I have 4 easy ways to get your ideal clients to find you. Once they do find you online I share some tips on how to keep them around, nurture them, and connect with them so they will book a consultation with you and you will be their wedding planner. Be sure to watch my free training: Become A Fully Booked Wedding Planner in 3 Simple Steps. www.heyhalima.com/booked
Sep 08, 2021•27 min
You can implement these 6 simple tweaks ASAP to show up like a real business owner, and start making more money.
Aug 03, 2021•30 min
I know you hear me talk about blogging weekly, and posting more than pretty pictures to Instagram, but how are you supposed to come up with all of that? Steal my content creation hack and you'll never run out of content again!
Feb 02, 2021•17 min
It's time to stop putting social media on the back burner, and finally start using it to actually book more brides. In this episode I tell you exactly what to post to stories, and how often so you can build a real connection with brides who are ready to book you as their wedding planner! If you want more help in your business, let's talk about my Back to Back Bride Booking Bootcamp! Let's chat over a no pressure call and figure out if your business sis a good fit. www.bit.ly/livelywed
Jan 19, 2021•26 min
If you don't think you can afford to invest in yourself and your business right now, you need this episode! I'm breaking down the difference in spending and investing in your wedding planning business, and why it is crucial that you invest in your business if you want your business to grow. Don't forget to connect with me on Instagram so I can cheer you on in your wedding planning journey! www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy
Jan 08, 2021•19 min
Creating content is a must in any business, but keeping up with all of the platforms can be overwhelming. I am going to save your time and your sanity by showing you how to repurpose content. Take notes so you can take action. This is a must listen!
Dec 30, 2020•17 min
I am breaking down how I plan out my business for a whole year, and the tasks I need to make my goals. Listen and plan along with me so we can take charge of 2021 and you can be the fully booked wedding planner you have been dreaming of. Let's connect on Instagram! www.instagram.com/livelywedacademy
Dec 22, 2020•29 min
I am always asked how I feel about advertising on The Knot, and now I'm sharing it with you too. Planners either love the knot, or hate it. I am sharing the benefits of The Knot and how you can use it the right way to bring more brides into your wedding business. Don't forget to join me in my free facebook group! www.facebook.com/groups/livelywedcommunity
Dec 16, 2020•13 min
When you haven't made a lot of connections in your business, it can be hard to get vendors on board with doing a styled shoot. Styled shoots are so beneficial to your business, and I don't want this to stop you from doing them. Today I'm giving you some quick tips to make it easier to get vendors on your side so they say "heck yes!" to joining your styled shoot team. Make sure you join my Facebook group for more tips likes this! www.facebook.com/groups/livelywedcommunity
Dec 01, 2020•26 min
Your packages may be turning your potential couples away as soon as they land on your website. It's hard not to throw everything in but the kitchen sink, but that can overwhelm your couples and have them looking for the "next" button. This week I'm sharing some easy tweaks you can implement today to get your package page looking fabulous and keep your couples interested. Huge news- I'm bringing back my facebook group! Come join the party for tips, advice, challenges, and a community of wedding p...
Nov 12, 2020•18 min
Building a business is hard. And it gets even harder when you are standing in your own way. The big things that will grow your business, are often the things that we put off the most. It's time to get out of your head, get out of your own way, and start thinking like the fully booked wedding planner you want to be. Today I am breaking down how to do that. Honeybook code for 50% off: http://share.honeybook.com/fQWZr
Nov 03, 2020•17 min
Engagement season always seems to sneak up on me. Between getting the kids back into a routine for school (well, not this year.) and wrapping up my summer weddings somehow it's the middle of October and I need to prep my business for the influx on emails coming my way, so I can book more brides and fill my calendar up for 2021. Today I am sharing exactly what I do to prepare my wedding planning business for engagement season. Honeybook is a huge part of my sales/inquiry system. You know I looove...
Oct 20, 2020•26 min
You've been grabbing all the freebies you can get your hands on, listening to all of the podcasts, watching the masterclasses you really don't have time for, but now you are overwhelmed, lost, and confused because it's just not working for you. I've been there too. This week I give you some tips on stopping the freebie overwhelm and how you can use freebies to actually benefit your business.
Oct 13, 2020•23 min
Out of all of the questions I get in coaching calls, DMs, during speaking events, these are always asked! I know if some planners have them, you probably do too. This is seriously, so good!
Oct 06, 2020•22 min
Don't let this title scare you away. It's not as intimidating as it sounds. If you want to become a fully booked wedding planner, you have to set yourself apart in your market. Heading up a networking group (even a virtual one) is one way to do that. Listen in on some tips on how to do this and how it helped my business when I did it too.
Sep 29, 2020•21 min
If you're not using Pinterest the right way, you are missing out on so many brides! I got to pick Adrienna McDermott's brain, of Ava and the Bee. In this episode she is breaking down pinterest in a simple yet high impact way so we can finally use pinterest the right way so we can get found by paying clients.
Sep 11, 2020•51 min
It's time to turn those couples watching you on social media, into actual clients I have 4 simple steps for you to put into motion today to turn those watchers into paying couples. Let's book up your wedding business. Last day for bonuses One 5 days straight work with me week book that bride sales course All email swipe templates from inquiry to welcome email Let's set up a call and get you to be the fully booked wedding planner. bit.ly/livelycall
Aug 25, 2020•15 min
We all know copy and brand voice are important in your wedding planning business, but what exactly is it? And how do we even do that? I sat down with Rachel Kitchen of Veil and Verse and she brought her A game. Rachel definitely delivered on all things niching down, copy, and brand voice. Grab a pen and paper, you'll want to take notes and listen to this episode on repeat! www.veilandverse.com, @veilandverse If you love this episode, and want to hear more actionable tips on the podcast, be sure ...
Aug 19, 2020•49 min
There are a few non-negotiable when it comes to running a business, here are a few must haves for your wedding planning business. It's best to get these in place now, even if it's just a hobby, because not having these things can get pricey in the long run. If you want to make money as a wedding planning, you have to treat your business like a business. Here's how to do just that. Engagement season is just around the corner and brides are eager to book wedding planners! Make sure you are ready f...
Aug 11, 2020•28 min
You cannot build your business alone. You need referrals from other business owners to put your name on the map. Networking in person is always best, but right now, not always feasible. Today I am breaking down the best practices to maximize your virtual networking techniques, and you get to leave your mask at home for these! This is just part of what I teach in my Back to Back Bride Booking Bootcamp. Book a free overlooked to overbooked clarity call today and get 2 weeks of free coaching with m...
Aug 04, 2020•32 min
Yes, that's right. It's 2020 and you still need a blog. If you want to stand out in your niche, blogging will help you do that. You can set yourself up as the expert wedding planner, make valuable connections with your brides, and fellow vendors, and so much more. I am listing out the top reasons why you need a blog, and a ton of tips to make it super successful. Who wouldn't want to organically get on the first page of google?? Don't forget, you get 2 weeks free of coaching with me during the s...
Jul 28, 2020•28 min
I have seen a lot of crazy things in my 10 years of wedding planning. Today I'm sharing some of my crazy stories, and how I handled them. If you get one thing from this episode, it's this- Think about how your best self would handle this situation, and do that. I want to hear your crazy stories too! Send me a DM on Instagram, @livelywedacademy
Jul 20, 2020•29 min
As we all settle into our new normal, we need grit and perseverance to keep our wedding businesses thriving, and take them to the next level. McKenzi Taylor of Cactus Collective Weddings shares with us how she has stayed inspired, removed obstacles, and really pushed her business forward during these uncertain times. McKenzi's Details: Website: https://www.cactus-collective.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cactuscollectiveweddings/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRrqTx7kP06So...
Jul 14, 2020•46 min
Since we are currently in a global pandemic and being encouraged to stay home as much as we can, you have to get creative with your wedding consultations, so you can keep your business going. I prefer phone consultations to in person meetings any day, and that is how I do 95% of my wedding consultations when we are not quarantined. I am sharing my secrets on how to run your phone and video consultations flawlessly, to make sure you book more weddings.
Jul 07, 2020•26 min
Maybe you're just starting out, or not doing your ideal weddings, it can be frustrating when you don't have all the pretty photos to put in your portfolio, or on your Insta feed. I have a list of ways you can get pretty photos for your portfolio, website, Instagram, and more without needing to have pretty weddings under your belt. Don't forget, the doors close on my one on one coaching program this Friday. I don't want you to miss out, go to http://bit.ly/livelyclaritycall to book a call with me...
Jun 30, 2020•19 min
If you feel overwhelmed by all of the things you have to do in your business, then press play now. Amanda Accioly of The Lux Way gives us her tops tips on how to utilize systems to save your business. Be sure to f ollow her on Instagram @amandaclareaccioly. Link for 50% off honeybook I mention in the episode. http://share.honeybook.com/fQWZr
Jun 24, 2020•45 min
Brides use instagram to find their wedding vendors. Are you utilizing your instagram bio so they can find you? This week's episode is a sneak peek into my Free Facebook Group Community where I do weekly trainings to help my wedding planners get more clients in their wedding business. Join us here for more live trainings just like this. www.facebook.com/livelywedcommunity Let's get you more clients. Set up a free clarity call with me where we will: Uncover the weakness in your sales system Create...
Jun 02, 2020•17 min
I create design boards for 3 reasons. 1. Weddings 2. Styled Shoots 3.Me I am taking you through my step by step process on how I create design boards, from the design meetings to the final approval. Be sure to DM me (@livelywedacademy) your email address to get my design board templates!
May 26, 2020•23 min
You need to get seen online, now more than ever. If you're just starting out, or you've been in business awhile, but you still feel invisible, then you need to listen to this episode now! I have 4 steps that you can to take in your wedding business TODAY to start getting noticed, and increasing your income.
May 19, 2020•34 min
These 3 things will have your brides tuning out everything you are saying and immediately googling other wedding planners after your consultation. If you want to book brides within 24 hours of your consultations, then please STOP doing these 3 things. Check out this week's podcast for the 3 things you must stop doing, and what to do instead so you can leave each consultation feeling confident in yourself and have your couples feeling the same way!
May 12, 2020•22 min