major fear — she wasn’t a natural extrovert. She didn’t like being on stage or under pressure in large crowds. But through modules in backstage management, logistics, and artist coordination, she discovered a vital truth: the best event professionals aren’t always the loudest; they’re often the calmest.
2. Women in Events: Safety, Power, and the Path Forward
“My parents were worried. They had every reason to be.” – Monisha S Gowda, team.i student (2022)
Monisha is currently Senior Executive – Client Servicing & Business Development, ARKAAYA Events & Experiences Private Limited.
For any woman considering an Event Management Career — yes, safety has been an issue. But things are changing. And women like Monisha are leading that change.
Monisha entered the Event Management Institute with two dreams: to travel and to work on sports events and weddings. But her parents, especially her mother, were concerned about her working late nights, being on outdoor sets, and traveling with male-dominated crews.
Through structured security protocols, buddy systems, and women-led crews, she experienced how the industry is evolving — slowly, but surely — to become safer.
3. Busting the Myths: It’s Not All Lights, Camera, Champagne
Myth #1: It’s all fun and glamour.
Reality: Behind every hour of a live show is 50 hours of pre-production.
Myth #2: Anyone can do it.
Reality: Event managers are trained, certified professionals who study logistics, risk management, budgeting, and human behavior. A common myth about this career path is that it’s just “organizing parties.” In truth, it’s project management on steroids — and the best Event Management Certification programs teach you how to manage pressure, people, and priorities.
That’s why our Event Management Courses after 12th don’t just teach “what to do,” they train you in how to think, react, and lead.
4. The 9-to-5 Myth: Embracing the Non-Traditional Work Life
“My body clock is permanently confused, but I love what I do.” – Jayesh Lakhani, team.i alumni (2012)
Event management is not a 9-to-5 job. And for many, that’s the appeal. You work weekends, travel for gigs, and often wrap up when others are waking up. It’s a lifestyle, not a desk job.
Jayesh, now working with a leading MICE company, shares how team.i helped him mentally and physically prepare for this life, not just through theory, but by throwing students into real-time challenges.
If you want predictability, this industry may not be for you. But if you crave energy, change, and stories that last a lifetime, this is it.
5. Winning Over the Parents: Yes, This Is a Real Career
“My dad Googled ‘event management salary’ before he let me join.” – Shreya P. Naik, team.i student (2023)
Parents often worry that event management is not a “real” career. They fear instability, poor pay, or a lack of long-term growth. But as the industry becomes more structured and certified, the narrative is shifting.
Shreya had to show her father real alumni success stories, event company tie-ups, and placement stats from the institute.
Once he saw the numbers — and saw her joy — he was on board.
Today she is a Client Servicing Executive at Black Pepper Events
If you’re a student battling doubts at home, know this: transparency, data, and passion are your best arguments.
Final Thoughts: A Career for the Brave
An Event Management Career isn’t for the faint of heart. But for those with creativity, drive, and a desire to create unforgettable moments, it’s one of the most fulfilling paths out there.
At team.i, we’ve built our Event Management Institute on one belief: that events are more than shows — they’re stories. And the people behind them? They’re storytellers, visionaries, leaders.
So whether you’re an introvert looking for your strength, a woman claiming your space, or a student convincing your family — this industry has a place for you.
Start strong. Start now.
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