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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 - Entrepreneur Money Stories, hosted by Kickstart Accounting CEO Danielle Hayden.... 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
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
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
You probably use Canva almost every day, but if you're just using it to create social media graphics, you're barely... more
According to the WeddingWire Newlywed Report, the most common sentiments couples feel when planning their wedding right now are stress,... more
When you feel your phone buzzing, and you look down to see your client's name, what do you think? ... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Do you have money mindset blocks that are preventing your business from growing and preventing you from leading your best... more
What makes an amazing wedding experience for our clients and their guests? Is it the design elements that make... more
Hi (First Name), Welcome to the (insert podcast here) Podcast! Are you wondering how to personalize some of your automated... more
In some exciting news, after 12 years of running A Southern Soiree Wedding and Event Planning, Megan has passed the... more
Let’s think about the couples who fill out an inquiry form. They’re interested in the specifics of your services and... more
What are some ways to effectively work with an intern (and not just give them busy work)? Megan and... more
The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back,... more
Emma and Molly Gillikin have taken over the podcast to wish all the moms (especially Megan) Happy Mother's Day!
When you’re running a business, it can feel pretty overwhelming - like you need to do all the things... more
Let's face it, this is one of the busiest seasons of your career. It feels like you don't have... more
Let’s talk about your brand. Does it reflect who you are as a person and as a company - and... more
It’s been 4 years since Weddings for Real came to be. Over the last 4 years we’ve evolved and grown... more
In this solo episode, Megan Gillikin answers 5 questions from the Weddings for Real Facebook Group, including how to hire... more
On last week’s episode, Ashley Ebert gave us the inside scoop on WHY we need to build a team, even... more
When you think about building a team around you, what comes to mind? Is it that your company will be... more
As a wedding planner, I’ve found that our jobs are 30% logistics, 30% vision and decor, and about 40% therapy.... more
One of my least favorite topics in the world to talk about is money. Don’t get me wrong, I love... more
One of the most frequent questions we get in The Planners Vault is, How can I get on the preferred... more
"Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, 'Make me feel... more
Lisa Lyons has been in the wedding industry for 19 years, but she has been drawn to etiquette her entire... more
It's time to get serious about your business goals for this year and how you plan to achieve them. I'm... more
Back in 2019, photographer Jillian Knight asked me to coffee to talk about an idea she had for her business... more
Megan is joined by her husband Jason Gillikin to discuss their word of the 2021, successes and failures (both personal... more
I'm not good enough. Everything I have is from luck, and when people find out, they'll know I'm a fraud.... more
Welcome to The Unraveling, where we share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds you back, and the... more
Do you ever find yourself working your butt off, just go go go, working weddings, fixing problems, moving the business... more
This episode is a special behind-the-scenes look at WeddingMBA from its first in person live event since 2019. Megan spoke... more
When a couple is considering which vendors to go with, they look at a lot of different factors. Weddings you’ve... more
Think back to the last 5 weddings you worked. How did they find you? Did you enjoy working with them?... more
Welcome to The Unraveling, where we share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds you back, and the... more
Once a month moving forward, we're bringing you a new series - The Unraveling. These episodes shine a light on... more
One of the biggest challenges I hear every single week is that there’s not enough time to build content. Or... more
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Welcome to The Unraveling, where we share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds you back, and the rebirth of... more