I was inspired to write today’s post because I had a bride-to-be share with me her headache of dealing with vendors that don’t respond in a timely manner or at all until she had to track them down. It always seems the vendors are eager to return your call or email before you sign the contract, but then it’s like pulling teeth for a response afterwards. There are two sides to this situation, the business and the client. [Read more…]
Holiday Parties For 2015
Have you ever thought about putting together a holiday party for friends and family? But then you thought…too much work?
We have a solution?
Imagine… [Read more…]
Where Can I Get Your Services?
Today I received a question about what geographic areas my services would be available in.
I would be willing to go just about anywhere!
My own wedding I celebrated on the island of St. Lucia. I had always wanted a destination wedding. It was amazing! That idea of a destination wedding is part of the reason behind me starting this event business as well. (Frankly, some of the planning of the wedding outside of my own was negative enough that it was inspiration for me to start this business!) [Read more…]
Why Don’t People RSVP?!
This question has been swirling around in my head for the past few years since I’ve been married and had my first child all within the last few years. I planned my own destination wedding in St. Lucia, a local wedding reception in Connecticut to incorporate family that couldn’t make it to the destination wedding, and then recently planned my son’s first birthday. I finally get to address this issue and hope I don’t offend anyone! [Read more…]
My First Post
“Start your event planning business” was my father’s advice four years ago! I was so busy working my corporate 9 to 5 job and putting my dreams on hold while I hustled to get a paycheck. Then life happened! I got engaged, married, and had our son all within three years! Recently, I got laid off, but I couldn’t be happier since I have my one year old son who I now get to be home with! I’ve had time to do a lot of thinking, praying, seeking advice, and soul searching. I realized I didn’t want to put my dreams on hold any longer and I couldn’t live with the “what if” by never taking the risk. [Read more…]