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6 Figure Wedding PlannerCreating Compelling Offers as A Wedding Planner with Kelly Ann PeckKelly Ann Peck is a business coach and sales strategist at Sales UpRising that is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs develop actionable strategies that turn ideas into profitable 6-figure businesses. With 24 years in the events industry and as a sales expert, Kelly has sold over $23 million in revenue and has helped countless business owners transform their businesses into well-oiled, profit-generating machines. Kelly understands the challenges creative entrepreneurs face. From coaching her clients in her Mastermind to educating on the national stage, she’s dedicated to sharing her expertise and experience so others can become the success story they wer...
2023-01-1053 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerWant a Market Advantage? Research Your Competition the Right Way with Christie OsborneCHRISTIE OSBORNE OWNS MOUNTAINSIDE MEDIA, a marketing agency that specializes in ads, analytics, and market research. She’s a proud data nerd who uses marketing data and research to develop scalable strategies for busy event pros. Simply put, Christie has a passion for turning data into dollars. This is what gets her clients off the marketing hamster wheel and on the path to sustainable marketing success. As a top event industry educator, Christie frequents the national speaker circuit and is a regular contributor to top industry publications, including NACE, WIPA, The Special Event, and Catersource. Sh...
2022-12-2054 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerThe Mindset Shifts to go From Business Owner to Business Leader with Hunter LowderHunter Lowder is co-owner of Tortoise & The Bear, a business strategy, operations, and mindset coaching company. Coupling her past business experience as CEO of a multi-million dollar winery and event venue with mindful coaching approaches, Hunter helps service-based business owners create and prioritize a strategic plan to grow their impact and move their business forward in a sustainable way. Hunter's free customer journey audit: https://www.tortoiseandthebear.com/podcast https://www.tortoiseandthebear.com https://www.instagram.com/tortoiseandthebear/ https://www.facebook.com/tortoiseandthebear Catch Halima's free training here: www.heyhalima.com/boo...
2022-11-2926 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow To Release Control and Start Delegating with Jamie Van CuykJamie Van Cuyk, the owner and lead strategist of Growing Your Team, helps women small business owners become confident leaders who hire right every single time. Drawing from over 15 years of leadership experience, Jamie teaches her clients how to master the art of hiring. By learning the dynamics of each company and their specific needs, she helps them find their perfect-fit, long-lasting team members and avoid the hiring and firing cycle. On a personal side, Jamie lives in St Petersburg, FL, with her husband and two daughters, is a hobby winemaker, loves to travel, and enjoys exercise t...
2022-11-2239 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerOwn Your Pricing No one wants to work with a planner who gets weird when they talk about their packages and pricing. This is how you own your pricing so you can bring more couples, and money into your wedding planning business. FREE TRAINING: www.heyhalima.com/free
2022-09-1316 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerBusiness Is All About Testing and TweakingJoin the 6FWP and get 4 weeks of one on one coaching! https://sso.teachable.com/secure/404714/checkout/3884536/six-figure-wedding-planner?coupon_code=997 I give you permission to do whatever you want in your business. Just make sure you are testing, and tweaking based on data!
2022-09-0821 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerBatch Your Work & Save Your SanityInstagram, pinterest, client work, email, it can all be so overwhelming. When you batch your content you save time (and your sanity!). Follow these quick tips to finally feel caught up on creating content AND creating those timelines. Free action plan calls are back! Get my eyes on your business and let's create a plan for you to reach your goals. Book your free call here: bit.ly/livelywed
2022-08-3015 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerBeating Business OverwhelmBusiness overwhelm happens. Your inbox fills up and for some reason you can't seem to pull yourself to your computer to even open one email. It can feel paralyzing at times. Today I'm giving you some tips for when business just feels too overwhelming, or when you are just having a few bad weeks. Join the 6 Figure Wedding Planner Program for Only $997: https://sso.teachable.com/secure/404714/checkout/3884536/six-figure-wedding-planner?coupon_code=997
2022-08-2425 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerNever Create Content From Your Own Brain AgainWe all know creating content is a huge way to stand out online. It can be exhausting, and confusing trying to figure out what your potential clients actually want to see. This is exactly why you should not be creating content from your own brain! I am giving away the secret sauce to putting out content that your potential clients actually want AND how to do that without it coming from your own brain. Be sure to grab my free training: JOIN THE FULL SERVICE ACCELERATOR: https://livelywedacademy.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=4173215 FREE TRAINING: How to C...
2022-08-1618 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerAttracting Your Ideal Couples Through Strategic Branding with Emily FosterFull Service Accelerator with Halima: https://livelywedacademy.teachable.com/courses/full-service-accelerator Emily is a branding and website designer who specializes in working with wedding vendors and photographers. With 7 years of design experience and a background in event marketing, she loves everything weddings and events. She's also a recent bride which has helped her to further experience the client-side of wedding business branding and web design. Client Archetype Workbook that can help wedding vendors figure out who their ideal client is and what they have to offer (they just need to sign up with their email...
2022-08-0245 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerElevate Your Styled Shoots With A Live Painter With Cayla MrnikCayla Mrnik of Cayla Creations is a talented live painter for weddings and joyous occasions. Cayla has 10+ years' worth of painting experience and specializes in taking every heartwarming moment and turning it into a work of art. From capturing your live ceremony to painting breathtaking landscapes, this artist is dedicated to crafting custom pieces just for you. Today she is helping you elevate your styled shoots with a live painter. You can connect with Cayla on social media:bit.ly/caylacreations or check out her website: www.caylacreations.live
2022-07-2638 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Help Clients See Your Value Fast with Kate StoreyKate Storey of Book More Brides is breaking down what it actually means to have client see your value, and how to do it. All of this leads to a deeper connection with your couples, and you coming off as the expert they need on their wedding day. Find Kate on all social media platforms @bookmorebrides and join her free training: www.bookmorebrides.com/leads-workshop If you want even more help in your wedding business check out my free training: How to Create A Full Time Income So You Can Quit Your 9-5. www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-07-1942 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerDos & Don’ts of Assisting in the First Year of Business to Build Your Brand with Angel MolinariThe best and fastest way to get hands on wedding experience in your business it to assist other wedding planners. Angel Molinari of Angel M Design did just that to grow her business in her first year, and she is sharing all of the dos and don'ts of assisting in your first year. Find Angel here:www.angelmdesign.com IG: _angelmdesign Facebook/Pinterest/TikTok: angelmdesign If you found this episode helpful, watch my free training, How To Create A Full-Time Income So You Can Quit Your 9-5: www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-07-1233 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerLet's Plan The Rest of The YearIt's time to re-evaluate our goals, and see if we're on track for hitting them. Get some motivation from my training, "Let's Plan '22". This will be the kick in the pants you need to get back on track and finish the year strong. If you need some help reaching your goals, you need to be in the 6 Figure Wedding Planner Program. Check out the details here: www.bit.ly/joinnow6f
2022-06-281h 09
6 Figure Wedding PlannerThe Breakdown Of A Good BlogBlogging is great for so many reasons. Long form text/blogs on Insta are okay for the time being, but you don't own anything you put on social media. Anything could happen to Instagram and all of your content could be gone tomororw. With a blog, that is less likely to happen. Here is the breakdown of a good blog post that leads to booked couples. Action Plan Call: www.bit.ly/livelywed Free Training: www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-06-2119 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerQuestion & Answer StyleI'm answering all of your questions today! What's on my rehearsal cheat sheet, how I handle vendor meals, how I pay leads and assistants, and more! It's my birthday! My gift to you is 34% off the 6 Figure Wedding Wedding Planner Program. Which makes it over $500 off. Check it out here: www.bit.ly/joinnow6f Use code "34BDAY"
2022-06-1424 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerClient Red Flags To AvoidI'm not talking about couples that aren't your ideal clients. I'm talking about couples that don't value your work, or respect you as a business owner. You don't want to spent a year plus working with people who are just awful. I learned this the hard way. Make sure you avoid these red flags, and know that it is okay to say "no" to working with someone if it doesn't feel right to you. Free Training, How to Create A Full Time Income So You Can Quit Your 9-5: www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-06-0731 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerRepurpose Content And Save Your SanityStop creating new content for Instagram every day. Use these steps to repurpose your content to add massive value to your audience without spending hours creating every day. FREE TRAINING: www.heyhalima.com/booked FREE ACTION PLAN CALL: www.bit.ly/livelywed
2022-05-2418 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerCreating Multiple Revenue Streams in Your Wedding Planning BusinessCheck out several ways to create more income in your wedding planning business that fit into what you are already doing so seamlessly. Watch my free training to create a full time income in your business: www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-05-1726 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerCreating the Wedding Day TimelineWe're mixing it up today. I am walking you through how I create my wedding day timelines. Be sure you listen to my free training: www.heyhalima.com/booked If you found this helpful, you'll love what's inside my 6 Figure Wedding Planner Program. Check it out here: www.bit.ly/joinnow6f
2022-05-1020 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerClient Success Stories: Sydney Meyer of In Ink WeddingsToday I sat down with a past student of my 6 Figure Wedding Planner Program, Sydney Myer of In Ink Weddings. Sydney and I talk all about her transformation in the program, the big "aha" moments, the times that I pushed her out of her comfort zone to make big things happen, and how her business is now on track for her first 6 figure year. Did I mention her business is only 8 months old? Sydney is an example of all of the things possible for you too. Learn more about the 6 Figure Wedding Planner Program here; bit.ly/joinnow6f
2022-05-0336 min
6 Figure Wedding Planner6 Ways to Stay Consistent in Your BusinessConsistency is so important in your business. Showing up and treating your business like a real business is the way to true growth. Try these 6 tips if you are having a problem with being conssitent. Catch my free training here: www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-04-2627 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerYour Beliefs Are Not FactsAs business owners our beliefs are so important. The things we believe can become facts in our minds and it reflects on how we show up in business. This is your reminder that what you believe is not always a fact. We have to train our minds to think the way we need them to so we can show up the best way possible. Catch my free training: www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-04-1924 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerAssistants on Wedding DaysLet's talk about the benefits of assistants on wedding days! What they do, how they help, where to find them, how to hire/onboard, and how to handle after wedding tasks. Let's get to know each other on Instagram! Follow me and tell me you listen to the podcast. www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy
2022-03-2936 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerThe Math of A 6 Figure Wedding BusinessBusiness is just a fun math game! Let's break down the math you need to know to reach your goals. Don't forget ot send me a DM with your big scary goal- @livelywedacademy Watch my free training where I go over the actual pricing formula you should use to create your package pricing. www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-03-2221 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerIs Your Energy Scaring Off Your Clients?Join my free training: How to Create A Full-Time Income So You Can Quit Your 9-5: heyhalima.com/booked Energy matters. Don't let imposter syndrome win. Do these things before every consultation, meeting, or open house, to show up in a way that makes couples want to work with you!
2022-03-1524 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerWhat to Do With Your ReviewsPlease don't let your reviews sit on The Knot! Reviews are such a powerful piece of marketing for your business. Here's what to do with them. Join me for a free live training: How to Create A Full-Time Income so You Can Quit Your 9-5. www.heyhalima.com/booked You'll learn how to partner with big venues and vendors- even when you're new, what to say to stop getting ghosted, and how to build a never ending referral stream of qualified leads. www.heyhalima.com/booked
2022-03-0820 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerI'm Changing How We NetworkSometimes networking can suck. Who wants to stand around in a stuffy ballroom full of 200 people? Not me. Networking should be easy, fun, and about real connections. Tune in to see how. For a limited time Bianca Trevino with The Wed Strategy is bundling her course with mine, 6 Figure Wedding Planner and it's free when you buy my course. Bianca sold $18,000 through Instagram in her first year as a wedding planner and she teaches you how to do the same. She makes instagram easy! www.heyhalima.com/6figure
2022-03-0119 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Start A Wedding Planning BusinessWe're taking it back to the basics today. This is what you actually need to start your business. I promise, it's not what you're thinking. Free Training: www.heyhalima.com/booked Free Call: www.bit.ly/livelywed IG: www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy
2022-02-2218 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerBecoming the CEO of Your Wedding Business with Heidi ThompsonHeidi is teaching actionable things you can do to take better control of your time and step into your role as CEO of your business. We cover productivity, time management, an intro to what functioning as a CEO really means and why you need to dedicate time to it, and an introduction to outsourcing to free up time for revenue-generating activities. Link to the Wedding Business CEO Summit: https://livelywed--heidithompson.thrivecart.com/t3-wedding-pro-power-pack-feb-2022/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/evolveyourweddingbusiness
2022-02-1544 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerUsing Instagram to Establish Yourself As A New Wedding PlannerBianca really brought her A-game to this episode! Bianca is the founder of The Wed Strategy. While building her wedding planning business in Austin, TX she quickly realized how little information there was for marketing your wedding business, specifically how to use Instagram for your wedding business. After booking over $18,000 from Instagram in her first year of business, Bianca become passionate about helping other wedding pros do the same. 95+ Hashtags for your wedding business: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6052cb304a1c4a6aa7044aed
2022-02-0849 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerFrequently Asked Questions From Wedding Planners Part 4I'm bringing the Weddings & Wine Chat back! Join me on February 8th at 7pm CST for a night of fun, wedding business, and life chat. It'll be super casual, and a ton of fun! Send me a DM on Instagram for the link! www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy I'm still giving out Starbucks gift cards for reviews on the podcast! Make sure you leave me your IG Handle so I know where to send the gift card. Reviews help me know that you are enjoying the podcast, and other wedding planners as well.
2022-02-0133 min6 Figure Wedding Planner6 Mistakes You're Making In Your Wedding Planning BusinessIt's normal to make mistakes in business, but I'm here to tell you it's time to stop making these mistakes and move forward in your business so you can actually grow, book more weddings, and make more money. How to Become A Fully Booked Wedding Planner in 3 Simple Steps: www.heyhalima.com/booked Free Action Plan Call: bit.ly/livelywed
2022-01-2544 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerYour Automated Sales MachineThis is what gets couples to be a yes before they get on a consultation with you. Your automated sales machine keeps the excitement of the couple up before the consultation, during, and after. Grab the last spot of the 50% off discount for my 6 Figure Wedding Planner Program here. https://livelywedacademy.teachable.com/p/six-figure-wedding-planner?coupon_code=50OFF or use code 50OFF Let's connect on Instagram! www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy Honeybook: http://share.honeybook.com/fQWZr
2022-01-1827 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerIgniting Your Inner BossA little pep talk to ignite your inner boss to reach your goals in your wedding planning business. Listen to this again next time you need some more motivation to show up and book more weddings.
2022-01-1118 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerThe Truth About InternsHiring interns can be super easy. Having a team makes you show up differently in your business since you have someone relying on you. I am spilling the beans on my own internship program- the good, bad, and the ugly. The good definitely outweighs the bad when it comes to interns. Listen to the episode so you can see just how easy it is to start an internship program in your own wedding planning business.
2022-01-0438 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerMake a Big Impact with Your Website Images with Emily LeeEmily Lee is teaching us how to make a big impact with your website images. It's almost 2022 so now is the perfect time to update your wedding planner website for a fresh look that attracts your ideal couples. Write down these tips from Emily and get to work! You can find Emily here: instagram & tiktok: @byemilyjane, facebook: @byemilyjanefb
2021-12-2827 min
6 Figure Wedding Planner5 Ways to Attract Ideal Clients on Instagram with Maria OlivaInstagram is so much fun, but it only works for you if you're attracting your ideal clients. Maria Oliva is the expert at Instagram for wedding pros and she is teaching us 5 ways to attract your brides and grooms into your wedding business. You can find Maria on Instagram here www.instagram.com/sms_mediapr
2021-12-2134 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerCreating Reels that Convert to Sales with Brandee GaarWe're talking all about reels with Brandee Gaar! Brandee really delivers as she teaches why you should be doing reels consistently, how to never run out of reel ideas, and how to make reels that convert to sales. Use this link for $10 off Brandee's reels course, Reel Traffic Toolkit and be sure to follow her on soicial media . https://brandeegaar.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1069743/?action=signup&coupon=lively6f www.instagram.com/brandeegaar
2021-12-1447 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerDo This Next Time You Feel Unmotivated in Your Wedding Planning BusinessI get it. Running a business is hard. It's easy to feel burnt out and like nothing is happening in your business. When you feel this way it seems like throwing in the towel feels right. It's not. Your brain just needs a reminder of all of the things you have done in your business so far. Listen to today's tips and put them into action asap! Don't forget to join me for Planning the best year in 2022! heyhalima.com/plan22
2021-12-0709 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerBusiness Mapping & You: Simplifying Your Operations by Taming your 8 CEOs with Jen TaylorThis is the perfect episode for all of us right-brained, creative, wedding planners. Jen Taylor walks us through the 8 CEOs. She covers what they are, why they are important, and how you can do it all while actually planning weddings too. Jen has a simple approach to workflows, systems, and processes that makes it all seem so easy to tackle alongside your business. Here is the link to the Small Business Task List Jen talked about. https://bit.ly/JTConsultSmallBusiness And you can connect with her in her Facebook group here. https://www.facebook.com/groups/designyourbusinessjentaylor
2021-11-1646 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerThe Top Mistakes on Wedding Pros’ About PagesTaylor de la Fuente of Lemon Tree Editorial is sharing the top mistakes she sees on wedding planners' about me website pages, and some tips on what you should include on your about pages. You can start implementing these changes on your site today, then take advantage of a Free Page Review from Taylor. www.lteditorial.com/free-review You can also find Taylor on instagram: www.instagram.com/lteditorial
2021-11-0937 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerSimple Sneaky Ways to Get ReferralsHere are 7 ways to get referrals into your wedding planning business without actually asking for a referral. No cold emailing and asking to be on someone's vendor list here. These are ways that you can make real connections and get a stream of referrals into your business, even if you are a new wedding planner. If you are getting tips that book you brides from my podcast, imagine how much you could accomplish if we actually worked together. Let's book a call and talk about your business now, where you want it to be, and I'll tell you...
2021-11-0222 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerWhy You Don't Have To Wake Up At 5AM To Have A Successful Wedding BusinessWe've all heard the toxic message "Wake up before the sun and hustle if you want to have a successful business." This just isn't true. I am giving you permission to work your business how it feels right to you and to hold yourself accountable to that. Let's chat about your business! Book a free call with me where we'll talk about your goals and how to reach them fast. bit.ly/livelywed
2021-10-2624 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerLet's Get Visible!Brides can't book with you if they don't know you exist. How can you stand out in your wedding business? I'm sharing a ton of ways that you can get visible to your couples so they can book with you! Become a Fully Booked Wedding Planner FREE TRAINING! heyhalima.com/booked
2021-10-1924 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow To Turn Your Hobby Business Into A Real Wedding BusinessThis week we are taking your hobby business to a real wedding planning business. Want more tips? Watch me free training: How To Become A Fully Booked Wedding Planner in 3 Simple Steps. heyhalima.com/booked
2021-10-1219 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerGetting Your Ideal Clients to Find YouI have 4 easy ways to get your ideal clients to find you. Once they do find you online I share some tips on how to keep them around, nurture them, and connect with them so they will book a consultation with you and you will be their wedding planner. Be sure to watch my free training: Become A Fully Booked Wedding Planner in 3 Simple Steps. www.heyhalima.com/booked
2021-09-0827 min
6 Figure Wedding Planner6 Tweaks to Make More Money in Your Wedding Planning BusinessYou can implement these 6 simple tweaks ASAP to show up like a real business owner, and start making more money.
2021-08-0329 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerMy Number One Content Creation HackI know you hear me talk about blogging weekly, and posting more than pretty pictures to Instagram, but how are you supposed to come up with all of that? Steal my content creation hack and you'll never run out of content again!
2021-02-0216 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerLeveraging Instagram Stories to Book More BridesIt's time to stop putting social media on the back burner, and finally start using it to actually book more brides. In this episode I tell you exactly what to post to stories, and how often so you can build a real connection with brides who are ready to book you as their wedding planner! If you want more help in your business, let's talk about my Back to Back Bride Booking Bootcamp! Let's chat over a no pressure call and figure out if your business sis a good fit. www.bit.ly/livelywed
2021-01-1926 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerThe Difference Between Spending and Investing in Your Wedding BusinessIf you don't think you can afford to invest in yourself and your business right now, you need this episode! I'm breaking down the difference in spending and investing in your wedding planning business, and why it is crucial that you invest in your business if you want your business to grow. Don't forget to connect with me on Instagram so I can cheer you on in your wedding planning journey! www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy
2021-01-0819 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerRepurposing Content to Make Your Life EasierCreating content is a must in any business, but keeping up with all of the platforms can be overwhelming. I am going to save your time and your sanity by showing you how to repurpose content. Take notes so you can take action. This is a must listen!
2020-12-3016 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerLet's Plan 2021 TogetherI am breaking down how I plan out my business for a whole year, and the tasks I need to make my goals. Listen and plan along with me so we can take charge of 2021 and you can be the fully booked wedding planner you have been dreaming of. Let's connect on Instagram! www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy
2020-12-2229 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerTo Knot, or not?I am always asked how I feel about advertising on The Knot, and now I'm sharing it with you too. Planners either love the knot, or hate it. I am sharing the benefits of The Knot and how you can use it the right way to bring more brides into your wedding business. Don't forget to join me in my free facebook group! www.facebook.com/groups/livelywedcommunity
2020-12-1613 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Get Vendors Involved In A Styled ShootWhen you haven't made a lot of connections in your business, it can be hard to get vendors on board with doing a styled shoot. Styled shoots are so beneficial to your business, and I don't want this to stop you from doing them. Today I'm giving you some quick tips to make it easier to get vendors on your side so they say "heck yes!" to joining your styled shoot team. Make sure you join my Facebook group for more tips likes this! www.facebook.com/groups/livelywedcommunity
2020-12-0125 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerYour Packages Are Confusing Your CouplesYour packages may be turning your potential couples away as soon as they land on your website. It's hard not to throw everything in but the kitchen sink, but that can overwhelm your couples and have them looking for the "next" button. This week I'm sharing some easy tweaks you can implement today to get your package page looking fabulous and keep your couples interested. Huge news- I'm bringing back my facebook group! Come join the party for tips, advice, challenges, and a community of wedding planners just like you. www.facebook.com/groups/livelywedcommunity OR search facebook: Become A...
2020-11-1218 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerWhat's the Worst That Could Happen?Building a business is hard. And it gets even harder when you are standing in your own way. The big things that will grow your business, are often the things that we put off the most. It's time to get out of your head, get out of your own way, and start thinking like the fully booked wedding planner you want to be. Today I am breaking down how to do that. Honeybook code for 50% off: http://share.honeybook.com/fQWZr
2020-11-0316 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow I Prep My Wedding Planning Business for Engagement SeasonEngagement season always seems to sneak up on me. Between getting the kids back into a routine for school (well, not this year.) and wrapping up my summer weddings somehow it's the middle of October and I need to prep my business for the influx on emails coming my way, so I can book more brides and fill my calendar up for 2021. Today I am sharing exactly what I do to prepare my wedding planning business for engagement season. Honeybook is a huge part of my sales/inquiry system. You know I looove honeybook because of all of the...
2020-10-2025 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerAre You In Freebie Overwhelm?You've been grabbing all the freebies you can get your hands on, listening to all of the podcasts, watching the masterclasses you really don't have time for, but now you are overwhelmed, lost, and confused because it's just not working for you. I've been there too. This week I give you some tips on stopping the freebie overwhelm and how you can use freebies to actually benefit your business.
2020-10-1322 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerFrequently Asked Questions, Part 3Out of all of the questions I get in coaching calls, DMs, during speaking events, these are always asked! I know if some planners have them, you probably do too. This is seriously, so good!
2020-10-0621 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerIt's Time to Start Your Own Networking GroupDon't let this title scare you away. It's not as intimidating as it sounds. If you want to become a fully booked wedding planner, you have to set yourself apart in your market. Heading up a networking group (even a virtual one) is one way to do that. Listen in on some tips on how to do this and how it helped my business when I did it too.
2020-09-2920 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerUsing Pinterest to get Brides to Find You with Adrienna McDermottIf you're not using Pinterest the right way, you are missing out on so many brides! I got to pick Adrienna McDermott's brain, of Ava and the Bee. In this episode she is breaking down pinterest in a simple yet high impact way so we can finally use pinterest the right way so we can get found by paying clients.
2020-09-1151 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Turn Couples into Clients in your Wedding BusinessIt's time to turn those couples watching you on social media, into actual clients I have 4 simple steps for you to put into motion today to turn those watchers into paying couples. Let's book up your wedding business. Last day for bonuses One 5 days straight work with me week book that bride sales course All email swipe templates from inquiry to welcome email Let's set up a call and get you to be the fully booked wedding planner. bit.ly/livelycall
2020-08-2514 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerNailing Your Brand Voice Through Copy with Rachel KitchenWe all know copy and brand voice are important in your wedding planning business, but what exactly is it? And how do we even do that? I sat down with Rachel Kitchen of Veil and Verse and she brought her A game. Rachel definitely delivered on all things niching down, copy, and brand voice. Grab a pen and paper, you'll want to take notes and listen to this episode on repeat! www.veilandverse.com, @veilandverse If you love this episode, and want to hear more actionable tips on the podcast, be sure to leave me a 5 star review. ...
2020-08-1949 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerAbsolute Must Haves for your Wedding Planning BusinessThere are a few non-negotiable when it comes to running a business, here are a few must haves for your wedding planning business. It's best to get these in place now, even if it's just a hobby, because not having these things can get pricey in the long run. If you want to make money as a wedding planning, you have to treat your business like a business. Here's how to do just that. Engagement season is just around the corner and brides are eager to book wedding planners! Make sure you are ready for the influx...
2020-08-1127 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to get the Most Out of Virtual Networking as a Wedding PlannerYou cannot build your business alone. You need referrals from other business owners to put your name on the map. Networking in person is always best, but right now, not always feasible. Today I am breaking down the best practices to maximize your virtual networking techniques, and you get to leave your mask at home for these! This is just part of what I teach in my Back to Back Bride Booking Bootcamp. Book a free overlooked to overbooked clarity call today and get 2 weeks of free coaching with me! bit.ly/livelycall
2020-08-0431 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerYes, You Need A Blog for your Wedding Planning BusinessYes, that's right. It's 2020 and you still need a blog. If you want to stand out in your niche, blogging will help you do that. You can set yourself up as the expert wedding planner, make valuable connections with your brides, and fellow vendors, and so much more. I am listing out the top reasons why you need a blog, and a ton of tips to make it super successful. Who wouldn't want to organically get on the first page of google?? Don't forget, you get 2 weeks free of coaching with me during the soft launch of my one...
2020-07-2827 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerWedding Nightmare Situations, and How I Handled ThemI have seen a lot of crazy things in my 10 years of wedding planning. Today I'm sharing some of my crazy stories, and how I handled them. If you get one thing from this episode, it's this- Think about how your best self would handle this situation, and do that. I want to hear your crazy stories too! Send me a DM on Instagram, @livelywedacademy
2020-07-2029 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerPivoting During Uncertain Times and How to Suck it Up with McKenzi TaylorAs we all settle into our new normal, we need grit and perseverance to keep our wedding businesses thriving, and take them to the next level. McKenzi Taylor of Cactus Collective Weddings shares with us how she has stayed inspired, removed obstacles, and really pushed her business forward during these uncertain times. McKenzi's Details: Website: https://www.cactus-collective.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cactuscollectiveweddings/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRrqTx7kP06SofnnsU3cj4A?view_as=subscriber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cactuscollectiveweddings Pinterest: https://www...
2020-07-1445 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerFlawlessly lead phone and virtual wedding consultationsSince we are currently in a global pandemic and being encouraged to stay home as much as we can, you have to get creative with your wedding consultations, so you can keep your business going. I prefer phone consultations to in person meetings any day, and that is how I do 95% of my wedding consultations when we are not quarantined. I am sharing my secrets on how to run your phone and video consultations flawlessly, to make sure you book more weddings.
2020-07-0725 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerBuilding Your Wedding Planning Portfolio Without A Lot of ExperienceMaybe you're just starting out, or not doing your ideal weddings, it can be frustrating when you don't have all the pretty photos to put in your portfolio, or on your Insta feed. I have a list of ways you can get pretty photos for your portfolio, website, Instagram, and more without needing to have pretty weddings under your belt. Don't forget, the doors close on my one on one coaching program this Friday. I don't want you to miss out, go to http://bit.ly/livelyclaritycall to book a call with me!
2020-06-3019 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerSystems to Save Your Business with Amanda AcciolyIf you feel overwhelmed by all of the things you have to do in your business, then press play now. Amanda Accioly of The Lux Way gives us her tops tips on how to utilize systems to save your business. Be sure to f ollow her on Instagram @amandaclareaccioly. Link for 50% off honeybook I mention in the episode. http://share.honeybook.com/fQWZr
2020-06-2444 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerInstagram Bio Tips to Get Found by your Ideal BridesBrides use instagram to find their wedding vendors. Are you utilizing your instagram bio so they can find you? This week's episode is a sneak peek into my Free Facebook Group Community where I do weekly trainings to help my wedding planners get more clients in their wedding business. Join us here for more live trainings just like this. www.facebook.com/livelywedcommunity Let's get you more clients. Set up a free clarity call with me where we will: Uncover the weakness in your sales system Create an action plan to get more...
2020-06-0216 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerCreating Design BoardsI create design boards for 3 reasons. 1. Weddings 2. Styled Shoots 3.Me I am taking you through my step by step process on how I create design boards, from the design meetings to the final approval. Be sure to DM me (@livelywedacademy) your email address to get my design board templates!
2020-05-2623 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerGetting Seen When You're Just Starting Out, OR You're Just Not Getting NoticedYou need to get seen online, now more than ever. If you're just starting out, or you've been in business awhile, but you still feel invisible, then you need to listen to this episode now! I have 4 steps that you can to take in your wedding business TODAY to start getting noticed, and increasing your income.
2020-05-1934 min
6 Figure Wedding Planner3 Things you Must Stop Doing During your Consultations with your Wedding ClientsThese 3 things will have your brides tuning out everything you are saying and immediately googling other wedding planners after your consultation. If you want to book brides within 24 hours of your consultations, then please STOP doing these 3 things. Check out this week's podcast for the 3 things you must stop doing, and what to do instead so you can leave each consultation feeling confident in yourself and have your couples feeling the same way!
2020-05-1221 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerMastering Your Mindset with Amy Lee WesterveltThese days mindset can be a struggle. Amy Lee Westervelt is a Empath Life and Business Coach and owner of Gratitude and Glamour. Listen in and we talk about some tips to pull us out of our own heads, get back on track when we're in a funk, and master our mindset!
2020-05-0542 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerStaying Motivated in your Wedding Business While You're Stuck at HomeHaving trouble staying focused and motivated in your wedding planning business while you're stuck at home? It's been rough for me too. Being stuck at home, and having your routine thrown off is not easy. I've finally found a good balance of business, and family at home so I can continue to show up, so I come out of all of this on top. Here's how.
2020-05-0213 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerBonus Episode- Live Q+A From my Facebook GroupA sneak peek into my Facebook group where I answer all of the questions from my VIPs. Some things covered: 1. Can I charge for the postponements that are happening right now? 2. I'm having trouble staying motivated. 3. I am thinking of moving to a new state, but I'm worried about starting my business over again. Any tips? 4. I feel like I don't have anything to do right now. What should I be doing?
2020-04-2114 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerWill Your Wedding Business Survive the Pandemic?This is a scary time. But, what you do now matters for the future of your wedding business. I have 5 actionable steps you can take right now to set yourself and your wedding planning business up for MAJOR SUCCESS for when you are ready to book more weddings. Why wouldn't you take this time to set yourself up as the expert wedding planner?
2020-04-0825 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerWhat I Would Do Differently If I started my Wedding Planning Business TodayAs a seasoned wedding planner, I have made some costly mistakes over the years. Fortunately, they have all been great learning opportunities. If only I could go back in time and start all over again. I don't want you to make the same expensive mistakes I did, so I am breaking down exactly what I would do differently If I started over my wedding planning business today. Don't forget to book your FREE clarity coaching call with me to get my eyes on your business! http://bit.ly/livelyclaritycall
2020-03-1723 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerNetworking Doesn't Have to be ScaryNetworking doesn't have to be scary! Networking isn't just showing up to a hundred person mixer on a Thursday night. There are so many ways you can network and build meaningful connections, and I'm telling you exactly how to do it.
2020-03-1022 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerDay 4: Build Your Referral Network ChallengeDay 4: How to ask for the referral, Q+A, and I want to help you more! Turn your existing network into an unlimited referral resource. I'm talking about why referrals are sizzling hot leads, aaalllllll of the places you can get them (Hint- it's way more than you think!) And why you need more than one referral stream. I spill the tea on what happened when one of my lead planners opened her own wedding business and one of my referral streams was not as abundant as it once was!
2020-03-0633 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerDay 3: Build Your Referral Network ChallengeDay 3: Turning styled shoots, facebook groups, and real life friends and family into referral streams.Turn your existing network into an unlimited referral resource. I'm talking about why referrals are sizzling hot leads, aaalllllll of the places you can get them (Hint- it's way more than you think!) And why you need more than one referral stream. I spill the tea on what happened when one of my lead planners opened her own wedding business and one of my referral streams was not as abundant as it once was!
2020-03-0538 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerDay 2: Build Your Referral Network ChallengeToday it's all about networking events, building connections with venues and vendors. Turn your existing network into an unlimited referral resource. I'm talking about why referrals are sizzling hot leads, aaalllllll of the places you can get them (Hint- it's way more than you think!) And why you need more than one referral stream. I spill the tea on what happened when one of my lead planners opened her own wedding business and one of my referral streams was not as abundant as it once was!
2020-03-0542 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerDay 1: Build Your Referral Network ChallengeTurn your existing network into an unlimited referral resource. I'm talking about why referrals are sizzling hot leads, aaalllllll of the places you can get them (Hint- it's way more than you think!) And why you need more than one referral stream. I spill the tea on what happened when one of my lead planners opened her own wedding business and one of my referral streams was not as abundant as it once was!
2020-03-0326 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Set Your PricesSetting your prices in your wedding planning business can be stressful. Am I charging enough? Am I making a profit? Is it too much? How do you know when your price is right? In this week's podcast I'm taking you through how to set your prices so you can reach your income goals, and make a profit.
2020-02-2637 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerPreparing and Batching Your Social Media ContentKatelynn Camillo of Katelynn Camillo coaching and I dive deep into preparing and batching content for social media. She covers everything from why batching is beneficial to your wedding business, how to do it, what to post, and how to batch, even when you feel like you don't have time.
2020-02-1140 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerThis is How You Get Your Brides to Leave You the Review You know you rocked the wedding. The couple and their family told you how amazing you were at the wedding and how they couldn’t have done it without you. But now, you sent a follow up email asking for the review and all you hear are crickets. You get it, life gets busy. The couple goes on their honeymoon then they have to settle back into work and into the married life and they forgot about your email sitting in their inbox. You need that review. Your future couples need to see that review....
2020-02-0611 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Take Time Off Without Upsetting Your BridesBefore you take time off, make sure you do these things! Even if it's a long holiday weekend and you want to enjoy it, or a random weekday and you need a mental break, make sure you have these things in place so you don't make any brides mad. You don't want them to think you have been ignoring them for a week, when really you just need some me time.
2020-02-0414 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerUsing Your Website to Build Connection that Attracts Ideal Clients with Chrissie KenastonChrissie Kenaston of Copy with Chrissie is dropping all of her copy knowledge on us today. She shares what to include on your website, how to write an about me page, and how to make your website client centered so you are attracting the ideal clients you want to work with.
2020-01-2829 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerMy Top 6 Automation Tools I Use to Keep My Wedding Business Running on AutopilotThese are the top 6 tools I use to keep my wedding planning business running on autopilot. Life and business get busy, it's easy to let things slip through the cracks, but with these six tools I keep things running smoothly, even when I'm on vacation with my family or rounding the corner of a 4 wedding weekend.
2020-01-2114 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerSilencing Imposter SyndromeWe all deal with imposter syndrome, and honestly, it sucks. That little voice that tells you that you don't belong, or that you're faking it, or that you are a fraud, it the worst. I'm giving you a few simple tips to tell imposter syndrome to hit the road, and how I deal with it still today.
2020-01-1727 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to be Successful When Exhibiting at a Bridal ShowBridal Shows can be overwhelming, and expensive. I am giving you a step by step game plan so you can get the most out of being a vendor at these big bridal shows and open houses, whether you are a wedding planner or any wedding business owner. I'm covering everything from booth design and marketing material to how to network with other vendors, as well as the number one thing you MUST know before you go to a show.
2020-01-1429 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to be the Expert Wedding Planner In Your AreaDo you want more clients? Do you want to be taken seriously by other vendors? Whether you’re new to the industry, or you’ve been around the block a few times, you have to set yourself apart in your industry. You need to be the go to expert about wedding planning in your area. Today I am giving away all of the secrets on how to position yourself as the expert wedding planner and how it helped me form meaningful connections with other vendors and gave me the clout I needed with potential brides.
2020-01-0820 min
6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Be Productive When Working From Home- Bonus EpisodeImplement these tips into your work from home routine to feel more balanced, and actually be productive.
2020-01-0315 min
The Confetti Hour Podcast'Mastering Your Wedding Sales' with Halima Hanemann of Lively Wed AcademyHalima Hanemann is a wedding planner of over 9 years, and a coach to wedding planners. She started her wedding business with 0 and grew it to a fully booked business, as well as trained a team of professional planners, in less than 12 months, all because of her sales system she created. Her wedding planning business is still running strong today, and she now teaches wedding planners how to master their sales, lead consultations confidently, grow their businesses, and make more money. You will hear all about Halima’s journey and she will be sharing insightful and actionable tips on...
2019-12-2044 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerAnswers to the Most Asked Questions from the Wedding Planners I Work WithThis week I'm diving into a Q+A session with the questions I get asked the most from my clients who feel stuck and they need a little help. Do you have a question for me? Email me and I'll feature it in the next Q+A episode! hello@livelywed.com
2019-12-1723 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow to Rock Your Social Media Game on Busy Wedding DaysWe know wedding days are so busy, but now you have to keep up with your Instagram stories too. I am breaking down the steps to make this process easy and how to get your potential clients to want you at their wedding day.
2019-12-1719 min6 Figure Wedding PlannerHow Halima became a wedding planner, then how she started helping wedding planners grow their business.Want to know how Halima became a coach to wedding planners? This journey started over 10 years ago and includes a horror story from her own wedding. Join us as we take a walk through Halima's journey and how she knew she couldn't let her wedding day disaster happen to any other brides.
2019-12-1519 min