S9E3: What to Ask Your Wedding Vendors Before Booking
Don't know what to ask your wedding vendors when you interview them? We've got you covered!
It's important to talk with your vendors before booking (if you aren't convinced, listen to last week's episode, Why You Should Talk with Your Wedding Vendors Before Booking).
On almost every call, my clients say, "I don't know what to ask you." This episode has the answers for you!
Guest: Becca, Wed 2 You
This week, we’re dishing about…
what to ask your wedding vendors prior to booking
important questions that help you understand your wedding pros’ values
what you need to know about your wedding vendors
... and more!
Meet Becca!
A West Virginia native turned into a DC area transplant with a loving husband and two senior pups. Becca has been in the wedding industry for over 10 years and is now a business strategist for wedding pros as well as an inclusive wedding planner for all humans.
Business Info
What areas do you serve?
Everywhere
How long have you been in business?
4 years
Why did you decide to start your own business?
I don't like people telling me what to do and I like being able to have flexibility in my job. I also like being able to do something that I am passionate about on my own terms.
What challenges have you had to overcome?
Oh my goodness, well there was this little hiccup called COVID, which basically brought my business to it's knees for almost two years. Plus, all the other things small business owners face; knowing, or learning, how to do everything related to your business that doesn't actually have to do with what you sell. And most importantly, maintaining a work life balance.
What advice could you offer to someone starting a business like yours?
It's a lot of hard work, which I am sure any small business owner would say. I think a lot of people get into travel because they think it's going to be all travel and glitz, when in actuality it's a lot of hard work and almost no money to start.
What advice would you offer to other business owners in a similar situation?
Believe in yourself. You're going to see a lot of different people in the same industry doing a lot of things, do what's best for you and don't compare yourself to others.
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