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How much is a wedding videographer and should you hire them for your wedding?? This is a common question couples find themselves asking when they're considering whether to hire a wedding videographer. They also ask themselves:

• Do I need a wedding videographer?
• What's the average cost of a wedding videographer?
• How much does a wedding videographer cost?
• Is a wedding videographer worth it?

This is one of my favorite episodes so far on the podcast because it dives into a really important topic that many couples are unsure of and one I feel pretty strongly about. Whether you've already hired your wedding videographer or you're deciding between whether or not to have one, I challenge you to listen to this episode and see if it changes your mind about hiring a wedding videographer.

If you need more help knowing what to say when you reach out to a potential wedding vendor or what questions you should be asking them just like in today’s episode, make sure you check out my Wedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions in the Wedding Planning Template Shop. Go to https://shop.verveeventco.com. 

Finally, don’t forget to let us know in your podcast review what you thought of today’s episode and if we need to change anything up!

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/39

If you liked this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and connect with me at  http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/. And if want to learn more about planning a wedding, send me a DM on Instagram at @asktheplannerpodcast

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TODAY we’re talking about one of my passions, wedding design, specifically, the 5 design questions every couple should ask potential wedding designers. 

But before we get too far ahead, let’s back up a little bit. 

For couples that are just getting started and people in the industry who aren’t used to working with an event designer, can you break it down for us what you mean when we say “wedding design” or “event design”?

One of the biggest reasons weddings are beautiful, cohesive events is they have an amazing design team bringing the couple’s vision to life. And Gabrielle and her team are no exception. If you’re in the south - definitely check them out! 

For the show notes to the episode, visit verveeventco.com/38. 

And if you prefer to create your wedding design on your own, my wedding mood board in the Wedding Planning Template Shop will walk you through how to do just that. Visit shop.verveeventco.com to check it out. 

Finally, please don’t forget to leave a 5-start review for the podcast in Apple Podcasts. If you liked this format, let me know. If you prefer we change it up and do something else. Please include that in your review and we will make sure to adjust. And don’t forget to leave your Instagram handle in your review so I can follow you back!

That’s it for today’s episode. I’ll talk to you again in our next episode with Cindy Coy from Harborview Studios. Whether or not you’ve hired your wedding videographer, or if you’ve decided against it, I challenge you to listen to this episode and see if you still think you don’t need one. I think you’ll change your mind. The episode is going to be that powerful!

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This episode is a follow-up to Episode 36: 6 Things to Do Before You Get Engaged. The time when you become engaged is a roller coaster of emotions. You feel excitement and joy, but possibly also overwhelmed by the many questions people will ask you about your coming nuptials. In today's post, I'm sharing with you what you should think about first, second, and third so that you're able to enjoy the wedding planning and feel in control. 

1. Enjoy your engagement! Drink that champagne and have fun.
2. Pick 3 words to describe your dream wedding to guide you through the decision-making process
3. Pick 3 words to describe how you want to feel during the wedding planning process. These will also help you gain focus when you start to feel overwhelmed. 
4. Pick 3 goals you want to focus on for the wedding
5. Discuss your guest list and budget with your partner
6. Seriously consider hiring a wedding planner!

These 6 items will give you a great foundation to help you tackle all those wedding planning decisions. As long as you keep them in mind, you will be refreshed, relaxed, and ready to party when your wedding day finally arrives. 

If you have questions about any of this, I would love to know. I’m happy to expand on particular topics if you think it’s helpful. 

Leave a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts and write your questions in the review and I’ll incorporate them into a future episode.  If there are specific guests you want me to interview, let me know who that is in your review, too!

Finally, you can also always send me a DM me on IG at @asktheplannerpodcast.

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/37.

In Episode 38, I’m interviewing Gabrielle Mecca of Edge Design group on the 5 questions you need to ask when you interview potential wedding designers. This is the first episode in a mini-series I’m doing on must-ask questions for potential vendors. 

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Today's episode comes from you all, my listeners! I’ve heard from several of you that you’re waiting for the proposal. You're not officially engaged, but you know or hope it's coming soon, so you're looking around, getting some ideas, etc. You’ve been in a relationship for a while, you’ve had the talk, maybe looked at some rings, so you’re just starting to get a feel for this whole wedding planning thing.

NO, I do NOT think you’re crazy. My now-husband and I TOTALLY talked about some of our wedding ideas before we got engaged. We had fun fantasizing and dreaming!

So what should you do now? Below are the five things to do before you get engaged. 

• Think about your guest list.  
• Put together a budget range that you’re comfortable spending on the wedding  
• Decide a part of the country or state where you want to get married.
• Research and reach out to wedding planners.
• Look at wedding venues. 
• Save inspiration to a Pinterest board. 

If you have questions about any of this, I would love to know. I can even do a deep dive into one of these topics if you think it’s helpful. 

Please review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and write your questions in the review and I’ll incorporate them into a future episode.  If there are specific guests you want me to interview or topics you want me to cover in a future episode, let me know who that is in your review, too!

In Episode 37 I’m diving into the next step in the journey, which is what the heck do you do after you get engaged!

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/36.

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In today’s episode, I dive deep into why someone would or would NOT hire a wedding planner. 

You might think it’s interesting that I’m a wedding planner that chose to record an episode on why someone might not want to work with a wedding planner.

But I think it’s a question that a lot of couples and families grapple with. Who should or should not hire a wedding planner? Why hire a wedding planner? Why do we need one?

What does a wedding planner even do? 

Will they be able to execute the vision we have in our heads?

What will they do that I can’t?

Would I get along with a wedding planner or will they control too much? 

These are all great questions and I’m going to answer them in today’s episode.

I get a little heated in some parts because, as you can imagine, I’m pretty passionate about this topic. 

Also, this is the LAST episode of Season 1 of the Ask the Planner podcast. I’m going to take the next few months to focus on my clients and make sure the wedding season is the best one yet.

I’m also going to be interviewing new guests and getting ready for an amazing Season 2 that will be back in October of 2021. 

If you just discovered this podcast, I encourage you to start with episode 1 and binge the rest of the episodes. I’ve covered so many topics already in 35 episodes and had some really awesome guests already. And I’m excited to bring it with Season 2.

If there are specific guests you want me to interview or topics you want me to cover or questions I should answer, PLEASE DM me on Instagram at Asktheplannerpodcast or email me at [email protected]. I would love to hear from you!

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NOTES:
Following up on Tip 32, today's last-minute details tips focus on supplies, back-up plans, and contingencies.  

1. Have some open seats in your floor plan (and know where they are or tell your planner/caterer) in case someone shows up without an RSVP
2. Put aside sentimental objects that you'd like included with your "details shots" and put them all together for your photographer to shoot at one time
3. Pack a good emergency/supply kit, which includes tape, fishing wire, needle and thread, extra black socks, floral wire, post-its, sharpies, scissors, bandaids, mints, and dental floss. 
4. Double-check the weather forecast and see if it's going to affect any of your locations.

Make sure you screenshot this tip so you can come back to it as you're getting close to your wedding!

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In today’s episode of Ask the Planner, we’re talking about how to navigate the 2021 wedding boom. If you haven’t encountered it yet, then you surely will. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, then you should definitely listen to this episode so you’re not caught off guard and scrambling at the last minute. 

The wedding boom is something I’m currently dealing with as a wedding planner with my clients, so I know many of you listening are also dealing with it, too. 

Read the episode show notes at  verveeventco.com/33

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NOTES:

Today's last-minute details tip focuses on the where and when.

1. Tell speakers they have 2-3 minutes for their toast. They'll probably run about 5-7 minutes, but less is always more. Make sure you tell the DJ when they're speaking, too.
2. Tell all family if you plan on taking group photos with them and when/where that will happen.
3. Send your timeline for the day to ALL service providers

If you want more help on putting together your wedding day timeline make sure to check Episode 19 How to Put Together Your Wedding Day Timeline in 7 Steps and also my blog post How to Put Together a Smooth Wedding Day Timeline

There is more to a wedding day timeline than meets the eye. It takes a little more to execute a flawless wedding day than choosing your ceremony and reception timeline. The clearer you can make it (for your wedding vendors and your wedding party!), the more relaxed and FREE you will fee will be on your wedding day. Grab my DAY-OF TIMELINES BUNDLE

I hope this episode helped you get a better idea of how to put together your wedding day timeline. If you have ANY questions, I’m more than happy to answer them! 

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In today’s episode of Ask the Planner, our special guest is sharing with us four insider secrets that you need to know when booking your wedding hotel rooms. 

Your wedding hotel room (or your hotel room block)  is an important aspect of your wedding that should definitely not be overlooked. For almost all weddings, some percentage of its guests will be from out of town.

Read the episode show notes at  verveeventco.com/31.

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If you liked this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and connect with me at  http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/.
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NOTES:
Floral can take up a big part of your budget, so it's important to ask the right questions at the beginning. These questions include:

1. What's the setup/take-down feed and what services does it include?
2. Does this estimate include anyone moving arrangements from one site to another? 
3. Does this estimate include any vessels to keep or do we need to return them all? If so, by when do they need to be returned?
4. Are the inspiration images in your proposal accurate in terms of scale or would mine be bigger or smaller?

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