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Spirit TalkSpirit TalkNo Hierarchy of SoulsIn this short but powerful solo episode, Brandee shares a channeled message that came through during a deep meditative state—what she lovingly calls being "heavily meditated." The message? A reminder that in the realm of spirit, there is no hierarchy of souls. Brandee explores the common ego trap many people fall into during the early stages of spiritual awakening: the urge to “wake others up” and the false belief that awakening makes one more evolved or better. She vulnerably shares her own experience with this phase and offers compassionate wisdom about soul evolution, spiritual humility, and rememb...2025-07-1809 minSpirit TalkSpirit TalkWhat Are Sigils & How Do You Use ThemHello beautiful soul tribe! In this episode, we’re diving into the magical and powerful world of sigils — what they are, how to use them, and why they’re a beautiful tool to incorporate into your spiritual practice. ✨ Brandee shares how a stroll down TikTok memory lane reminded her of her childhood “witchy” days, and how sigils—those mysterious symbols of intention—were once a big part of her private magical toolkit. She opens up about past-life impressions, healing the witch wound, and how sigils are re-emerging in her spiritual practice today. 🔮 In this episode, we explore: 2025-07-1219 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses291. Legal Landmines Wedding Pros are Stumbling Over in 2025 w/ Paige GriffithYou didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/applicationHow are Tariffs impacting the Wedding Industry?—Wedding pros are getting hit from every angle this year and there is much more than world trade deals to be aware of. In this episode, I sit down with Paige Griffith of The Legal Paige to break down the biggest legal landmines of 2025 (including why your all-inclusive package could land you in serious trouble...2025-05-2044 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses291. Legal Landmines Wedding Pros are Stumbling Over in 2025 w/ Paige GriffithYou didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/applicationHow are Tariffs impacting the Wedding Industry?—Wedding pros are getting hit from every angle this year and there is much more than world trade deals to be aware of. In this episode, I sit down with Paige Griffith of The Legal Paige to break down the biggest legal landmines of 2025 (including why your all-inclusive package could land you in serious trouble...2025-05-2044 minSpirit TalkSpirit TalkThe Energetic Address: Numerology for Your NestIn this episode of Spirit Talk, Brandee dives into the magical world of home numerology and the energy your house (or apartment!) is holding. From 1 to 9, each number carries a unique frequency that influences the vibe of your living space—and your life inside of it. But before we step through the numerology doorway, Brandee shares a heartfelt energy healing moment involving her son, a nerve-wracking lacrosse practice, and some barefoot reiki work that proves you don’t need a certification to offer powerful energetic support. She also gives a little love to the amazing comm...2025-04-2524 minIt All*It All*Episode 58: The Power of ResilienceEpisode 58. The Power of Resilience   #resilience #emotionalstrength #dailystruggle   In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore the concept of resilience, and that it’s not just about bouncing back, and also about adapting, learning and thriving through challenges.    In This Episode:  Do you identify as resilient? How do you work with resilience on the daily as a woman managing It All*? How does grief enter the process of resilience?   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share feedback, insights or questions you may have...2025-04-2224 minIt All*It All*Episode 56: The Second ArrowEpisode 56. The Second Arrow   #secondarrow #innervoice #havingitall #doingitall    In this episode, the Brandee, Jena and Sarah discuss the impact of the inner voice on self-perception. They explore the concept of the 'second arrow' from Buddhist philosophy, which highlights how we often inflict additional suffering on ourselves through negative self-talk. The conversation delves into techniques for managing negative thoughts, the importance of self-compassion, and practical strategies for reframing our inner dialogue.   In This Episode:  How do you talk to yourself? Would you speak to others the way to tal...2025-04-0830 minIt All*It All*Episode 55: Reframing Age from Liability to AssetEpisode 55. Reframing Age from Liability to Asset   #ageism #doublestandard #challengingthenorm   In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore the complexities of aging, particularly for women, discussing personal experiences and the double standards and limiting thoughts that exist regarding age.   In This Episode:  What is your thinking around aging – a liability or an asset? How can we challenge the norms surrounding aging and beauty? How can you redefine your narratives around aging and success?   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share feedback, insight...2025-04-0128 minIt All*It All*Episode 53: Different Generations at Work and HomeEpisode 53:  Different Generations at Work and Home    #generations #whataretheytalkingabout? #culturalreferences    In this episode Sarah, Brandee, and Jena take a good look at different generational expectations and values around work. They explore different scenarios that can impact how you show up like if you are the youngest or oldest on a work team.  And what about at home if you have teenagers and you don’t even know what they are saying – they laughed pretty hard about a popular phrase with middle schoolers.     In This Episode:   There are five generati...2025-03-1827 minIt All*It All*Episode 52: Take Me to the MoviesEpisode 52. Take Me to the Movies   #movies #emotionalimpact #havingitall #doingitall    In this engaging conversation, Brandee, Sarah and Jena explore the profound impact movies have on their lives, discussing personal preferences, emotional responses, and the values that shape their viewing experiences. They reflect on how films can evoke strong feelings, create lasting memories, and even influence life choices. The discussion also touches on the role of iconic films in shaping their identities and the joy of sharing movie experiences with loved ones.   In This Episode:  Why do we gr...2025-03-1126 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses281. The Power of Viral Content: Strategies for Creating Shareable VideosWedding pros, if you’ve been sleeping on video marketing, it’s time to wake up! In this episode, Keenya Kelly breaks down exactly how to create shareable, viral-worthy video content—even if you don’t think you’re creative. You don’t need fancy equipment or hours of editing—just the right strategy to attract your dream clients.Stop chasing likes and start creating content that gets shared (and you booked!). Tune in now and start making videos that actually grow your business!75 Viral Hooks from Keenya Kelly: www.keenyakelly.com/75hooks...2025-03-1136 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses281. The Power of Viral Content: Strategies for Creating Shareable VideosWedding pros, if you’ve been sleeping on video marketing, it’s time to wake up! In this episode, Keenya Kelly breaks down exactly how to create shareable, viral-worthy video content—even if you don’t think you’re creative. You don’t need fancy equipment or hours of editing—just the right strategy to attract your dream clients.Stop chasing likes and start creating content that gets shared (and you booked!). Tune in now and start making videos that actually grow your business!75 Viral Hooks from Keenya Kelly: www.keenyakelly.com/75hooks...2025-03-1136 minIt All*It All*Episode 51: Slowing Down… To Speed UpEpisode 51. Slowing Down… To Speed Up   #slowingdown #reflection #resistance   In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore the concept of slowing down in various aspects of life, particularly in conversations and decision-making, and the magic it can create when we do it!   In This Episode:  What does slowing down really mean? Why do I resist it? Listen in for the (painful) stories that we share about when we weren’t slowed down   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share feedback, insights or questi...2025-03-0429 minIt All*It All*Episode 50: Life Sayings and Asterisks Part TwoEpisode 50. Life Sayings and Asterisks Part Two      Hashtags:  #wordstoliveby, #lifesayings, #isthistrue?     In this episode the hosts each share how true they think certain life quotes – from leadership to family to competition – truly are.  Using a rating scale of asterisks, Sarah, Jena, and Brandee share their opinions based on their personal experiences in leadership and parenting.    In This Episode:   Is leadership about disappointing people at a rate they can absorb, as Heifetz and Linsky propose?  Is family forever? When is it not?  The power of words to change our perspective...2025-02-2529 minSpirit TalkSpirit TalkBrandee's Past Life RegressionUnlocking the Past: Brandee’s Past Life Regression Experience Episode Summary: In this episode of Spirit Talk, I take a deep dive into the soul through a past life regression session. Guided by Karen Hibl, I was put into a trance state (my eyes were fluttering and everything).  Karen was incredible at holding space and gently asked probing questions to help me get the most out of my experience.   What You’ll Hear in This Episode: ✨ The process of a past life regression session  ✨ How past life insights can help with healing, purpose, and...2025-02-2138 minIt All*It All*Episode 49:Let's Party- The Dynamics of EntertainingEpisode 49. Let’s Party- the Dynamics of Entertaining   #entertaining #hosting #havingitall #doingitall    In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah and Jena explore the complexities of entertaining, particularly from a woman's perspective. They discuss personal experiences, societal pressures, and the impact of family dynamics on the desire to host gatherings. The conversation highlights the joy of entertaining, the fear of vulnerability, and the challenges of managing a home while raising children.     In This Episode:  Why do you or why don’t you entertain? What does your home say about you? What ma...2025-02-1833 minIt All*It All*Episode 48: Reviving New Year's resolutions: Systems for SuccessEpisode 48. Reviving New Year's Resolutions: Systems for Success   #failedresolutions #goalsetting #havingitall #doingitall #systems   In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena dive into how you can revive your New Year’s Resolutions if you are like the other 46% of people that have abandoned them.   In This Episode:  Why do we fall to the level of our systems? What role does your environment and social circles play in our systems? We can let go of the “why” and be more at peace in achieving our goals when using systems 2025-02-1129 minIt All*It All*Episode 47: Pets- Blessings or Pains in the Assssterisk?Episode 47. Pets – Blessings or Pains in the Assssterisk?     #pets #love-haterelationship #socialviews   In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore the evolving role of pets in our lives, discussing the joys and pains of caring for animals.   In This Episode:  What role do pets play in our lives? Have we gone too far in forcing others to have our pets as part of their lives? Are pets a blessing or a pain in the Assssterisk?   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share...2025-02-0429 minIt All*It All*Episode 46: The Power of CuriosityEpisode 46. The Power of Curiosity   #justask #curiousity #havingitall #doingitall    In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore the multifaceted role of curiosity in personal and professional life. They discuss how curiosity can enhance relationships, foster empathy, and drive personal growth. The discussion also delves into practical strategies for cultivating curiosity in everyday life, emphasizing the importance of asking questions and being open to new experiences.   In This Episode:  What role does curiosity play in our relationships? Are you consciously curious? Why do we hesitate to ask questi...2025-01-2835 minIt All*It All*Episode 45: What Are You Tolerating?Episode 45. What Are You Tolerating?   #pain threshold #tolerating #change   In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena discuss the idea that we often wait until discomfort escalates before making necessary changes in our lives.   In This Episode:  Why do we wait for pain to make change? What are you tolerating in your own life? Will you choose to address tolerations before they become painful?   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share feedback, insights or questions you may have.  Leave a comment about this ep...2025-01-2130 minIt All*It All*Episode 44: The Limits Of Life SayingsEpisode 44: The Limits Of Life Sayings   #popularlifesayings #YOLO #followyourdreams #doordonot #lifelessons    Summary In this episode, Jena, Brandee, and Sarah take to task some life sayings.  How helpful are these sayings?  When are they not applicable?  How many asterisks do we want to put on YOLO?  On follow your dreams?  Tune in to find out.       In This Episode:  The hosts bring different opinions and experiences to unpack some popular sayings. Responsibilities can make it harder to have these life sayings apply. When does a popular saying hold tr...2025-01-1433 minIt All*It All*Episode 43: Why Our New Years Resolutions FailEpisode 43. Why Our New Years Resolutions Fail   #failedresolutions #goalsetting #havingitall #doingitall    In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena dive into why 80% of New Years Resolutions fail and ways to avoid the trap.   In This Episode:  How do we create a plan to succeed? What should we consider in addition to desired results? Is there collateral damage to hitting a big goal?   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share feedback, insights or questions you may have.  Leave a comment about this episode to be en...2025-01-0734 minIt All*It All*Episode 40: I Can't Believe I Said (Or Didn't Say) That!Episode 40. I Can’t Believe I Said (Or Didn’t Say) That!   Tags:  #comebacks #inthemoment #havingitall #doingitall    In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore that nagging feeling that follows many conversations.   In This Episode:  What causes the feeling of regret after our conversations? How do we make sure that we are in the conversation enough to contribute what we really want to? How can we handle it when there is something that really needs to be said or clarified after the fact?   Join Our Fa...2024-12-1730 minIt All*It All*Episode 37: Traditions: What Do They Really Mean?Episode 37. Traditions: What Do They Really Mean?   Tags:  #traditions #family #havingitall #doingitall    In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore different traditions and the weight they carry. They discuss the impact of holiday “must dos” on children and share their own experiences.   In This Episode:  What defines a tradition? Are traditions necessary? How are traditions changing? What happens when traditions have to change?   Join Our Facebook IT ALL* Podcast Community to share feedback, insights or questions you may have.  Leave a comment about this episode...2024-11-2633 minIt All*It All*Episode 36: What's Your Superpower?Episode 36 Show Notes:  What’s Your Superpower? Tags #superpower #connection   “To inspire people, don’t show them your superpower.  Show them theirs.”  Join us as we discuss what a superpower really is and how we can share these with our friends, colleagues, and loved ones to deepen your connection.  And as a bonus, we surprise Brandee by talking about what we see as her superpower.       In This Episode:  Defining what a superpower is (it’s not x-ray vision!) Deepening connections through sharing what you see as other’s superpowers Brandee’s...2024-11-1935 minIt All*It All*Episode 35: Your Life's PlaylistEpisode 35:  Your Life’s Playlist  Tags:  #music, #concerts, #playlists #havingitall, #doingitall     In this engaging conversation, Jena, Brandee, annd Sarah explore the profound impact of music on their lives, sharing personal stories and nostalgic memories tied to specific songs and concerts. They discuss how music serves as a universal language that connects people across time and experiences, and the lasting influence of music on their identities.     In This Episode:  What are memorable concerts you’ve attended?  What role does music play in your life?  If you could only listen to 5 songs for t...2024-11-1231 minIt All*It All*Episode 34: What's Love Got To Do With It?Episode 34. What’s Love Got To Do With It?   Tags:  #marriage #commitment #starcrossedlovers #havingitall #doingitall    In this conversation, Brandee, Sarah, and Jena explore the complexities of love and marriage, drawing from personal experiences and societal observations. They discuss the impact of reality TV on perceptions of relationships, the balance between fate and commitment, and the importance of willingness and perspective in maintaining a healthy marriage. Through their stories, they highlight the challenges and triumphs that come with long-term partnerships, ultimately emphasizing the need for communication and understanding.   In This...2024-11-0535 minIt All*It All*Episode 32: Own Your AuthorityEpisode 32:  Own Your Authority  Tags:  #ownyourauthority #authoryourlife #stepintoyourgreatness  In this episode, Sarah, Brandee, and Jenna explore the theme of owning one's authority across various aspects of life, including professional settings, parenting, and personal growth. We discuss the challenges women face in asserting their authority, the mental load associated with decision-making, and the importance of self-advocacy. The conversation emphasizes the transferable skills of sales and leadership, encouraging listeners to recognize their value and step into their difficult conversations with confidence.     In This Episode:  The challenge of owning your authority as a woman an...2024-10-2233 minIt All*It All*Episode 14: Reducing Frustration In Your RelationshipsEpisode 14. Reducing Frustrations in Your Relationships   Tags: #expectations #agreements #co-creation   Today our conversation explores the distinction between expectations and agreements, highlighting the frustration and resentment of unmet expectations and how we can shift that to more ease with the power of co-created agreements.   We share examples from trivial household tasks to significant team dynamics, demonstrating how universal this distinction really is in our lives.  Today’s episode includes a demonstration of Brandee practicing making an agreement so tune in until the end!   In this Episode  Distinction between a...2024-06-1840 minIt All*It All*Episode 8: What Motherhood Teaches UsEpisode 8. What Motherhood Teaches Us   Tags: #momming #trust #agility   In this episode we explore the unexpected personal growth that comes with being a mom. Given the true job description, it’s unlikely that most of us would have deemed ourselves qualified to raise children, yet, here we are.    In This Episode:   Being a mom pushes women to experience life outside of their comfort zones. Momming requires constant adaptation. Trust plays a huge role for moms. Detaching from our own notions of what our kids should...2024-05-0729 minIt All*It All*Episode 7: The Importance Of FriendshipEpisode 7. The Importance of Friendship   Tags: #friendship #belonging #authenticconnection   The conversation explores how the loneliness epidemic is a reminder of the importance of friendship among women. It discusses the importance of prioritizing friendships and the challenges that come with maintaining them. The hosts delve into the reasons why women may not prioritize friendships, and the distinction between fitting in and belonging. The conversation also touches on the role of social media in outsourcing friendships and the experiences of forming new tribes in different communities. They also touch on the idea that tr...2024-04-3031 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses220. Why You Aren't Hitting Your Goals (and what to do instead!)Brandee Gaar explores the transformative power of strategic planning and goal setting. She introduces the "Big Ass Calendar," a tool for visualizing and organizing the entire year, emphasizing the importance of seeing big-picture plans. Brandee stresses the need for SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely) in three key areas: personal, business, and revenue.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://brandeegaar.com/why-you-arent-hitting-your-goals-and-what-to-do-instead/=========================JOIN THE WEDDING PRO CEO ACCELERATOR!!!Transform From Overwhelmed Business Owner to Confident CEO:https://www.brandeegaar.com/accelerator =========================Thank you...2024-01-0928 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses220. Why You Aren't Hitting Your Goals (and what to do instead!)Brandee Gaar explores the transformative power of strategic planning and goal setting. She introduces the "Big Ass Calendar," a tool for visualizing and organizing the entire year, emphasizing the importance of seeing big-picture plans. Brandee stresses the need for SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely) in three key areas: personal, business, and revenue.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://brandeegaar.com/why-you-arent-hitting-your-goals-and-what-to-do-instead/=========================JOIN THE WEDDING PRO CEO ACCELERATOR!!!Transform From Overwhelmed Business Owner to Confident CEO:https://www.brandeegaar.com/accelerator =========================Thank you...2024-01-0928 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses219. The Simple Way to Maximize Your Productivity in the New Year!In this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO podcast, host Brandee Gaar welcomes health consultant Tanessa Shears for a lively discussion on entrepreneurial health. Brandee and Tanessa focus on simple everyday solutions such as sufficient sleep habits and morning coffee intake and the role it plays in our overall output. Tanessa, will open your eyes, as she underscores the significance of quality sleep and explains the science behind our daily caffeine fix.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://www.brandeegaar.com/219=========================JOIN THE WEDDING PRO CEO ACCELERATOR!!!Transform From Overwhelmed Business...2024-01-0235 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses219. The Simple Way to Maximize Your Productivity in the New Year!In this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO podcast, host Brandee Gaar welcomes health consultant Tanessa Shears for a lively discussion on entrepreneurial health. Brandee and Tanessa focus on simple everyday solutions such as sufficient sleep habits and morning coffee intake and the role it plays in our overall output. Tanessa, will open your eyes, as she underscores the significance of quality sleep and explains the science behind our daily caffeine fix.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://www.brandeegaar.com/219=========================JOIN THE WEDDING PRO CEO ACCELERATOR!!!Transform From Overwhelmed Business...2024-01-0235 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses216. "How do you calculate full service planning?" and other Q&ABrandee Gaar, answers questions from her audience about the wedding industry. She provides insights and advice on topics such as calculating fees, grassroots vendor networking, dealing with unfavorable personalities, and building a team. Brandee shares personal experiences and tips to help wedding professionals build profitable businesses they love.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://brandeegaar.com/how-do-you-calculate-full-service-planning=========================JOIN THE WEDDING PRO CEO ACCELERATOR!!!Transform From Overwhelmed Business Owner to Confident CEO:https://www.brandeegaar.com/accelerator =========================Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the...2023-12-1227 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses216. "How do you calculate full service planning?" and other Q&ABrandee Gaar, answers questions from her audience about the wedding industry. She provides insights and advice on topics such as calculating fees, grassroots vendor networking, dealing with unfavorable personalities, and building a team. Brandee shares personal experiences and tips to help wedding professionals build profitable businesses they love.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://brandeegaar.com/how-do-you-calculate-full-service-planning=========================JOIN THE WEDDING PRO CEO ACCELERATOR!!!Transform From Overwhelmed Business Owner to Confident CEO:https://www.brandeegaar.com/accelerator =========================Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the...2023-12-1227 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses213. "I want to hire but I'm afraid!" CEO Q&ABrandee Gaar hosts a Q&A style session on the Wedding Pro CEO podcast. She plans to include this format in the future, addressing questions from her Wedding Pro CEO community. Let us know if this provides you valuable content.The question this week prompts discussion of the benefits and challenges of hiring an associate planner but applies to all industry pros.  Brandee also talks about Black Friday deals on her website and shares a personal story about her own Black Friday experience.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://www.brandeegaar.com/213 C...2023-11-2114 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses213. "I want to hire but I'm afraid!" CEO Q&ABrandee Gaar hosts a Q&A style session on the Wedding Pro CEO podcast. She plans to include this format in the future, addressing questions from her Wedding Pro CEO community. Let us know if this provides you valuable content.The question this week prompts discussion of the benefits and challenges of hiring an associate planner but applies to all industry pros.  Brandee also talks about Black Friday deals on her website and shares a personal story about her own Black Friday experience.=========================EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG: https://www.brandeegaar.com/213 C...2023-11-2114 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses196. From Wedding Pro to Industry Coach. Brandee, guest on So Here's the Thing PodcastIn this episode, I'm the guest on Laylee Emadi's podcast, So Here's the Thing. Laylee is a photographer turned educator who now teaches coaches how to speak on stages and build better courses. We kick off with a discussion about my personal journey into becoming a coach, where I share the pivot, the pitfalls, and my most unpopular opinion of the wedding industry. It's a candid conversation that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from one role to another in the industry.Hello, CEOs! Welcome back to another episode of the Wedding...2023-07-2533 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses196. From Wedding Pro to Industry Coach. Brandee, guest on So Here's the Thing PodcastIn this episode, I'm the guest on Laylee Emadi's podcast, So Here's the Thing. Laylee is a photographer turned educator who now teaches coaches how to speak on stages and build better courses. We kick off with a discussion about my personal journey into becoming a coach, where I share the pivot, the pitfalls, and my most unpopular opinion of the wedding industry. It's a candid conversation that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from one role to another in the industry.Hello, CEOs! Welcome back to another episode of the Wedding...2023-07-2533 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses195. "Reel" in More Clients: Leverage Instagram Reels for Your Wedding Business Success. Brandee, guest on Wedding Pros Who Are Ready to Grow PodcastIn today's episode, I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Wedding Pros who are Ready to Grow podcast with Becca Pountney. We discussed the power of reels and creating videos that convert.Welcome to the Wedding Pro CEO podcast! I'm Brandee Gaar, your host, and my mission is to help wedding industry entrepreneurs build profitable businesses they love.Every year on this show, we like to spend a month where we highlight other industry podcasts that we love and that I know you will love too.Reels, short-form videos on...2023-07-1839 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses195. "Reel" in More Clients: Leverage Instagram Reels for Your Wedding Business Success. Brandee, guest on Wedding Pros Who Are Ready to Grow PodcastIn today's episode, I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Wedding Pros who are Ready to Grow podcast with Becca Pountney. We discussed the power of reels and creating videos that convert.Welcome to the Wedding Pro CEO podcast! I'm Brandee Gaar, your host, and my mission is to help wedding industry entrepreneurs build profitable businesses they love.Every year on this show, we like to spend a month where we highlight other industry podcasts that we love and that I know you will love too.Reels, short-form videos on...2023-07-1839 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#29 | Traveling like a local vs. a tourist: sustainable travel seriesDo you like to travel like a local or a tourist? Or a good mix of both?? In today’s episode, we’re continuing our sustainable travel series by chatting about what to do while you’re actually on your trip. (And if you haven’t already, go back and listen to episode #28 first!) Join us as we discuss traveling like a local versus a tourist (and what that even means), tourist traps, David of Michelangelo, neighborhood impact, swimming with dolphins, and more. So grab some tea, get comfy, and hit that play button...2023-05-1634 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#26 | The role of education in climate anxietyWere you taught about climate change in school? Are you feeling a bit worried about the state of the climate crisis now? Is there a connection between those two questions? We don’t know; we’re not psychologists or mental health experts.But, according to a 2001 report, 84% of 16-25-year-olds feel worried about climate change, with 45% saying that their feelings negatively affect their daily life and functioning*. Today, we’re looking at this statistic through the lens of education and discussing whether the current approaches in education are supporting children and young people.After all, feelin...2023-04-0430 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#21 | How to determine YOUR unique climate actionWhat brings you joy? What is the climate work that needs doing? What are you good at?If you can answer all 3 of those questions (and find a common theme), you’ve just identified your unique climate action. Yay!In today’s episode, we’re taking a closer look at Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson’s Climate Action Venn Diagram to (try and) determine the climate action that makes the most sense for us. You’ll hear us share our answers to the above questions and help each other find where they overlap. (You’ll also hear Brandee...2023-01-1749 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#16 | Spending money on things we don't needHave you ever bought something simply because you wanted it? Yeah, we thought so. (Well, we’re assuming so.) Or maybe you’re like Brandee and occasionally go on spending sprees. In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the wave of guilt her recent spree has brought on, what makes us want to consume in the first place, and whether there’s a way to consume that is more ethical.So grab some tea, get comfy, and hit that play button. Links and resources:Article | Capitalism...2022-10-2532 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#12 | Spilling the tea on (wasting) waterBecause even though it doesn’t always feel like it, water is a limited resource.In today’s episode, we are taking a deep dive into (wasting) water and how we can start treating it more like the limited resource that it is. We chat about Brandee’s love of long hot showers (and what’s even considered long), the proper way to wash dishes, and some of our more intimate bathroom secrets (like how often we flush and whether we brush our teeth in the shower). Links and resources:In China, ag...2022-05-1741 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#11 | Moving (house) and living with roommatesToday, we are spilling the tea on moving (house) and living with roommates.We get it; it can be very tempting to simply leave all of your old crap behind (or throw it away) and buy all new stuff in your new apartment/flat/whatever you call it. But that’s probably not the most environmentally friendly way to move.In today’s episode, we struggle (slightly) to get back into the groove of podcasting after Hannah’s brief hiatus. We chat about Hannah’s recent move (the reason for her hiatus), how there’s no one rig...2022-05-0345 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesS14. 5 Reels mistakes I've made (so you don't have to)I'm making the mistakes so you don't have to!  In today's SHORT, I'm sharing 5 things I've tested on various accounts to see what works and what doesn't on small business accounts.  As I'll share in the episode, the accounts I use for testing are:Brandee GaarBlushPink AvocadoGrab the Reel Traffic Toolkit here!Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 2022 we ch...2022-04-0728 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesS14. 5 Reels mistakes I've made (so you don't have to)I'm making the mistakes so you don't have to!  In today's SHORT, I'm sharing 5 things I've tested on various accounts to see what works and what doesn't on small business accounts.  As I'll share in the episode, the accounts I use for testing are:Brandee GaarBlushPink AvocadoGrab the Reel Traffic Toolkit here!Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 2022 we ch...2022-04-0728 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#9 | The sustainability of anesthesia with CRNA Kelly Pucillo (Part 1)Today, we have a very special episode for you with our #1 fan. (And please pardon the hammering that would not stop in time for the start of this episode. Construction on the weekends should not be allowed.) Sadly, Hannah could not join us for this one, so I (Brandee) am flying solo. Well, not quite. In today’s episode, I have a very impromptu chat with Kelly Pucillo, one of my closest friends, about healthcare and the sustainability struggles she faces as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist).  We’ve been friends since nursi...2022-04-0525 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable Living#8 | Life isn't Fair, but your purchases can beWhat is Fairtrade? How do we cope with sticker shock when in the shops? Is it possible to have environmental justice without justice for workers? We tackle these questions and more as we return to one of our favourite topics - yes, you guessed it, food! In today’s episode, we use the UK-based Fairtrade Fortnight (yes, that means two weeks, Brandee) as a jumping-off point to discuss Fairtrade labels, sustainable production, and justice for all. We share our thoughts about navigating the supermarket aisles and whether we really can trust food labels. So grab so...2022-03-0326 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesS3. What does it even mean to work ON your business?You've likely heard over and over that as the CEO of your business you need to work ON your business more than you work IN your business.  But what does that even mean?  What is the difference between these tasks?  In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what I do during my CEO days and what I encourage my CEO Mastermind members to to do as well.Brandee's CEO Mastermind GroupKickstart Accounting -----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show us...2022-01-2015 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesS3. What does it even mean to work ON your business?You've likely heard over and over that as the CEO of your business you need to work ON your business more than you work IN your business.  But what does that even mean?  What is the difference between these tasks?  In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what I do during my CEO days and what I encourage my CEO Mastermind members to to do as well.Brandee's CEO Mastermind GroupKickstart Accounting -----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show us...2022-01-2015 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses109. Does your marketing have a strategy?Seeing that we’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season, I wanted to share my exact strategy (literally, step-by-step!) on how we stay consistent with our marketing strategy at my coaching business, Brandee Gaar, and my wedding planning company, Blush.I knew I had to sit down and record this episode because it’s been a huge topic of interest in our CEO Mastermind Group. We are busy entrepreneurs, and it can feel impossible to keep up with our ever-growing to-do list. That is, unless you have a well-thought out plan.Grab a no...2021-11-2340 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses109. Does your marketing have a strategy?Seeing that we’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season, I wanted to share my exact strategy (literally, step-by-step!) on how we stay consistent with our marketing strategy at my coaching business, Brandee Gaar, and my wedding planning company, Blush.I knew I had to sit down and record this episode because it’s been a huge topic of interest in our CEO Mastermind Group. We are busy entrepreneurs, and it can feel impossible to keep up with our ever-growing to-do list. That is, unless you have a well-thought out plan.Grab a no...2021-11-2340 minThe Tea on Sustainable LivingThe Tea on Sustainable LivingWelcome to The Tea on Sustainable Living podcast!Welcome to The Tea on Sustainable Living, a podcast where we spill the tea on living sustainably in a world on fire. (The “tea” being our honest thoughts, struggles, and whatever else comes up along the way.) It's not easy living on a dying planet. Between work, relationships, bills, and the never-ending laundry, we all have enough on our plates (and yet ANOTHER dish to wash). Add in the state of the world, and it's natural that we want to curl up in bed (re-reading our favorite fantasy novels, of course). Taking action isn’t as black...2021-11-0201 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses96. Talk about smarter social mediaWelcome to the forth and final episode of the four part series where we're sharing other podcasts that I personally learn from and listen to every single week that I am Subscribed to.  This episode Brandee was on Renee Dalo's podcast Talk with Renee Dalo. We're sharing these with you here on my platform so that you can find other educators to listen to and learn from to grow and scale your business!!!A value for value cross promotion of wedding and event podcasts!!-----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have jus...2021-08-2446 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses96. Talk about smarter social mediaWelcome to the forth and final episode of the four part series where we're sharing other podcasts that I personally learn from and listen to every single week that I am Subscribed to.  This episode Brandee was on Renee Dalo's podcast Talk with Renee Dalo. We're sharing these with you here on my platform so that you can find other educators to listen to and learn from to grow and scale your business!!!A value for value cross promotion of wedding and event podcasts!!-----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have jus...2021-08-2446 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses92. Meet the Gaars: Roadtrip!Listen in as Ira and Brandee recap their month long RV trip in this special episode of Meet the Gaars. Join us as we recap our process for planning for a month long road trip as business owners. Good news is we survived and we have a new side business that Brandee will share with you! -----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 2022 we changed the name...2021-07-2738 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses92. Meet the Gaars: Roadtrip!Listen in as Ira and Brandee recap their month long RV trip in this special episode of Meet the Gaars. Join us as we recap our process for planning for a month long road trip as business owners. Good news is we survived and we have a new side business that Brandee will share with you! -----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 2022 we changed the name...2021-07-2738 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses89. Stop "selling"Beth Chapman is such a wonderful and talented woman who does almost everything under the sun, but her primary passion (besides fashion) is teaching wedding professionals the art of selling seamlessly to their clients. I’m so excited for you to meet Beth Chapman @BethChapmanStyling (if you haven’t met her already)! Actually, she teaches how we can embrace the role of not just a salesperson, but a solutions finder.with Beth Chapman and Brandee GaarWhen you think of your job, what words come to your mind?Probably wedding planner, wedding educator, crea...2021-07-0637 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses89. Stop "selling"Beth Chapman is such a wonderful and talented woman who does almost everything under the sun, but her primary passion (besides fashion) is teaching wedding professionals the art of selling seamlessly to their clients. I’m so excited for you to meet Beth Chapman @BethChapmanStyling (if you haven’t met her already)! Actually, she teaches how we can embrace the role of not just a salesperson, but a solutions finder.with Beth Chapman and Brandee GaarWhen you think of your job, what words come to your mind?Probably wedding planner, wedding educator, crea...2021-07-0637 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses83. Streamline event planning with Planning PodJeff Kear is the CEO and Co-founder of the #1 all-in-one event management software for event planners and venues: Planning Pod.He's been an entrepreneur for 20+ years and grew a passion to help event professionals and venue owners streamline their business backend.It's the tool that my event planning business, Blush and Eleven, uses for event management and we STRONGLY recommend you check it out for yourself! Let the team know that I sent you!!After trying out a ton of software—and I mean a ton—there was no other tool that understood the...2021-05-2548 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses83. Streamline event planning with Planning PodJeff Kear is the CEO and Co-founder of the #1 all-in-one event management software for event planners and venues: Planning Pod.He's been an entrepreneur for 20+ years and grew a passion to help event professionals and venue owners streamline their business backend.It's the tool that my event planning business, Blush and Eleven, uses for event management and we STRONGLY recommend you check it out for yourself! Let the team know that I sent you!!After trying out a ton of software—and I mean a ton—there was no other tool that understood the...2021-05-2548 minSpirit TalkSpirit TalkIntuition vs. AnxietyHow does one tell the difference between intuition and anxiety?  In this episode, Brandee gives tips and tricks on how to determine the difference.  She also talks about developing spiritual abilities and how that can decrease anxiety.   Book recommendation:  A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle  Do you enjoy the podcast?  If so, please leave a review.     Join the discussion group on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1054650118279448/ Follow Brandee on IG at:  https://www.instagram.com/spirittalk13/     2021-03-0213 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses71. Creating a 5 star client experienceChristine Hughey's started her Downtown Nashville food tour, A Little Local Flavor, with the goal to put at least $1million dollars back into locally owned businesses (with a $0 ad budget and 136 other tour companies in the city).So she decided that extremely high-quality service would be most important for her to STAND OUT! Pre-pandemic they were rated 5 out of 152 tour companies in Nashville. And in August of 2020 on TripAdvisor, they ranked in the top 10% of attractions worldwide. She accomplished this all with word of mouth, five-star reviews, and a five-star experience. ...2021-03-0236 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses71. Creating a 5 star client experienceChristine Hughey's started her Downtown Nashville food tour, A Little Local Flavor, with the goal to put at least $1million dollars back into locally owned businesses (with a $0 ad budget and 136 other tour companies in the city).So she decided that extremely high-quality service would be most important for her to STAND OUT! Pre-pandemic they were rated 5 out of 152 tour companies in Nashville. And in August of 2020 on TripAdvisor, they ranked in the top 10% of attractions worldwide. She accomplished this all with word of mouth, five-star reviews, and a five-star experience. ...2021-03-0236 minWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding BusinessesWedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses70. How to use Reels for organic reachInstagram reels are not going anywhere anytime soon.What I hear from wedding pros avoiding them like COVID—other than not wanting to dance—is they don't have time.But guess what? With reels, you don't have to create new content. You just have to create the same content you're already making in a new way.In today's episode, I'll walk you through three ways our brands are using reels in a super simple way to boost our organic website traffic.If you're stuc...2021-02-2319 min