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Are you a wedding pro ready to ’crush it’ in life and business? Each week on the Event: Crushed podcast, we’ll be chatting about all things wedding industry, entrepreneurship, and how to take our businesses to the next level with practical advice and real life stories from someone who has been in it for over a decade, along with expert guests! Host Becky Hart has owned her PNW wedding + event planning company Event Crush since 2012, has bought and sold a rental business, and leads one of the ...
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Are you a wedding business owner that wants to grow your business for success? You are in the right place as you tune into the UK's leading Wedding Industry podcast. If you want to take your creative passion and turn it into a successful, profitable business doing what you love, you are in the right place. In the Wedding Pros who are ready to grow Podcast wedding business consultant and speaker Becca Pountney will share her expert tips and practical advice to help you find success. In this p ...
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Step into She Creates Business, a Podcast for Wedding Pros, your go-to guide in the vibrant world of wedding entrepreneurship, created and hosted by Kinsey Roberts since 2016. She Creates Business is a pivotal tool in shaping and refining the art and science of thriving in the wedding industry. This podcast is a treasure trove of actionable insights, covering everything from marketing finesse to growth tactics, branding ideas, and the technical know-how of being a wedding pro. | You'll get b ...
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Engagement season is just around the corner! Not sure how that happened, but here we are... and as we prepare for 2025, there couldn't be a better time to dig into our business systems and make sure that things are really working as they should be. I sat down with Becca Mai of Wed2You to chat through the exact steps that we should be taking to audi…
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We are back this week with another episode of our Behind the Brand Series! I am interviewing wedding pros who are building recognizable, iconic brands in the industry to understand their success secrets. I’m so excited to have Kayla Madden from Madden Made Events as the second episode in our Behind the Brand series! Kayla’s built an incredible bran…
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It's time to get your wedding business 2025 ready. As engagement season approaches it's the perfect time to get your goals set, your website updated and your prices sorted. In today's mini episode I run through a checklist to help you ensure you are ready. Time Stamps: 00:07 - Preparing for the Engagement Season 01:02 - Preparing Your Wedding Busin…
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In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful marketing strategy for wedding pros who want to move beyond the limitations of single-platform marketing (read: the Instagram rat race). If you’re tired of constantly battling algorithm changes and seeing inconsistent reach, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the benefits of omnichannel marketing—a st…
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This week, Becky interviews Serena Waller from Dande Agency, discussing unique perspectives on Instagram and social media marketing for wedding pros. Serena shares her journey to social media management, the evolving landscape of Instagram features, and ways that wedding pros can get ahead of the game with social media. The conversation emphasizes …
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Are your clients EXPECTING a gift? Do they expect you to send them something in the mail when they book your services? The answer to this might surprise you. In this episode, I’m chatting with Alexandra Puccini from Lavender and Pine, my own gifting concierge, about why client gifts are more than just a nice touch—they’re a powerful way to build de…
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Today, we’re diving deep into a time management hack for wedding pros that I swear changed everything for me – we're talking about balancing time management with energy management! As someone who’s been around the wedding industry block and has spent years coaching others, I’m big on time management. But let me tell you, this hack goes beyond the u…
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Are you headed to Wedding MBA this year? Or maybe you’re just curious about making the most out of any big conference? You’re in the right place because in this episode, I’m diving into my favorite strategies for making the most of attending Wedding MBA this year. Because let’s be real, Wedding MBA is BIG. With over 200 exhibits and 160 presentatio…
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Today I am chatting with founder of Eternity and South Asian Wedding specialist Anshika Arora. In this episode we talk about the opportunities that lie in the South Asian Wedding market, how to set your business apart and how to embrace and understand different cultures and their wedding traditions. Check out Eternity Use discount code Becca10 Find…
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Do you ever wonder how to make it in the luxury wedding sector? Today I am chatting with Elizabeth Solaru - founder of Elizabeths Cake Emporium and author of 'The Luxpreneur'. We talk about her story, the different types of luxury and the highs and lows of working with luxury clientele. Buy Elizabeths book Visit her website Follow Elizabeth on Inst…
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In this conversation, Emily of Emily Foster Creative discusses her journey into the wedding industry and the importance of having a functional and beautiful website for wedding professionals. She outlines the five pillars of a successful website: brand strategy, design, copywriting, content, and SEO, emphasizing how each pillar interconnects to cre…
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If you're a wedding pro looking to increase your bookings and take control of your wedding sales process, then this episode is a must-listen. Today, I’m diving into two key stages of the sales cycle that I guarantee are costing you money right now. And trust me, mastering these steps can make a huge difference in growing your business. On this epis…
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Tomorrow my book is officially published and it has been quite the journey to get there. In today's episode I take you behind the scenes of the rollercoaster ride that has been getting this book out into the world, and I even read some extracts to wet your appetite. Done is better than perfect is available to order now: https://beccapountney.com/bo…
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In this episode, I’m diving into all the red flags wedding pros miss that pop up during the sales process and consultations. Trust me, we’ve all been there—those little gut feelings that tell you something might not be right, but sometimes we ignore them in order to make the sale, right? Not anymore! I’m here to help you recognize these warning sig…
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In this week's solo episode, Becky discusses her personal experience with wedding industry education as a consumer and what she has learned along the way as someone who has invested a decent amount of money into conferences, workshops, courses, masterminds, and more. She shares some of her favorite resources and educational opportunities for weddin…
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Welcome to the first episode of our new series, Behind the Brand! I’m diving into the stories behind some of the most iconic and rising wedding industry brands to uncover what makes them stand out. In each episode, I’ll chat with wedding pros who have built successful, recognizable brands, and we’ll explore the strategies, challenges, and key decis…
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What's the most misunderstood marketing strategy in the wedding industry? SEO! So many wedding pros get SEO wrong - or avoid it all together because it feels hard. I want you to know that you're SLEEPING on this marketing strategy, and my guest today, Erin Ollila, agrees! If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by local SEO for wedding pros or are just uns…
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This week, Becky and Mimi of Wilder Social discuss the intricacies of social media for wedding professionals and the importance of being authentic and how this helps our online presence. Mimi shares her journey into the wedding industry, the challenges wedding pros are facing with the Instagram algorithm, and the importance of genuine engagement. W…
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In this short and sweet episode of The Power in Purpose podcast, I’m diving into a topic that’s been coming up a lot lately in my mastermind, Wedding Pro Insiders—trusting your gut when making business decisions. We all know how overwhelming it can be to sift through the countless opinions and strategies thrown at us daily, and it’s easy to feel lo…
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Today's episode is a special one as it was recorded LIVE from the Biltmore Hotel in Mayfair. The first ever live edition of the podcast was a panel discussion titles 'meeting of the wedding minds. Our host for the evening was Alison Hargreaves, founder of Guides for Brides and joining me on the panel were two renowned Wedding Industry educators fro…
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One thing that makes me sigh is when your website says 'sign up to our email newsletter'. Today I am going to share with you why this strategy doesn't work, and how to give your email marketing a revamp. We are going to look at email marketing strategies that work, and how you can implement them in your wedding business. Follow me on Instagram Time…
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In this special episode of The Power in Purpose podcast, we're celebrating six amazing years! I'm taking a break from the usual business advice to answer your most burning questions in a candid Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. From skincare tips and my journey into wedding planning to advice on building wedding businesses you can eventually sell, not…
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In this week's episode, Becky interviews Meghan Ely, a PR expert for wedding professionals, discussing the importance of public relations in the wedding industry. They explore common misconceptions about PR, the benefits of getting published, and various opportunities available for wedding pros to enhance their visibility. Meghan shares practical s…
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Today, we’re talking about how to make the most of the off-season in your wedding business without totally crashing and burning. Whether you’re winding down for the winter or your off-season hits later in the year, I’m bringing real and actionable tips to help you get through it feeling refreshed and ready to go. On this episode of The Power in Pur…
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Today I'm chatting with Bailey Readings, a young entrepreneur and AI expert. He shares his remarkable journey from starting a cookie cutter business at just 14 years old to launching Automated Flow, a company that leverages AI to streamline business processes. We talk about the way AI is evolving, the power of chat bots and how you can start embrac…
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My new website is live!! In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my brand-new website redesign and why your website might need a refresh too! Over a weekend (and an extra day), I gave my website for wedding pros a much-needed facelift using a Tonic Site Shop template (use code CANDICE for 15% off - btw). If you’ve ever wondered whe…
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In this conversation, Becky Hart and Radhika Graham explore the complexities of work-life balance in the wedding industry. Radhika shares her journey from a full-time job to running her own wedding planning business, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, asking for help, and prioritizing self-care. They discuss the challenges faced by w…
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Are you tired of setting big goals only to find yourself scrambling at the end of the year to accomplish all the things that you said you were going to do? What if you could make real progress in just 90 days, specifically the last 90 days of the year? In this episode, I'm sharing why quarterly planning is key to making real progress in your busine…
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I'm back for part two of my conversation with Damian Bailey, founder of The Wedding Industry Awards. In this episode we discuss how to make the most of the awards process from the moment you are shortlisted through to the awards night itself. If you missed part 1 you can listen to it here. Find out more about The Wedding Industry Awards Timestamps …
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In this episode, we’re getting deep into running ads to attract luxury wedding clients! Do luxury clients buy from ads? I wasn't sure. Our guest, Elisabeth Stuckey, is a high-end stationer who went from being a high school teacher to building a multi-six-figure stationery business working just 16-20 hours a week (yes, you read that right!). She’s h…
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This week, Becky Hart and Hannah Davis sit down to discuss the intricacies of designing effective websites for wedding professionals. They explore the benefits of using Showit, the importance of blogging and SEO, and the key components that make a wedding pro website successful. Hannah shares common mistakes to avoid, when to consider a rebrand, an…
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September marks the tail end of wedding season, and if you're like most of the women I know, you're probably running on fumes. You're exhausted, you're overwhelmed, and everything feels like it’s on the back burner. Sound familiar? Today, I'm sharing all about embracing survival mode without guilt, especially after a tough wedding season. Instead o…
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When was the last time you reflected on how accessible your wedding business is? In today's episode I am chatting with Ceilidh caller Lisa Heywood about how she's ensuring her wedding business is making strides to being truly accessible to all. In today's episode Lisa shares her insights and challenges us all to think more about what we are doing t…
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Is your marketing feeling flat? It might be because you're not telling enough stories—or not telling them effectively. On today’s episode, I sit down with Akua Konadu, a storytelling strategist, educator, and multi-passionate entrepreneur. Akua is the founder of two successful businesses and the host of the Independent Business Podcast sponsored by…
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This week we are diving DEEP into all things networking for wedding pros! Do you love networking? Hate it? Avoid it at all costs? Whatever the case, this episode is for you! Listen in on my presentation from the Book More Weddings Summit where I break down the benefits of networking, my best tips and tricks, and most importantly how to set yourself…
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When Stef married a farmer she didn't realise that owning a wedding venue would be on the cards. Having held her own wedding on the farm, she realised there was a huge opportunity to open up the farm to more couples. Now Stef runs a successful wedding venue and today she shares her story. We talk about the highs and lows of running a venue, the imp…
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In the wedding industry, we talk about ideal wedding clients a lot. But here's the thing: I think your ideal clients are CHANGING and in fact, I think that your ideal client may not even exist anymore. In this episode, Amanda Shuman of Carry Love Designs and I dive into the ever-evolving concept of ideal clients in the wedding industry. We talk abo…
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On this week's episode, Becky sits down with Adrienna McDermott of Ava & The Bee to chat all things SEO for wedding pros. Adrienna breaks down SEO, why it's essential for wedding pro success, and what we can be doing today to increase our chances of ranking higher on Google for our desired keywords. She reminds us that SEO is a long game and that w…
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Today I am taking you behind the scenes of TWIA (aka as the Wedding Industry Awards) with the founder Damian Bailey. As a wedding photographer himself he has set up the most successful wedding awards in the UK. Today I ask him the questions you all want to know the answers to, so you can decide if entering the awards is for you. Entries close on Mo…
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Are you struggling to stand out in the luxury market? Or worse, are you accidentally cheapening your branding? Today, I’m joined by Emily Foster, an award-winning brand and website designer who works with wedding pros just like you. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why your brand isn’t standing out in the luxury market, or you want to learn …
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It's September and I am back and today I am talking about 6 things I have learnt over the summer break! From outsourcing to being honest, I share what's been going on in my world for the last 6 weeks and the lessons you can implement into your wedding business! Join the Members Lounge Discover the Wedding Pro Agency Time stamps: Introduction to Sum…
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Is your branding looking blah? Or worse, could your brand actually be turning off potential clients? Maybe you're wondering if you need to do a little update this winter or if you need to burn it all down and start fresh. Branding is usually on the top of everyone's mind at this stage of the wedding season and at this stage of the year. Today, I wa…
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In this short solo episode, Becky discusses the obsession the wedding industry seems to have with the luxury market, and she questions whether it should be the ultimate goal for every wedding pro to serve luxury clientele. Becky emphasizes that luxury does not always equal success, and that it is very possible to run a successful wedding business w…
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Today is the final part of our summer series, where I have been sharing content that is usually reserved for my wedding pro members. Today we hear from Barbara Nixon as she shares her tips and advice on how to stop holding yourself back! Find out more about Barbara Want to join the Wedding Pro Members Lounge? Click here. Want to meet other likemind…
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As you prepare for engagement season, I think it's time that we talk about what role Instagram should play in your overall marketing strategy for this year. In this episode, I'm presenting to you an alternative Instagram strategy for wedding pros because I think a lot of wedding pros are actually using Instagram WRONG. So if you've been feeling bur…
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Have you ever thought about growing a team, but were too scared to trust someone else with this business that you've built from the ground up? This week's episode is for you! Learn how to avoid burnout by taking the leap to scale your biz, with Jess Aiken of the Planner's Perspective and Wedding Company of Williamsburg. Jess shares her journey in t…
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It's summer 2024 and over the month of August I am sharing training usually reserved for my members only! Today I am sharing one of my post popular videos - a training session all about how to convert digital wedding enquiries with Alan Berg. I love his straight forward, simple attitude and I think you will too. This is one of two training sessions…
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If you want a six-figure business in the wedding industry, then you need a six-figure marketing strategy. But what does the six-figure marketing strategy actually look like? And how can you create a marketing strategy and stick to it? On this episode of The Power in Purpose Podcast: [00:00]: Introduction [07:11]: Aligning Your Marketing Plan with Y…
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In this episode, Becky shares a recent wedding day experience and her main takeaways from it, which came down to staying calm when things didn't go as planned and having a positive energy on a wedding day despite the circumstances! She also discusses handling things behind the scenes as much as possible and not bringing situation to couples unless …
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With almost every aspect of your wedding business now happening online, it's more important than ever to protect your business from scammers. In today's episode from the members lounge archive you will hear from Paul Newton - Wedding Magician, Speaker and author of Mental Theft. He walks you through some of the common scams, and how to ensure you s…
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