In the US, many wedding shows and expos occur at the start of the calendar year. This is because it is at the end of the engagement season (November-February). Bridal shows and expos are a great opportunity to showcase your services, connect with potential clients, and set yourself apart from your competitors.  Being well prepared […]

For many planners in our community, the fall and winter seasons are the slowest time of year for events. If you are one of those planners, you are approaching the time of year when you can focus on your business instead of your client’s weddings. So, what do you do with that time?  I have […]

When you are just starting out as a new wedding planner, connecting with seasoned event planners is invaluable. They have walked the path you are starting on and are full of knowledge. I have recently seen some friction between new and seasoned planners in online forums about the do’s and don’ts of asking for a […]

Welcome to our Friday Favorites! Every couple of weeks, we share some of our favorite articles from around the web that we find interesting or will help you succeed in your wedding planning business. Are Weddings OK? {Slate} A New Era of Wedding Dress Shopping {New York Times} The Rise and Resilience of Destination Weddings […]

Welcome to our Friday Favorites! Every couple of weeks, we share some of our favorite articles from around the web that we find interesting or will help you succeed in your wedding planning business. Here Comes The Wedding Therapist {Bustle} How Digitalization is Transforming the Wedding Industry {Start-Up Guys} How the wedding industry is working […]

Welcome to our Friday Favorites! Every couple of weeks, we share some of our favorite articles from around the web that we find interesting or will help you succeed in your wedding planning business. Planning an LGBTQ+ wedding? Why inclusivity can be a driving factor for couples {Independent} The Future of AI in the Wedding […]

Success as a wedding planner is only achieved with the support of other professionals in your local market. A strong network of wedding industry professionals gives you a constant stream of referrals and a network of trusted services you can recommend to your clients. Since networking is crucial to business success, let’s break down some […]

Welcome to our Friday Favorites! Every couple of weeks, we share some of our favorite articles from around the web that we find interesting or will help you succeed in your wedding planning business. Spring fever hits wedding industry as post-pandemic bookings surge {CCX Media} Lavish Indian Weddings Are Back and Bigger Than Ever {New […]

How many times have you sat down with a new client to discuss their vision and they pull out an elaborate Pinterest board filled with amazing inspiration? They explain all the things they are dreaming of and then tell you their budget. You realize that their dream and financial reality are MILES apart. It is […]

Welcome to our Friday Favorites! Every couple of weeks we share some of our favorite articles from around the web that we find interesting or will help you succeed in your wedding planning business. The Top 5 Spring 2023 Wedding Trends to Watch {Special Events} Prepping Your Business for the Second Year of the Wedding […]