Latest Starting your business Podcast Episodes
247 Why I Became a Coach (and why I'm SO passionate about business education for wedding pros)
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - July 02, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO podcast, I reintroduce myself and share my journey from corporate event planning to running a thriving wedding business. I open up about the challenges I faced, the wrong turns I took, and the valuable lessons I learned along the way. And it's Summertime...
246. If I wanted to book more weddings in 2024, I'd do this.
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - June 25, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsSales plateaued? In this episode we dive into transforming your sales funnel with strategic texting! One student saw her conversion rate soar from 19% to 58% in just one month. Tune in to learn the exact steps to humanize your brand, effectively follow up with leads, and stand out from the c...
245. Your Small Thinking is Keeping You Small
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - June 18, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO podcast, I share my opening keynote from the 2024 Wedding Pro CEO Summit, focusing on the theme "If you wanted to, you would." We tackle how to overcome industry challenges like stress and undervaluing your time, and dive into prioritizing revenue-generatin...
244. Are WeddingPro and Zola Wasting Your Money?
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - June 11, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode, I dive into the big question many wedding pros face: should you invest in paid advertising on listing sites like The Knot and WeddingWire, or focus more on organic marketing? Drawing from a recent WeddingPro article, my own experiences, and real-life examples from my students, ...
243. The Reality of AI in Wedding Planning
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - June 04, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsWelcome back Wedding Pros! In this podcast episode, I react to an article, headline reads: We used ChatGPT as our wedding planner — it saved us $5,000 (eye roll) So today I want to reiterate the irreplaceable value of professional wedding planners and debunk myths about using AI for wedding pla...
242. Are Paid Ads Right For You?
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - May 28, 2024 09:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsDo you run paid ads? This episode is dedicated to all my fellow wedding pros who’ve ever wondered about the right time to start leveraging Google Ads. I’m thrilled to share not just my own experiences, but also the deep insights from Mark Chapman of the I Do Society. In an increasingly digit...
241. Understanding the FTC's Non-Compete Ban w/ Paige Griffith
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - May 21, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode, we unpack the recent FTC ban on non-compete agreements and its implications for wedding industry professionals. Returning guest and legal expert Paige Griffith, of the Legal Paige, helps to unravel the complexities of this regulation, providing practical advice on protecting yo...
240. Venue Wisdom: Sales Strategies Wedding Pros Cannot Live Without w/ Shannon Tarrant
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - May 14, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO podcast, I'm thrilled to bring you insights from wedding venue marketing expert Shannon Tarrant, creator of: Venue Help Desk: Expert consulting and support for venue managers. Together, we explore the nuanced challenges venue owners face and unpack target...
239. From Ghosted to Booked: Transform Your Inquiry Responses and Win Clients
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - May 07, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsHey fellow Wedding Pros! Are you tired of losing leads and feeling like your emails are just floating into the abyss? In this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast I'll share a crucial, yet simple tweak to your sales strategy that's helped my team close five figures every month! It's all ab...
238. Making Your Business Your #1 Client w/ Tanisha Lee
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - April 30, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsHey there CEO! In this podcast episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by Tanisha Lee, the renowned "Systems Queen," who shares her expert insights on utilizing systems and AI to streamline operations and enhance client experiences for wedding industry professionals. We discuss practical strategies t...
237. Ghosting, Bookings, and Building Your Team: Mind Blowing Q1 Review
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - April 23, 2024 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsHey there, wedding pros! In this episode I dive deep into the secrets behind those quarter one business recaps you've seen floating around. I'm all about those numbers, and let me tell you, there's so much more to them than meets the eye. Join me as we analyze leads, consultations, and booking...
236. Consistent Lead Generation: Ads in the Wedding Industry Just Got Easier
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - April 16, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode I chatted with Whitney Hodges and Daniela Justus, the brilliant minds behind Wedding Industry Ads and Summit speakers at this years Wedding Pro CEO Summit, June 3 - 6, 2024, at the Line Hotel, in Austin Texas. https://brandeegaar.com/summit We dove into the world of Google and M...
235. 5 Steps to Take When an Employee Quits Your Wedding Business
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - April 09, 2024 09:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsHey Wedding Industry Pros! Are you feeling overwhelmed by the emotional toll of employee resignations? Trust me, I've been there. But here's the thing: it's not the end of the world. Join me on my podcast where I walk you through a five-step process to handle resignations like a pro, whether t...
234. Mastering Conflict Resolution in the Wedding Industry w/ Jen Trotter
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - April 02, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsI had the pleasure of sitting down with Jen Trotter, a bridal beauty expert and conflict resolver, to explore the complexities of dealing with drama, conflict, and chaos in the wedding industry, emphasizing the significance of effective conflict management. Jen and I share practical tips and in...
233. You're Running a Business. Treat it Like One.
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - March 26, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsToday we dive deep into the importance of profitability for our wedding businesses. Without profit, our businesses lack purpose. It's a heart-to-heart conversation aimed at helping you navigate the challenges of balancing creative fulfillment with the financial health of your business. =====...
232. Should You List Pricing on Your Website?
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - March 19, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode i'm diving into the BIG question: to list or not to list your pricing on your website. I've shifted from being on the fence to a firm believer in showcasing your rates. It's all about transparency and connecting with your ideal clients right from the start. This podcast is bu...
231. Quick Pricing Strategy for Wedding Pros
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - March 12, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn today's episode, I focus on the importance of embracing the pricing question from potential clients. I emphasize the significance of understanding it as a buying question, providing insight from my Accelerator program coaching calls and a personal anecdote about designer shopping in New York....
230. Pricing Your Services for Success [Power Hour Coaching Call]
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - March 05, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsImagine transforming your business from DIY-focused messaging that attracts budget-conscious clients to a premium brand that commands top dollar. That's exactly what Felicia did, skyrocketing her sales from $400 to an astonishing $14,000 in just one month with the right strategies. This isn't ...
229. 15 Best Marketing Ideas [that will actually make you money!]
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - February 27, 2024 10:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsI'm beyond excited to dive deep into an episode that's packed with marketing gold just for you. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on my very own playbook to share 15 game-changing marketing strategies that are guaranteed to boost your revenue this year. All the resource links mentioned in th...
228. The 4 Buyer Types and How to Close Them w/ Kenda Laney
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - February 20, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsI would like to introduce you to my Business Coach for 2024, Kenda Laney. We talk about the 4 buyer types and how understanding these can boost marketing and sales outcomes. The 4 buyer types are: Driver, Analytical, Expressive, and Amiable. Each has unique characteristics and behaviors that i...
227. You're Using Instagram Wrong. Do This Instead.
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - February 13, 2024 10:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsThis episode dives into the importance of using Instagram strategically as a wedding professional to fill your lead funnel. Rather than viewing Instagram as a gallery for pretty photos that requires random posting, it should be utilized as a powerful sales tool to constructively engage with pote...
226. How to Generate More Leads and Close More Weddings
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - February 06, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsToday's episode is a little bit different because I am replaying the live workshop that I recently hosted. (February 1, 2024) We had 1200 wedding pros register for this workshop, We had so much fun on this webinar, where I share with you the concept of the "engagement boom" expected in 2024 and...
225. Flower Power: From Farm to Flourishing Business w/ Sydney Garvey
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - February 01, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsSydney Garvey's story is a testament to the power of implementing the course work inside of the Wedding Pro CEO Accelerator. She transitioned from flower farming to opening a brick-and-mortar florist shop while expanding her wedding services. The key moment that activated the growth was her ...
224. Wedding Photographer to CEO: Cayla Cummings' Scaling Journey
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - January 31, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsWhat can the Wedding Pro CEO Accelerator do for my Photo and Video Business? In this episode, I had the wonderful opportunity to chat with Cayla Cummings, a phenomenal luxury wedding photographer and videographer from Texas. We dived deep into Cayla's journey of creating a thriving multiple six...
223. From $47k to $150k+ in Just Months w/ Accelerator Student Madeline Hockley
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - January 30, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this podcast episode, my guest, Canadian wedding planner, Madeline Hockley shares her journey from an overwhelmed wedding entrepreneur to a thriving wedding pro CEO. Despite her initial skepticism, Madeline testifies to the significant positive impact that the program has had on her business...
222. Stop Getting Ghosted and Start Getting BOOKED!
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - January 23, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsI'm super excited to bring you this podcast episode, which is a special sneak peek into a live mastermind call from my Wedding Pro CEO Accelerator. We're tackling a big issue that's all too familiar in our industry: the dreaded client ghosting. In this episode, I take you right into the heart of...
221. What Worked, What Didn't & What I'll Be Doubling Down on in 2024
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - January 16, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this reflective, in and outs episode, I take listeners behind the scenes of my 2023 business year, discussing the highs and lows and lessons learned. From the success of the Wedding Pro CEO Accelerator program to failing to meet our expected revenue targets, it was a year of both growth and...
220. Why You Aren't Hitting Your Goals (and what to do instead!)
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - January 09, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsBrandee Gaar explores the transformative power of strategic planning and goal setting. She introduces the "Big Ass Calendar," a tool for visualizing and organizing the entire year, emphasizing the importance of seeing big-picture plans. Brandee stresses the need for SMART goals (Specific, Meas...
219. The Simple Way to Maximize Your Productivity in the New Year!
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - January 02, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsIn this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO podcast, host Brandee Gaar welcomes health consultant Tanessa Shears for a lively discussion on entrepreneurial health. Brandee and Tanessa focus on simple everyday solutions such as sufficient sleep habits and morning coffee intake and the role it plays in...
218. Copywriting Strategies: Unlock Post-Wedding Profits! w/ Prerna Malik
The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast - December 26, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsBrandee Gaar talks with Prerna Malik, an incredible copywriter and co-founder of Content Bistro, on how to create post-wedding campaigns to increase the lifetime value of clients. Prerna, a recognized conversion copywriter, emphasizes leveraging five potential post-wedding campaigns: Review an...
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