After four years, hundreds of conversations, and one very long pause, this is the official final episode of Talk with Renee Dalo.

In this closing conversation, Renée shares why she quietly stepped away from the podcast in 2024, what changed for her, creatively and professionally, and how that pause ultimately led to the creation of a brand-new show: Show Up Anyway.

This episode is about closing loops, evolving creatively, honoring when something no longer fits, and allowing yourself to grow into a more authentic voice — even when the next step feels uncertain.

You'll also hear more about:

• why visibility work has become central to Renée's mission

• approaching creativity, confidence, and leadership at nearly 50

• the pressure women feel to "disappear" as they age

• building a business and public presence that still feels like you

Thank you for being part of Talk with Renee Dalo over the years. Truly.

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Have you ever attended a conference that left you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, without any actionable takeaways? Maybe you've been told to just soak up the information and hope for the best, only to end up feeling lost and unsure of what to do next. The frustration of putting in time and effort without seeing tangible results can be discouraging. But what if I told you there's a better way to approach conferences like Wedding MBA, one that leaves you feeling empowered and equipped with practical strategies to elevate your business? Let's dive into the insights and strategies that will help you maximize your conference experience and turn inspiration into impactful action. Get ready to unlock the full potential of your conference attendance and take your wedding business to the next level.

This Week's Guest is Brenda Cadman

Brenda Cadman is a Canva Verified Expert from Prince Edward Island, Canada, who has taught thousands of small business owners through her courses. In particular, she loves to help business owners tame their hot mess Canva accounts by creating an organizational system that ensures they can spend less time in Canva and more time doing what they love.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Explore Exclusive Insights from the Wedding MBA Conference.

• Unlock the Benefits of Attending Wedding MBA.

• Master Organizing Canva Content with Proven Strategies.

• Elevate Your Skills with Essential Tips for Wedding Industry Professionals.

• Harness the Power of Networking at Conferences for Maximum Impact.

Benefits of Attending Wedding MBA The discussion between Renee and Brenda showcases the benefits of attending the Wedding MBA conference, such as gaining actionable insights, networking opportunities, and personal development. They stress the value of intentional networking, setting goals, and implementing key takeaways to see real growth in one's business after the event.

• To access the masterclass replay and learn Canva organization tips and tutorials, visit reneedalo.com/canva.

• Also check out Brenda's website, which offers a wide variety of Canva topics with short, actionable tutorials for immediate implementation.

• Follow Brenda on IG here

Until next week, friends!

Keeping Perspective: My Journey to Understanding My ADHD Brain

Heard the myths about managing ADHD as an entrepreneur? Well, let's debunk them! Myth 1: ADHD diagnosis changes your entire personality. Myth 2: ADHD defines your entire identity. Myth 3: ADHD means you have to be quirky all the time. Ready to uncover the truth?

My special guest is Liene Stevens

Liene Stevens is an author, behavioral psychologist, and the founder and CEO of Think Splendid, a boutique consulting firm that solves the complex challenges that industry leaders, luxury brands, and tourism destinations encounter in the $1.3 trillion global wedding market.

Working with clients in 97 countries and across every stage of the supply chain, Liene has developed plans for floral farms and wholesale distributors, fixed underperforming wedding operations for world-class resorts, increased visitor lifetime value for tourism destinations, and taken luxury wedding professionals from in-the-red to in-the-black.

In addition, Liene's research on consumer behavior has been taught in the MBA curriculum at 41 universities, including Cornell, Notre Dame, the University of Capetown, and Bangkok University -- as well as cited in more than 30 scientific and academic journals, including the Journal of Festival Management & Event Tourism and the African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism, and Leisure.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Understand the journey of ADHD diagnosis in adult life and how to navigate its challenges.
• Discover effective strategies for managing ADHD symptoms and improving daily life.
• Explore the impact of ADHD on entrepreneurship and learn how to leverage strengths in business.
• Learn how to manage emotional dysregulation commonly associated with ADHD for better mental well-being.
• Uncover personal development strategies tailored to individuals with ADHD for self-improvement and growth.

Grab your coffee or your tea, and let's talk...about our brains!

Personalized Moments: Creating Unique Event Activations

Hey, did you know that event activation experiences can lead to some pretty wild and unexpected guest interactions? From outrageous requests to surprising celebrity encounters, event producers and planners are in for a wild ride! Find out how these unique and personalized interactions can enhance guest engagement and create memorable event experiences. Stay tuned to uncover the behind-the-scenes stories of event activation experiences. You won't want to miss this!

My special guests are Alex Hirsch & Cat Brown

Alex Hirsch of Signs of Our Lives and Cat Brown of Cat Lauren Calligraphy are two event calligraphers bringing a fresh perspective to guest favors and client gifting.

After starting in the wedding industry, they expanded their services to provide live calligraphy at corporate events and activations for brands like Prada, Makers Mark, LA Magazine, Netflix, and more.

Now they're back in the wedding industry with their decade of combined experience in providing personalized, Insta-worthy guest experiences.

Alex and Cat specialize in customizing favors on-site using their artistry to hand engrave, hot foil or paint while entertaining and engaging guests.

They also host the Keeping Up with the Calligraphers podcast, where they share their knowledge and insights to educate event artists and industry professionals with the overall goal of elevating the guest experience.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Create unforgettable event experiences with interactive activations that captivate your guests and leave a lasting impression.
• Elevate your events with personalized favors and engaging experiences tailored to each guest, making them feel truly special.
• Implement brand activation strategies that resonate with your audience and leave a lasting impact on their perception of your brand.
• Foster creativity and connection among your guests with innovative ideas for interactive experiences that will set your event apart.
• Master the art of planning and executing live event activations, ensuring seamless logistics and a memorable guest experience.

Go grab your coffee or your tea, and let's get creative!

What Renee's Obsessed With This Week 🌟 Better with Renée Dalo – June Edition: Better Sleep 🌟

Are you ready to transform your nights and wake up refreshed? Join us this June for "Better with Renée Dalo," where we'll focus on achieving Better Sleep.

What's in store for you:

✨ Three Guided Meditations: Drift into a peaceful slumber with soothing meditations designed to calm your mind and body.

📞 Three Coaching Calls: Get personalized tips and support from Renée to tackle your unique sleep challenges. 📚 Book Club: Dive into our carefully selected book that explores the science and art of sleep and discuss insights with fellow participants. 🌙

Sleep Transformation: Learn practical strategies and build habits to enhance your sleep quality, one day at a time.

Say goodbye to restless nights and hello to rejuvenating rest. Sign up now and start your journey to Better Sleep with Renée Dalo! 🌙💤 Join Better now for only $39/month. Because you are your health are SO worth it, friend! Click here for more.

Unlocking the Secrets to Small Talk Success and Making a First Impression

Want to become a master of engaging conversations and build better relationships effortlessly? I've got the solution to help you achieve that. We just had an engaging and insightful conversation with Jamila Musayeva, where she shared invaluable tips on enhancing personal development skills and mastering the art of engaging conversations. Stay tuned as we dive into the keys to career success, wellness and self-care strategies, and so much more. Get ready to level up your personal and professional life!

My special guest is Jamila Musayeva.

Jamila Musayeva is a certified etiquette expert and summa cum laude graduate in International Affairs from George Washington University. She is an 3x author, and YouTube creator with nearly 1 million subscribers, focusing on international etiquette.

Based in Azerbaijan, Jamila was raised in a culturally rich environment. She is fluent in six languages and obtained her Master's Degree in European Political and Administrative Studies from the College of Europe, Belgium.

Jamila's global perspective is deeply ingrained in her work. Her profound knowledge of diplomatic protocol, coupled with her mastery of etiquette, good manners, and luxury etiquette, positions her as a leading figure in the realm of refined behavior. Her modern approach integrates personal development, female empowerment, and multicultural understanding.

Jamila conducts private and group workshops on etiquette and personal development both in Azerbaijan and internationally. She consistently posts new YouTube videos for her nearly 1M subscribers, she documents her life for her 65K Instagram followers, and she creates monthly etiquette review videos of different films for her paid Patreon community.

Jamila's mission is to foster open-mindedness, cultural appreciation, and a balance between progressive living and preserving traditions, establishing her as a global ambassador for etiquette and cultural understanding.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Master the art of personal development to unlock your full potential.
• Discover effective strategies for building better relationships in both your personal and professional life.
• Unlock the keys to career success and take your professional journey to the next level.
• Prioritize wellness and self-care to achieve a balanced and fulfilling life.
• Learn the art of mastering engaging conversations to leave a lasting impression.
• Connect with Jamila Musayeva

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Until next week, friends!

Beyond the Balance Sheet: Defining Entrepreneurial Success on Your Terms

Discover the surprising financial self-care routine that's transforming the lives of female entrepreneurs! From embracing a daily self care ritual to mastering the art of the money date, uncover how this unexpected approach is creating lasting change. Ready to redefine your relationship with money and success? Stay tuned for the full scoop and get ready to be inspired!

My special guest is Diana Greshtchuk

Diana (She/Her) is the CEO of Fan Your Flame LLC, a financial literacy coach, and your best financial friend. She is passionately committed to guiding entrepreneurs, businesses and individuals to achieve a wide variety of financial goals. Diana utilizes pioneering methods rooted in practical financial concepts, business acumen, and mindset work to educate and empower her clients to achieve goals of financial independence, transformation, and abundance.

Diana is a Certified Master Mind Magic PractitionerTM and is a Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner. By day, she is a VP of Fund Accounting & Finance at a private equity/venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, and holds an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation in the State of California. She's a seasoned investor, venture capitalist, and angel investor for aspiring female entrepreneurs with 20 years of experience in the financial services industry.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Mastering financial literacy for female entrepreneurs unlocks the path to sustainable success in business.
• Cultivating a healthy money mindset and emotional intelligence empowers you to make better financial decisions.
• Implementing proven strategies for financial success in business propels your venture to new heights.
• Embracing the importance of personal finance education equips you with the tools to secure your financial future.
• Building a financially literate brand identity sets your business apart and fosters trust with customers.

Discover the unexpected secret to thriving in your busy season as a wedding professional. You'd be surprised to learn how setting boundaries, practicing inbox hygiene, and scheduling meals can transform your wellness and peace of mind, even during the most hectic times. But that's not all – find out how incorporating meditation and movement into your routine can make all the difference. Stay tuned to uncover the game-changing habits that will elevate your success and happiness, all from the comfort of your own busy schedule.

Download your free Guided Meditation for Wedding Days here

Effective Healthy Habits for Entrepreneurs

In this episode, I share insights on effective healthy habits that entrepreneurs can implement to enhance their overall well-being during busy seasons. These habits encompass physical, mental, and emotional aspects to ensure a holistic approach to self-care. By integrating these habits into their routine, entrepreneurs can navigate demanding schedules with resilience and mindfulness.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Boost productivity and well-being with simple healthy habits for entrepreneurs.
• Master the art of setting boundaries for a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Unlock the power of inbox hygiene for enhanced peace of mind and efficiency.
• Elevate your professional performance with strategic meal planning for busy schedules.
• Discover the transformative benefits of meditation for stress management and mental clarity.

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Go grab your coffee or your tea, and let's talk it out.

See you next week, friends!

Are you ready for a mind-blowing revelation? Entrepreneurs are uncovering unexpected team retention secrets that will transform their businesses. Find out how a simple strategy could be the key to unlocking your team's potential and skyrocketing your success. Get ready to be amazed by what you didn't see coming. Stay tuned for the big reveal!

My guest this week is Shelli Warren.

As a distinguished women's Leadership Advisor and host of the Stacking Your Team podcast, Shelli Warren helps small business owners set up their teams to take over the daily operations of their business so they can focus on higher-level growth decisions. With a track record of steering multi-million dollar projects for Fortune 50 corporations and iconic billion-dollar brands, Shelli has leveraged her background in building and leading technical teams to coach business owners for the last decade. Now in its fifth year, The Stacking Your Team podcast is a top-rated show with over 500,000 downloads that teaches women leaders how to establish a capable leadership team to carry out the daily direction required to delight their clients.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight about:

• Master the art of building and retaining a small business team for long-term success.
• Uncover effective career pathing strategies to empower your team members and drive business growth.
• Harness the power of communication to enhance team management and foster a cohesive work environment.
• Identify and nurture leadership qualities within your team to elevate overall performance and productivity.
• Prioritize self-care strategies to fuel your entrepreneurial journey and lead your team by example.

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Three Fave Things for May!

The Contract Club by Braden Drake is my go-to for all things Contracts, and it's only $30!

The Contract Club currently has 70 complete templates plus industry-specific terms for dozens more. You'll likely find what you need, but they're adding more every month based on requests, and all Club owners immediately get access to new templates. Just last week, they added five new contracts for event sponsorship, personal training, human resource training curriculum, vendor application & vendor agreement for venues, and a web design contract. Click here to dive in.

Have you heard about ENJI? Well, she's turning ONE this month, so it's time I stopped gatekeeping it!

You know we love supporting other small businesses (bonus when they have a female founder), so we're excited to celebrate alongside our friends at Enji and are even more excited for what's to come!

Because in one short year, Enji's marketing tools have helped hundreds of small business owners finally get their marketing together—including me! My favorite feature is the AI Copywriter, and I am obsessed with how it helps me craft messaging that actually sounds like ME. Y'all, it's SO good!

Help me celebrate my friends at Enji by checking it out and joining today. Their super anniversary deal is just $19 a month for the first 12 months, a 35% savings (I did the math for you). Click here to jump in.

🌟 Exciting news! 🌟 This May, my membership, Better with Renee Dalo, is focusing on Better Boundaries – because setting boundaries is key to self-care and growth. 🌿 Are you tired of being a people pleaser? This month is tailored just for you! Join us on this empowering journey as we learn to prioritize our own needs and well-being. 💪🏼✨Ready to take the first step towards a healthier you? Join Better now for only $39/month. Because you are your health are SO worth it, friend! Click here for more.

Until next week, friends!

Have you heard the myths about transitioning from photography to videography? Some say it's too difficult, others claim it's not worth the effort. But what if I told you there's more to the story? Let's uncover the truth together. Stay tuned as we unravel the secrets behind this photography to videography transition.

My guest this week is Bernadette Marciniak.

Bernadette Marciniak, an experienced photojournalist and social media video journalist, brings a unique perspective to the conversation on transitioning from photography to videography. With a background in journalism and a successful career in wedding and brand photography, Bernadette's expertise in content creation and video marketing strategies for photographers is invaluable. Her journey from being hesitant about video to embracing it as a powerful tool for business growth and client engagement resonates with many aspiring videographers. Bernadette's insights on overcoming the fear of video content creation and her expertise in editing techniques for photographer videographers make her a valuable resource for photographers looking to expand into videography.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight about:

• Master the art of transitioning from photography to videography and expand your creative horizons.
• Elevate your content creation game for wedding professionals and capture unforgettable moments in motion.
• Uncover powerful video marketing strategies tailored specifically for photographers to stand out in a crowded market.
• Conquer the fear of video content creation and unleash your storytelling potential through moving pictures.
• Learn expert editing techniques designed for photographer videographers to bring your visuals to life with finesse.

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Go grab your coffee or your tea, and let's talk it out.

Does it feel like you've hit a ceiling in your wedding planning business? Have you been told to just wait it out and hope for the market to pick up? The frustration and the fear of missing out on opportunities can be overwhelming, right? It's time to break free from the limitations and take that next step toward a more diverse and thriving event planning career. Let's explore how to transition from weddings to corporate events, enhance your skills, and find inspiration to succeed in this new journey.

My guest this week is Joan Love.

With years of experience orchestrating events for renowned global brands, Joan Love is not just a seasoned professional planner; she is a dynamic force in the industry, specializing in the worlds of fashion, technology, and art. From New York City to Los Angeles, she honed her skills, mastering the intricacies of corporate events before returning to her roots in Miami to establish Love.Style.Events. Through countless triumphs and trials, Joan has amassed a treasure trove of knowledge, understanding the nuances of events and staying ahead of the curve in event planning technology. Now, she's on a mission to empower planning entrepreneurs through her "Business of Events" podcast, YouTube channel, and personalized training sessions. Her goal? To distill the wisdom of industry giants into actionable insights, transforming not only the lives of the entrepreneurs she serves but the communities that surround them as well.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight about:

• Master the art of transitioning from weddings to corporate events and elevate your event planning skills.
• Discover effective strategies for prioritizing self-care and maintaining a healthy work-life balance as an event planner.
• Unlock the benefits of owning your own ticketed events and maximize your revenue potential.
• Learn the secrets to building a thriving and successful event planning business from the ground up.
• Uncover powerful marketing strategies tailored specifically for event planners to boost your business and attract new clients.

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Unit next week, friends!