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Reacting vs. Responding: Mastering Difficult Conversations as a Wedding Entrepreneur

As a wedding entrepreneur, you’re often in high-stakes situations where emotions run high. Whether it’s navigating a miscommunication with a vendor, addressing a client’s last-minute changes, or managing a team under pressure, the way you handle difficult conversations can significantly impact your business relationships and reputation. One essential skill to cultivate is knowing the difference between reacting and responding.

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A Fresh Start for the New Year

2024 was a year that tested me as a small business owner. One of the toughest lessons I faced was learning how to navigate spaces where respect wasn’t reciprocated.

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Customer Service without Hospitality is Transactional

In the wedding industry, good service means meeting expectations, but good hospitality means exceeding them. It’s about creating a feeling that lingers long after the wedding is over. To build loyalty and grow your wedding business, cultivate a spirit of hospitality.

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How to Exude Confidence Without Coming Across as Arrogant

How do wedding entrepreneurs exude confidence without coming across as arrogant to their clients? Here are four crucial tips to help you with your approach.

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When Your Client is a Bully: Navigating Difficult Business Relationships

Do you have a client who behaves like a bully or even a “mean girl?” Here are some tips and recommendations for navigating a difficult or abusive business relationship.

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Why Travis Kelce Owes His Coach a Public Apology: Lessons in Respect and Professionalism

Recently, the actions of NFL player Travis Kelce towards his coach sparked controversy and raised questions about the boundaries of respect in the workplace. In this blog post, I delve into why I believe Travis Kelce owes his coach an apology and the broader lessons we can draw from this incident.

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