Best Weddingindustry Podcasts (2024)

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276. 6 Ways to Reconnect, Recharge, and Prioritize Yourself 21:18

1d ago21:18

21:18

As entrepreneurs, we carry a heavy load. We're leading our teams, we're planning for more growth, we're handling setbacks, trying to build profitability, we're making sure we're serving our clients, we want to market to reach a wider audience. It's exhausting. And then, as women, I feel like the load is even greater. We strive to create opportuniti…

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275. How to Audit Your Life + Business to Reclaim Your Joy 27:42

8d ago27:42

27:42

On last week's episode, Megan took you on a behind the scenes journey to the beginning of this year when she was on a two day workation retreat with her friend and business coach, Rachel Sheerin. She brought a whirlwind of ideas, enough for a 30-day retreat, but along with the excitement and the ideas, she also brought lots of overwhelm, exhaustion…

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274. Burnout Red Flags: How to Spot Them and What to Do Next 31:42

16d ago31:42

31:42

If you listened to episode 272, you heard about Megan's burnout and why she took a pause from recording new episodes of the podcast. But that's not quite the whole story. Back in January, Megan went on a weekend retreat with her coach, friend, and business partner Rachel Sheerin. It was there that Rachel realized this wouldn't be a normal workcatio…

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273. How to Navigate Out of Career and Personal Ruts, with KT Merry 41:05

23d ago41:05

41:05

One of the quickest routes to burnout (see episode 272) is doing the same thing over and over, staying on that hamster wheel until you're running so fast, you’re exhausted, and realize you’re not even sure you like this hamster wheel anymore. Sometimes, we get so caught up in the routine that we forget to pause and reassess if it’s still working fo…

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RE: Talking About Causes You Care About As A Business Owner, With Peta O'Brien Day 44:49

29d ago44:49

44:49

Talking about causes you care about online can seem fraught with difficulty, but still super important - so how can you broach the subject? We talked to copywriter and strategist Peta O'Brien-Day on how to share the causes you care about without getting cancelled.By Ellie Kime & Rachel Waring

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RE: Your Content Repurposing Strategy with Felly Day 39:35

1M ago39:35

39:35

If you feel like you can never get off the endless treadmill of creating content, then you need Felly Day. Her Content Repurposing Strategy is all about making the most out of what you create, getting multiple posts out of one piece of content! Freeing up our time whilst still serving our followers loads of top-notch content? We'll take 5, please.…

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272. Burnout: My Old Habits Die Screaming Story 17:51

1M ago17:51

17:51

Megan here. I'm back, and I'm inviting you into a personal reflection and behind-the-scenes look at what burnout can look like—not just as a business owner, but as a human - a human who needs to stop fighting and pushing through burnout but instead heal the root cause. I’ve talked about burnout before on the podcast: 194: Ask Me Anything (About Bur…

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RE: Going fully self-employed with Imogen Partridge 47:42

1M ago47:42

47:42

After building up her watercolour illustration business as a side hustle, Imogen Partridge went fully self-employed in January this year. We catch up with her about transitioning from a full-time position to full self-employment: the mindset she found helpful, how social media played a positive role, and her helpful advice too.…

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RE: How to Give Good Client Gifts 32:10

2M ago32:10

32:10

From putting lil summin-summins in with an order to bigger gifts to welcome clients onto courses or programs, client gifts are a fun way to add some more delight for your customers. But how much should you be spending? What works as a client gift? How should you send them? We chat through it all, including our best and worst gift experiences too!…

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(Encore) Professional Etiquette Tips for Wedding Pros, with Lisa Lyons 33:19

2M ago33:19

33:19

Lisa Lyons has been in the wedding industry for 19 years, but she has been drawn to etiquette her entire life. And in 2020 she got the certification to help wedding pros take their etiquette to the next level. But in this modern era of traditions changing, what does wedding etiquette even mean? Lisa Lyons Events and Etiquette --- This episode is br…

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RE: 10 Minute Marketing with Hannah Isted of HI Communications 45:35

2M ago45:35

45:35

If making your marketing shorter and more manageable sounds like your bag, you need to know about Hannah Isted. As the founder of Hi Communications and author of The Best 90 Days Ever, she's also the queen of 10 Minute Marketing. We chat to her about her transformational approach to marketing, where she breaks down your to-do list into small daily …

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270. Sell More With Storytelling, with Kelly Swanson 35:57

2M ago35:57

35:57

Motivational speaker and award-winning storyteller Kelly Swanson advises wedding professionals (and all business owners who want more sales), "Don't sell the service. Sell the story." But how do we do that when we're not sure what story to tell. Is it the story of me? Is it the brand story? Is it the couple's story? The thing is, if we can merge th…

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RE: Our Q1 Reflections & Projections 33:13

2M ago33:13

33:13

It’s April, so you know what means: reflecting on our Q1 experiences as small business owners, and sharing our plans and goals for Q2. We discuss our challenges, including calendar management and falling back into old patterns, as well as the successes we achieved, like being more daring, gaining clarity, and refining their offerings. & a special t…

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(Encore) Carving Out Your Own Niche, with Lindsay Lucas 50:02

2M ago50:02

50:02

Lindsay Lucas is THE wedding venue consultant. She's a former wedding planner who now helps venue owners (and those aspiring to be) to create profitable and sustainable wedding venue businesses. Lindsay had the idea for a complete shift in her business, but it wasn’t easy convincing herself that this was the best way to go. Today, we talk about if …

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RE: Rachel's Latest Launch Debrief, incl. all the stats and juicy details 32:28

2M ago32:28

32:28

Want a real behind-the-scenes look at a successful recent launch in the small business world? Luckily for you, our Rachel is armed and ready with all the stats, highs, lows and lessons that she learnt from the launch of the latest round of Ignite Your Pinterest Strategy. Tell us how you really feel, Rach...…

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Boosting Belonging at Work, with Smiley Poswolsky 29:29

2M ago29:29

29:29

When you hear the word "belonging", what do you think of? Maybe you think of wedding pros, because we're welcoming, ambitious, kind-hearted, and badass business owners. Maybe it's finding your people to share your goals and dreams with - it's that positive feeling we get when we feel respected. As a business owner, I want my team, my clients, my ve…

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(Encore) How to get on a wedding venue's preferred list, with Shannon Tarrant 44:08

3M ago44:08

44:08

Fill out this survey and give us your feedback for a chance to win a $50 Amazon.com gift card and be part of shaping the future of Weddings For Real! https://www.megangillikin.com/podcast-survey -- One of the most frequent questions we get in The Planners Vault is, How can I get on the preferred vendor list at the best wedding venue in my market? O…

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266. Perfect Your Pitch, with Quinn Conyers 28:38

3M ago28:38

28:38

When you're pitching your services to potential clients, are you using Luxury Language? Or are you using Discount Dialect? Today, Quinn Conyers tells us the difference, and how strategic word choice can make pitches irresistible. She also introduces the concept of a "verbal business card" that captivates potential clients - as long as you can artic…

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(Encore) Money Mindset for Wedding Pros, with Denise Duffield-Thomas 50:33

3M ago50:33

50:33

Do you have money mindset blocks that are preventing your business from growing and preventing you from leading your best life? Maybe you believe that you don't deserve to charge more yet. Or maybe you believe you shouldn't charge more because you love what you do. Or maybe you think there's a new competitor popping up every day who charges so litt…

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264. How to Add Corporate Events to Your Revenue Stream and Portfolio 28:05

4M ago28:05

28:05

Rachel Sheerin, keynote speaker and Megan's first business coach, is guest-hosting this episode. She comes from a wedding background before shifting into corporate events and eventually speaking on the biggest stages. Today, Rachel brings on Carrie Davenport to discuss how wedding vendors can start adding corporate events to their portfolios and re…

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RE Networking - is it all as bad as it seems? 33:07

4M ago33:07

33:07

Networking gets a bad rap - but not all networking is pale, male, stale, and soul-sucking. Here's a fresh perspective on how to approach it, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections, indirect networking, and the power of making friends in the business world.By Ellie Kime & Rachel Waring

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(Encore) 5 Ways to Get More Referrals in Your Wedding Business 18:05

4M ago18:05

18:05

"Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, 'Make me feel important.' Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life." - Mary Kay Ash Keep that quote in mind for this solo episode, as Megan Gillikin is giving her 5 tips for getting more referrals from your fellow wedding pros. --- Today's ep…

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RE: Sales - How to make them ease-filled and enjoyable, with Sara Dalrymple 50:51

4M ago50:51

50:51

Best-selling author on the podcast today pals, no biggy: Sara Nasser Dalrymple, author of More Sales Please, sales expert, strategist, and all round good egg! Sara's mission is to help small business owners (but especially women) make more sales to ultimately make more money -- but she's not about sleazy tactics. She wants everyone to enjoy selling…

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262. What Engaged Couples Want (2024 Edition, Part 2) 43:16

4M ago43:16

43:16

On this episode (listen to part 1 here), we ask engaged couples the questions you can’t really ask when they reach out to you. But we can! Questions like: How are you finding your wedding vendors? Instagram? Website? TikTok? Do you need to see pricing on the website? Do you want a consultation call, or do you just want info sent by email? How do yo…

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RE: Tech Stacks 28:36

4M ago28:36

28:36

A tech stack is just the platforms and technology you use in your business - and there's real benefits to listing them out every now and again. We list out ours, as well as the ones we want to add too! Check out all the links to our tech platforms here (there's some affiliate goodies in there too)By Ellie Kime & Rachel Waring

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261. What Engaged Couples Want (2024 Edition, Part 1) 33:00

4M ago33:00

33:00

On this episode, we ask engaged couples the questions you can’t really ask when they reach out to you. But we can! Questions like: How are you finding your wedding vendors? Instagram? Website? TikTok? Do you need to see pricing on the website? Do you want a consultation call, or do you just want info sent by email? How do you determine budget? And …

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RE: Our New Podcast Name 22:14

4M ago22:14

22:14

Here it is: the big reveal. Our brand new name! Our new brand name! Either way, we c*ck it up multiple times, so that's fun! The Business Proposal Podcast has officially become RE: The Podcast, and as ever, we take you behind the scenes on how we got to that journey, why we did it, and how it feels. Whaddya think?!…

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Alright, we'll bite: what is substack? Should you be on it? 25:39

5M ago25:39

25:39

You might have heard of Substack as a new platform - part blog, part newsletter, it's a newcomer on the block. It's a great space for readers and writers alike - but how can it be part of your business? As an avid Substack user and fan, Ellie lays out her case to Rachel.By Ellie Kime + Rachel Waring

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260. Unraveling and Walking Away from Entrepreneurship, with Inez Ribustello 43:38

5M ago43:38

43:38

The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back, and the rebirth of new. Today we feature Inez Ribustello, whose unraveling started back on September 11, 2001, when she lost nearly all of her colleagues in the terrorist attacks. At 25 years old, Inez had hustled her …

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Celebrating FIVE YEARS of the podcast! 31:46

5M ago31:46

31:46

On 31st January, the podcast turns FIVE years old -- half a decade of inane chats about small business. We reflect on what this ✨ journey ✨ has taught us, as well as our favourite bits thus far. Thank you for listening and making it possible!By Ellie Kime + Rachel Waring

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259. 5 Tips So Taxes Don't Keep You Up at Night, with CPA Tatiana Podel 47:11

5M ago47:11

47:11

With finances, I still have blocks (listen to the intro) preventing me from fully feeling comfortable and empowered when it comes to things like tax planning, KPIs, and projections. I’ve learned through conversations with wedding pros and my own real life experiences that overwhelm can lead to avoidance, so my goal is to make conversations like thi…

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Trends for social media and content in 2024 33:13

5M ago33:13

33:13

We're not talking minute-by-minute trends here in the tiktok fashion sense, but the wider directions the industry is moving towards this year. 8 different, fun new ways to think about your social media and content this year? Yes please!By Ellie Kime + Rachel Waring

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258. Top 3 Priorities for Booking Season Success (+ Bonus Training!) 10:03

5M ago10:03

10:03

Today we're tackling engagement and booking season, and I'm going to share three strategies and mindset shifts that will help your business stand out, resonate more with your ideal clients, and help you book more easily this year - no matter what vendor category you're in. This episode is brought to you by The Planner's Vault, my online membership …

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Introducing our words of the year for 2024 29:07

5M ago29:07

29:07

You know the drill by now; it's our yearly tradition of announcing our Words Of The Year on the podcast. This time, we're discussing how 2023's WOTY (think that acronym will catch on?) went, what we've picked for 2024 (obviously) and how you can use keep your WOTY front and centre to make it practically useful.…

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Mastering the Art of Timeless Elegance: Casey Ging, Palm Springs Luxury Wedding & Event Planner 50:45

6M ago50:45

50:45

🎙️ In this episode of the Palm Springs Wedding Experts Podcast, join your host Erica as she sits down with the esteemed Casey Ging, a trailblazer in the world of luxury weddings and events with over two decades of experience. 🌟🌴 As the founder and creative force behind some of the most opulent celebrations, Casey shares insights, anecdotes, and exp…

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Elevating your Wedding with sweet creations | Tiffany's Sweet Spot | Palm Springs Wedding Experts 27:11

6M ago27:11

27:11

🎙️ New Podcast Alert! 🍰 Interview with Tiffany from Tiffany's Sweet Spot! 🎉Join Erica, host of the Palm Springs Wedding Experts Video Podcast, for an exciting and delicious episode as she sits down with the fabulous Tiffany, co-owner of Tiffany's Sweet Spot in La Quinta, California! In this episode, Erica delves into the sweet world of Tiffany's Sw…

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Palm Springs Wedding Experts: Spotlight on Organic Glow Skin Studio Palm Springs 39:11

6M ago39:11

39:11

Welcome to another episode of Palm Springs Wedding Experts!In this exclusive interview, your host, Erica Mendenhall, sits down with the brilliant owner of Organic Glow Skin Studio Palm Springs to delve into the world of radiant skin and essential pre-event pampering.Discover the secrets to achieving that radiant and flawless glow for your special d…

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Catching up with Jen in this laughter-filled episode packed with valuable insights for pros &couples 50:50

6M ago50:50

50:50

The Palm Springs Wedding Experts Podcast is back and better than ever! We're excited to announce the relaunch of the Palm Springs Wedding Experts podcast. In this episode, Erica Mendenhall hosts a lively interview with Jen Plus Colour. As always the podcast is chock-full of valuable industry insights, entertaining content, and a fun surprise at the…

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257. Ask Me Anything 26:57

6M ago26:57

26:57

At the end of last year, I sent out a survey to my email list asking them to share what they want more of and what they want less of in 2024. And at the end, I had a spot for them to share openly about anything they had on their mind, or share a question they want me to answer. There were so many great questions that I decided to kick off this year…

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256. 2023 Year in Review: Wins, Misses, Highlights, and Goals for 2024 51:41

6M ago51:41

51:41

Megan and Jason Gillikin talk about their wins for 2023, their misses, most memorable moments, and goals for 2024. Tune in and reflect along. Share your 2023 reflections on social media @weddingsforreal. Past Year-End Recaps: 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 This episode is brought to you by The Planner's Vault, my online membership site for wedding planne…

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How do you do your End-of-Year review? 26:30

6M ago26:30

26:30

It's that time again! When you hear those jingle bells, you know that small business accounts telling you to do an end-of-year review isn't too far behind. But there's a reason -- they're a really good way to look back on everything you've achieved. Today we chat through some of our favourite ways to do an end-of-year review, focusing on different …

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Your Guide to Balancing Entrepreneurship & Relationships: Insights from Megan & Jason on the Hustle & Gather Podcast 53:41

6M ago53:41

53:41

This week, we're taking a little adventure to explore the not-so-glamorous side of balancing entrepreneurship with personal life. I'm thrilled to share an episode with you where for the first time ever my husband Jason and I teamed up as guests on another entrepreneur podcast called Hustle + Gather. This is a behind-the-scenes look at being busy en…

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Book the Top Package, from the Own Your Business Podcast 53:37

7M ago53:37

53:37

Today we’re sharing an episode of the Own Your Business Podcast, which I was a guest on earlier this year. My friend Sam Jacobson and I talk about how wedding pros can book more couples at higher packages. This has nothing to do with "sales tactics". It’s all about empathy and understanding customer needs, creating an effective pricing proposal, an…

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253. Feeling Burned Out? This Unraveling Is For You 43:53

7M ago43:53

43:53

The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back, and the rebirth of new. Today we feature Amber Melanie Smith, the Founder and Executive Director of Activate Good, a non-profit she has run for her entire adult life. As you can imagine, fighting the good fight can be …

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252. Worst Client Experience, Garbage Advice, and the Mistake I Keep Making: Hot Takes with Megan 35:54

7M ago35:54

35:54

It's Hot Takes Time. I'll be talking about some common business advice that I think is garbage, my best advice for hiring new team members, one hard lesson I had to learn this year in business, the goal strategy I swear by, and the biggest mistake I see business owners making right now. Previous Hot Takes Episodes: 224. Wedding Industry Hot Takes w…

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Building Relationships as Your Business Superpower (Brands that Book Share) 47:52

7M ago47:52

47:52

I’m getting lots of DMs and questions about building relationships and superfans and thought that sharing an episode I was a guest on from earlier this year would be a great listen for you this week! So if building more meaningful relationships that fuel your business growth is on your radar for 2024, this episode is for you! So today, you’ll be he…

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250. Podcast Roundup: WeddingMBA, Workcations, and Getting Off The Hustle Hamster Wheel 28:44

8M ago28:44

28:44

Hey friends! Today's episode is a short roundup of a few things I want to share with you, including my thoughts on my upcoming trip to Wedding MBA, my recent Planners Vault Workcation, tips for you on planning your own Workcation, and a quick hitting conversation with my friend Ashley Ebert of The Abundance Group on how to know if you've hired the …

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Random bits we're loving at the moment (and think you might too!) 38:44

8M ago38:44

38:44

We take our roles as your pod pals very seriously, which is why we thought we'd give you an insight into all the business bits we're currently loving, so that you can love them too if you so wish. Don't forget to check out the full list and links on the website!By Ellie Kime + Rachel Waring

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249. 4 Referral-Boosting Relationship Strategies for Wedding Pros 45:35

8M ago45:35

45:35

After 12 years as a wedding planner, I can say this with deep conviction. The number one way I built my business from unknown and scrappy to respected, referred and booked out year after year - was from referrals. These referrals were what allowed me to be able to hire team members, raise our rates and eventually sell my business last year so I cou…

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248. Messaging Matters: Exclusive Insights from Luxury Wedding PR Expert Natalie Denyse 37:12

8M ago37:12

37:12

Over the years, I've had countless conversations with wedding pros about the constant challenge of nailing down their business messaging and how they are perceived in their market. While the landscape of marketing as a whole has evolved, the core issues remain unchanged. So, what's on every wedding pro's mind? I hear questions like: Where should I …

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