Being a wedding planner is a fun, challenging, and sometimes stressful career. You are running the business, constantly marketing to entice new clients, planning events for current clients, managing staff, and trying to stay on top of the latest industry news and trends. With all of these responsibilities (and many others), we are going to make mistakes and miss opportunities…. Read More
Business Resources for Wedding Planners
The Planner's Lounge offers a wealth of business resources for wedding planners and event planners. Through years of experience planning weddings, founder Debbie Orwat learned not only about running a wedding planning business but also how to market her business, make connections, find clients, and stay profitable.
If you can't find the answer to your business questions below, consider checking out our Wedding Planner Resources page.
The Quality of Your Work Isn’t As Important As You Think
When you make your clients continually feel valued and appreciated throughout the time you work together, the quality of your work isn’t as significant as you might think. Yes, you have to know what you are doing as a profession event planner and provide the results they want. But more importantly, their experience of working with you and your company… Read More
Annual Review & Planning Guide for Wedding and Creative Professionals
When you have your own wedding or creative business, it is essential to take the time to review the year that is ending before looking at the year ahead. When December comes around, what we have not accomplished during the year often dominates our thoughts. We forgot the wins and the positive changes we have made which can make us feel… Read More
10 Useful Gift Ideas for Wedding Planners
Not sure what to put on your holiday gift list this year? Here are my ten favorite gift ideas for wedding planners that you will actually use! 1) Quote Mug Wedding planning is difficult, stressful work. A warm cup of coffee or tea is just what a wedding planner needs to get through the day! If you don’t drink coffee… Read More
5 Reasons to Recommend a Resort Wedding
From a beautiful backdrop to world-class catering, every couple wants a one-of-a-kind wedding that checks all the boxes. Meanwhile, as a wedding planner, you want to ensure that everything comes together without a hitch. Finding new solutions for each unique client can be a daunting task. Fortunately, there is a way to make the whole process much more seamless: Choose… Read More
Must Read Marketing and Blogging Advice for Wedding Planners
I have followed Mark Kingsdorf’s career for a number of years and have always been impressed with his wisdom, natural marketing instincts, authenticity, and his ability to successfully pivot his career in the industry to fit his ideal lifestyle. With over 40 years in the hospitality and event industries, Mark has a very unique perspective and offers a wealth of… Read More