Real wedding vendors share their tips and tricks for surviving and thriving in this one of a kind industry. Hosted by The... more
Listen now on
Episodes
As business owners, we’ve all been there—those million ideas a minute, right? Some of them make it through the "friends... more
Last week, we gathered with 14 incredible members of The Planner’s Vault at our latest Workation retreat, held in a... more
Clients don't just want great service. They value and prioritize experiences that stand out, that feel personalized, and that make... more
Should you expand your business to service new locations? It makes sense, right? If you have a business that's thriving... more
In part one of our conversation, Hannah Abad talked through the signs of burnout and how our nervous system reacts... more
Today we’re diving into a topic that affects so many of us in the wedding industry: resilience and burnout.This summer,... more
Last week, Gina and Megan gave their insider tips on how to plan a workcation. With the planning done, they... more
How do you plan an effective workcation for your team? Today, Megan and Gina give us the inside scoop on... more
If you're anything like me, you've got all the ideas - to grow your business, to generate a viral social... more
Colleen Carswell is ridiculously busy, but she has all the amazing tips on time management, which she actually calls energetic... more
As busy professionals, it can be a never ending journey to try to figure out how to structure your day,... more
Back in 2019, photographer Jillian Knight asked me to coffee to talk about an idea she had for her business... more
Actually, Ask US Anything, as Gina Johnston from The Planner's Vault joins the podcast today to tackle some big topics,... more
Let me take a peek into your small business owner brain. You feel the pressure to be active and showing... more
You asked the questions, and here are the answers!It's time for another AMA - a candid, no holds barred, ask... more
Let's face it, this is one of the busiest seasons of your career. It feels like you don't have time... more
As the CEO of Walk West, a Triangle Business Journal 40 Under 40 award winner, wife, and mom of 2,... more
Grieving is unfortunately a universal part of the human experience. Whether it's hit us yet or not, grief will bring... more
How can we navigate burnout by recognizing survival brain, dismantling decades-old beliefs, and prioritizing self-awareness?It's not easy, but today we... more
Recently, I’ve been sharing my personal journey with burnout in episodes 272, 274, and 275, and I've heard from so... more
Back when I was starting my planning business in 2010, things were a lot different than today. Community over competition... more
Today we're sharing some easy financial wins for you to be able to save more money, unlock some amazing perks,... more
As entrepreneurs, we carry a heavy load. We're leading our teams, we're planning for more growth, we're handling setbacks, trying... more
On last week's episode, Megan took you on a behind the scenes journey to the beginning of this year when... more
If you listened to episode 272, you heard about Megan's burnout and why she took a pause from recording new... more
One of the quickest routes to burnout (see episode 272) is doing the same thing over and over, staying on... more
Megan here. I'm back, and I'm inviting you into a personal reflection and behind-the-scenes look at what burnout can look... more
Lisa Lyons has been in the wedding industry for 19 years, but she has been drawn to etiquette her entire... more
Motivational speaker and award-winning storyteller Kelly Swanson advises wedding professionals (and all business owners who want more sales), "Don't sell... more
Lindsay Lucas is THE wedding venue consultant. She's a former wedding planner who now helps venue owners (and those aspiring... more
When you hear the word "belonging", what do you think of? Maybe you think of wedding pros, because we're welcoming,... more
Fill out this survey and give us your feedback for a chance to win a $50 Amazon.com gift card and... more
When you're pitching your services to potential clients, are you using Luxury Language? Or are you using Discount Dialect? Today,... more
Do you have money mindset blocks that are preventing your business from growing and preventing you from leading your best... more
Rachel Sheerin, keynote speaker and Megan's first business coach, is guest-hosting this episode. She comes from a wedding background before... more
"Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, 'Make me feel... more
On this episode (listen to part 1 here), we ask engaged couples the questions you can’t really ask when they... more
On this episode, we ask engaged couples the questions you can’t really ask when they reach out to you. But... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
With finances, I still have blocks (listen to the intro) preventing me from fully feeling comfortable and empowered when it... more
Today we're tackling engagement and booking season, and I'm going to share three strategies and mindset shifts that will help... more
At the end of last year, I sent out a survey to my email list asking them to share what... more
Megan and Jason Gillikin talk about their wins for 2023, their misses, most memorable moments, and goals for 2024. Tune... more
This week, we're taking a little adventure to explore the not-so-glamorous side of balancing entrepreneurship with personal life. I'm thrilled... more
Today we’re sharing an episode of the Own Your Business Podcast, which I was a guest on earlier this year.... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
It's Hot Takes Time. I'll be talking about some common business advice that I think is garbage, my best advice... more
I’m getting lots of DMs and questions about building relationships and superfans and thought that sharing an episode I was... more
Hey friends! Today's episode is a short roundup of a few things I want to share with you, including my... more
After 12 years as a wedding planner, I can say this with deep conviction. The number one way I built... more
Over the years, I've had countless conversations with wedding pros about the constant challenge of nailing down their business messaging... more
Are you struggling to balance too many commitments with a never ending to-do list? (Raising my hand with you)Maybe you're... more
It's time for some more hot takes, this time with the Tech Savvy Creative, and all about the latest tech... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Recently one of small-group coaching students said to me, "Megan, when I think about you and other educators, it's like... more
I’ve heard this question from a lot of you out there listening and engaging with us on social media, and... more
Have I ever told you about the required public speaking class I put off until my last semester of undergrad?... more
You're in a high-stress industry, your weekends are gold, and nobody's got time for filler content or fluff. That's why... more
The Messy Middle - it's one of those business owner struggles that we all go through. And over the years,... more
Have you ever wondered what makes a truly unforgettable experience stand out from the usual client interactions that often end... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Over the last five years, I've spent countless episodes diving into the behind the scenes of working in the wedding... more
Today's episode focuses on our life partners. That’s right, we went there, with psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleigh,... more
In the last episode, I spoke with Carissa Kruse, and we shared our stories of being recently diagnosed with ADHD,... more
Earlier last year, my life changed when I was officially diagnosed with ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I always felt... more
Today we're navigating a topic that can cause quite a few of us to squirm: our relationship with money. But... more
Today and for all of July, we’re going to do something a little different here. Instead of Weddings for Real,... more
Three of my favorite episodes - and our most popular - are the ones where we had a chance to... more
We are all juggling a lot of things and wearing quite a few hats in our day-to-day lives. If you... more
Our guest today is an absolute legend in the wedding industry, the one and only Lynn Easton. Her resume alone... more
I've heard you loud and clear - you're overwhelmed by all the wedding pro educators out there, and you're not... more
It's time to talk about content strategy, which I know can feel super overwhelming. You feel the pressure to create... more
If you’ve been in the wedding industry for really any length of time, you’ve probably had a nightmare client or... more
It's Terrica. It's wedding industry hot takes part 2. No need to say more.Part 1Terrica's $9/mo Wedding Pro Workshop---Today's episode... more
It's Terrica. It's wedding industry hot takes. No need to say more.---Today's episode is brought to you by The Planner's... more
Today we bring back Jason Gillikin, my partner of 13 years and fellow entrepreneur. Life gets pretty hectic when you're... more
How can we guide our potential clients to take that next step? Maybe they see our Instagram post or TikTok... more
One of the most challenging questions I get asked in my coaching conversations is, “When do I know when it’s... more
If I was on stage at Wedding MBA in front of hundreds of your peers, and I chose your website... more
Today we're celebrating five years of the podcast (!), so it's time for a fun and reflective episode on five... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
The Planner's Vault doors are open! Come join us!----Recently I was a guest on The Women’s Social Club Podcast, a... more
When analyzing your own website, you want to ask yourself:Does it pass the caveman test where the user knows in... more
On episode 211, we interviewed couples to find out what they REALLY are looking for in the vendor vetting process.... more
I say this with love...--------Episodes Referenced:168: How to get on a wedding venue's preferred list, with Shannon Tarrant175: 9 tips... more
Today we’re talking about Engage, the luxury wedding business summit that happens twice a year in breathtaking locations around the... more
What happens when couples inquire (we get the inquiries!), but we’re not booking as many weddings as we want? Or... more
A couple weeks ago, we went to The Merrimon Wynne Winter Wedding Showcase. The Merrimon Wynne is a historic home... more
As much as we all love the events industry, one major challenge is that we’re service based. We need to... more
TikTok is a platform I have not invested my time in outside creating my profile because it’s yet another app... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Many of you are running your own business, and that’s something you should be extremely proud of. It takes a... more
Megan and Jason Gillikin talk about their wins for 2022, their failures, word-of-the-year, and goals for 2023. Tune in... more
Today we're sharing an episode that Megan guested on - Wedding Industry Insider, hosted by Eddie Babbage, CEO of Timeline... more
As we get further in our careers and lives, we all encounter a space where transformation is necessary to find... more
I've heard you loud and clear - you're overwhelmed by all the wedding pro educators out there, and you're not... more
Let me ask you a couple tough questions - What is your innate brand advantage over your competition? Are... more
Last week, we were at Wedding MBA in Las Vegas, and it was memorable to say the least - and... more
Starting a small business is not for the faint of heart. There’s fear that you’re not the right person to... more
We all have some opinions about the wedding industry that might be considered unpopular. But as I say in the... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Ever since I got into podcasts (and believe it or not, it actually took me a while), I’ve been focused... more
One of the reasons we started the Weddings For Real podcast and then formed The Planner’s Vault is because we... more
A couple weeks ago, I asked you the listeners for any questions you've been wanting to ask, and I received... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
You may have heard of Timeline Genius, the platform that creates beautiful, detailed wedding day timelines, saving you hours in... more
As we gain experience and raise our prices, we start to get into the luxury market. It’s something many of... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
If you’re looking to grow your business, a hard realization is that you can only go so far if you... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Listen now on
Description
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back, and the... more