Just Another Biz Podcast: Unfiltered Business Tips for Wedding Pros and Creatives

On today's episode we are talking about something you never knew you needed to hear about until now. We’re talking about how to navigate the education noise and be conference confident. If you’re like us, you’ve been to conferences, got super pumped and motivated and then went home and didn’t take any action, right? Well that’s changing today with our special guests: Renee Dalo and Amber Anderson from Conference Confident!

About our Guests: 

Renée Dalo, founder of Moxie Bright Events and host of Talk with Renée Dalo, is a dynamic entrepreneur with 13 years of industry experience. As a certified Co-Active Life and Business Coach (CPCC), she inspires and educates event professionals, helping them build self-confidence, attract luxury clients, and grow their businesses. Renée is a sought-after speaker, having been the keynote at Wedding MBA 2023 and set to return in 2024 for her seventh year. She has also keynoted NACE Evolve and regularly educates at The Special Event, Alt Summit, Be Sage, and other conferences. Recognized by Honeybook’s 20 On The Rise and BizBash’s Most Influential Event Pros, Renée is set to release her first book, "The Coordination Cure," in 2024.

After a decade in weddings and events, Amber Anderson, former owner of HeavenlyDay Events in Austin, Texas, transitioned into coaching others through Refine for Wedding Planners. Hosting the largest Facebook group exclusively for wedding planners, Refine offers courses, templates a podcast and more. Amber is widely published in Brides, Martha, Pop Sugar and more, and speaks at conferences TSE/Catersource, DWHSA Conference as well as various organizations across the country, and has been voted a Top Ten speaker for Wedding MBA. She is known for having radical honesty, often saying what most people are thinking but won’t say, striving to elevate the industry one conversation at a time.

If you want to join Conference Confidant, you can get $50 off with code cc50 by October 10th! 

We hope you enjoyed this episode Jabbers and walk away with some tips and some more confidence as you attend your next conference! 

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Today's episode is sponsored by our very own co-host, Gabby, and her Pinterest for Wedding Pros course!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? If you are a wedding pro and I know there are a lot of you listening, I’ve got just the thing for you – my very own course, the "Wedding Pro's Guide to Pinterest and Blogging"! This comprehensive course is designed specifically for wedding professionals who want to master the art of Pinterest for business. You'll learn everything from keyword research to crafting the perfect pin captions. Plus, there's an entire bonus section dedicated to strategic blogging to help you drive more traffic to your website.

No joke, I literally just got a client inquiry for a Nantucket wedding for 100,000+ budget and when I asked how they found me in my questionnaire, they said Pinterest! Imagine having a steady stream of potential clients finding you online, all because you’ve nailed your Pinterest and blogging game. And the best part? Our listeners get an exclusive 50% off with the code JAB50. That’s right – 50% off just for you! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your online presence, attract more clients, and grow your business. Just click the link below to get access to the course today!

https://gabbypinkerton.thinkific.com/courses/Pinterest-blogging-wedding-pros

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On Today’s episode we’re chatting all about shiny object syndrome. You might be wondering, what the heck is that? Shiny object syndrome is when someone is distracted by something new and exciting, often at the expense of what they're currently doing. In business, this can manifest as chasing the latest industry strategy, tactic, or advice. This can be a common pitfall for entrepreneurs like ourselves, especially for those that are super creative. For us this looks like new business ideas, new ways to market our brand, a new website or branding and the list goes on and on.

Gabby and Kari are diving into how this affects them and how they combat it within their businesses. Another real and honest conversation about entrepreneurship and all the things that come with it. So let’s dive into how we manage this and make sure we don’t get sucked into it all.

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Today's episode is sponsored by our very own co-host, Gabby, and her Pinterest for Wedding Pros course!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? If you are a wedding pro and I know there are a lot of you listening, I’ve got just the thing for you – my very own course, the "Wedding Pro's Guide to Pinterest and Blogging"! This comprehensive course is designed specifically for wedding professionals who want to master the art of Pinterest for business. You'll learn everything from keyword research to crafting the perfect pin captions. Plus, there's an entire bonus section dedicated to strategic blogging to help you drive more traffic to your website.

No joke, I literally just got a client inquiry for a Nantucket wedding for 100,000+ budget and when I asked how they found me in my questionnaire, they said Pinterest! Imagine having a steady stream of potential clients finding you online, all because you’ve nailed your Pinterest and blogging game. And the best part? Our listeners get an exclusive 50% off with the code JAB50. That’s right – 50% off just for you! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your online presence, attract more clients, and grow your business. Just click the link below to get access to the course today!

https://gabbypinkerton.thinkific.com/courses/Pinterest-blogging-wedding-pros

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On today's episode of Just Another Biz Podcast we're chatting with Kevin Dennis about how to not suck at networking! 

You’ve heard us talk about the importance of community in a past episode but today we're getting a little more specific and talking about how to network strategically to build lasting relationships. 

Our networking specialist and today’s guest is Kevin Dennis. With over 35 years in the game, Kevin is no stranger to the wedding biz. Kevin is the editor of WeddingIQ and the owner of FantasySound Event Services, a full-service event company based in Livermore, California. Kevin is the founder of the Tri-Valley Wedding Professionals and the Incoming President of the NACE Foundation. He is also the host of two podcasts, Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married? And Mind Your Wedding Business.

We hope you enjoy today's episode and find some new strategies to level up your networking game! 

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Today's episode is sponsored by our very own co-host, Gabby, and her Pinterest for Wedding Pros course!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? If you are a wedding pro and I know there are a lot of you listening, I’ve got just the thing for you – my very own course, the "Wedding Pro's Guide to Pinterest and Blogging"! This comprehensive course is designed specifically for wedding professionals who want to master the art of Pinterest for business. You'll learn everything from keyword research to crafting the perfect pin captions. Plus, there's an entire bonus section dedicated to strategic blogging to help you drive more traffic to your website.

No joke, I literally just got a client inquiry for a Nantucket wedding for 100,000+ budget and when I asked how they found me in my questionnaire, they said Pinterest! Imagine having a steady stream of potential clients finding you online, all because you’ve nailed your Pinterest and blogging game. And the best part? Our listeners get an exclusive 50% off with the code JAB50. That’s right – 50% off just for you! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your online presence, attract more clients, and grow your business. Just click the link below to get access to the course today!

https://gabbypinkerton.thinkific.com/courses/Pinterest-blogging-wedding-pros

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Our latest episode is out and we dive into some hot takes and lessons we have learned over the past 10 years of business.  We even dish out some advice to help you be a better entrepreneur! 

Gabby and Kari love a good ramble mixed in with some great advice for our fellow industry pros. So, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out on your business journey, there's something in this episode for YOU. So grab your headphones and hit play! 

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Today's episode is sponsored by our very own co-host, Gabby, and her Pinterest for Wedding Pros course!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? If you are a wedding pro and I know there are a lot of you listening, I’ve got just the thing for you – my very own course, the "Wedding Pro's Guide to Pinterest and Blogging"! This comprehensive course is designed specifically for wedding professionals who want to master the art of Pinterest for business. You'll learn everything from keyword research to crafting the perfect pin captions. Plus, there's an entire bonus section dedicated to strategic blogging to help you drive more traffic to your website.

No joke, I literally just got a client inquiry for a Nantucket wedding for 100,000+ budget and when I asked how they found me in my questionnaire, they said Pinterest! Imagine having a steady stream of potential clients finding you online, all because you’ve nailed your Pinterest and blogging game. And the best part? Our listeners get an exclusive 50% off with the code JAB50. That’s right – 50% off just for you! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your online presence, attract more clients, and grow your business. Just click the link below to get access to the course today!

https://gabbypinkerton.thinkific.com/courses/Pinterest-blogging-wedding-pros

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Hey Jabbers! Are you ready to take your business game to the next level? In our latest episode, we chat with the incredible Dr. Veronica Schiltz about the magic of regulating your nervous system! 

Dr. Veronica is a first generation doctor and entrepreneur in her family. She is a nervous system based coach and chiropractor seeing practice members locally as a licensed chiropractor and coaching entrepreneurial women online as a certified holistic mindset coach and business mentor. She is driven by her passion of helping people live out their God-given calling in a way that makes them feel fulfilled, intentional, and peaceful. As a mom of two, outside of her career, she enjoys spending time with her family (outside if at all possible), baking sourdough, and traveling as often and as far as she can!

In today's episode we dive deep into how lowering your cortisol levels and setting those oh-so-important boundaries can transform you into a better business owner.

Dr. Schiltz shares her expert tips and tricks that you do NOT want to miss! Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with golden nuggets that will help you stay calm, focused, and ready to conquer the world. 

Listen and let’s get those zen vibes rolling and if you're wanting to work with Dr. Veronica, you can find her site below! 

https://veronicaischiltz.com/ 

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Today's episode is sponsored by our very own co-host, Gabby, and her Pinterest for Wedding Pros course!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? If you are a wedding pro and I know there are a lot of you listening, I’ve got just the thing for you – my very own course, the "Wedding Pro's Guide to Pinterest and Blogging"! This comprehensive course is designed specifically for wedding professionals who want to master the art of Pinterest for business. You'll learn everything from keyword research to crafting the perfect pin captions. Plus, there's an entire bonus section dedicated to strategic blogging to help you drive more traffic to your website.

No joke, I literally just got a client inquiry for a Nantucket wedding for 100,000+ budget and when I asked how they found me in my questionnaire, they said Pinterest! Imagine having a steady stream of potential clients finding you online, all because you’ve nailed your Pinterest and blogging game. And the best part? Our listeners get an exclusive 50% off with the code JAB50. That’s right – 50% off just for you! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your online presence, attract more clients, and grow your business. Just click the link below to get access to the course today!

https://gabbypinkerton.thinkific.com/courses/Pinterest-blogging-wedding-pros

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Hey Jabbers! On today's episode Gabby and Kari are having some real talk about the mid-year slump and how we navigate our goals and finding motivation for the rest of the year. It's the perfect time to check in on those mid-year goals and give ourselves a little motivation boost! Whether you're crushing it or need a little nudge, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the reality of finding the work motivation during the summer months, staying focused, and finding that inner drive to keep pushing forward.

Join us as we share how we go about it, practical tips, and some ways to boost your motivation. Remember, it's never too late to make a change and reignite your passion! Let's finish this year stronger than ever! 

Tune in, get inspired, and let's smash those goals together Jabbers! 

This episode was sponsored by OFD Consulting. Are you a wedding pro or educator who is ready to take your publicity strategy to the next level? Then might we suggest working with a specialized PR team?! Meghan Ely and the team at OFD Consulting offer a one-of-a-kind PR membership exclusively for the wedding industry. They know how important PR is to your long-term business goals, but creating your own PR strategy from scratch and cultivating relationships with the press takes time—time that you’d rather dedicate to your own business. With the OFD Collective, you get 1 on 1 office hours to create an editorial strategy, a steady stream of editorial opportunities sent directly to your inbox, and all the training and resources you need to make the most of every opportunity that will come your way. They have three different membership tracks, including dedicated tracks geared toward wedding submissions and speaking engagements. 

They have secured client press in places like Style Me Pretty, MSW, and the New York Times. They have three different membership tracks, including dedicated tracks geared toward wedding submissions and speaking engagements. 

To learn more about OFD Collective and to join, head to www.ofdcollective.com/join.

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OFD Consulting owner, Meghan Ely, CWIP (Certified Wedding Industry Professional) combines in-the-trenches event experience with a love of wedding PR to empower her clients to take their businesses to new heights. She is a WeddingPro education expert and is regularly honored by the Public Relations Society of America.

This episode was sponsored by OFD Consulting. Are you a wedding pro or educator who is ready to take your publicity strategy to the next level? Then might we suggest working with a specialized PR team?! Meghan Ely and the team at OFD Consulting offer a one-of-a-kind PR membership exclusively for the wedding industry. They know how important PR is to your long-term business goals, but creating your own PR strategy from scratch and cultivating relationships with the press takes time—time that you’d rather dedicate to your own business. With the OFD Collective, you get 1 on 1 office hours to create an editorial strategy, a steady stream of editorial opportunities sent directly to your inbox, and all the training and resources you need to make the most of every opportunity that will come your way. They have three different membership tracks, including dedicated tracks geared toward wedding submissions and speaking engagements. 

They have secured client press in places like Style Me Pretty, MSW, and the New York Times. They have three different membership tracks, including dedicated tracks geared toward wedding submissions and speaking engagements. 

To learn more about OFD Collective and to join, head to www.ofdcollective.com/join.

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OFD Consulting owner, Meghan Ely, CWIP (Certified Wedding Industry Professional) combines in-the-trenches event experience with a love of wedding PR to empower her clients to take their businesses to new heights. She is a WeddingPro education expert and is regularly honored by the Public Relations Society of America.

This week’s episode is sponsored by OFD Consulting. Are you a wedding pro or educator who is ready to take your marketing strategy to the next level? Forget about the lame listings on Wedding Wire or the knot which only ever gets you spammy clients, instead might we suggest working with a specialized PR team?!! Meghan Ely (elee) and the team at OFD Consulting offer a one-of-a-kind PR membership exclusively for the wedding industry. They know how important PR is to your long-term business goals, but creating your own PR strategy from scratch and cultivating relationships with the press takes time—time that you’d rather dedicate to your own business. With the OFD Collective, you get 1 on 1 support to create an editorial strategy, a steady stream of PR leads, and all the training and resources you need to make the most of every opportunity that will come your way. They have secured client press in places like Style Me Pretty, MSW, and the  New York Times. They have three different membership tracks, including dedicated tracks geared toward wedding submissions and speaking engagements. 

To learn more about OFD Collective and to join, head to www.ofdcollective.com/join.

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On Today's episode we are chatting with Katie Mast from Rock Paper Coin and chatting all about burnout, imposter syndrome, and how to conquer the fears of it all.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by imposter syndrome, burnout, and fear? Well you're not alone! In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into these all-too-common struggles that many of us face. Join us as we chat with Katie and share personal stories to help you conquer these feelings and regain your confidence. Let's break down the walls of self-doubt and learn practical strategies to thrive, not just survive. Tune in for an empowering conversation that's sure to leave you feeling inspired and ready to take on the world! Feel free to connect with Katie on Instagram @katiemast__ and @rockpapercoin. 

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Finding your tribe as an entrepreneur can transform the lonely journey of business ownership into an adventure of growth and discovery. In today's podcast episode, we dive into finding and building meaningful connections and fostering a support network that uplifts and propels you forward as a small business owner. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights and personal stories to guide you in finding your community. Are you ready to enrich your entrepreneurial journey by surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals? Tune in now and enjoy Jabbers! 

We shared on the show about one of our new favorite marketing platforms called Enji, you can try everything free for 14 days and then save 15% off your first months when you subscribe through the link HERE! Trust us, you'll want to give Enji a go to level up your marketing game! 

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