Send me a Text Message Today I get to chat with Matt McWilliams someone who's been in my world for around four years now. In online terms I've seen him around in different spots I'm on his emails list and take note of what's going on. Then one day around September time an email dropped in my inbox to say Matt was doing a book launch and would I be interested in helping out. I'm a huge supporter of those I believe in and you guys have seen evidence of that with other guests I've had on the show. ...
Dec 01, 2022•40 min•Ep. 135
Send me a Text Message FREE 3 Part Audio - Access Here www.donnaeade.com Support the show Podcast Equipment Recommendations MY KIT FEA Create Simple all-in-one web, CRM, email system For graphics Canva Join the Pod Squad in the FB Group My MIC ACTION PODCAST - here is a link to Spotify Read from My Book Shelf & My Guests Book Shelf Want to Guest? Apply here >> FORM Edited and produced by Donna Eade Thank you for your support:) Until next week, Bye for Now XoX...
Nov 24, 2022•20 min•Ep. 134
Send me a Text Message The Work-life myth? Let's stop trying to find work-life balance but instead understand our why and make sure that everything is having its space when it needs it. Your wedding business isn't full on, all the time there are slower days and slower months that is time where you can focus on life a bit more and ensure your family is getting what it needs. In today's episode: Work-life balance doesn't exist Work and life as a compass, there is always a push and pull Revisit you...
Nov 17, 2022•21 min•Ep. 133
Send me a Text Message Productivity time savers? Productivity tools help you to save time and streamline your business processes. That's why I love them. Today we are going to look at four of my favourites. In today's episode: Time Planners Time Trackers including a review of the App I recently downloaded Booking tool An unexpected tool "A year from now you'll wish you started today." - Karen Lamb Links ATracker Time Tracker Calendly Google Calendar Canva Low Season Priority Playlist Sign up to ...
Nov 10, 2022•27 min•Ep. 132
Send me a Text Message How well are you working and managing your time? Today we will look at how we spend our time and if that is where we want to be spending our time. Also how our current working is helping or hindering us when it comes to reaching our 2023 goals. And of course how can we change things to make sure we are making the most of the time we have to reach the goals we desire to reach. In today's episode: Time Tracking Goals and Priorities How do you lose time What will work for you...
Nov 03, 2022•24 min•Ep. 131
Send me a Text Message Is hustle culture getting you down? There is almost a guilt that sits around taking time out of your business. I should be working I should be hustling if I don't I'm not worthy of results and no one will see how hard I worked. You may not be aware of it be as Matt and I discuss in the show all of this is being subliminally fed to us through our social feeds and we absorb it and subconsciously react. In today's episode: What is hustle culture What does success look like to...
Oct 27, 2022•39 min•Ep. 130
Send me a Text Message Client Communication? There are a lot of keys in business, keys to attracting clients, keys to running a business, and keys to great reviews. I imagine this huge bunch of keys and all of us trying to find the right one at the right time and it sounds like a nightmare to me! However, thanks to the internet searching for the keys is a little easier. And of course, this podcast is here to help with episodes aimed at highlighting the keys that work in our industry. Now client ...
Oct 20, 2022•27 min•Ep. 129
Send me a Text Message So where can your USP show up? This week we are going to focus on three areas where you can create something unique that will help you stand out from the crowd. Why do you want to stand out? It will be easier for your ICA to find you, it will spark interest in those outside your ICA and it will give you something to be remembered by. In today's episode: Your Personality / Brand Personality Service and Products The Customer Experience "Stop trying to be someone else. Just b...
Oct 13, 2022•17 min•Ep. 128
Send me a Text Message How do we create your uniqueness? This week we are going to focus on how you're showing up next week we'll at the what. We are all intrinsically unique but how we show up and show that is just as important as what makes you unique. In today's episode: We look at stats and competition The wedding pool in the UK The three ways to show up as your unique self "Stay true to yourself. An original is worth more than a copy " - Suzy Kassem. Links Stats for Rushden Populations esti...
Oct 06, 2022•39 min•Ep. 127
Send me a Text Message Want to go your business? Then Never Stop Learning. When you look back on school life do you sit there and think that was a huge waste of time? Did you learn things you use now was it the education you thought you'd get? Oftentimes people think school was a waste of time but I would say that even if the subject matter learning wasn't quite on point you'd have learnt a lot about people. The Bullies, the Over givers, the show-offs, the introverts, the creatives, the geeks et...
Sep 29, 2022•40 min•Ep. 126
Send me a Text Message With a recession likely and the cost of living increasing by the day it seems, what can we do to help our businesses thrive? Today we discuss ways to recession-proof your wedding business because the industry needs you! in today's episode: - Pricing - Revenue streams - Spending 'It's only when the tide goes out that you discover who's been swimming naked.' Warren Buffet Lucille Roache - The Female Start Up Podcast - How to market in difficult times My episode with Lucille ...
Sep 22, 2022•32 min•Ep. 125
Send me a Text Message Low Season Priority workbook can be downloaded on this page https://bit.ly/wpcuk124 Take relationship building seriously. It is so important to build strong relationships both within the industry and outside of it. They can be the difference between success and failure. Why? Because when you are at your breaking point, ready to give up (let's face it we can all get there from time to time) it's those people you have forged strong working relationships and friendships with ...
Sep 15, 2022•32 min•Ep. 124
Send me a Text Message What marketing channels are working for you? When looking at your marketing channels it's worth setting up a spreadsheet or a book to monitor these every quarter. In today's episode: Which marketing channels do you use Where are you getting the most engagement What will you double down on? What will you give up? "The best marketing doesn't feel like marketing." - Tom Fishburne. Links This LSP Series starts with episode 121 Business Start up Series: starts with episode 115 ...
Sep 08, 2022•27 min•Ep. 123
Send me a Text Message Milestones and goals, set yourself up for success. Today I want to get your mind peculating o your 2023 goals. Why? because in our industry the work you do today pays off tomorrow. In today's episode: Goals and milestones Personal goals Business goals Financial goals "Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible." - Tony Robbins. FREE 3 Part Audio - Access Here www.donnaeade.com Support the show Podcast Equipment Recommendations MY KIT FEA Crea...
Sep 01, 2022•21 min•Ep. 122
Send me a Text Message Before you take a break make a plan. Reflecting on the season as soon as possible will give you the best information with which to move forward so before you take that late most well-deserved holiday let's reflect and plan. In today's episode: What went well and what didn't How are you feeling How long is your low season What do you need to get done in the coming months "Reflective thinking turns experience into insight." - John C. Maxwell. Links Business Start up Series: ...
Aug 25, 2022•25 min•Ep. 121
Send me a Text Message Wedding Business Pricing is crucial for a successful business and today on the Wedding Pro Cast UK we cover where to start with your pricing FREE 3 Part Audio - Access Here www.donnaeade.com Support the show Podcast Equipment Recommendations MY KIT FEA Create Simple all-in-one web, CRM, email system For graphics Canva Join the Pod Squad in the FB Group My MIC ACTION PODCAST - here is a link to Spotify Read from My Book Shelf & My Guests Book Shelf Want to Guest? Apply ...
Aug 17, 2022•30 min•Ep. 120
Send me a Text Message Starting a wedding business isn't easy. Well, it can be easy to start but becoming successful takes more work and just like building a house the foundations will create a strong platform to work from. So this week we look at some companies and websites that can help you as a start-up we also talk about writing a business plan and why it's important even if you aren't applying for funding. Without a solid foundation, you'll have trouble creating anything of value Unknown. L...
Aug 11, 2022•14 min•Ep. 119
Send me a Text Message Practice makes perfect Perfect I'd argue doesn't exist but practice certainly makes you more prepared and improves your skills. So today we aren't talking about practicing for perfection instead we are talking practice for professionalism. In today's episode: Horror Stories Why you should practice your craft Where do you get the practice How much practice do you need? If you Don't Practice you don't deserve to WIN. Andre Agassi Episode 115 with Lucille Listen here Episode ...
Aug 04, 2022•34 min•Ep. 118
Send me a Text Message Finding a community to support you in your new venture should be a top priority. You need people around you who understand what it is like to run your own business. Who understand the pressures, the pitfalls and the pivots that have to be made. That is why Building your business community is part of this wedding business start-up series. We have taken a look at the basics of starting up in episode 115 with Lucille and last week I spoke about research and how important that...
Jul 28, 2022•21 min•Ep. 117
Send me a Text Message Following my interview with Lucille Roache last week I bring you the Start your wedding business series along with last week's episode this is a 5 part series. I hope it helps you if you are starting or thinking of starting a wedding business. If you already have a wedding business don't worry there is still info in here for you too. So today with start with step one which is the research phase. The research I'm focused on here is market research. These days the need for s...
Jul 21, 2022•27 min•Ep. 116
Send me a Text Message FREE 3 Part Audio - Access Here www.donnaeade.com Support the show Podcast Equipment Recommendations MY KIT FEA Create Simple all-in-one web, CRM, email system For graphics Canva Join the Pod Squad in the FB Group My MIC ACTION PODCAST - here is a link to Spotify Read from My Book Shelf & My Guests Book Shelf Want to Guest? Apply here >> FORM Edited and produced by Donna Eade Thank you for your support:) Until next week, Bye for Now XoX...
Jul 14, 2022•47 min•Ep. 115
Send me a Text Message FREE 3 Part Audio - Access Here www.donnaeade.com Support the show Podcast Equipment Recommendations MY KIT FEA Create Simple all-in-one web, CRM, email system For graphics Canva Join the Pod Squad in the FB Group My MIC ACTION PODCAST - here is a link to Spotify Read from My Book Shelf & My Guests Book Shelf Want to Guest? Apply here >> FORM Edited and produced by Donna Eade Thank you for your support:) Until next week, Bye for Now XoX...
Jul 06, 2022•31 min•Ep. 114
Send me a Text Message I failed! They say failing to prepare is preparing to fail and that was my downfall here I think. Back in February, I attempted to hold myself accountable with you guys to a morning and evening routine that was to change my world!! And I promised I'd report back in a few months with the results. We'll they are in and it's not good. Where did it all go wrong? Changing habits or creating new ones isn't easy. when you fall into a routine that has been the same for years it's ...
Jun 30, 2022•25 min•Ep. 113
Send me a Text Message What does your contract say? Often we leave a day job to work for ourselves because we want to have a better lifestyle. YET! We go from a contract of benefits, job perks, regular hours and 28 days holiday a year, to limited perks, no benefits, working 24/7 and ZERO holiday!! Write yourself a contract and treat yourself well! You deserve time off without the guilt and stress attached to it. In this episode: Why we work all the time The benefits of taking holiday What does y...
Jun 23, 2022•30 min•Ep. 112
Send me a Text Message Where did all the time go! It's hard when you are in business for yourself by yourself. You're doing the roles of 7 or more people and you only have 24 hours in the day. So why do we beat ourselves up so much about not being able to do it all? Today I want to address the life we are missing out on when we bury ourselves in work and how we might look at our diaries and get the aliment back on track. No that doesn't mean balanced because balance doesn't exist! In this episod...
Jun 16, 2022•34 min•Ep. 111
Send me a Text Message Public speaking often fills people with fear! Where that fear comes from is unclear but for some, it can stem from being made to speak at school. Whatever the reason it's an important part of life seeking with strangers making a toast or delivering a presentation. Eddie Rice author of Toast: Short speeches Big Impact joins me today to help us take those fears. Grab the book here https://amzn.to/3xEu4sh 0:00 Intro 1:55 Who is Eddie Rice? 3:10 Don't give up on your dream 5:2...
Jun 09, 2022•25 min•Ep. 110
Send me a Text Message You control your own time! If you plan well then even if others 'let you down' it doesn't have to impact on your day or on the progress of your business. In today's episode, we'll cover Missing appointments Planning your time Reminders Set your systems up to help you Lead with kindness & grace 'Grace is the glue that holds me together' Corinne Rodrigues . Links Start your podcast from scratch workshop High 5 Habit Mel Robbins ~*~ Get Canva for business here The Weddi...
Jun 02, 2022•21 min•Ep. 109
Send me a Text Message Business tools/ software that save me time! It is easy to get overwhelmed with tools and software and actually make it harder for yourself by overcomplicating your systems. Today I share my top 5 tools/ software that I find easy to use and save me time. In today's episode, we'll cover CANVA CALENDLY ZOOM MAILCHIMP GOOGLE 'It is essential to have good tools, but it is also essential that the tools should be used in the right way' Wallace D Wattles Links Start your podcast f...
May 26, 2022•21 min•Ep. 108
Send me a Text Message Coping with the new normal! As you approach the core months of our first wedding season back take a moment to check in with you and how you're doing. In today's episode, we'll cover A look back on the pandemic What is positive psychology What can we do to help us utilise PP in our businesses 'People feel really most alive when they are able to express who they are and how they feel' Mihaly Csikzentmihalyi . ~*~ Links Flow: The Psychology of Happiness by Mihaly Csikszentmih...
May 18, 2022•41 min•Ep. 107
Send me a Text Message Common Challenges Wedding Suppliers Face! When you work in the wedding industry it's what you know and who you know that will get you ahead. In today's episode, we'll cover Connections: How to build a network in the industry Marketing: What not to do when it comes to marketing Experience: How to approach getting it 'Don't limit your challenges, challenge your limits' Tony Robbins. The Wedding Pro Cast UK Group on FB Join the SPWV The Client Attraction Journey Quiz FREE 3 P...
May 12, 2022•18 min•Ep. 106
