Most of us wedding industry folk are visualists. But what happens when your clients aren't and can't see what you see? Professional wedding designer Gabrielle Mecca and I are diving into just that - communicating and selling the vision to your clients no matter what kind of clients you work with. It’s all about the communication, being willing to step outside the box and (arguably the most difficult) composure, just to name a few. So if you are looking for the hottest tips on how to better communicate with your clients your vision and give them the wedding they deserve, then this is the episode for you! Grab your coffee, grab your tea, let's talk it out!

Brand ambassador Asia Rau and I are diving into the little-discussed (but always necessary), digital empathy to remind you that yes, the thing on the other side of that email or comment is a real person with real feelings! It's hard to stay personable behind a screen, especially with the past 2 years under our belt - but that's what we're here to tackle! Come join us for some exclusive actionable steps you can take to make sure you're authenticity can still show through all those 1's and 0's. Grab your coffee or your tea, click below, and let's talk it out!

New people, new places, new market, new way of living. I stil down with stationer Sandy Shannon, where she talks about her business moving from the small state of CT to the west coast of CA. Sandy talks about how she made an unexpected move work for her and her business. So if you are finding yourself in a state of flux with your business and need a little advice on how to make the move, grab a pen and let’s talk it out! 

Key Takeaways: 

Preparing for a new market  Providing a human service  In-person networking  Sample kits  Friendships in the industry  Becoming a go-to  Least favorite font  Working in different markets 

One thing I LOVE about attending conferences is on-the-spot coaching! Places like these is where I've built some forever relationships, and I am so glad this year was just as amazing. Allison Davis and I sat down this week to chat about building relationships, clients and vendors alike! Relationships take work, and if you're willing to put in that glitter-riddled elbow grease, then you'll walk away with better relationships in your business, and even in life.

Remember to grab your coffee & your tea when you listen to this insightful episode full of personal experiences!

The lovely and talented Jessie Kaira joined me last week to talk about boundaries and burnout how balance is crucial to keep you and your business flowing. Hustling until you can't anymore leads to nothing good - both Jessie and I can attest to that, and we dig into our own experiences to show you how to build habits and practices that can keep you away from the treacherous waters of unhealthy living.

Your business can't run without you, so it's time to grab your coffee or your tea before you listen to the latest episode on how to stay healthy and thriving!

The brilliantly versatile Oniki Hardtman is here to enlighten us about the path to achieving the dream of becoming the destination wedding planner you've always wanted to be. She's no stranger to challenges and pushing your comfort zone, so she's here to give you the facts of what you need to know if this is the path you want. If you've ever considered branching out to destinations as a planner, then this episode is for you! Full episode & show notes are available now at www.reneedalo.com/branching-out-to-destinations/. See you there, friends!

In this episode, Digital shop owner Christina Scalera talks about how creating digital products, no matter what industry you’re in, can help you make money in your sleep. We talk about why you should and how as much effort as it may take initially, if done right, the benefits can help grow both your business and your wallet. So grab your coffee and a pen, and lets talk it out! 

 Self-care does not mean selfish. In this episode, I talk with the director of the Center for Women’s Voice Malika Amandi, about viewing self-care in a totally different light. Malika is passionate about helping women find their voice and self-care is a tremendous part of that. So if you need a little guidance on how to connect with yourself and discover what you need to find your self-care path, then this is the episode for you. 

Key Takeaways: 

Pandemic shift  Self-care as a revolutionary act  pay attention to yourself  where to start to find your awareness  we all change over time  stay connecting to yourself  many avenues 

I bet you can come up with a hundred answers for this one, and none of them being completely accurate. In this episode, I chat with branding expert Lisa Haggis about how a niche is not a one and done type deal. It is something that needs to be constantly assessed and constantly tested if you want to attract and grow with a business that is aligned with you and your values. So grab a pen and notebook for this one! You won’t want to miss talking this one out! 

PODCAST EPISODE CODE:   

Key Takeaways: 

Branding & niche  What makes you unique  How to figure it out  Value based  Getting over the fear  Procrastinating  The problem you solve  Say yes until you can say no  What about the bagels?  Not a personal brand