Best Annie Roche Podcasts (2024)

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231: Elevating Your Client's Experience 49:32

2y ago49:32

49:32

Giving your clients a good experience is key to growing your business and word-of-mouth referrals. But, what are some simple ways to elevate the client experience without selling your soul or working 24 hours a day? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about some simple tips to elevate your client's experience…

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230: Getting Your Work Published 1:08:24

2+ y ago1:08:24

1:08:24

Getting your work published in a wedding magazine or blog is an aspirational goal for many. But with fewer publications out there, it's more competitive than ever. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about best practices for finding the right publications to submit to, getting your work published, and followi…

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229: Is Pinterest Still a Thing? 53:41

2+ y ago53:41

53:41

Many wedding industry entrepreneurs overlook Pinterest as a marketing tool, but it's still around and still generating leads. In fact, proper use of Pinterest can even help your work get noticed by search engines like Google. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a Pinterest strategist about the platform, …

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228: How to Be a Better Boss 49:07

2+ y ago49:07

49:07

Growing a team requires you to take on a new title – boss. But for so many entrepreneurs, being a boss is uncharted territory. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a wedding industry entrepreneur with 60 team members all about being a better boss, including some best practices and things to avoid. About o…

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227: Designing Your Life and Business with Vision Boards 58:47

2+ y ago58:47

58:47

Where do you want your business and life to take you? People from Oprah to Deepak Chopra believe in manifesting their future with the use of vision boards. But what is a vision board, how do you make one, and what can it do for you? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about vision boards and how to use th…

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226: Rooted in Relationships 47:20

2+ y ago47:20

47:20

It's true what they say – it's all about who you know. And in the wedding and event industry, that could not be any more true. From knowing your clients to the vendor team you're working with on the event day, it's all about relationships. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about the best ways to build relat…

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225: The Key to Confidence 50:43

2+ y ago50:43

50:43

Is confidence something you're born with or something you can learn? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about confidence and doubt and breaking patterns of negative stories we tell ourselves. About our guest: Rocky knows firsthand how difficult it can be to identify what makes us unique on our own. We ge…

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224: Using Instagram as a Sales Tool 51:09

2+ y ago51:09

51:09

We all know that Instagram is a powerful social media tool for the wedding industry, particularly since it's so visual. But are you using Instagram as a sales tool as opposed to just a portfolio? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about how you can use Instagram to promote your business well beyond pretty pi…

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223: The Exception to the Rule 56:41

2+ y ago56:41

56:41

Small businesses definitely need policies, procedures, and contracts in order to stay organized and to set boundaries. But when is it ok to be flexible and make an exception? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about exceptions, when to (and not to) make them, and some things to think about as you're making t…

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222: Action Versus Motion 51:05

2+ y ago51:05

51:05

We're all busy. But are you just staying busy? Or are you actually moving things forward in your business? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about the differences between action and motion, and how simply doing the preparation isn't necessarily moving the ball forward. Listen in as we chat with a return gue…

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221: Pricing Your Art 1:26:02

2+ y ago1:26:02

1:26:02

Pricing in the wedding industry is admittedly all over the board. Not only do various vendors charge in vastly different price ranges, but even the pricing strategies are all over the board (flat fee, packages, percentages, oh my!) In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about pricing your art, and the necessaril…

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220: Being Your Own Inspiration in a Trend-Focused Industry 58:09

2+ y ago58:09

58:09

In a creative industry, it's often challenging to stay creative 24/7. And with so much coming at us constantly – from social media to the news – it's no wonder that it's easy to get caught up in what's trendy as opposed to being innovative. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with an industry veteran about be…

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219: 2021 Year in Review 1:03:23

2+ y ago1:03:23

1:03:23

In this casual episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, Kimberly, Annie and Lance reflect on 2021. Listen in as we do a little bit of recapping, a little bit of goal-setting, and a lot of group therapy.

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218: The 18-Month Rule 48:23

2+ y ago48:23

48:23

In a world where Amazon prime can get you almost anything you need in a day, it's easy to carry the idea of instant gratification into other areas of your life, including your business. But real results take time and often can't be rushed. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about Julie Bunkley's theory about…

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217: TWIW Book Club #4 19:26

2+ y ago19:26

19:26

Did you know that This Week In Weddings has a book club? We're all about improving ourselves personally and professionally, and we love connecting with our audience at the same time. TWIW Book Club is where we connect online to discuss our latest read. (BYOB!) In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a busine…

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216: Building Your Personal Brand Beyond Algorithms 1:05:20

3y ago1:05:20

1:05:20

The saying goes that people do business with those that they know, like, and trust. And when you're an entrepreneur, it's safe to say that YOU are your business, but many people aren't putting themselves out there so that people can see the person behind your brand. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all abo…

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215: Why Is Everyone Being Such a D*&k Right Now? 42:30

3y ago42:30

42:30

We've never been ones to not tell it like it is, and let's be honest... a lot of people are being dicks these days! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about the state of the wedding industry, what's causing so much frustration (among both clients and vendors), and a few ways to approach the challenges wi…

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214: Using Fitness to Improve Your Business 49:19

3y ago49:19

49:19

When you're focused on serving your clients well, it's easy to forget about focusing on your own self care. And keeping on top of your health and wellness, including your fitness, isn't always a priority. But it should be! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about incorporating fitness into your routine a…

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213: Thriving (Not Just Surviving) in 2021 49:26

3y ago49:26

49:26

It's safe to say that many wedding pros thought if we could just get through 2020, we'd be in a good place. And then 2021 happened. Not only did we continue to see events getting cancelled and postponed in the first half of the year, but now that weddings are back, we're seeing supply chain issues, staffing issues, and wedding pros with a lack of w…

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212: Inclusivity in the Wedding and Event Industry 45:34

3y ago45:34

45:34

Not all couples consist of a bride and a groom. And not all wedding guests self identify as simply male or female! Although the wedding industry follows a long history of traditional gender roles, times they are a changin'! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about the small steps and shifts in mindset you ca…

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211: Tips for Sticking to Your Contract 57:13

3y ago57:13

57:13

While actually having a contract is basic Business Ownership 101, actually sticking to your contract and enforcing its policies is another story. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a stationery designer about sticking to your contract, why it's important to do so, and how your contract and boundaries go…

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210: Where In The World Is This Week In Weddings? 32:27

3y ago32:27

32:27

In this casual episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, Kimberly, Annie and Lance catch up on the craziness that has occurred with the quick increase in weddings. If you're struggling with the change of pace in the recent weeks, listen in! You're not alone!By Kimberly Rhodes & Annie Roche

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209: Retirement and Savings Strategies for Small Businesses 1:11:32

3+ y ago1:11:32

1:11:32

When you own a small business, planning for retirement is not always easy. We're often working "in" our businesses and not "on" our businesses and that includes planning for the future. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a financial advisor about ways that we can save for retirement, plan for the future…

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208: Networking for Introverts (Re-release) 53:03

3+ y ago53:03

53:03

Another crazy, busy week, another re-release! We're digging into the This Week In Weddings archives with one of Annie's favorite episodes – Networking for Introverts with Alicia Keats. The saying goes that it’s all about who you know, and being well connected in the wedding industry can certainly be helpful for building and growing your business. B…

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207: Living Your Brand (Re-release) 1:02:15

3+ y ago1:02:15

1:02:15

This week, we're digging into the This Week In Weddings archives to pull out an oldie but a goodie! Living Your Brand with Andrea Eppolito. Is your business model a true reflection of who you are? Are you carrying out your brand's image in your every day life? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with event pl…

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206: Finding Your Special Sauce 52:13

3+ y ago52:13

52:13

McDonald's may have coined the term "special sauce" but we all have something unique that sets us apart from our competitors. Do you know what yours is? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a wedding industry copywriter about the importance of identifying and promoting your unique brand position as well a…

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205: Maintaining the Hustle Without Burning Out 57:06

3+ y ago57:06

57:06

Building any business takes hustle and grit. But constant hustling without taking a break is a sure way to hit burnout. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with an established wedding planner about her thoughts on hustling, resting, and how the two go hand in hand. About our guest: Spreading her metropolitan …

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204: The Art of Negotiation 48:51

3+ y ago48:51

48:51

We're constantly involved with negotiations in our daily lives – from discussing where to eat for lunch with friends to reviewing contracts with service providers. But as a wedding industry business, are you willing to negotiate in your own business in order to close the deal? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatt…

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203: Eliminating Anxiety in Entrepreneurship 1:06:13

3+ y ago1:06:13

1:06:13

As busy entrepreneurs with full plates, it's not uncommon to experience bouts of anxiety. Or maybe you're one who has always been wired to worry. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a coach about anxiety, what it is, and some tips for combating it. From daily manifestations to breaking negative self talk…

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202: Overcoming Perfectionism 1:06:38

3+ y ago1:06:38

1:06:38

Being a perfectionist is often used as a badge of honor. But in actuality, the desire to make things absolutely perfect is likely holding you back from achieving great things. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a coach and business strategist who explains why perfectionism isn't something positive to be…

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201: Knowing When It's Time to Hire an Employee 39:38

3+ y ago39:38

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At some point in the cycle of your wedding industry business, you may start thinking about growing your team. But before you post that you're desperate for help on Facebook, there are some things to think through. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a floral designer with nearly 20 years of business expe…

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200: We Made It! 34:04

3+ y ago34:04

34:04

We made it to 200 episodes!! In this casual episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, Kimberly, Annie and Lance, along with contributors from the This Week In Weddings community share their thoughts on the podcast after 200 episodes. You'll hear from: Saundra Hadley from Planning Forever Events and A Great Wedding Interview Podcast Carmela Hein…

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199: Mastering Your Money Mindset 47:10

3+ y ago47:10

47:10

Making money is certainly about dollars and cents, but how you think about money can have an impact on your financial success. Are long held beliefs about money, also known as money blocks, holding you back? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with author and money coach Denise Duffield-Thomas about money min…

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198: How to Be Resilient in Business 55:37

3+ y ago55:37

55:37

When the going gets tough, you have to keep going. And for some, being resilient is easier said than done. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a business coach about resiliency and some tips for keeping your eyes on the prize even in the face of diversity. About our guest: Anna Lundberg is the founder of…

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197: Maintaining Balance and Zen as an Entrepreneur 49:43

3+ y ago49:43

49:43

In a world that's full of uncertainty, it can be challenging to maintain your sense of inner peace. And for wedding pros who are used to the constant hustle, maintaining any sort of balance can be difficult as well. But there are steps you can take right now to get your zen on! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chat…

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196: Creating Systems In Your Business 1:03:59

3+ y ago1:03:59

1:03:59

If the majority of your business is in your head, it's time to get a better system. Systems and software can help manage your tasks, streamline communication with clients, and even track your money, not to mention make it easier for your customers to do business with you. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting a…

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195: Transitioning into Coaching and Consulting 1:00:35

3+ y ago1:00:35

1:00:35

If you have an established, respected business in the wedding industry, chances are high that you've had people reach out to "pick your brain" for advice and guidance. But at what point do you go from being an open book about your process to actually monetizing it? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about ma…

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194: Channeling Your Intuition for Entrepreneurship 52:16

3+ y ago52:16

52:16

It's a fresh year and for our first episode of 2021, we're talking about intuition and how you can tap into this additional sense. Do you "trust your gut" when you make a decision in life and business? Or are you ignoring your own intuition? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a life coach all about intu…

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193: The Ins and Outs of Instagram Guides 45:09

3+ y ago45:09

45:09

Just when you've figured out Instagram Reels, the social media platform changes it up with a whole new feature to figure out. Enter Instagram Guides. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a social media educator about the newest Instagram feature and how it can be used by wedding pros to curate their conte…

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192: The Importance of Sleep for Busy Entrepreneurs 59:41

3+ y ago59:41

59:41

We've all heard at some point that it's important to get 8 hours of sleep each night. But for busy entrepreneurs, it's certainly not uncommon to trim back on sleep when things get busy and you need more hours in your day. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're talking to a a neurologist and sleep expert about the importa…

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191: Increasing Your Productivity with Block Scheduling 1:10:18

3+ y ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Getting all the things checked off the to do list, staying focused for extended periods of time, and wrapping up at a decent hour feeling completely accomplished and successful... sounds like a perfect work day, right? But most entrepreneurs aren't running their businesses that way and could take small steps to make each day more productive. In thi…

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190: Selling to Multiple Decision Makers 1:11:09

3+ y ago1:11:09

1:11:09

It's certainly not uncommon for weddings to be planned by more than one person – bride and groom, bride and mom, groom and groom, bride and her bff! And when you're a wedding pro trying to sell, it's challenging to know who you need to actually sell to. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with Sam Jacobson ab…

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189: Episodes We Are Thankful For 34:15

3+ y ago34:15

34:15

In this casual episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, Kimberly, Annie and Lance chat about the episodes from 2020 that they are most thankful for. If you haven't listened to every single episode, this quick catch-up will point you in the direction of the episodes that have been the most impactful for the trio so far this year.…

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188: Mindset Shift: From Transaction to Experience to Relationship 1:05:57

3+ y ago1:05:57

1:05:57

Weddings are so personal. And in business, we have the choice to focus on the transaction of booking clients or the relationship we're building and experiences we're creating. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a DJ who has made a shift from playing a numbers game to an experience and relationship game.…

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187: Becoming BFF's with Your Books 1:03:38

3+ y ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Being an excellent accountant might not be one of your biggest strengths, especially for those of us who consider ourselves creatives. But if you're running a business of any sort, you have to at least understand your numbers and not be afraid to look at them! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with statione…

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186: Growing on Social Media Without Recent Wedding Photos 1:08:13

4y ago1:08:13

1:08:13

When the pandemic began causing the shutdown of weddings and events across the country, many of us thought it would be a short-term situation. Not having new wedding images to post on social media seemed like no problem... for a few months. But those few months have turned into nearly nine. How can wedding industry entrepreneurs still showcase thei…

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185: Using an Accountability Group to Uplevel Your Business 51:09

4y ago51:09

51:09

"A rising tide lifts all ships" the saying goes, and in entrepreneurship, that means surrounding yourself with people who will help you improve and grow while also challenging you. An accountability group can do just that. If you've heard the term before but don't exactly know what an accountability group entails or how to start one, this week's ep…

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184: Using Instagram Reels for Your Business 1:11:34

4y ago1:11:34

1:11:34

Just when you think you have Instagram mastered, they change it up! The new Reels feature launched in August of 2020, and just like all things social media, there's a bit of a learning curve to figuring out how to make it work for you. But we're here to help! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about Inst…

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183: What to Know About Virtual Events 1:03:36

4y ago1:03:36

1:03:36

Who would have thought way back in 2019 that virtual events would be a thing? You guys... it's a thing, and they don't seem to be going away anytime soon. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting about virtual events, some tips to know if you're trying to take them on, as well as what vendor categories in the wedd…

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182: The Magic of Marketing 45:21

4y ago45:21

45:21

Getting found by potential buyers is key for any business, and the wedding industry is no exception. Being in business means being a marketer, and in this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about marketing, what it means, and tips for doing it successfully. Our guest is not only in the wedding industry, but join…

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