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In this episode, I talk about the process of firing clients. We cover the following in our chat: Why you might need to fire someone Trying to avoid it How to do it Handling the fallout   Resources from this episode: Check out our email template kits here! Listen to Episode 06: Worst Response to a […]

In this episode, I talk about naughty clients and how to redirect them. We cover the following in our chat: • Contracted clients • Non-planning partners that invade our inbox (their moms) • Giving benefit of the doubt • Initial redirection and education, all the way to firing them • What to say and how […]

In this episode, I have guest Lauren Chumbley, Co-Owner of Eclipse Event Co., sharing her experience with Partial Planning. We cover the following in our chat: The nuances and grey areas of Partial Planning Best practices Maintaining boundaries How it’s a great upsell option and can be a major cash driver for your business Staffing […]

In this episode, I talk about Family Assistants and how they can benefit not only your personal life, but your business too! We cover the following in our chat: What a Family Assistant does The cost and how to afford one (spoiler: they actually offset their cost in many ways) How to find one Why […]

In this episode, I talk about starting a family and navigating pregnancy + maternity leave. This is the longest episode we’ve ever had, but still under an hour. This is a very sensitive topic, with a lot of emotions involved and I recognize that we can all come to the table with differing viewpoints. I […]

In this episode, I’m talking about the needs of pregnant or nursing/pumping wedding pros and guests. This episode is for any and all serving in the events industry, as these are things we all encounter and can do to better in our industry.   We cover the following in our chat: Spatial considerations Timeline considerations […]

In this episode, I’m talking with my dear friend, Cassie Crudo, about the conflicting balance of going through a divorce while planning weddings for others. We cover the following in our chat: Cassie’s story as a wedding planner experiencing loss through divorce Her self care tips and tactics Talking to your team, clients and other […]

In this episode, we talk about the importance of couples doing their part and that it’s okay for you to train and hold them accountable to that. We cover the following in our chat: Communicating deadlines and consequences for missing them Incorporating contract reminders into your process How phase-based planning reduces overwhelm How being consistent, […]

In this episode, I want to briefly touch on knowing before buying. I often find that consumers are feeling burned by products or courses they’ve bought in the past. We cover the following in our chat: What to look for in an educator What to look for in their community The importance of truly reading […]

ARTICLE BY REFINE COLLECTIVE MEMBER: KIM SIRKIN OF BLUE SATIN BEE, IN SOUTHPORT, NORTH CAROLINA We might be biased, but we think Coastal North Carolina is one of the most beautiful places to get married. With miles of beautiful beaches, scenic shorelines, and pretty inland waterways, we try as much as possible to think about […]