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The Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 71 - Up with Creativity, Down with GuiltWe just had a long weekend in Perth and I spent the long weekend doing absolutely nothing - no plans, literally none,  we were just at home… doing nothing.  Usually, I would use long weekends to do all the things, you know the drill right, when you’ve got an extra day and everyone just migrates to bunnings and runs extra errands and drinks more because you’ve got 3 weekend nights, and you’re seeing this person and that person and and and and and. We ‘Use’ the time productively or socially. Because we’ve been taught that being busy...2025-06-1012 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 70 - What's on your winter list?it’s well into May, wedding and event season in Perth as in all major cities around the country is wrapping up. We just finished what felt like a 3 week sprint – really job to job, day to day, what’s even happening, when we just get through this week we can focus on next week kind of stuff.  So the event world is starting to quieten down a bit, and instead of rushing from install to install, we get to breathe a little bit. Reflect. Dream. Work on the business instead of always being in it. And I feel...2025-05-2824 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 69 - Living the Dream with Emma RoseHello my loves! This week on The Bloom-Print Podcast I have a beautiful guest for you! And this interview could not be more passionate and uplifting. I first met Em in 2021 when she joined me for my first ever floral course The Inspired Series and since then it's been pure joy to see how far her business has come and the changes she's made in her life.At 32, Em is the ultimate boss babe living life on her terms—she’s got the career, the Cavoodle (hey Ruby!), the apartment, the wheels, and a whole lotta...2025-05-151h 10The Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 68 - Quitting My Day JobLast week we were doing an install in a corporate building on a Monday morning. We were there at 5am and were actually buzzing to make a 2m ANZAC wreath. Around 6am workers started to shuffle in and one lady in her 50s clutching a coffee cup says ' You've got the good job', and I thought to myself, 'yeah I really do!'I used to be that office worker dreaming perhaps of a different life, dreading Monday. I used to get this pull to do something else, as if someone was physically reaching i...2025-04-2521 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 67 - 'I wonder if you can actually do this as a job' with Belinda FleayBelinda Fleay has been a florist for 2.5yrs. What started as an investigation into a hobby very quickly turned into employment and the start of a business!This surprise was well and truly embraced, and so a home studio was set up and her business started to grow around raising her 3 boys.I met the beautiful Belinda from Rose & Lily Floral Haus in 2023 when she signed up for Wedding Flowers 101 at The Floral Art Academy.I knew within a few lessons that Belinda had something special - and so when the course finished...2025-04-1050 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 66 - On Doing Hard ThingsWe’ve all told ourselves that wonderful therapeutic line ‘This is hard, and I can do hard things’ and so far this year, I challenged myself to do a hard thing. My husband and I recently completed the 75 Hard Challenge and it has been really good for me in the most inconvenient way. So, if you’re sitting there like what the fuck is 75 hard. Let me break it down for you. It’s a personal development challenge you can start at any time and you do it for 75 days, it was started in 2019 by an entrepren...2025-03-2726 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 65 - If I started my business from scratch in 2025 here's what I'd do differently (and the same)Ever wished you could go back and do things smarter from the start? Starting your business at the moment and wanting to get it right?In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what I’d do differently (and what I’d keep the same) if I were starting my floristry business all over again in 2025, this time as a married mum of two, with everything I’ve learned over the past 9 years.From pricing mistakes and overcomplicating orders to the power of direct outreach and trusting my gut sooner, this episode is packed with the...2025-03-1340 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 64 - Nurturing Your Business BabyRunning a business is a lot like raising a baby - you celebrate the milestones, nurture it through its early stages, and stay patient as it grows. In this episode, I’m diving into the parallels between parenting and entrepreneurship, from learning to crawl before you walk to feeding your business the right ‘nutrition’ at every stage. Whether your business is in its newborn phase or starting to take its first steps, this is your reminder to care for it with intention, patience, and excitement for what’s ahead. Tune in for insights, personal stories, and a fres...2025-02-2830 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 63 – I’ve been glued to my phone lately – and I’m totally ok with itI’ve been glued to my phone lately And here’s why I’m completely ok with it. I’ve been working alot lately, glued to my phone and my laptop. The week before school went back especially, I had my phone out on almost every walk I went on, in the sauna, before bed, while watching TV (or not watching evidently), once at 11pm because I couldn’t sleep and my brain was ticking with ideas I had to write down. While my kids are having breakfast I’m on my laptop. After they go to bed lapt...2025-02-1621 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 62 - Investments to Fast-Track Your Business in the First 3 YearsIn this episode of The Bloom-Print Podcast, we’re talking about one of the biggest factors in building a successful business: knowing where to invest in those crucial first three years. When I started out, I didn’t always get it right, I spent money on things I didn’t need and hesitated on investments that would have made life so much easier. So, I want to share what I’ve learned to help you make smarter choices.We’ll chat about the balance between reinvesting in your business without overextending yourself, the mindset shifts that make spending f...2025-02-0631 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 61 - Starting 2025 with a BANGHappy New Year my loves and welcome to 2025!I'm so excited to be back in your ears on The Bloom-Print Podcast. In our first episode for 2025 I'm sharing with you the key things I'm doing right now to start 2025 with a bang. Everything from prioritising health to prioritising money making tasks and taking the steps toward moving my business in the direction I want it to grow this year. My key intention for the year is 'Money First' so expect to hear more about that this year as I dive deep into the da...2025-01-2323 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 60 – Your Questions AnsweredIt's our final episode for 2024!!!I want to thank you all for tuning in this year. I don’t know if you know, but I actually adore doing this podcast and sharing the lessons learned and a bit of my world with you each episode so thank you for having me in your ears through 2024. To round out the year I’m answering YOUR questions. And I’ve got 6 great questions here from advice for emerging florists, how to say no, what I'd do differently, and so much more.  I'm going in depth fo...2024-12-2733 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 59 - My 2025 FocusIn our last episode (58) I shared my 2024 in review - the good, the bad and the unsightly. I shared that while I'm definitely feeling a bit of a hallmark ending to the year, the journey throughout the year was incredibly up and down and my year of EXPANSION in 2024 also came with inevitable contractions as well. So in this episode I'm sharing with you my 2025 focus and my words/intentions for the year ahead as well as some of the goals I'm setting on my holistic goal setting chart. I have 2 key intentions for 2025: Money...2024-12-1930 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 58 - 2024 - My year in review2024, what a year it's been!For some it's been peak, for some it's been an absolute shit show. And for me - it actually been a mix of both - some very high highs and some brief shit show moments, in steep peaks and troughs.And thankfully, just like a Disney film, it's rounded out with a few great lessons, some overarching morals and ofcourse, a positive, thought provoking ending! So this week I'm sharing my 2024 with you - my year that was. So grab yourself a festive beverage...2024-12-1234 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 57 - A little bit of growthHey, lovely! In this episode, I’m sharing all about my whirlwind trip to Broome, where I spent two incredible days with Jemma and Tash from The Broome Florist at the end of November. These two are gearing up for their first wedding season, and I had the absolute joy of helping them build their skills, plan their logistics, and create stunning marketing content with a gorgeous photoshoot on the beach (yes, it was as magical as it sounds!).We covered everything from bouquet-making (Tash went from dreading bouquets to absolutely loving them!) to navigating the unique ch...2024-12-0513 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 56 – Clearing the decks before the year’s endIn this episode of The Bloom-Print Podcast, we’re tackling the whirlwind that is the end of the year! Are you feeling like a horse racing to the finish line or spinning in the chaos of carnival cups? In this episode, I’m sharing how I’m resetting before the chaos of December hits. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the year’s end, I’ll walk you through the simple steps I’ve taken to declutter my life—both personally and in business—to make space for a fresh start in 2025.Here’s what I cover:...2024-11-2816 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 55 - I took a break in peak seasonLast week I just took myself for a 2 night hotel stay … by myself! I know, What a bloody boujie b*tch! 2 weeks ago I was starting to lose it a bit with the kids, my husband Mark was away for work, my 2 year old was going through a developmental leap and waking 3 times a night, my daughter was really pushing the boundaries, probably because she wanted my attention and work was non-stop. And there were a few unforeseen problems I needed to solve that were taking a bit of my attention.  A fortnight ago I felt...2024-11-2112 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 54 - Stop Making Your Pricing About YouIf you second guess your pricing, constantly reduce it because you feel like you're charging too much, or change the pricing when your client cries 'it's too expensive, can you do it for less?' or simply - have no idea what to charge and are just guessing - then this episode is for you!Your pricing should not be based on how YOU feel. It should be based on the industry minimum standard and what the general expected pricing is in your city, region, area. We all want to be able to best service o...2024-11-1424 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 53 - Emmbracing Your Human Design with Cat SkreinerWhen we understand more about ourselves, we can understand more about others.In this episode we're diving into Human Design with an expert in the field - Cat Skreiner.Cat is a Human Design for Business & Career Consultant, empowering intentional entrepreneurs and business leaders to fully understand and embody their unique energetic blueprint—unlocking greater ease, flow, and abundance in both their personal and professional lives.With over 14 years of experience in corporate digital marketing and more than a decade of entrepreneurship, Cat combines her expertise with the transformative power of Human Design & Ge...2024-10-301h 12The Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 52 - I wasn't built for runningI used to tell myself ‘I wasn’t built for running’ I used to joke about it infact. I’m 5 foot in heels and a stocky little thing. I wasn’t athletic growing up and I didn’t really do sports as an extra curricular. Last weekend I ran my first half marathon, at the age of 38, I decided if not now, then when and also – why not? Why couldn’t I. At the beginning of this year when I started training, I couldn't run 3km and last weekend, I ran 21km with 5000 other West Aussies. And man it has taught...2024-10-1735 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 51 - Heart Centred Business with Kiera TreloarIn this episode I'm joined by my industry friend Kiera Treloar.Kiera is the founder of Little Things Events a bespoke full service wedding and event planning company here in Perth. She has worked in the events industry for almost 15 years in both Perth + Sydney and started Little Things Events in 2020 to focus on the types of events she’s most passionate about – the heart-centred moments and core memories you want to tell your grandkids about. She is renowned for wowing her clients by going above and beyond, and unmistakably for the solid relationships she has made...2024-10-0252 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 50 - If Not Now... WHEN?Last week one of my clients asked me 'El, do you really think I can do this, like should I really be doing this?' and it's not the first time I've been asked that question or had a conversation about whether you're too old or it's too late to be getting into something new - and it wasn't even the first time that week I'd had that conversation. This sort of thing comes up alot with my mentoring clients, and in my Instagram DMs and with my floral students. So in this episode I'm shifting your t...2024-09-2525 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 49 - 3 Ways I Pre-Qualify My Wedding ClientsHas it ever occur to you that you're choosing the client as much as they're choosing you? Pre-Qualifying your clients to ensure that they are the right clients for your business is so important and the earlier you can do that in the process, the less time you'll waste on a client who isn't your ideal. In this week's episode I'm sharing the 3 ways I pre-qualify my clients at the very beginning of my wedding process to weed out the time wasters and get excited about my clients.------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you're looking to...2024-09-1922 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 48 - Preparing Yourself For Wedding SeasonIt's officially Spring! Which means.... Wedding Season is upon us!So right now is the time to get yourserlf into preparation mode. Aa wedding season is a bit like a marathon and you want to make sure you're mentally, physically and strategically prepared for it. You and your family! In this week's podcast I'm sharing with you the ways I'm preparing for wedding season and what to consider in your planning to sustain you through this beautiful and busy season. --------------------------------------------------------------------If planning isn't your strong point, my love...2024-09-1225 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 47 - The Bohemian Flower Journey with Alisha Erin Part 2In Part 2 of my conversation with Alisha Erin from Bohemian Flowers we talk about freelancing, the importance of freelancers and what we look for and expect of freelancers vs the difference between freelancers and work experience, we talk about the evolution of style and what you learn from working with other florists.We talk about success, the moments that blew her mind in business, the moments she maybe wanted to pack it in #COVID *facepalm* and her BIGGEST advice for new florists including a good tool belt. "A florist is only as good as her toolbox and her...2024-09-0427 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 46 - The Bohemian Flower Journey with Alisha Erin Part 1My my are you in for a treat! Over the next 2 episodes get comfy and immerse yourself in the beautiful and bohemian world of Alisha Erin from Bohemian Flower. Alisha started her floristry journey when she was still in high school and took on a work placement in a local florist. From there her artistic prowess took hold, her creativity broadened and her boldness absolutely flourished as she grew her experience in the retail field before taking the plunge into her own business souly focussed on weddings and events. Alisha was one of the first...2024-08-2844 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 45 - Do You Need a Business Coach?Hello my loves - today, we're talking about coaching. I recently saw a post in a wedding and event suppliers Facebook group that said and I quote: “who has a business coach and do you find it’s worth it? How much do you pay? Are you seeing amazing (not just good) results?” Now I found some of the comments really interesting on this post and I also gave my input and I thought it would be worth sharing some of that insight with you as well. Because I get it - investing in anything is a risk...2024-08-1417 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 44 - Nothing Comes for FreeHello my loves welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast. I have had a lot of conversations lately about 'freebies' – about when to do them, what should be considered a freebie and how valuable or not doing freebies can be.So in this episode I want to share a couple of these instances with you and my views on this based on the experiences I’ve had and where I’ve got it right and wrong. We're talking collaborations, photoshoots and offering discounted rates or free product/service. Now, I am actually a big f...2024-08-0812 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 43 - 8 Rules to Biz ByHello my loves welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast. This month we are celebrating 8 years in the floristry business – 8 years! I’ve been reminiscing a lot over the last few weeks and thinking about how far I’ve come and how far the business has come over the past 8 years and if I’m honest, it’s the past 2 years that the most exponential growth has happened for me. So if you’re in the first few years of your business at the moment and everything still feels confusing – I promise, it gets better, the stuff you’re going through...2024-08-0114 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 42 - 18 years in the wedding industry with Jenn VezaGet yourself a cup of tea, a note pad and get comfy because what you're about to hear is 18 years of wisdom from my dear friend and wedding business bestie - Jenn Veza - owner of The Original Event Company here in Perth. You know when you meet someone and they ae just the absolute salt of the earth, the kind of person that really gives a shit about you and wants to see you succeed and will stand by you cheering your every move?My guest today is that person, she embodies that and...2024-07-2436 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 41 - 2024 Mid Year UpdateHello my loves welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast welcome to July!If you're feeling like the first half of the year has absolutely flown by, this episode is for you!Let's recalibrate. We have just skipped over to a new financial year, there’s 6 months left of 2024 and we’re in that phase where we’re assessing the financial year that was, we’re assessing our progress towards our goals, we’re tweaking and we’re recalibrating to ensure we’re on the right path for the second half of the year.  In this episode, I'm sh...2024-07-1717 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 40 - Retreat Wrap UpHello my loves welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast – how actually are you? In today's episode we're reliving all of the beauty that was the Wedding Flowers Weekender Retreat: how awesome the weekend was, what we did, how it was structured, and how incredible the group of humans was that participated in the retreat. I have first hand experience of the power of retreat style training where you can immerse yourself in something without the external factors, without having to go home each night to the daily grind, without having to do pick ups and dinn...2024-07-0515 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 39 - Cheaper Does Not Equal BetterWant to hear a story from a bride who didn’t book us? Outrageous I know – but it does happen. It happens a lot actually. We're working on boosting our conversion rate, but not by reducing my pricing. Because cheaper, my loves, does not equal better and today, I’m going to share with you, a few anecdotes as well as some cold hard facts on this. In the last year – I’ve had clients choose florists $4000 cheaper than my quote, I’ve had clients choose florists $10,000 cheaper than my quote, Now I only know that because I...2024-06-1921 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 38 – Not the time to hibernateGood morning my loves – I hope you’re having a sensational week! Well it’s officially June and the end of wedding season. This time of year the floral jobs in the wedding space tend to slow down in Australia. The key season for most Australian cities is September to April so over the winter months when it’s cold and dreary, when no one wants to be outside from basically May – August it’s usually fairly light on for weddings. Don’t get me wrong, there are still weddings that take place – the hotels and indoor spaces keep ticki...2024-06-1216 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 37 – Outsource + AutomateWelcome back my loves!I’ve just returned from a wonderful two-week break with my family, and it was absolutely magnificent. This time away allowed me to switch off, enjoy family moments, and find some much-needed space for myself. It also gave me the clarity and rejuvenation I needed to dive back into my business with renewed energy. This year and in the coming years, my husband and I are prioritizing breaks, travel, and making time for our kids while they’re young. This season of life has taught me the importance of two key elements that gran...2024-06-0623 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 36 – Blooming a Business with Rebecca ConstHello my loves welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast now if you haven’t listened to last week’s episode – stop everything, press pause on this one and go back and listen to episode 35 because that is Part 1 of my interview with Rebecca Const from Fox and Rabbit and today, you’re hearing part 2. And for those who did listen last week – I bet you are itching to hear more from Bec just like I was, so in Part 2 We get into a really in depth chat about business - we talk about being a business o...2024-05-2252 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 35 – Humble beginnings with Rebecca ConstHello my loves welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast. A few weeks ago I got to sit down and have a gorgeous conversation with Rebecca Const from Fox & Rabbit here in Perth who has been a big inspiration to me over the years in my floristry career. It’s actually because of Rebecca, and one of her workshops specifically, that I am even a florist today, so getting to have this chat was a really great moment for me – AND, I’m thrilled that obviously we recorded it – so that you can benefit from her incredib...2024-05-1659 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 34- The client that almost broke meWelcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast! I'm thrilled to have you tuning in for another episode.2 years into my business I received a pretty baseless complaint from a bride tearing down every single thing I’d done and created for her wedding day. It cut me really deep. It really shook my confidence. I was then shitting myself for about 6 months every time I did a wedding that the bride wasn’t going to like or that I was going to get something wrong and my self-esteem plummeted. I wish I coul...2024-05-0823 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 33 – How to get Freelance WorkThis week on The Bloom-Print Podcast we are delving into the world of freelancing: its significance, why you should consider it, and how to dive into this realm of opportunity.Main Discussion:Work Experience vs. Freelancing: Distinguishing between unpaid work experience and paid freelancing roles, and the importance of both in skill development and industry support.The Value of Freelancers: Exploring the integral role freelancers play in the event community, especially for small and solo business owners in seasonal industries.Skills and Expectations: Understanding the...2024-05-0117 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 32-The Real Life Juggle with Emma The CelebrantWelcome, my loves, to another exciting episode of The Bloom-Print Podcast!In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Emma Haynes, also known as Emma the Celebrant. Emma shares her incredible journey as a celebrant based in Broome, Western Australia, where she has officiated over 160 weddings over the past six years. Beyond her role as a celebrant, Emma wears many hats, including being a devoted mother, a dedicated teacher working in remote indigenous communities, and the co-founder of Fancy Pants Creative with her daughters.Here are some of the key...2024-04-2457 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 31 – EXPOse Yourself – How to nail it at a wedding expoHello my Loves! Welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast! This week, we're delving into a topic that generates a lot of curiosity: Wedding Expos.Wedding expos, open days, and how to navigate them effectively are the focal points of today's discussion. Drawing from 8 years of experience in the wedding industry and attending numerous expos, I'll share valuable insights on how to make the most out of these events.Reflecting on my journey, I recall my very first expo experience at a Yacht Club in Perth, where I learned valuable lessons about...2024-04-1728 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 30 – What 6 figures actually looks likeIn this episode, we’ll explore the attainability of earning a six-figure income in your wedding floristry business. Despite common perceptions, reaching this milestone isn't as daunting as it seems. All it takes is proper pricing strategies and a little business acumen!Join us as we breakdown what a six-figure income entails and how it's achievable through various pricing structures. However, it's crucial to understand that generating $100,000 in revenue doesn't equate to taking home a six-figure income. We delve into the importance of factoring in expenses, profit margins, and personal wages.Furthermore, we highlight the si...2024-04-1022 minThe Shake Up Podcast with Candice HarveyThe Shake Up Podcast with Candice Harvey52. The Truth About “Having It All,” with El TsangaridesSend Candice a text!Today I am joined on the podcast by Elysia Tsangarides (affectionately known as El). El is a Perth Based wedding and event florist, and a floristry mentor. She has been running her business on the west coast for the past 8 years and has worked on over 400 weddings and events. She’s 2 parts creativity and 1 part process driven garnished with a heavy grating of enthusiasm and she’s #not sorry. She’s also a mum to 2 little humans, a wife, a huge advocate for doing the work an...2024-04-041h 00The Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 29 - Our Q1 UpdateHey there, my loves! Can you believe we're already one-quarter into 2024? Time really flies, doesn't it? Today, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey so far and dive into our Q1 update.MAPLE & WREN - Floral Business Update:We've had some incredible achievements at Maple & Wren, from delivering stunning weddings to welcoming a new Virtual Assistant onboard. Standout projects like the vibrant wedding for Mel + Zan and the breathtaking corporate event featuring a 12m floral chandelier have truly made our hearts sing!ACADEMY Update:Our...2024-04-0327 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 28 - Becoming a Florist with Charlotte PennellIn this installment of The Bloom-Print Podcast, Charlotte Purnell, co-owner of Mother and Bride, shares her remarkable journey into the wedding industry. Her story begins with a deep-seated passion for crafting unforgettable wedding moments, ignited by the film "Father of the Bride." Charlotte's transition from corporate event management to wedding planning and floristry alongside her mother led to the establishment of Mother and Bride in 2018, initially offering planning and coordination services before gradually incorporating floristry.Charlotte's venture into floristry took flight when she enrolled in a Wedding flowers course at the 2024-03-2737 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 27- Feeling the fear and doing it anyway.Welcome back, my loves, to another insightful episode of The Bloom Print Podcast with yours truly, Elysia Tsangarides. Today, we're diving deep into the theme of overcoming the fear of failure and embracing growth. I'll be sharing my recent experiences managing a whirlwind of events and classes. Join me as I navigate the challenges and triumphs of balancing work and family life.Excited to share these insights with you:Facing the Fear of Failure: Let's delve into the heart of the matter together. I'll be...2024-03-2017 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 26- Ideal client with Ashlee BunneyThis week on The Bloom-Print Podcast, we're joined by the uniquely talented Ashlee Bunney, who's redefining wedding ceremonies with her humor and social media savvy. Ashlee shares her journey from entering the celebrant scene to becoming a celebrated name, emphasizing the power of authenticity and knowing your ideal client.Episode Highlights:Ashlee’s Journey: From newcomer to industry innovator, her path to success.The Ideal Client: The significance of targeting your messaging and services.Finding Your Tribe: How Ashlee attracts couples that resonate wi...2024-03-1337 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 25 - Working Around HolidaysIn this episode, I share insights from my recent travels, where I balanced the demands of work with the rejuvenation of vacations. Reflecting on a business retreat in Bali and a family holiday in Hobart during February, I discovered the power of stepping away from routine to spark creativity and inspiration.The art of balancing professional responsibilities with the joys of holidays hinges on setting intentional boundaries. Whether choosing to disconnect completely or integrating work with vacation time smartly, the goal is to engage fully with both personal development and creating memorable moments with loved ones. This...2024-03-0619 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 24- Making friends with Money with Diana ToddIn this episode we’re joined by our first guest for 2024 - our favorite Accountant (because she also happens to be mine) Diana Todd. Diana is the owner of Balance Tax Accountants and since 2015 she has been investing her Tax Accountant skills, time and energy into supporting entrepreneurs to feel confident in their business money skills, love their relationship to money, PAY themselves WELL, and overflow their business bank account with PROFIT. Balance Tax Accountants has also been my accountant for about the same amount of time, and I have always truly appreciated the advice Diana and...2024-02-2145 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 23- The Best Investment You’ll Ever Make - YOUAlright, my lovely listeners, buckle up because this episode is coming to you straight from beautiful Bali! Picture me right now, chatting with you from my cozy hotel room in Nusa Dua. Can you feel the tropical vibes?So, let me take you on a journey through this incredible business retreat I'm attending with Success School. It's been an absolute game-changer, and I can't wait to share all the juicy details with you.We're diving deep into personal and professional growth here, and let me tell you, the insights I've gained are nothing short of...2024-02-1414 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 22 – Valentines Day and Other Things I Don’t DoI run a multi-six figure floristry business, and I don’t do Valentine’s Day.That’s right, busiest day of the year for the floral community, great money-making opportunity and marketing opportunity and you know what? I have completely opted out. And that’s not the only thing I opt out of. In this episode I share with you the many ways of running a successful floristry business by focusing on the things you really want to do, the clients who really want them and get...2024-02-0815 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 21 - The 3 Key Ways to Market Your Biz in 2024It is no lie that the wedding and event industry is built on referral, word of mouth and connections. But it is really important not to be complacent in the thinking that business will just come to you. Yes, people will find you, yes, previous couples will recommend you – but you can’t rely on that alone to fill up your calendar (and your wage packet). If you’re not promoting yourself, if you’re not building connections and referrals – you don’t have a business. It honestly is that simple. If you’re serious about running a business and earning a...2024-01-3123 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 20 - Planning Your Ideal WeekDo you have an Ideal Week plan? Planning out my ideal week has been a game changer for me. If you are wanting to create space in your calendar, if you are craving a better flow between work and down time or work and family time, get a pen and paper because I promise, planning it out is actually going to make a massive difference not only in getting through all of your tasks but how you feel at the end of each week.  And if you’re thinking ‘How do I plan an ideal week wh...2024-01-2421 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 19 - How Are You Starting 2024?Welcome back to The Bloom-Print Podcast, our first episode for 2024. If you follow The Floral Art Academy on Instagram, you’ll know that currently I’m experiencing a bit of a period of ill health and to be honest, I’m absolutely hating it. This was not how I was intending to start 2024, but in a way… I think this is actually how I needed to be starting 2024 and we explore that a bit in this episode.  Let’s talk about how you’re starting 2024.  What are your intentions for this year, what do you want to a...2024-01-1719 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 18 - 2023 in ReviewWelcome my loves, to our last episode for 2023. Episode 18! I’m thrilled that we’ve been able to deliver 18 episodes for 2023. 18 conversations about your floristry business, about living life better, about all the hacks that make things easier, about setting up your systems and processes and how to be more profitable, including 2 beautiful interviews. I have loved getting a bit more indepth in this space with you, and I definitely plan to continue what we’ve started here through 2024 and have more interviews so you can get different perspectives on how different businesses are run and also some in...2023-12-2120 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 17 - There's No I in TeamIf you follow the Maple & Wren Floral Art Academy page, you’ll know that at the end of November, I hosted my first team Christmas party. And I was incredibly emotional about it. Because it meant more to me than just an end of year celebration, it was a reflection on how far I’ve come and what brought me here and I felt absolutely honoured after 8 years in business to have a team of amazing humans to throw a party for. Ending this year, we have a really good team and I value everything they do in th...2023-12-1320 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 16 - Trusting Your Intuition in BusinessIntuition is the ability to know something instinctively without the need for conscious reasoning. It’s often described as a gut feeling, a hunch or if you’ve ever heard your Grandma Joan say ‘I can feel it in my waters’ she was talking about her intuition not the plumbing in her bathroom. Intuition is an integral tool in your business toolkit. It's not the only tool but it should be a prominent one in the right situations.Studies show you conscious mind only makes up 5-10% of your brain where the other 90-95% is unconscious. That consciou...2023-12-0618 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 15 - 'Not Without A Consultation'Putting together a wedding quote without doing a consultation is like trying to fill in a crossword without the clues. You simply don’t have enough information. You are going to get emails all year long that say ‘Hi I’m Sarah, can you give me a quote for my wedding flowers?’ and the answer is ‘not without a consultation’.In this week's episode El shares the 3 key reasons you need a consultation as part of your wedding flowers process, how to structure your consultations including the when, the where and the timeframe, how online scheduling so...2023-11-2921 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 14 - The Goals I'm Setting for 2024Ok, I know, it's mid November. Which means it's time to get planning on 2024 if you haven't already. In this episode El shares the goals she's set for 2024 and also why she KNOWS they're a sure thing. She covers setting an intention/word for the year ahead and shares her intentions for 2023, what she's achieved and what she's setting up for 2024 and how you can to. If you want to live your life at cause for it, in the driver's seat of it and taking responsibility for you experience it - get on to planning it! That st...2023-11-2222 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 13 - Where are you blocking yourself?When you run a business, especially in a creative space, it can be easy to allow self down and imposter syndrome to creep in. And you might be unexpectedly blocking yourself from doing things. In this episode, El shares how this manifests for her, and how you can stop it in it's tracks and take control of it to put you on a path you deserve. If the only thing stopping you is you... then get out of your own way and allow your beautiful self to succeed and achieve your wildest dreams! When you inv...2023-11-1511 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 12 - 5 Things I've Carried Through From My Corporate EraGenerally when you decide to start a floristry business, you're thinking about flowers, you're thinking about weddings, you're thinking about celebrations, you're thinking about creativity and colour and texture and line and form and you're NOT usually thinking about the businessy things. When El started her business Maple & Wren, she had pretty much the same intentions. Only... she also had a background in a bureacratic corporate environment and now, as she steps into her CEO power, she's finding some of those skills and strategies more useful than ever before. In episode 12, El shares the 5 key things she's...2023-10-2518 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 11 - Stand Out on Socials with Brooke VulinovichThis week we interview the Instagram Queen herself Brooke Vulinovich. I met Brooke around 8 years ago when I first started my business. She was killing it on Instagram then and she's still killing it on Instagram now as the owner of Social Club Community! Brooke Vulinovich is the Instagram Sales Coach who transformed her passion for social media into a life of freedom and adventure!From turning her FIFO husband into a househusband to embarking on an unforgettable European summer holiday, Brooke's expertise in maximising Instagram sales has reshaped her business and life.2023-10-1855 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 10 - Handling Rejection Like Water Off A Duck's BackLet's face it - noone likes to be rejected. But rejection is a part of business and it's a part of selling. Noone in the history of business ever has had a 100% conversion rate. In this episode El shares her experience of rejection when it comes to wedding and event floristry clients, how she handles it in her business Maple and Wren, how to not take it personally and what steps to take to move on and focus. In this episode, you'll hear about one great tactic and that is to have a templated email ready...2023-10-1213 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 9 - How To Take A Break When You Own A BusinessWhy is it so hard for business owners to take a break? Often when we start a business, it can be difficult to take a break and there are a lot of reasons for that. But many of which... we've actually created ourselves. Taking a break from your business is imperative for creativity, rest, inspiration and for the love of life! In this episode El shares how she schedules and plans time off from her business and the strategies she implements to ensure it doesn't feel like a massive deal to step out. 2023-10-0419 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 8 - How I Created a Multi-six Figure Floristry Business Without a QualificationShe's not kidding. Incase you didn't know - El has no formal floristry qualification and for a long time she let that hold her back and mean something about her as a florist. But not any more. In this episode, El shares her journey to creating a multi-six figure floristry business to show you that there is more than one way to climb a tree, there are many directions you can take and whether you're qualified or not, you'll likely still have to do alot of this work to create a profiting business.  When it comes to...2023-09-2729 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 7 - How I Spent the 'Off Season'If you're wondering what the heck you actually do with yourself over the off season or how you're going to make money in your business in the winter months when the weddings are few and far between - then buckle up!In this episode, El shares with you how she spent the off season 2023 and the key activities that keep cash flow coming in during those winter months. She also introduces you to the concept of ACTUALLY TAKING A BREAK something alot of small business owners find it difficult to do (hence why we've put it i...2023-09-2012 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 6 - Your Network is Your NetworthIn this episode El interviews Ashley Matkovich, founder and CEO of Fusion Biz Co, Perth's leading business networking community for kind-hearted powerhouse female entrepreneurs established in 2016 with almost 500 members.  Ash has revolutionised the business networking scene by building a thriving network where meaningful conversations and genuine relationships come before sales and referrals. Ash is passionate about making real human connection sexy again, in an increasingly disconnected world. When she's not facilitating juicy convos and getting businesswomen to open their hearts, she is running around after her 2 little girls.  She is also a FIFO wife, wine enthusiast, recovering people pleaser an...2023-09-1427 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 5 - 3 Things I Do To Set Myself Up For An Easy WeddingFeel like you're always chasing your tail during wedding weeks? Is the wedding season getting the best of you forcing everything else on hold? Is your partner constantly rolling his eyes when you come home an hour and a half later than you said you'd be home on a wedding day? Gah! It doesn't feel great does it. In this episode El shares the three main things she does to set herself up for a stress-free wedding week. If you are wanting to step in to a calmer version of yourself as a wedding florist and sp...2023-09-0616 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 4 - Tech Tools to Save You Time in Your BusinessIn this episode, El introduces you to the top tech tools she uses everyday in her business to save time and ensure a smooth process and service for her clients. Don't be afraid of the tech, there is so much free and low cost software you can literally set up today and change the nature of your business by tomorrow. It's so worth embracing. And if you want assistance with your systems and processes to help you create a easeful business that turns a profit - enrol in  our new live online course 'The Wedding Bloom-Print Course'. It...2023-08-3017 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 1 - Welcome to The Bloom-Print Podcast!Hello and welcome to The Bloom-Print Podcast.In this episode you'll get an introduction to your host - Elysia Tsangarides - Owner and Creative Director of Maple &  Wren and the Maple & Wren Floral Art Academy. You'll also get a run down on what you can expect from this podcast - the literal 'bloom-print' for your floristry business. We're so glad you're here on this journey with us, we hope we can help you truly bloom through your business!2023-08-2407 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 2 - Five mistakes I made as a new floristWhen you decide to start a floristry business, it's because you've got a passion for flowers... but that doesn't mean you know how to run a business, or that you're even the full bottle on floristry. And you know what, that's actually ok, because when you first start - you're still learning. In this episode, you'll get a reverse 'how to' and hear about the 5 biggest mistake I made in my business as a new florist.Tune in and uh, hopefully you won't make them to!2023-08-2415 minThe Bloom-Print PodcastThe Bloom-Print PodcastEpisode 3 - Why 'Work-Life Balance' is a crock of Sh*tApparently we're all chasing 'work life balance' but in this episode, we unpack why this is kind of a crock of Sh*t. Instead we offer an alternative focus for floral business owners, a different way of looking at life and business, that just might feel a little more realistic and a whole lot more aligned. We offer some helpful tips on how to manage the full on nature of wedding season amongst a full, beautiful and busy life so that it works for you, instead of you working for it. 2023-08-2413 minMind You Performance PodcastMind You Performance Podcast39. The Modern Leader: ELYSIA TSANGARIDES - Anymore AnylessThe laughs are contagious, as Steve & Shay catch up with the brilliant Elysia Tsangirades. Elysia has been on an incredible journey from working for the State Government, to founding and leading Maple & Wren one of Perth's favourite Floristry Styling Events business and industry changing Floral Art Academy. Big energy, love and conviction can be felt throughout this episode.  Topics include: - the huge first roadblock to getting started - creating something out of nothing - business challenges that will never go a...2023-05-121h 00