Today I would like to touch on the issue of mental health in the wedding industry. I have been in business for 17 years but feel the last 2 years have been the most difficult for many. Instead of a…
How do introverts recharge their batteries?
I’ve spoken many times about being an introvert (although many of you still can’t believe I am). I’ve also spoken about my daughters anxiety and how over the years I have been working with her on this. I’m pleased to…
7 mistakes I see wedding professionals make
Over the years I have seen the same mistakes made by wedding planners and wedding businesses. In this blog post I am highlighting the top 7. 1. Doing it for love Many of us enter the wedding industry because we…
Has wedding season left you feeling burnt out?
After 16 years organising weddings I noticed a pattern, for example it wasn’t unusual to have phenomenal years after moments of self-doubt. I believe this was my capability to sit back and review and reflect on my year, what were the highs and lows? What could I improve? What didn’t work and what was awesome!
Be a leader, ignore the crowd
After 17 years as a wedding planner (Dream Occasions), and 15 years as the owner of the UK Alliance of Wedding Planners I have another business to call my own. And this time there is no hiding behind a name, this time the business is me whole heartedly.