Welcome to Wedded: The Wedding Planner Podcast. We are Tracy Taylor Ward and Shannon Leahy, wedding planners with a love for event design who work with clients all over the world. Tracy’s company, Tracy Taylor Ward Design, is based in NY and FL, and Shannon’s company, Shannon Leahy Events, is located in CA and MD. After a combined 20 years in the events industry, we’ve “wedded” our expertise to share with you everything we know about weddings and how to run a successful luxury event planning company. Whether you’re a wedding planner looking to elevate your client’s experience, or a bride or groom wondering how to hold a chic, seamless and exceptionally fun wedding, you’ve come to the right place! So grab your favorite pen and notebook, and take a seat. We can’t wait to help you level up your wedding!
Welcome to Wedded: The Wedding Planner Podcast. We are Tracy Taylor Ward and Shannon Leahy, wedding planners with a love for event design who work with clients all over the world. Tracy’s company, Tracy Taylor Ward Design, is based in NY and FL, and Shannon’s company, Shannon Leahy Events, is located in CA and MD. After a combined 20 years in the events industry, we’ve “wedded” our expertise to share with you everything we know about weddings and how to run a successful luxury event planning company. Whether you’re a wedding planner looking to elevate your client’s experience, or a bride or groom wondering how to hold a chic, seamless and exceptionally fun wedding, you’ve come to the right place! So grab your favorite pen and notebook, and take a seat. We can’t wait to help you level up your wedding!
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Welcome to Wedded: The Wedding Planner Podcast. We are Tracy Taylor Ward and Shannon Leahy, wedding planners with a love for event design who work with clients all over the world. Tracy’s company, Tracy Taylor Ward Design, is based in NY and FL, and Shannon’s company, Shannon Leahy Events, is located in CA and MD. After a combined 20 years in the events industry, we’ve “wedded” our expertise to share with you everything we know about weddings and how to run a successful luxury event planning company. Whether you’re a wedding planner looking to elevate your client’s experience, or a bride or groom wondering how to hold a chic, seamless and exceptionally fun wedding, you’ve come to the right place! So grab your favorite pen and notebook, and take a seat. We can’t wait to help you level up your wedding!
Welcome to Wedded: The Wedding Planner Podcast. We are Tracy Taylor Ward and Shannon Leahy, wedding planners with a love for event design who work with clients all over the world. Tracy’s company, Tracy Taylor Ward Design, is based in NY and FL, and Shannon’s company, Shannon Leahy Events, is located in CA and MD. After a combined 20 years in the events industry, we’ve “wedded” our expertise to share with you everything we know about weddings and how to run a successful luxury event planning company. Whether you’re a wedding planner looking to elevate your client’s experience, or a bride or groom wondering how to hold a chic, seamless and exceptionally fun wedding, you’ve come to the right place! So grab your favorite pen and notebook, and take a seat. We can’t wait to help you level up your wedding!
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Planners— are you tired of spinning your wheels with inefficient systems? Couples— have you ever wondered how you could plan your wedding more effortlessly? Today we are breaking down all of our Core System tools and how you can prevent yourself from wasting time and making mistakes by employing them! Plus, a big update on the status of Wedded!
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Tracy Taylor Ward Design
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Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
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Join us today as we provide practical advice and strategies to overcome post-wedding blues, simplify the name change process, preserve cherished memories, and thrive in your new life as a married couple. Whether you're a newlywed or a wedding planner, this episode is your guide to navigating the exciting and sometimes overwhelming post-wedding journey. Plus, one listener asks how to tackle initial floral design conversations with clients as a floral designer!
Discussed in this Episode:
- How to Brand Your Wedding Business (http://www.nordeenbridal.com/)
- The Monthly Planning Checklist (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/monthly-planning-checklist)
- The Client Design Workbook (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/client-design-workbook)
- Our Best Wedding Advice Ever (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wedded-the-wedding-planner-podcast/id1551208110?i=1000537726967)
- http://missnowmrs.com/
- http://newlynamed.com/
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Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website: https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
Get ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of vendor contracts! Today we are sharing valuable tips on establishing clear and open communication channels throughout the negotiation process. Discover our favorite strategies for requesting discounts, understanding pricing structures, and finding areas where costs can be adjusted without compromising quality. Plus, one listener asks how to approach launching a luxury wedding planning business within a city geared toward a lower-priced market.
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Tracy Taylor Ward Design
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Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
It's time to talk about something we all dread in the wedding industry: a super slow season. But don't worry, we've got you covered with a ton of tips and tricks to keep your business thriving even when things are moving at a snail's pace. From diversifying your business to strengthening your online presence and fostering a supportive community, we're going to show you how to make the most of your downtime and come out on top. Plus, one listener asks how to transition from corporate events into weddings!
Discussed in this Episode:
- How to Brand Your Wedding Business (http://www.nordeenbridal.com/)
- The Branding Kit (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/branding-kit)
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https://www.weddedpodcast.com/
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https://WeddedPodcast.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast
Read About Our Hosts:
Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website: https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
This week we are exploring the ever-evolving world of social media and its impact on weddings. From swoon-worthy inspiration to the pressure for Instagram-perfect moments, we'll uncover the good, the bad, and the controversial. Plus, don't miss our listener question segment where we reveal our client gifting process.
Discussed:
https://simoneleblanc.com/
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Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website: https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
Planning a wedding can be stressful for anyone, but for introverts, it can be especially overwhelming. So, we're here to share some tips and strategies for creating a wedding that prioritizes self-care, mental well-being, and introvert-friendly planning. From scheduling moments of alone time to establishing an "introvert zone" for the couple and introverted guests, we’ve got you covered. PLUS: we’re dishing on what to do when a planner is asked to handle all vendor payments on the clients’ behalf.
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Tracy Taylor Ward Design
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Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
On this week's episode of Wedded, we're all about planning a sustainable and eco-friendly wedding! We're sharing stories and tips for carbon conscious couples, including how we find venues and vendors who prioritize environmentally friendly options for everything from flowers to wedding attire. It’s easier than you might think! PLUS: One listener asks for advice on how to manage client meetings while balancing a full time job.
Discussed in this Episode:
- Nordeen Bridal (http://www.nordeenbridal.com/)
- Blue Hill at Stone Barns (http://www.bluehillfarm.com/)
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https://www.weddedpodcast.com/
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http://www.weddedpodcast.com/shophttp://hop.com/
Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments:
mailto:Questions@WeddedPodcast.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast
Read About Our Hosts:
Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website: https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
Let's face it, in the wedding planning industry, there are a lot of fish in the sea. So, if you want to stand out and attract your ideal clients, you need to know who they are and what they want. On this week’s episode we are dishing on how to find your "ideal client" and improve your marketing efforts to ensure your brand identity is crystal clear. PLUS: One listener asks how to determine who their real client is when the person paying is not the same person supplying the decisions. But, wait, there's more! We have some exciting news. The Wedded Shop has just released a new Branding Kit to complement this week’s episode and give you actionable tools you can begin using immediately to level up your brand identity!
Discussed in this Episode:
NEW: The Branding Kit https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/branding-kit
The Budget Template https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/budget-template
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https://www.weddedpodcast.com/
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Email Us All Of Your Questions and Comments:
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Read About Our Hosts:
Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website: https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram:
https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
Whoever said ‘Money, Money, Money. Must be Funny” must not have been a wedding planner. Tune-in to this week’s episode for everything you need to know about wedding budgets, from when to discuss finances with clients to our personal processes for setting and sticking to a wedding budget. But that’s not all…We’re also releasing the ULTIMATE Budgeting Guide on http://weddedshop.com/ that’s been two years in the making! PLUS: One listener asks for advice around setting boundaries with clients, specifically with those who express interest in pursuing a career in wedding planning down the road.
Discussed in this Episode:
- Wedded Budgeting Guide: https://www.weddedshop.com/
- Private Estate Weddings: Everything You Need to Know Episode (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wedded-the-wedding-planner-podcast/id1551208110?i=1000528115782)
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https://www.weddedpodcast.com/
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https://WeddedPodcast.com
Find Us On Social:
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Read About Our Hosts:
Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website: https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website: https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents
It’s never easy to make plans when there are too many cooks in the kitchen, and event planning is no exception! Planning a wedding often means navigating inter-family dynamics for the first time, which can be challenging, especially when the parties’ involved aren’t seeing eye to eye. That’s why this week we’re sharing our advice on how to navigate one of the trickiest parts of wedding planning with hyper-involved parents: emotions and conflicting opinions. PLUS: One listener asks about how to honor deceased loved ones throughout their wedding celebrations.
Discussed
- Wedded Client Planning Workbook (https://www.weddedshop.com/product-page/client-planning-workbook)
- Veranda Magazine (https://shop.veranda.com/veranda-magazine-sem.html?
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https://www.weddedpodcast.com/
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Questions@WeddedPodcast.com
Find Us On Social:Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcast
Read About Our Hosts:
Tracy Taylor Ward Design
Website:
https://www.tracytaylorward.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorward
Shannon Leahy Events
Website:
https://www.shannonleahy.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents