How many people really know how to listen? So often we listen while thinking about what we are going to say next. We wait for the break in the conversation so we can add our input. You already know what you are thinking. You already know you have great ideas. It's time for you to..
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Tip 10: Ask Vendors How They Set Up I once did a destination wedding in the middle of nowhere, and the bride and I had planned in advance the exact location and setting for the ceremony. It was very untraditional, and unfortunately, not all the vendors had looked at the floorpan and timeline. What happened..
When it comes to music, the cocktail hour is the most neglected portion of the night. However, with careful consideration, the right music decision can have a strong impact on the overall atmosphere and transform this sixty-minute period into something of more substance. In the last issue of Beautiful Bride, we discussed how you can..
While I wish I had a money tree and I could help everyone for free, my time is limited. Check out this article titled “No, You Can’t Pick My Brain. It Costs Too Much.” Please don’t take offense to this, because my heart is in it to help! When I take the time out to..
Tip 9: Always Have Backup Vendors If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that you never know what’s going to happen. You cannot plan for the unexpected. In today’s tip, I share the tragic story of a restaurant owner who died unexpectedly while working alone late one night. From having backup vendors,..
Tip 8: Do Not Overcommit As planners, we always want to make everyone happy. We also know that overcommitting can get us into hot water. Here’s a story about a bride who was visiting from out-of-town, and was adamant about meeting with the floral designer on a very busy event weekend. After a series of..
Tip 7: Plan For Unexpected Emergencies When the florist doesn’t show up, what do you DO? Well in today's tip, I share a precautionary tale of what can happen to you when a vendor fails you. Then, I'll tell you what I learned from my personal experiences, including how we ended up making it all..
Everyone wants to have their dance floor packed to the very end of the night. What characteristics should your band or dj have in order to accomplish this and is there anything you can do to help ensure your crowd stays up on their feet? There should be no pause between songs. Otherwise, people tend..
Thank you to Sarah Princehorn at Pathway Women's Business Center for sharing this with me. It’s so true! I wanted to share it with others! We become stronger by learning from these opportunities!
