This Week in Weddings
232 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 121 ratingsThis Week in Weddings is a support group for wedding industry entrepreneurs. We're the ones behind the scenes - planning and designing the wedding, creating the invitations, baking the cakes, and taking the photos. The podcast features wedding planner Kimberly Rhodes and invitation designer Annie Roche chatting about the business of weddings with professionals in the wedding industry.
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Episode 81: Building Your Business While Giving Back to the Community
August 08, 2018 21:28 - 53 minutes - 97.4 MBAre you giving back to the community? If not, it's never too late to start. And even better, giving back can help build your business by expanding your current circle of influence. In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with industry veteran Jennifer Burns, who has seen first hand how being involved in the non-profit events can build a business. No matter what your cause of choice is, this week's episode will have you considering how your company is giving back....
Episode 80: Secrets to Selling Your Business
August 01, 2018 13:00 - 57 minutes - 106 MBWhen you're a small business owner, it's hard to imagine what will happen to your business once you're ready to move on from it. Do you just decide to quit and close up shop? Or is there an opportunity to sell it, creating a profit from the business you've worked so hard to build? In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with someone who successfully sold her service-based, wedding industry business and getting the inside scoop on how it can be done. About our g...
Episode 79: Maximizing Pinterest for Your Wedding Business
July 25, 2018 18:15 - 1 hour - 113 MBWhether you love Pinterest or hate it, there's no denying the fact that the platform holds a dominant place in the wedding industry. From wedding design inspiration to guidance on what to wear for engagement photos, your clients are likely heading to Pinterest for ideas, so why not meet them where they are? In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a Pinterest expert about how to leverage the site for your wedding business. About our guest: Vanessa Kynes ...
Episode 78: The Anatomy of a Successful Partnership
July 18, 2018 21:28 - 1 hour - 116 MBWe've all seen brand partnerships all over the place – from Target's collaboration with Missoni to Kanye West's partnership with Adidas. But as a wedding business, how can you leverage a brand partnership? In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about brand partnerships and how even small businesses can think about growing their brands with valuable collaborations. About our guest: As Head of Brand Content at Shutterfly, Amber Harrison oversees the co...
Episode 77: Giving Without the Expectation of Getting
July 11, 2018 14:00 - 40 minutes - 92 MBGetting ahead in business isn't instantaneous, and sometimes you have to get your foot in the door by giving selflessly. In this episode of This Week In Weddings, we're chatting with Lance Panton, who has made it his business to give without the expectation of getting. In addition to being a Dallas-based DJ, Lance is the editor of the This Week In Weddings podcast. Listen in as he shares his perspective on making yourself a valuable resource without being pushy. About our guest: Lance P...
Episode 76: Productivity Apps for Your Wedding Business
June 27, 2018 13:30 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn today's world, there are so many pieces of software that can help you run your business. From note taking apps to scheduling apps, the options are endless. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a wedding industry veteran about the specific apps he uses throughout his business to stay productive, communicate with potential clients, schedule employees, and generate sales. About our guest: With thirty years of event experience, Kevin Dennis is ...
Episode 75: Get More Done in Less Time
June 20, 2018 14:00 - 37 minutes - 85.3 MBIf you're someone who thinks there are not enough hours in the day, you're not alone! Between marketing your business, servicing your wedding clients, keeping track of your finances, and managing your social media, it's no wonder that entrepreneurs are some of the busiest people on the planet! In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with productivity expert Paul Minors about some ways busy business owners can get ahead with less effort. From managing email to blo...
Episode 74: What You Need to Know About GDPR
June 13, 2018 13:29 - 46 minutes - 106 MBThe General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is "a legal framework that sets guidelines for the collection and processing of personal information of individuals within the European Union (EU)." But what does that mean for small businesses throughout the world? In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with attorney Annette Stepanian who is giving us the low down on what GDPR means, if it applies to us, and what we need to do to make sure we're in compliance. Ab...
Episode 73: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
June 06, 2018 15:51 - 54 minutes - 99.4 MBImpostor syndrome (also known as impostor phenomenon, fraud syndrome or the impostor experience) is a psychological pattern in which people doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent, often internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud." If you own a creative business, no doubt you've at one time or another wondered if you were good enough. Or if you fit in. Or if you really were capable. In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're talking about all these feelings wit...
Episode 72: A Healthy Approach to Competition
May 30, 2018 21:25 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBWhen you run a small business, it's only natural to look around and see what your colleagues are up to. But do you have a healthy approach to competition? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a wedding industry entrepreneur turned business coach about how she went from watching what her competitors were doing to reclaiming her own unique voice in the industry. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience under your belt, this week'...
Episode 71: The Royal Wedding in Review
May 22, 2018 02:58 - 30 minutes - 55.3 MBIn this mini-episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, Kimberly and Annie share their thoughts on the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Tune in for this week's quick episode to reminisce about this historical wedding moment.
Episode 70: Surviving the Wedding Business with a Newborn
May 16, 2018 16:09 - 1 hour - 133 MBRunning a wedding business is very often more than a full-time job and when you add a child to the mix, it's no joke! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a wedding industry entrepreneur who is also a new mom to hear how she's balancing both roles. Whether you have a young child or are just thinking about how you can make parenthood work when you own your own wedding business, this episode is for you. About our guest: After graduating from The...
Episode 69: Making a Career Shift in the Wedding Industry
May 09, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBWhen you're in the wedding industry, you often have the benefit of seeing other vendor categories up close. If you've ever considered making a switch from one field to another, this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast is for you. We're chatting with Larissa and Chavvon Smith, who made the switch from being wedding photographers to owning a letterpress and luxury printing company. This week's episode is a must listen for all the serial entrepreneurs out there, and is full of g...
Episode 68: Identifying Your Ideal Client and Knowing When to Say No
May 02, 2018 16:07 - 1 hour - 111 MBAs you're building your wedding business, it's easy to think any client who can afford your services is your ideal client, but that's simply not the case! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with invitation designer Kristin Wilson about her experience with working with the "right" and the "wrong" clients and how she focuses her business to only work with clients that are a fit with her brand. About our guest: Kristin Wilson is an entrepreneur with...
Episode 67: Integrating Styling Into Your Portfolio
April 25, 2018 18:30 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MBGetting that perfectly styled image isn't all about luck... there's also science involved. From Instagram to print magazines, styling images is all the new rage, and in this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting with photographer Rebecca Yale, who shares some tips for styling images that will get the attention of magazines and potential clients. Whether you're a photographer or planner looking to expand your range of services or you're just wanting better images...
Episode 66: When Life Doesn't Stop for Your Business
April 18, 2018 20:18 - 44 minutes - 82.4 MBAs we say each week, running a business is hard! But when you're dealing with your own personal struggles – whether it be a death in the family, issues with your children, or even a bout with depression – it can be even harder. In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting with custom invitation designer Tifany Wunschl, who shares how she's kept her business afloat for 13 years when life hasn't always made it easy. About our guest: Tifany Wunschl started G...
Episode 65: Reinventing Your Business
April 11, 2018 14:23 - 53 minutes - 98.7 MBIs it time for you to make a change to your business? Sometimes change is necessary to move forward successfully, whether it's a dramatic shift to your business offerings or just a slight tweak. In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting with event planner Amy Zaroff of Minneapolis-based Amy Zaroff Events + Design. In her 15+ years in business, Amy has transformed and reinvented her business several times to keep it moving forward, and in this week's episode ...
Episode 64: Growing Your Business Globally
April 04, 2018 17:38 - 56 minutes - 104 MBGrowing your business doesn't have to just mean booking more events in your local market. Taking your company nationwide or working in different markets is another way to grow your brand. If that's something you're considering, this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast is for you. In this week's episode, we're chatting with musician and singer Jordan Kahn about how he's taken his entertainment company from just local-based to booking events throughout the country. About our ...
Episode 63: The Ins and Outs of Writing Your Own Book
March 28, 2018 14:39 - 42 minutes - 78.6 MBIf you've been in business for any period of time, you may have considered writing a book. But do you know how to go about doing it? In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting with wedding photographer Cavin Elizabeth who recently self-published a book about wedding photography. In this podcast episode, we're diving into the process and steps to get you from idea to published author. About our guest: Cavin Elizabeth is a wedding photographer based in San ...
Episode 62: Breaking Into Jewish Weddings
March 21, 2018 06:04 - 1 hour - 117 MBIf you're not tapped into the Jewish wedding market, you're missing out on business. In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with Michele Schwartz all about breaking into the Jewish wedding market. About our guest: Michele Schwartz began her career in hotels and weddings at Walt Disney World. She is a published author and highly sought-after speaker, with a degree in Communications from the University of Texas at Austin. Michele is the creator and editor-in-...
Episode 61: Sales Tips for the Non-Seller
March 14, 2018 16:53 - 1 hour - 122 MBUntil you make a sale, you're not really in business. Making sales is what it's all about, yet many of us in the wedding industry haven't been properly trained on how to sell and how to close the deal. In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting consultant and trainer Cindy Novotny about sales tips that anyone can use to book more business. About our guest: Cindy is the founder of Master Connection Associates, a premiere international training and consulti...
Episode 60: Coffee Talk with Kimberly & Annie
March 07, 2018 14:40 - 35 minutes - 64.6 MBIn this casual episode of This Week in Weddings, Kimberly and Annie catch up, chat a bit about their own weddings, and look forward to coming episodes.
Episode 59: Living Your Brand
February 28, 2018 18:53 - 1 hour - 112 MBIs your business model a true reflection of who you are? Are you carrying out your brand's image in your every day life? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with event planner Andrea Eppolito, of Andrea Eppolito Events about living your brand. From what you wear and how you present yourself in public to having an understanding of the restaurants your ideal client frequents, this week's episode is all about keeping your brand top of mind. About our gu...
Episode 58: Confessions of a Conference Junkie
February 22, 2018 03:40 - 41 minutes - 39.5 MBAre you educating yourself and growing your network by attending industry conferences? In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with photographer Phillip Van Nostrand about his experience on the conference circuit and how it's affected his business and industry connections. From the Engage conference to WPPI, Phil will share how he's leveraged wedding industry conferences to grow his business and network. About our guest: Phillip Van Nostrand is based i...
Episode 57: Using Your Personal Style in Your Client's Events
February 14, 2018 16:24 - 54 minutes - 125 MBSometimes it's just nice to chat with someone who has a rich history in the event industry, has grown a successful business, and just tells it like it is. This week on the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're doing just that with New York City-based event designer Jes Gordon. In this week's episode, we're chatting with Jes about her experience the industry and what she's learned along the way. About our guest: Jes Gordon’s namesake company jesGORDON/properFUN, provides high end, personal...
Episode 56: Digital Marketing Tips to Compliment Your Social Strategy
February 07, 2018 14:30 - 52 minutes - 120 MBSEO and websites and social media... oh my! In this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with Julie Novack of PartySlate all about digital marketing. Julie shares some straight forward tips for boosting your presence on Google, improving your website, and creating online profiles for your business. About our guest: Julie Novack is the CEO and Co-Founder of PartySlate, a photo-rich platform where leading event professionals share their work with the world. P...
Episode 55: Pricing for Profit
January 31, 2018 14:12 - 1 hour - 155 MBIf you're not making a profit, you don't have a business. While it sounds simple, creative businesses aren't always the best at charging what they're worth. In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with Sean Low, who has been consulting creative businesses for nearly 10 years. Check out this week's episode for some real talk and tough love as Sean Low lays it down! About our guest: Sean Low is the Founder and President of The Business of Being Creative, a cons...
Episode 55: Working with Millenials
January 24, 2018 14:30 - 1 hour - 146 MBOh Millenials! They always get a bad rap, but when Millenials are our clients (and employees) in the wedding industry, it's important that we understand who they are, how they think, and how best to work with them. In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with Dallas-based event planner Meredith Commender, who has the skinny on the mindset and preferences of this generation, born between 1981 and 1999. About our guest: Meredith Commender, CSEP has been the...
Episode 53: Crash Course in European Weddings
January 17, 2018 09:12 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBHow much do you know about European weddings? Oh... not much? Neither do we, so we're getting our learn on with two ladies who know all about weddings in France! About our guests: Anne Mulvihill Prior to forming Fête in France, Anne worked in marketing, public relations and communications in a large international corporation. The inspiration for starting her own agency came when she organized her most favorite event: her own wedding. Nancy LaTart After beginning her professional ...
Episode 52: 2018 Goals
January 10, 2018 14:30 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBHappy New Year, and welcome back to the This Week In Weddings podcast! In this mini-episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, Kimberly and Annie share some of the biggest things they've learned from the podcast in 2017 and share some of their personal and professional goals for 2018.
Episode 51: Increasing Your Referrals
December 20, 2017 14:21 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBRaise your hand if you want to increase the number of referrals you receive.... We thought so! While advertising your wedding business is certainly a way to bring in clients, direct referrals is often the most effective (and least expensive) way to grow your business, and this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast is all about increasing your referrals. Our guest Laura Neff, owner of Laura Lee Photography, has increased her referrals 1200% and she's sharing some tips with us on...
Episode 50: Clone Your Best Clients
December 13, 2017 14:30 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBThink back to that client you absolutely LOVED working with. How would you like to have every client be that client? Sounds dreamy, right? Well, that perfect client doesn't have to be a fluke. It today's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're talking to consultant and author Heidi Thompson about how to clone your best clients. About our guest: Heidi Thompson is the best-selling author of Clone Your Best Clients and the founder of Evolve Your Wedding Business where she speci...
Episode 49: The Psychology of a Bride
December 06, 2017 15:02 - 46 minutes - 44.5 MBHave you ever wished you had a degree in psychology to better understand your clients? Well if so, this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast is for you! From "Daddy's Girl" brides to the quiet and shy "Mouse" we're digging into different personality types of brides and how to best deal with them. About our guest: Kylie Carlson is the CEO of the International Academy of Wedding and Event Planning providing training and certification for wedding planners, stylists and designers sin...
Episode 48: What We're Thankful For
November 22, 2017 15:54 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBIt's Thanksgiving week, and we're taking some time out to be thankful. In this mini-episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, Kimberly and Annie share some of the things they are thankful for this holiday season.
Episode 47: Managing a Business in Multiple Cities
November 15, 2017 20:16 - 57 minutes - 57.5 MBHave you ever considered opening a second location for your wedding business? If so, this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast is for you. From determining when to travel to each of your locations and delegating to a team that can work independently, this week's episode dives into the hows of managing a business in two different markets. About our guest: As Partner and Creative Director of Jackson Durham, Heath Alan Ray is the award-winning creative force behind the compa...
Episode 46: End of Year Financial Gut Check
November 08, 2017 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBWith the end of the year quickly approaching and the start of another year on the horizon, there's no better time to take a look at your business finances. In this episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with financial guru Paco de Leon about the things we should be doing as the year wraps up from a financial and accounting perspective. About our guest: Paco de Leon is a musician who happens to be killer at finance. She has spent most of her career working with creat...
Episode 45: Getting It Right With Employment Laws
November 01, 2017 06:38 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIndependent contractors. Employees. Interns. Salary. Hourly. There is so much to consider when it comes to adding members to your team, and in this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're talking to employment attorney Caroline Harrison about the ins and outs about growing your team the legally correct way. About our guest: Caroline Harrison is a founding Partner of Dowell Pham Harrison LLP. As an attorney Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Bo...
Episode 44: Making Money While You Sleep
October 25, 2017 14:30 - 57 minutes - 55.3 MBIn a service-based business, there is always a limit of scalability. You can only work so many hours and so many weddings, and the most common way to scale your business is to bring on more team members. In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're talking to photographer Katie Doherty, who in addition to her photography business has created a successful online, product-based business, La Rousse Shoppe. With her online business, Katie literally makes money while she ...
Episode 43: Coping with Business Burnout
October 18, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBWhen you're a high achiever with high standards and a strong work ethic, it's easy to take it to the extreme. Working crazy hours dealing with difficult clients and being in an industry that is focused around servicing others, it's no wonder that many wedding industry professionals have suffered through bouts of burnout. In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're talking to sales consultant and coach Rachel Sheerin, who dealt with a major case of burnout in the hosp...
Episode 42: Protecting Yourself From Business Bullies
October 11, 2017 19:51 - 50 minutes - 45.1 MBIn today's world of social media, good publicity and bad publicity can spread like wildfire. For a small business owner, that can be scary! Could one negative review or one disgruntled client completely destroy your business and the reputation you've worked so hard to build and maintain? In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're talking to photographer, author and coach Andrea Polito, who was thrown into the spotlight when one of her wedding couples went on the loc...
Episode 41: Working Through a Creative Rut
October 04, 2017 14:00 - 53 minutes - 47.4 MBAs a creative entrepreneur, it can often be a challenge to consistently be creating new and innovative work. With the pressures of social media and the pressures of running a business, it's no wonder that creative entrepreneurs can easily fall into a creative rut. In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting with custom invitation designer and calligrapher Lauren Essl about her struggle with being in a creative rut. We're getting real in this week's episode,...
Episode 40: Getting Out of Your Own Way
September 27, 2017 19:31 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting with business coach Dane Sanders about entrepreneurs holding themselves back. While it's easy to use limiting language (and most don't even realize they are doing it!), Dane shares his perspectives on changing one's mindset in order to transform their businesses. About our guest: With earned degrees in business and philosophy, 12+ years as a professional photographer, over a decade of speaking, consulting and coa...
Episode 39: Balancing Work and Life as a Single Parent in the Wedding Industry
September 20, 2017 14:35 - 38 minutes - 34.4 MBManaging a wedding business is hard. Add kids into the mix and it's even harder. For all those single parents out there doing it, we are in awe! In this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're talking with a New Orleans based wedding planner who is doing just that – managing a business as a single parent. And you guys... she home schools one of her kids too! Hear how she does it all and keeps her head above water in this week's episode of This Week In Weddings! About our...
Episode 38: Tips for Surviving a Busy Wedding Season
September 13, 2017 06:13 - 23 minutes - 22 MBDepending on where in the country you live, you might have just finished your busy wedding season or you might just be starting it. Regardless, getting through the peak season in your wedding business is no joke! In this mini-episode of This Week In Weddings, Kimberly and Annie share some of their top tips for surviving the busy wedding season. From meal planning to couriers, you're sure to get a few take-away tips in this week's podcast to help you survive your busiest time of year!
Episode 37: How to Have a Profitable Presence
September 06, 2017 14:00 - 57 minutes - 51.6 MBHow your present yourself can affect how you're perceived by your clients, potential clients, and wedding industry peers. Are you putting your best foot forward, not only with your appearance but also your body language and communication style? In this week's episode of This Week In Weddings, we're talking to image consultant Tara Hooper, owner of The Style Signature about how to "show up" in order to have the most positive impact. About our guest: Tara Hooper is a certified image consul...
Episode 36: Thinking Outside the Box of Networking
August 30, 2017 17:33 - 48 minutes - 45.6 MBNetworking in the wedding industry doesn't just have to mean belonging to a dedicated, weekly networking group or joining an event or wedding association. There are other ways to build and grow your network of wedding industry peers, colleagues and friends. In this episode of This Week In Weddings, we're talking to John Cain Sargent, owner of John Cain Photography about his experience with networking and how he has grown his business by networking with an open hand. About our guest: For ...
Episode 35: Purchasing a Business and Business Assets
August 23, 2017 14:00 - 49 minutes - 44.7 MBBeing in the wedding industry doesn't necessarily mean you have to start a business from scratch. Purchasing an existing business or purchasing portions of another existing business might be for you. In this episode of This Week In Weddings, we're talking all about purchasing a business or business assets as a means to begin your wedding business. In this episode, we're talking to Jennifer Applbaum, owner of Invited Paperie about her experience purchasing business assets to start her busines...
Episode 34: Succession Planning for Your Business
August 16, 2017 13:37 - 54 minutes - 48.2 MBNo one wants to think about what dying. But this episode of This Week In Weddings is all about planning ahead for what would happen to your finances (both personal and business) and assets if you were to die or become incapacitated while running your wedding business. We're talking to attorney Ashley McMillan of The McMillan Firm about business succession planning and estate planning, including topics such as wills, trusts, buy-sell agreements, power of attorneys, and more. About our guest...
Episode 33: Finding a Mentor to Accelerate Your Wedding Business
August 09, 2017 14:30 - 41 minutes - 39 MBThis week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast is focused on mentorship. As your business grows, having a mentor to bounce ideas off of, guide you as your business needs change, and even to help you avoid mistakes is incredibly helpful. In this episode of the podcast, we're talking with event planner and designer Emily Clarke, owner and creative director of Emily Clarke Events, who opens up about her experiences with mentors. In fact, her current mentor in the wedding indust...
Episode 32: Growing Your Business by Growing Your Team
August 02, 2017 12:00 - 48 minutes - 51.9 MBIn this week's episode of the This Week in Weddings podcast, we're chatting all about growing your business through staff who operate under your business name. With so many entrepreneurs in the wedding industry looking to grow their businesses and have others take on clients under their business name -- for example, photography companies who book associate photographers, or wedding planning companies that have planners on their team who take on their own clients -- we thought it would be gre...