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In this episode, we’re diving into the essential strategies for building an exceptional team that propels your business forward. Whether you’re a seasoned planner or just starting out, hiring the right people is crucial for scaling effectively. Tune in to learn about our first hires, our best tips for growth, and how to assemble a team that not only supports your success but also enhances your brand’s reputation. Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

What is a “personal flower,” who gets them, when do they get them, how are they presented, and what do you do with them?! From bouquets and boutonnieres to nosegays and wreaths, we have many thoughts! Tune in to learn what flowers work best and how to make them last! Plus, hear all about our strong feelings about corsages and take note on some imperative reminders to ensure you have every detail covered! Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Welcome back to “Wedded” with Trace and Shannon! After a brief hiatus, we’re here with a fresh format and lots of exciting topics sourced from you, our fantastic listeners. In this episode, we dive into the topic of wedding inflation. We discuss how prices have changed in the wedding industry, how to manage client expectations, and the importance of clear communication from the start. Whether you’re a planner or a bride/groom-to-be, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of wedding costs. Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Planners— are you tired of spinning your wheels with inefficient systems? Couples— have you ever wondered how you could plan your wedding more effortlessly? Today we are breaking down all of our Core System tools and how you can prevent yourself from wasting time and making mistakes by employing them! Plus, a big update on the status of Wedded! Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Join us today as we provide practical advice and strategies to overcome post-wedding blues, simplify the name change process, preserve cherished memories, and thrive in your new life as a married couple. Whether you're a newlywed or a wedding planner, this episode is your guide to navigating the exciting and sometimes overwhelming post-wedding journey. Plus, one listener asks how to tackle initial floral design conversations with clients as a floral designer! Discussed in this Episode: - How to Brand Your Wedding Business (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wedded-the-wedding-planner-podcast/id1551208110?i=1000550556060) - The Monthly Planning Checklist (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/monthly-planning-checklist) - The Client Design Workbook (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/client-design-workbook) - Our Best Wedding Advice Ever (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wedded-the-wedding-planner-podcast/id1551208110?i=1000537726967) - MissNowMrs.com - NewlyNamed.com Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Get ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of vendor contracts! Today we are sharing valuable tips on establishing clear and open communication channels throughout the negotiation process. Discover our favorite strategies for requesting discounts, understanding pricing structures, and finding areas where costs can be adjusted without compromising quality. Plus, one listener asks how to approach launching a luxury wedding planning business within a city geared toward a lower-priced market. Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

It's time to talk about something we all dread in the wedding industry: a super slow season. But don't worry, we've got you covered with a ton of tips and tricks to keep your business thriving even when things are moving at a snail's pace. From diversifying your business to strengthening your online presence and fostering a supportive community, we're going to show you how to make the most of your downtime and come out on top. Plus, one listener asks how to transition from corporate events into weddings! Discussed in this Episode: - How to Brand Your Wedding Business (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wedded-the-wedding-planner-podcast/id1551208110?i=1000550556060) - The Branding Kit (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/branding-kit) Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

This week we are exploring the ever-evolving world of social media and its impact on weddings. From swoon-worthy inspiration to the pressure for Instagram-perfect moments, we'll uncover the good, the bad, and the controversial. Plus, don't miss our listener question segment where we reveal our client gifting process. Discussed: Simone LeBlanc Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Planning a wedding can be stressful for anyone, but for introverts, it can be especially overwhelming. So, we're here to share some tips and strategies for creating a wedding that prioritizes self-care, mental well-being, and introvert-friendly planning. From scheduling moments of alone time to establishing an "introvert zone" for the couple and introverted guests, we’ve got you covered. PLUS: we’re dishing on what to do when a planner is asked to handle all vendor payments on the clients’ behalf. Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

On this week's episode of Wedded, we're all about planning a sustainable and eco-friendly wedding! We're sharing stories and tips for carbon conscious couples, including how we find venues and vendors who prioritize environmentally friendly options for everything from flowers to wedding attire. It’s easier than you might think! PLUS: One listener asks for advice on how to manage client meetings while balancing a full time job. Discussed in this Episode: Nordeen Bridal (www.nordeenbridal.com) Blue Hill at Stone Barns (www.bluehillfarm.com) Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Let's face it, in the wedding planning industry, there are a lot of fish in the sea. So, if you want to stand out and attract your ideal clients, you need to know who they are and what they want. On this week’s episode we are dishing on how to find your "ideal client" and improve your marketing efforts to ensure your brand identity is crystal clear. PLUS: One listener asks how to determine who their real client is when the person paying is not the same person supplying the decisions. But, wait, there's more! We have some exciting news. The Wedded Shop has just released a new Branding Kit to complement this week’s episode and give you actionable tools you can begin using immediately to level up your brand identity! Discussed in this Episode: NEW: The Branding Kit https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/branding-kit The Budget Template https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/budget-template Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Whoever said ‘Money, Money, Money. Must be Funny” must not have been a wedding planner. Tune-in to this week’s episode for everything you need to know about wedding budgets, from when to discuss finances with clients to our personal processes for setting and sticking to a wedding budget. But that’s not all…We’re also releasing the ULTIMATE Budgeting Guide on WeddedShop.com that’s been two years in the making! PLUS: One listener asks for advice around setting boundaries with clients, specifically with those who express interest in pursuing a career in wedding planning down the road. Discussed in this Episode: Wedded Budgeting Guide: https://www.weddedshop.com/Private Estate Weddings: Everything You Need to Know Episode (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wedded-the-wedding-planner-podcast/id1551208110?i=1000528115782) Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

It’s never easy to make plans when there are too many cooks in the kitchen, and event planning is no exception! Planning a wedding often means navigating inter-family dynamics for the first time, which can be challenging, especially when the parties’ involved aren’t seeing eye to eye. That’s why this week we’re sharing our advice on how to navigate one of the trickiest parts of wedding planning with hyper-involved parents: emotions and conflicting opinions. PLUS: One listener asks about how to honor deceased loved ones throughout their wedding celebrations. Discussed Wedded Client Planning Workbook (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/client-planning-workbook)Veranda Magazine (https://shop.veranda.com/veranda-magazine-sem.html? Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

For those who have never been in a scenario where a vendor cancels at the last minute or simply doesn’t show up on the wedding day, consider yourself one of the lucky ones! Handling this type of situation can feel overwhelming and stressful, especially for a crucial vendor for your clients’ celebrations…Fear not, because we’re sharing our tips for how to avoid such situations (spoiler alert: having a contingency plan in place is key) and pivot plans quickly, if needed. PLUS: One to-be-wed listener asks for advice on what colors are best for the Mother of the Bride’s attire. Discussed in this Episode: Wedded Shop Timeline Templates (Coming Soon) The Style that Binds Us Podcast (https://thestylethatbindsus.com/) Visit Our Website: https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

Wondering what you and your on-site team should wear to your upcoming events? We’ve got you covered—Tune in this week for our tips on determining the best dress code for you and your team, and how appropriate on-site attire can actually impact future client bookings! PLUS: One listener asks about how, and how much, to include the couple’s parents and in-laws in the planning process. Discussed in This Episode: Old Navy (https://oldnavy.gap.com)Banana Republic (https://bananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com)Zara (https://www.zara.com/us/) Visit Our Website:https://www.WeddedPodcast.com Grab Our Freebies And Planning Tools: www.WeddedShop.com Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments: [email protected] Find Us On Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast Read About Our Hosts: Tracy Taylor Ward Design Website: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward Shannon Leahy Events Website: https://www.ShannonLeahy.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents