If you ever wondered when it was time to go from a solo event planner to a team of event planners, this podcast is for you! Hear from a current associate planner and prior associate planner as they share what it's like working on someone else's event planning team
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TIMESTAMPS
[00:00:00] Podcast welcomes planners, offers tips for success.
[00:09:34] Tips for getting an event planning job
[00:14:06] What to look for in candidates when hiring an event planner
[00:20:57] How to keep top talent in your event planning firm
[00:28:17] Team support, friend's help, wedding vision.
[00:35:57] Soft skills needed to mesh well in a wedding planning team
[00:37:35] Moving forward, the speaker is thankful for Nikki's contribution and believes it will help others. The speaker then introduces AdeOla as a guest who used to be on their team and discusses the importance of managing transitions in business. . After the break, AdeOla is introduced and her role on the team is highlighted. The speaker expresses gratitude for her support and emphasizes the importance of her presence at events.
[00:47:34] The importance of managing a team.
[00:51:17] Your best team members may eventually leave, but it's okay.
[01:00:09] How our team saw wedding success despite unexpected challenges and conflicts.
[01:04:11] How to be a good team player in a wedding planning team.
[01:11:14] Importance of being flexible with your timeline & navigating family dynamics as a wedding planning
[01:15:27] Utilize team meetings, feedback, and implementation. Frustration arises when feedback is not implemented. Be transparent and acknowledge suggestions. Join the PWP squad for free to learn about business growth. Have a succession plan in place. Build a team and have funds to pay them.
[01:18:09] Revenue at $70,000 barely covers your salary. You need to make money before expanding. Helping event planners hit six figures part-time allows for growth. The importance of being a forward-thinking CEO.