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I am about to be 35 and I’m an aspiring event planner. It has been a lifelong dream of mine and so many times I have discouraged myself by making this long list of why I can’t do it. But thank you so much for sharing your experience blow by blow. This is very helpful and encouraging. I won’t let age or lack of experience stop me from following my dreams!
Omg you are definitely not alone, we’ve all done it and/or still do it, but we just have to push through the fear and self sabotage. There’s so many reasons why we can’t do it and there’s a lot of truth in them, but I’m sure if you could also devote your time to writing a list of why you can and how you can make it work. Start small and build from there, but the main thing is to just start!! 🙏🏽💕
@@amberwarnke6434 I'm currently in QC Career School finishing self paced courses for Event and Wedding Planning with a specialization in Event Design. I have an allotted time of two years to finish, but I definitely plan to complete the courses for both classes if not before the end of 2022, definitely before mid 2023. I'm still nervous about actually making connections and getting clients, but the QC school is amazing and they assist with starting and building my portfolio, creating a business web page, logos, etc. So I'm actively enrolled and looking forward to utilizing the information I'm retaining to advertise myself and start bringing in clients.
I loved this video so much! I'm actually a 17 yo girl, and I really want to go for event management,my advisors and relatives always tell me It is too stressful and I won't be able to keep up with the job as I grow older or start a family,they also say it is a job better handled by men, which makes me so upset.I'm so confused. but I am a really creative person and have done a few small events successfully... They feel I should go for something which requires more studies as I'm smart enough 😑
It sounds to me hun that although you are only 17, you have some very grown up decisions to make in your near future. I don’t mean like what you want to major in per se, but more so deciding are you willing to let people dictate what is best for your life. I can’t give you the right answer. What I can say is you have to be able to live with the decisions you make or let others make for you....My honest truth is, it is stressful. It’s the 5th or 6th most stressful job in America. It is hard to do as you get older and as you start a family. What job isn’t though? You’ll have to learn to balance..Men are better suited huh? Women are thriving in this career everyday all across the world. I know more women in the event industry than men actually...Also, what makes them think you being in this field would mean you’re any less smart? You could get a Masters in hospitality or management, and I’m sure go even further in studies if you researched a school that offers advanced studies in the field. You can attain national and globally recognized certifications and work for some of the top companies in the world. For every reason they give you that you can’t do it, I can give you a reason why you can. You just have to be strong enough to walk in the path you think is best for you, whatever that may be. 🙏🏼💕
@@BashBesties Thank you so much, I really needed this.you are right and I would much rather live with the decisions I make then question what if I had done that. I know it will be hard going against everyone but I know I'll do well because I really want this.
As someone who is looking at this video, thinking about a big direction change after studying genetics for 6 years because people told me I was smart but now realising I'm not sure I like it, go with whatever you enjoy most. Just because your are smart doesn't mean you should take the path of more study, just do what you love!
I love the relationship that you have with your husband and how helpful he is. It reminds me a lot of my boyfriend and how he's helped me out in my events as well. Reading your blog posts and watching your videos really sparked something in me. I've been in the event management industry for a couple years, decided to take the jump and start my own event planning business a month back. I'm still working a full time job as it is not feasible right now to dive right in as I have my parents to take care of financially, rent, other commitments etc. But I hope in the near future, I'd have more bookings and jobs so I can do what I love full time. Love your content btw, definitely subbing.
Thank you! That’s so awesome, there’s so many men out there that don’t support their partner in following their dreams. Glad to hear you’ve got a supportive partner as well! Congratulations! Choosing to venture out on your own is a big step. That sounds like the perfect plan, I wouldn’t have recommended you do it any other way. Not everyone can dive in right away, we all have different financial situations, commitments, and challenges. I always recommend just getting started like you’ve done a month back, and go at the pace that works for your lifestyle. The first couple years are all about learning, growing, and discovering who you are as a business owner and where you want to be in this industry. I think you’re a very smart woman, and you’re definitely on the right track! I wish you all the best in 2020 babe! 💕🙏🏼
Also I am finding out that event planning is definitely very creative. And I like that. Yes many times I have had to paint, paste and put things together. I find that the ideas I start with, usually turns into something else
Yes, especially if you’re an event planner and decorator it’s an amazing creative outlet! I love to diy too and I’m more on the simple side but I hope to challenge myself more in the future and bring out the big tools. It would be nice if we had a place to share our diys and events, maybe I’ll create a FB group soon so everyone can share!
Girl I love these type of videos it feels like I’m not alone lol im the only “creative” person in my family and among my group of friends so that’s why I could watch a hundred of these 🤗 I’m doing my first “professional” party in a month for 200 people 😬 I feel like I have everything down but I’m still hoping that nothing goes wrong that day 🤞🏻
You are definitely not alone! That’s a good thing for you actually, now you’ve got a built in clientele lol...That’s awesome! 200 is so amazing. 💁♀️ I’ve never done an event that large, but I’m sure it’ll be great and everything will turn out beautiful! 💕
Jessica Osa thank you! It was this past weekend and Since it was for a family members significant other I didn’t charge anything so I let her sisters help me with set up and the take down. It was my gift to the couple but unfortunately our indifferences got in the way at the end so we didn’t really have that much communication with how the final result was supposed to look. Friends and family were really pleased with how it came out too.
I'm an event coordinator for a non-profit association and I wouldn't be good at wedding planning or coming up with good ideas for decor, but I'm good with behind-the-scenes details.
Thank you for sharing! I'm in the process of starting my event planning and decor business! You are so right the work is in the logistics and prep for the event. The set-up and execution is easy if the logistics and prep for the event were done well. Thanks again! I'm emailing about that class...I hope much more success for your business!
Seeing this is enlightening and joyful to watch , I am planning on doing an events business , I am loving the creativity , business strategies and decorating
Wow I just came across your TH-cam channel today and you have out great tips and just very helpful overall views on what event planning is! I was thinking about going into it myself since ever since I was 7 I had a huge passion for planning and planning events! Now I'm 16 and I still have a passion for it, thanks so much for the educational and inspirational videos!
actually I'm a 13 age girl.my target is also to be an event planner. your videos are very helpful to go through my target.this is ta amazing job when consider with other jobs.so,I planned many events in my home and they done successfully....thankyou so much
I love everything, it looks like you and your family are very creative! Everything was beautifully finished! Wonderful job! Thank you for sharing it with us!
Watching this in 2021! I really wanted to be an event planner but it’s really hard since I have no idea where to start. Also, due to pandemic, I’m really not sure how to get clients 😕 But I’m actually doing some decorating stuff during the holidays and bdays of my fam. I’m so inspired by your vid! ❤️
Your videos are so helpful. I do the same line of work-self taught by alot of trial and error, but mostly God's grace! Would you mind sharing a video on tips of how to pack and store items before and even after breaking down an event? More specifically, for those who may not have an office space. I am completely a mobile planner, and I have to be creative in how to store items in a closet, because I have really limited space right now, but my inventory is enough for a garage, so I have alot of things in a storage unit until I can afford an office space, or another bedroom with shelving. Any suggestions, or a peek to your flow will help! Thank you for all you do, and may God continue to bless and prosper you.
Aw thank you so much! 💕 Storage video is definitely going up this month and I will try to film a clean up video soon! I had a storage unit too for awhile but found it not very useful for me particularly because I didn’t want to keep going back to the storage every time I needed something. If you can find a small office to rent for a similar rate I would recommend that and at least you can work out of it. It’s a better use of space and money in my opinion. I know it can be hard to find though, just local churches and centers sometimes they have extra cheap rooms for rent. 💕
New subbie. I'm a photographer and also just this month discovered I'd like to be an event planner because I have a passion & also have coordinated Pastor Anniversary, birthday parties etc in the pass. I'm latching on to all the info you provide & thanks for sharing ♥️
Thanks for joining the family love! That’s great that you already have a lot of experience to draw from unlike other beginners. Being a photographer is such a win too!! As you already know first hand the power of photography for business marketing and branding. Sounds like you got all the goods miss lady, excited to see your journey! 💕
I was worried it would be too long and people would complain 🤦🏽♀️ ...So I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! I’ll try to put up some longer ones on a regular basis now! ❤️
You have no ideas how much your videos help! I'm still struggling to start my business because there's still so much I dont know as well as not having money for inventory. But you've taught me so much and these behind the scenes are very very helpful. Thank you.
Thinking about shortly beginning school for wedding/special event planning! I’m going to keep watching your videos it really have a solid example of the prep on the business side!
That’s awesome, congratulations!! I’m so happy you’re here with us. Yes especially if you plan to start your own business, knowing the prep behind being a small business party planner or decorator is so vital!! Good luck with your studies 💕💕
Great video! Lots of really good nuggets, most people don’t realize what this job entails. It’s the little things that make the biggest difference. You’re awesome!
Very very true! I think many people are shocked to realize most of the work is before the actual day of the event and it’s not as glamorous as they’d assumed lol Thank you so much for watching! 💕
Thank you so much! Welcome to our little event planning family here, I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. God bless you as well! 🙌❤
I was an event planner years ago i Philadelphia PA. I moved to South Carolina 8 years ago, but I never got back into it. Now I want to re-enter the field. So much has changed. And so many look for us to have a certificate from school. Watching you has guven me courage to do this again, and go to school to see the new trends. Thank you!
Looking to start my first business with my sister-in-law and best friend in a couple weeks! I love watching your videos! Always good information and I always learn something new!! Thank you for all the tips!!
Thank you for sharing this! Your videos are extremely helpful. Can you share/explain how you do the clean up as well? Like, how do you end the event after certain hours that the client paid for? Do you usually have to remind them?
Thanks babe! I should probably make a video about this but until then here’s my take on that... Yes, sometimes you do especially if you’re providing an hourly based service. You’ll notice with most peoples smaller events that the party usually naturally starts to wind down anyway and people start leaving on their own after 2-3 hours which is nice. Larger events this may not be the case. But then again usually larger events they’ve rented a venue, thus the venues usually only give them a certain amount of time to be there and clean up before charging them substantially as well. People want their deposit back so they try to make sure to end on time. If you’re the coordinator or planner you can remind them, or often the venue will have a coordinator on site to tell you you gotta go by a certain time. It’s all about communication. I run my business on time slots so during my correspondence with my client I include the day and time and package they booked multiple times before the actual event. It should also be in your contact. 💕
Hi ive never done balloon garlands 4 my kids. Its my sons 5th birthday next month and id love to make a balloon garland 4 him. What thickness fishing line do you need? Also, do you tie 4 balloons together and then wrap fishing line around them? Do you have any more tutorials
You are absolutely right . I have learned the hard way . I just seem to run out of time no matter what I do 😐. Thanks so much for this informative video 👍🏽
Yea it happens, just trying to start party prep sooner is always a good goal, but girl we all find ourselves up pulling the dreaded all-nighter from time to time. 🤦🏽♀️ I think it’s the nature of the job really lol you’re not alone! 😩
Thank you for sharing. I am planning my sister in laws baby shower as my first official event and this was super helpful. Especially since I have little under a month
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I do and allot about a 2 hour service time, but you can just drop off as a rental as well and set a pick up time if you’d like to return later.
I REALLY want to be an event planner. Is there any way I could get in contact with you? Of all the you tubers you were so helpful and the most inspiring. I am BEGGING! I have so many questions!
Hi, I’m operate a service based business and I’m seeking to partner with event planners. Can you make a video giving tips for both parties? i.e 1. Tips for event planners seeking to collaborate with service based business (for me it’s chair massage therapy) and 2. Tips on pitching to an event planner to garner interest.
Im only 19 but I really love decorating setting up and everything that has to do with party planning. I really want to go to parties and do face painting and crafts and maybe charge extra for shirts and goodie bags. I have no idea how to start but I love your channel!
That’s awesome! The earlier you can start the better! That’s really smart finding a way to up charge your face painting services with add-ons like favors. I like the way you think! I say go for it! 💕
I’m decorating & coordinating my sons November 6, 2021 Wedding🤪🥰😳 ……..This is my 1st time doing this & Im totally undecided if I want to take these skills any further
Ok, you go ahead Mrs. King!! This is the perfect opportunity to see if it’s the right path for you and get some great photos for your portfolio if so…I love weddings, but could never be a wedding planner 😩. The brides be working my nerves lol…
Hey, love ur videos 😀❤️! I have a few questions. To start, where do you buy ur decorations (chair & table coverings, draperies 4 pipes etc)?:Do u rent them, or do u just buy them & include it in the price of setup & just add it to inventory? I was wondering how to start growing inventory (really just start period 😆), and what's the basics to have on hand (of ur own) to get started? For example, would it be a good idea to have at least (1 set) of pipe & drape, and white seat & table coverings, then buy color accessories as needed like (runners, color table coverings that go over white tablecloth, and ribbons around chairs etc)? I don't want to have to rent everything, I wan a few Staples on hand. Thanx!!! 😊
Hi it was great watching you learned alot planning to start my own event decorating job ....got few questions... 1) what is the main difference between event planners and decorators...like am thinking of Event decorator...but then I saw your title as being event planner....do you get to plan about catering...or only decorating couldn't understand the main difference help me out:) 2)Did you have to.buy all the tables and chairs....or you rent them or your clients get it.... Thank you so much you are amazing:)
G G Event planner organize speakers, entertainment, and activities. They also oversee the finances of meetings and conventions. On the day of the event, planners may register attendees, coordinate transportation, and make sure meeting rooms are set up properly. Where as decorator is a person whose job involves decorating rooms - fixing them up, painting, arranging furniture, and so on. We can hire vendors for chairs and tables and soon.
Hey girl! Just wondering because I’ve been thinking about getting into event/party planning… what vehicle would you say is appropriate for your needs? Is a minivan enough for what you brought to the venue? Or do you have your own cargo van? Thanks girl!
Heyyy! I would say a minivan will be sufficient for most of the events when you’re first getting started. If you’re doing a larger event you’ll likely be using multiple vendors so won’t need to transport as much stuff. If you have to transport more items or have multiple bookings, you always have the option of renting a cargo van from Uhaul or Home Depot for the day or the weekend. When you have a established clientele and continue to be booked on a regular basis, then it can be time to invest in a cargo van or box truck for your biz! Best wishes! 🎉
I just came across your channel today and I’ve learned so much in the last couple hours I’ve been watching! Subscribing!! Ps, who was the lady helping you at this event? How do you go about finding help when you need it? (Maybe putting up poles that takes 2 people, or hanging garland that you can’t reach with no latter)? Thank you and I love to see your work!!
I also love this video! 😁 I kinda just started my Teen years and i already know i want to be a wedding designer ❤😁 (Event Planner) I really hope i achieve this in the future❤
That is so awesome that you were able to figure that out so early!! 👏 You definitely can, start working on getting experience now while you're young. Help out with family events and volunteer at school when you can! 😀
Hello, sometimes I reuse paint brushes if they’re still in good condition after the party. If you rinse them and soak them right after the activity is done and you purchased good quality brushes they can often be reused. If you buy the cheap ones it’s not likely, and I’ll just throw those away. I retain all my items after the party, unless they have their name on it, like a custom sign. Kids keep their activity project and favors. 💕
I’m right about to graduate with my MA in mental health counseling, but I’ve always been drawn for a career in event planning. I feel that I’m so far behind being that I’m 25 and have no experience, but I live in NYC and feel like getting an intro gig may be possible. What do you think about someone entering the field like this?
I have so many questions!!!! Do you own all of the tables and chairs you provide? Do you work with a preferred company? Everything that you do for the party do you have separate prices? Like for the goodie bags, treats, cake. If a client wants a party that is something completely different and you have to go out and buy new things. Do you up the price?
Hi Karen, ask away! Yes, I do own the tables and chairs I provide. I'll work with any vendors that have good quality and a great reputation, but I do like to keep my preferred vendors in my back pocket. I start my clients with all inclusive packages, then I have add-ons that will make the price go up as it's more work. For instance a small balloon garland is an extra $100 add-on to my packages. Favors would be an add-on. I don't handle cake, but you can if you'd like...Yes, client wants custom, they got to pay custom prices lol...Like you said you got to go out and buy all new things. Unless you wanted to use it as an investment and take it out of your own profits, but I wouldn't get in the habit of doing that. ❤
Thank you for sharing, everytime i think of certain things i place on my vehicle, aldo hlad to see i am not the only perdon who keep a list of to do's and chek off as we ho along, great video
Some people get them made custom from carpenters and designers. A lot of specialty chairs come from furniture companies and they buy in bulk. Small timers like me go with local suppliers, AliExpress, alibaba and Amazon...or they make props themselves. 💕
Thank you Heather! Appreciate you 💕 I usually like to start younger kids parties between 12-2:00pm…since parties are usually 2-3 hours, if it starts too late sometimes it can end up running into a lot of mommies dinner prep/mealtime. However, I think in the summertime 3:00pm isn’t too bad if you’re inviting a lot of moms you’re close with or family members…especially if the reasoning is that you’re trying to avoid the heat if you plan to hold it outdoors. Since the sun doesn’t set until like 8:00pm in summertime, it won’t feel like you’re hosting it in the evening as it can feel during the school year when it gets darker earlier. Ideally I’d bump it up a little bit if possible, but you know your guests best. If they’re more flexible mommies then I’d say it’s fine. If it’s mommies that adhere to a strict daily schedule of when the kids eat, nap, go down for bed, etc I’d maybe move it up a bit. 💕
@@BashBesties thanks for the response. I wasn't going to do a party this year but I got diagnosed with breast cancer in December and I've had major surgery chemotherapy and multiple procedures and doctor appointments and now radation so I decided i want to have fun as much as possible. I still play, go on playdates, go to park and do fun stuff with my daughter as much as possible even though some days Ivefelt really ill and someday I've really struggled. My daughter is a kid and should have fun so I push myself and im glad I can do it. It's a blessing from God to still be so productive. Praise Father God, Jesus, Holy Ghost. Anyway, I noticed on the recent party we attended when they started at 1 or 2 the kids barely ate and also I wad thinking if I started at 3 they would get 4 or 430 and that could be their dinner and than play some more. The parentsvcould get them back home give them a bath and be set for the night. Also if they had someone to do in the more it gives them enough time to do it. One other questions the next week I'm having a end of chemo party. It's gonna be more formal do yoi think what color scheme goes best in a small room. I wanted to do purple but im thinking purple might be to dark for a small room. I would love to have you as a planner. What city do you work from?
Amazing!!!!!! I love the end result WOW! Btw I’m @Dollysdecorating on IG 🤗✨♥️ showing love! I’m currently making centerpieces while watching your videos for inspiration ✨
Im wanting to be a kids birthday party planner, im an artist have a BFA, ive been a party host at jobs for years, im always limited with my creativity so im looking to branch out on my own. I need to figure out how much i wanna charge for party packages and my hourly rate. id be working solo but im used to working solo and getting everything done in a timely manner im really great at organizing and time management as well as communication. what would you recommend?
Hello I was wondering as a event planner do you supply all the supplies such as decorations and just charge your clients the fee for decorating ? Also what should your clients be supplying for there event ?
Hello there, so really these days it’s up to you! You can construct your business completely the way you want. In essence, an event planner usually doesn’t decorate at all, they would hire a decorator, and all other vendors to basically construct the clients vision within budget. However many planners these days like myself, like to “double dip” and decorate as well. So, some people will charge their decorating fee and use the clients remaining decorating budget for buying supplies. Many decorators will also use items they already have on hand which means extra profit since they are charging the client market rate to rent something they already own instead of from another vendor. So for myself I like to create pre-priced packages. I provide a balance of decor and an element of entertainment for my niche, and all my fees are worked into the price. I require my clients to handle all food items, cake, etc. since I work with kids and with allergies and such I just don’t want the hassle at this time. However you can choose to handle whatever you want and don’t want, that’s the beauty of creating your own business! ❤️
Thank you for the video! So initially I dreamed of wedding planning but I want to broaden the scope for my finances. So it seems you work for yourself, i'm assuming. So congratulations!! I have a question does having your own planning business vs working for a company look differently? Also which did you initially start under?
Thanks for watching! Honestly weddings is a great niche in itself, they have larger budgets and happening all year round. Niching down into weddings can be very viable. You could add other options as in full planning, partial planning or even month of coordination. It’s completely up to you, you have to do what feels right! For me girls spa parties was how I first started and that’s great, but it’s a little too niched in my opinion. There’s only so many ways to expand on that....Thank you! Yes it can depending on how big or large the firm or business you would be working for. I do allllll the tasks from tweaking my website, taking inquiries, phone consultations, buying, planning, decorating, etc. In a smaller planning company it’s likely you may share in some of those tasks as well. However in a larger firm you may not have that same range of daily tasks because you will probably have access to a larger team. A receptionist maybe, a graphic designer on staff, a venue manager, etc. I tend to wear all hats as the owner. Of course I can outsource things, but for small timers a lot is done in house for higher profits. I actually stumbled into event planning. I got a cosmetology license and started doing kids spa parties on the side. I eventually started adding more decor, more activities, more themes, favors, backdrops, etc....and looked up one day and finally realized I was an event planner, not just a cosmetologist “doing” spa parties anymore. Once I realized that I approached my business as such from then on out 😊
I’ve had a Cricut for years now ..used it a couple times when I first purchased it and found it too complicated, then never came back to it. It’s just been sitting on my shelf looking pretty in my office 🎀🤦🏽♀️...I know it’s a wonderful tool, but you know how you have to keep playing with it to learn to use it well and I’ve just been putting it off. Lately I’ve been printing an image, then stenciling it on the canvas using the graphite transfer paper method which works very well too and is pretty quick, but you’re right it would be so much easier and a sharper look if I could just do it on my Cricut. 😊
Miss Event Planner hey honey 💖💖 yes very similar! It’s so interesting to see different trends though, I love it 😍 so nice following other event planners journey too, I’m all about supporting girl bosses 👑
Hey! I know this is a stretch, or maybe not, but would you be interested in beta testing my app in December? The reason why I ask is because I’m working on a start up, Observe; allowing students an opportunity to test drive their future by observing professionals in their field etc. Observe will also allow professionals to share their insight in their respective field and build their personal brand etc If you’re not able to do beta testing, no worries, I totally understand. Maybe later. If you are, I would just add you to the list.
Hello! We handled the children’s activity area only this time. This client had extra family who was going to stay late after we were done entertaining the children so those are from a local rental company. I don’t recommend buying stuff like tables and chairs until you’ve booked your first client, unless you are starting a party rental company. 💕
Miss Event Planner awesome because I had just started a paint and twist with my girls I brought everything from amazon and tables and chairs from a guy who was selling them
Hi, yes I keep it unless it’s custom with their name on it or floral centerpieces…and occasionally if they really really want it and ask for it. For example, I just did a kids “transportation” themed party for a 2 yr old and the centerpieces were toy cars and trains and wood train tracks. The client rounded them up at the end of the party as she wanted to keep them for her son to play with after the party. I wasn’t going to tell her to give the toy trains back so I let her keep them, but larger decor I could use again and re-rent, I would usually make sure to say it’s a rental.
Contracts really need to be made up by a lawyer, which is my professional recommendation!...However, in the beginning most people just draw up a contract with the basics. The agreed upon services, the details of the event, your company policies, when the client should pay their payments and how much, cancellation policy, refund policy, release of liability for injury and such, photo policy, etc. The contract is supposed to protect you and your company. So think of the kinds of things people could say to get over on you or get out of paying you and include a statement for that in your contract lol
Lots of admin work daily, emails, client consultations….hardest part is balance if you have a family. Also you pull long hours over the weekend, and miss a lot of family/friend events doing other peoples.
Thank you Roberta!!! Nope, because I didn’t make them 😆.. I bought them at Hobby Lobby in the girls decor section! I’m sure you can probably purchase them online too. 💕💕💕
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I which to continue
Hello, the course is still going on! Presell has ended though 😊
I did my first professional event a month ago and it was a huge success. Looking forward to doing more
That’s amazing! Congratulations on being a professional event planner! I hope this year brings you all the clients you deserve. ❤️
@@BashBesties thank you so much. Your videos help me so much
GOD BLESS!!!
I am about to be 35 and I’m an aspiring event planner. It has been a lifelong dream of mine and so many times I have discouraged myself by making this long list of why I can’t do it. But thank you so much for sharing your experience blow by blow. This is very helpful and encouraging. I won’t let age or lack of experience stop me from following my dreams!
Omg you are definitely not alone, we’ve all done it and/or still do it, but we just have to push through the fear and self sabotage. There’s so many reasons why we can’t do it and there’s a lot of truth in them, but I’m sure if you could also devote your time to writing a list of why you can and how you can make it work. Start small and build from there, but the main thing is to just start!! 🙏🏽💕
Any updates in your career one year later?
@@amberwarnke6434 I'm currently in QC Career School finishing self paced courses for Event and Wedding Planning with a specialization in Event Design. I have an allotted time of two years to finish, but I definitely plan to complete the courses for both classes if not before the end of 2022, definitely before mid 2023. I'm still nervous about actually making connections and getting clients, but the QC school is amazing and they assist with starting and building my portfolio, creating a business web page, logos, etc. So I'm actively enrolled and looking forward to utilizing the information I'm retaining to advertise myself and start bringing in clients.
I loved this video so much! I'm actually a 17 yo girl, and I really want to go for event management,my advisors and relatives always tell me It is too stressful and I won't be able to keep up with the job as I grow older or start a family,they also say it is a job better handled by men, which makes me so upset.I'm so confused. but I am a really creative person and have done a few small events successfully... They feel I should go for something which requires more studies as I'm smart enough 😑
It sounds to me hun that although you are only 17, you have some very grown up decisions to make in your near future. I don’t mean like what you want to major in per se, but more so deciding are you willing to let people dictate what is best for your life. I can’t give you the right answer. What I can say is you have to be able to live with the decisions you make or let others make for you....My honest truth is, it is stressful. It’s the 5th or 6th most stressful job in America. It is hard to do as you get older and as you start a family. What job isn’t though? You’ll have to learn to balance..Men are better suited huh? Women are thriving in this career everyday all across the world. I know more women in the event industry than men actually...Also, what makes them think you being in this field would mean you’re any less smart? You could get a Masters in hospitality or management, and I’m sure go even further in studies if you researched a school that offers advanced studies in the field. You can attain national and globally recognized certifications and work for some of the top companies in the world. For every reason they give you that you can’t do it, I can give you a reason why you can. You just have to be strong enough to walk in the path you think is best for you, whatever that may be. 🙏🏼💕
@@BashBesties Thank you so much, I really needed this.you are right and I would much rather live with the decisions I make then question what if I had done that. I know it will be hard going against everyone but I know I'll do well because I really want this.
@@BashBesties this is such a beautiful reply! ❤
Thank you, I hope she read it! 🙏🏼💕
As someone who is looking at this video, thinking about a big direction change after studying genetics for 6 years because people told me I was smart but now realising I'm not sure I like it, go with whatever you enjoy most. Just because your are smart doesn't mean you should take the path of more study, just do what you love!
I love the relationship that you have with your husband and how helpful he is. It reminds me a lot of my boyfriend and how he's helped me out in my events as well. Reading your blog posts and watching your videos really sparked something in me. I've been in the event management industry for a couple years, decided to take the jump and start my own event planning business a month back. I'm still working a full time job as it is not feasible right now to dive right in as I have my parents to take care of financially, rent, other commitments etc. But I hope in the near future, I'd have more bookings and jobs so I can do what I love full time. Love your content btw, definitely subbing.
Thank you! That’s so awesome, there’s so many men out there that don’t support their partner in following their dreams. Glad to hear you’ve got a supportive partner as well!
Congratulations! Choosing to venture out on your own is a big step. That sounds like the perfect plan, I wouldn’t have recommended you do it any other way. Not everyone can dive in right away, we all have different financial situations, commitments, and challenges. I always recommend just getting started like you’ve done a month back, and go at the pace that works for your lifestyle. The first couple years are all about learning, growing, and discovering who you are as a business owner and where you want to be in this industry. I think you’re a very smart woman, and you’re definitely on the right track! I wish you all the best in 2020 babe! 💕🙏🏼
@@BashBesties Bless you, you're so sweet ❤️🙏🏼 Hope you have a great year!
Also I am finding out that event planning is definitely very creative. And I like that. Yes many times I have had to paint, paste and put things together. I find that the ideas I start with, usually turns into something else
Yes, especially if you’re an event planner and decorator it’s an amazing creative outlet! I love to diy too and I’m more on the simple side but I hope to challenge myself more in the future and bring out the big tools. It would be nice if we had a place to share our diys and events, maybe I’ll create a FB group soon so everyone can share!
@@BashBesties I think that is an amazing idea!
Girl I love these type of videos it feels like I’m not alone lol im the only “creative” person in my family and among my group of friends so that’s why I could watch a hundred of these 🤗
I’m doing my first “professional” party in a month for 200 people 😬
I feel like I have everything down but I’m still hoping that nothing goes wrong that day 🤞🏻
You are definitely not alone! That’s a good thing for you actually, now you’ve got a built in clientele lol...That’s awesome! 200 is so amazing. 💁♀️ I’ve never done an event that large, but I’m sure it’ll be great and everything will turn out beautiful! 💕
I know you will do a great job! I'm in the same boat. My 1st client 150 people. Are you doing it all by yourself or will you be hiring people?
Jessica Osa thank you! It was this past weekend and Since it was for a family members significant other I didn’t charge anything so I let her sisters help me with set up and the take down. It was my gift to the couple but unfortunately our indifferences got in the way at the end so we didn’t really have that much communication with how the final result was supposed to look. Friends and family were really pleased with how it came out too.
@jessica osa Congratulations on your first client!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼💕
@@BashBesties thank you so much. I'm so nervous but I know I got this. You've shared so much knowledge and I though you for that ❤️
I'm an event coordinator for a non-profit association and I wouldn't be good at wedding planning or coming up with good ideas for decor, but I'm good with behind-the-scenes details.
Thank you for sharing! I'm in the process of starting my event planning and decor business! You are so right the work is in the logistics and prep for the event. The set-up and execution is easy if the logistics and prep for the event were done well. Thanks again! I'm emailing about that class...I hope much more success for your business!
Seeing this is enlightening and joyful to watch , I am planning on doing an events business , I am loving the creativity , business strategies and decorating
I love this video and seeing you kill it as mom, wife, and boss babe lol. you have a beautiful family and I wish you even more success.
Wow I just came across your TH-cam channel today and you have out great tips and just very helpful overall views on what event planning is! I was thinking about going into it myself since ever since I was 7 I had a huge passion for planning and planning events! Now I'm 16 and I still have a passion for it, thanks so much for the educational and inspirational videos!
This might sound dumb but as a 11 year old girl starting a business this is really helpful and I’ve made a lot of progress. Thank you!
Congratulations! That doesn’t sound dumb at all. The earlier you start the better!!! I wish all the best to you 🎉
Thank you for the background to setting up , it's an industry I find fulfilling
Of course, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Yes, you’re right is it very fulfilling 😊
I love that your husband helps you!
I LOVEEE The fact your babies say their grace before eating 🥺❤️ Keep upp the good work Queen 👑
Thank you Nina!! 💕 They’ve grown up in the church most of the childhood, I just pray they’ll continue into adulthood 🙏🏽🙏🏽
actually I'm a 13 age girl.my target is also to be an event planner. your videos are very helpful to go through my target.this is ta amazing job when consider with other jobs.so,I planned many events in my home and they done successfully....thankyou so much
Yes I would like to see more of these videos. This is the hardest part of decorating. 💕
I'm glad you and your family are ok 🙏🏽.
Thank you I appreciate that! 🙏🏼 Great, I will try to upload more! ❤️❤️
Your kids are so Adorable! God bless your family🙏
How sweet, thanks so much! 🙏🏼💕
I love everything, it looks like you and your family are very creative! Everything was beautifully finished! Wonderful job! Thank you for sharing it with us!
Aww you are so sweet! 🙏🏼 Yes they are actually thank you so much! 💕
Lol Yes! Thank you for these videos. This is exactly what I hope my career will look like. You inspire me.
Of course, You definitely can, just got to decide you want it and go after it step by step!
Watching this in 2021!
I really wanted to be an event planner but it’s really hard since I have no idea where to start. Also, due to pandemic, I’m really not sure how to get clients 😕
But I’m actually doing some decorating stuff during the holidays and bdays of my fam.
I’m so inspired by your vid! ❤️
Your videos are so helpful. I do the same line of work-self taught by alot of trial and error, but mostly God's grace! Would you mind sharing a video on tips of how to pack and store items before and even after breaking down an event? More specifically, for those who may not have an office space. I am completely a mobile planner, and I have to be creative in how to store items in a closet, because I have really limited space right now, but my inventory is enough for a garage, so I have alot of things in a storage unit until I can afford an office space, or another bedroom with shelving. Any suggestions, or a peek to your flow will help! Thank you for all you do, and may God continue to bless and prosper you.
Aw thank you so much! 💕 Storage video is definitely going up this month and I will try to film a clean up video soon! I had a storage unit too for awhile but found it not very useful for me particularly because I didn’t want to keep going back to the storage every time I needed something. If you can find a small office to rent for a similar rate I would recommend that and at least you can work out of it. It’s a better use of space and money in my opinion. I know it can be hard to find though, just local churches and centers sometimes they have extra cheap rooms for rent. 💕
New subbie. I'm a photographer and also just this month discovered I'd like to be an event planner because I have a passion & also have coordinated Pastor Anniversary, birthday parties etc in the pass. I'm latching on to all the info you provide & thanks for sharing ♥️
Thanks for joining the family love! That’s great that you already have a lot of experience to draw from unlike other beginners. Being a photographer is such a win too!! As you already know first hand the power of photography for business marketing and branding. Sounds like you got all the goods miss lady, excited to see your journey! 💕
@@BashBesties thank you so much!!! 😊
I love long videos..longer the better haha...this is the exact type of videos ive been looking for!
I was worried it would be too long and people would complain 🤦🏽♀️ ...So I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! I’ll try to put up some longer ones on a regular basis now! ❤️
I tried being a makeup artist but I didn't go far though I'd still love to continue with it.. now I'd love to explore events
Thank you for showing the real view of being a planner! 😭💪💪💪💪
Girl the struggle can be real 🤣 but it’s better to be transparent about the career. 💪🏼
If you use acrylic paints, let them dry and you can peel the paint out super easy, especially on plastic surfaces
Awesome tip, thanks Kasandra!! 💕
You have no ideas how much your videos help! I'm still struggling to start my business because there's still so much I dont know as well as not having money for inventory. But you've taught me so much and these behind the scenes are very very helpful. Thank you.
Thanks so much. This was very helpful. Knowing the behind the scenes prep makes all of the difference. Much appreciated.
Thinking about shortly beginning school for wedding/special event planning! I’m going to keep watching your videos it really have a solid example of the prep on the business side!
That’s awesome, congratulations!! I’m so happy you’re here with us. Yes especially if you plan to start your own business, knowing the prep behind being a small business party planner or decorator is so vital!! Good luck with your studies 💕💕
Great video! Lots of really good nuggets, most people don’t realize what this job entails. It’s the little things that make the biggest difference. You’re awesome!
Very very true! I think many people are shocked to realize most of the work is before the actual day of the event and it’s not as glamorous as they’d assumed lol Thank you so much for watching! 💕
im so inspired. i love it that you show us the real deal of whats its really like
All the way from south africa love your videos
Omg hello from California! Thank you so much for watching 🤗
I’m a newbie to your channel and I’m interested in everything you have to show girl you are amazing and may God bless you
Thank you so much! Welcome to our little event planning family here, I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. God bless you as well! 🙌❤
I was an event planner years ago i Philadelphia PA. I moved to South Carolina 8 years ago, but I never got back into it. Now I want to re-enter the field. So much has changed. And so many look for us to have a certificate from school. Watching you has guven me courage to do this again, and go to school to see the new trends. Thank you!
I love this video!! I have a question tho.. how can I be a concert/tour/award show planner?
Looking to start my first business with my sister-in-law and best friend in a couple weeks! I love watching your videos! Always good information and I always learn something new!! Thank you for all the tips!!
Wow that's really nice
Thank you for sharing this! Your videos are extremely helpful.
Can you share/explain how you do the clean up as well? Like, how do you end the event after certain hours that the client paid for? Do you usually have to remind them?
Thanks babe! I should probably make a video about this but until then here’s my take on that...
Yes, sometimes you do especially if you’re providing an hourly based service. You’ll notice with most peoples smaller events that the party usually naturally starts to wind down anyway and people start leaving on their own after 2-3 hours which is nice. Larger events this may not be the case.
But then again usually larger events they’ve rented a venue, thus the venues usually only give them a certain amount of time to be there and clean up before charging them substantially as well. People want their deposit back so they try to make sure to end on time. If you’re the coordinator or planner you can remind them, or often the venue will have a coordinator on site to tell you you gotta go by a certain time.
It’s all about communication. I run my business on time slots so during my correspondence with my client I include the day and time and package they booked multiple times before the actual event. It should also be in your contact. 💕
Hi ive never done balloon garlands 4 my kids.
Its my sons 5th birthday next month and id love to make a balloon garland 4 him.
What thickness fishing line do you need?
Also, do you tie 4 balloons together and then wrap fishing line around them?
Do you have any more tutorials
THAT PART QUALITY & LUXURY CONCEPT KEEP IT UP BLESS UP
You are absolutely right . I have learned the hard way . I just seem to run out of time no matter what I do 😐. Thanks so much for this informative video 👍🏽
Yea it happens, just trying to start party prep sooner is always a good goal, but girl we all find ourselves up pulling the dreaded all-nighter from time to time. 🤦🏽♀️ I think it’s the nature of the job really lol you’re not alone! 😩
I found those little stools , but I don’t see them in white . Can you point me in the right direction ? Thanks 🥰
IKEA 💕
Thank you for sharing. I am planning my sister in laws baby shower as my first official event and this was super helpful. Especially since I have little under a month
Of course! Congratulations that’s so exciting!! I hope it all goes well 💕
Hello. Where did you purchase your balloon white cover for your balloons?
This video was great! Thank you for showing more of the logistics side of event planning. Do you supervise the paint station?
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I do and allot about a 2 hour service time, but you can just drop off as a rental as well and set a pick up time if you’d like to return later.
I REALLY want to be an event planner. Is there any way I could get in contact with you? Of all the you tubers you were so helpful and the most inspiring. I am BEGGING! I have so many questions!
SO awesome, thank you! Did you make the little “bows” you put just beneath the seats of the stools?
Of course, thanks for watching! No, I purchase them at my local linen district! 💕
Did you plan the whole party? Food, tables and chairs? or just the painting and backdrop?
Hi, I’m operate a service based business and I’m seeking to partner with event planners. Can you make a video giving tips for both parties? i.e 1. Tips for event planners seeking to collaborate with service based business (for me it’s chair massage therapy) and 2. Tips on pitching to an event planner to garner interest.
Im only 19 but I really love decorating setting up and everything that has to do with party planning. I really want to go to parties and do face painting and crafts and maybe charge extra for shirts and goodie bags. I have no idea how to start but I love your channel!
That’s awesome! The earlier you can start the better! That’s really smart finding a way to up charge your face painting services with add-ons like favors. I like the way you think! I say go for it! 💕
Miss Event Planner Wow thank you so much you’re a huge inspiration thank you for responding! ❤️☺️
I’m currently trying to start my own business, your videos are very helpful 💗
That’s awesome to hear, and congratulations! Are you starting an event business as well or are you in another field? 💕
I’m decorating & coordinating my sons November 6, 2021 Wedding🤪🥰😳
……..This is my 1st time doing this & Im totally undecided if I want to take these skills any further
Ok, you go ahead Mrs. King!! This is the perfect opportunity to see if it’s the right path for you and get some great photos for your portfolio if so…I love weddings, but could never be a wedding planner 😩. The brides be working my nerves lol…
I love your work! Where do you get your pink canvases from and easels?
Hey, love ur videos 😀❤️! I have a few questions. To start, where do you buy ur decorations (chair & table coverings, draperies 4 pipes etc)?:Do u rent them, or do u just buy them & include it in the price of setup & just add it to inventory? I was wondering how to start growing inventory (really just start period 😆), and what's the basics to have on hand (of ur own) to get started?
For example, would it be a good idea to have at least (1 set) of pipe & drape, and white seat & table coverings, then buy color accessories as needed like (runners, color table coverings that go over white tablecloth, and ribbons around chairs etc)? I don't want to have to rent everything, I wan a few Staples on hand.
Thanx!!! 😊
Hi it was great watching you learned alot planning to start my own event decorating job ....got few questions...
1) what is the main difference between event planners and decorators...like am thinking of Event decorator...but then I saw your title as being event planner....do you get to plan about catering...or only decorating couldn't understand the main difference help me out:)
2)Did you have to.buy all the tables and chairs....or you rent them or your clients get it....
Thank you so much you are amazing:)
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Event planner organize speakers, entertainment, and activities. They also oversee the finances of meetings and conventions. On the day of the event, planners may register attendees, coordinate transportation, and make sure meeting rooms are set up properly.
Where as decorator is a person whose job involves decorating rooms - fixing them up, painting, arranging furniture, and so on.
We can hire vendors for chairs and tables and soon.
Hey girl!
Just wondering because I’ve been thinking about getting into event/party planning… what vehicle would you say is appropriate for your needs?
Is a minivan enough for what you brought to the venue? Or do you have your own cargo van?
Thanks girl!
Heyyy! I would say a minivan will be sufficient for most of the events when you’re first getting started. If you’re doing a larger event you’ll likely be using multiple vendors so won’t need to transport as much stuff.
If you have to transport more items or have multiple bookings, you always have the option of renting a cargo van from Uhaul or Home Depot for the day or the weekend.
When you have a established clientele and continue to be booked on a regular basis, then it can be time to invest in a cargo van or box truck for your biz!
Best wishes! 🎉
I just came across your channel today and I’ve learned so much in the last couple hours I’ve been watching! Subscribing!!
Ps, who was the lady helping you at this event? How do you go about finding help when you need it? (Maybe putting up poles that takes 2 people, or hanging garland that you can’t reach with no latter)?
Thank you and I love to see your work!!
Great Job with the behind the scenes!
Thank you sis, I tried! ❤️
Where’d you get the little easels from? So cute!!
Thanks so much for doing this. I’m trying to come up with a method for prepping for events!
Of course! Well I’m sure you’ll definitely get a routine down that works for you after a few events!
I also love this video! 😁 I kinda just started my Teen years and i already know i want to be a wedding designer ❤😁 (Event Planner) I really hope i achieve this in the future❤
That is so awesome that you were able to figure that out so early!! 👏 You definitely can, start working on getting experience now while you're young. Help out with family events and volunteer at school when you can! 😀
@@BashBesties Thank you for the advice! I'll definitely do that 😁
By far my favorite video....more please!! Also Great job 👍👍...keep up the good work and great videos!!! 👌
Thank you Tiffany!! Definitely appreciate it. I am hoping to try to do another filming this weekend, wish me luck! ❤️
Do you reuse the paint brushes? What does the clients get to keep from your parties?
Hello, sometimes I reuse paint brushes if they’re still in good condition after the party. If you rinse them and soak them right after the activity is done and you purchased good quality brushes they can often be reused. If you buy the cheap ones it’s not likely, and I’ll just throw those away. I retain all my items after the party, unless they have their name on it, like a custom sign. Kids keep their activity project and favors. 💕
This is a really great explanation! Creative as well.
Thanks so much, I appreciate that!
Great video, thank you for sharing. I would like to learn how to charge for different types of.events.
I’m right about to graduate with my MA in mental health counseling, but I’ve always been drawn for a career in event planning. I feel that I’m so far behind being that I’m 25 and have no experience, but I live in NYC and feel like getting an intro gig may be possible. What do you think about someone entering the field like this?
this was soo good thank you so much, i loved this video great work :)
Thank you, I appreciate you girl! 💕
I have so many questions!!!! Do you own all of the tables and chairs you provide? Do you work with a preferred company? Everything that you do for the party do you have separate prices? Like for the goodie bags, treats, cake. If a client wants a party that is something completely different and you have to go out and buy new things. Do you up the price?
Hi Karen, ask away! Yes, I do own the tables and chairs I provide. I'll work with any vendors that have good quality and a great reputation, but I do like to keep my preferred vendors in my back pocket. I start my clients with all inclusive packages, then I have add-ons that will make the price go up as it's more work. For instance a small balloon garland is an extra $100 add-on to my packages. Favors would be an add-on. I don't handle cake, but you can if you'd like...Yes, client wants custom, they got to pay custom prices lol...Like you said you got to go out and buy all new things. Unless you wanted to use it as an investment and take it out of your own profits, but I wouldn't get in the habit of doing that. ❤
Thank you for sharing, everytime i think of certain things i place on my vehicle, aldo hlad to see i am not the only perdon who keep a list of to do's and chek off as we ho along, great video
Nope I’m the same exact way love, we must be doing something right then! ❤️
Love your video ❤️
I always ask myself where event planners get the furniture... The chairs and the tables
Some people get them made custom from carpenters and designers. A lot of specialty chairs come from furniture companies and they buy in bulk. Small timers like me go with local suppliers, AliExpress, alibaba and Amazon...or they make props themselves. 💕
Oh yes! I love your videos and I'm paying attention and taken notes. I really want to be an event planner
Thanks babe! You got the right attitude, I love self starters, you got this! 💕
You inspire me to be a great event planner
I love your videos
Also, just because you’re not making a lot of money at first don’t give up you’ll be big one day just believe in yourself!
I love this!! Yes, you’re totally right. Thanks so much for encouraging everyone 💕
.Which apps do you use to edit your video ? Thank you for this video😊🤎
You are so talented. Awesome job. you think 3 pm is an okay start time for a 5 years old birthday party
Thank you Heather! Appreciate you 💕
I usually like to start younger kids parties between 12-2:00pm…since parties are usually 2-3 hours, if it starts too late sometimes it can end up running into a lot of mommies dinner prep/mealtime. However, I think in the summertime 3:00pm isn’t too bad if you’re inviting a lot of moms you’re close with or family members…especially if the reasoning is that you’re trying to avoid the heat if you plan to hold it outdoors. Since the sun doesn’t set until like 8:00pm in summertime, it won’t feel like you’re hosting it in the evening as it can feel during the school year when it gets darker earlier.
Ideally I’d bump it up a little bit if possible, but you know your guests best. If they’re more flexible mommies then I’d say it’s fine. If it’s mommies that adhere to a strict daily schedule of when the kids eat, nap, go down for bed, etc I’d maybe move it up a bit. 💕
@@BashBesties thanks for the response. I wasn't going to do a party this year but I got diagnosed with breast cancer in December and I've had major surgery chemotherapy and multiple procedures and doctor appointments and now radation so I decided i want to have fun as much as possible. I still play, go on playdates, go to park and do fun stuff with my daughter as much as possible even though some days Ivefelt really ill and someday I've really struggled. My daughter is a kid and should have fun so I push myself and im glad I can do it. It's a blessing from God to still be so productive. Praise Father God, Jesus, Holy Ghost. Anyway, I noticed on the recent party we attended when they started at 1 or 2 the kids barely ate and also I wad thinking if I started at 3 they would get 4 or 430 and that could be their dinner and than play some more. The parentsvcould get them back home give them a bath and be set for the night. Also if they had someone to do in the more it gives them enough time to do it. One other questions the next week I'm having a end of chemo party. It's gonna be more formal do yoi think what color scheme goes best in a small room. I wanted to do purple but im thinking purple might be to dark for a small room. I would love to have you as a planner. What city do you work from?
Video was amazing
Thanks Mildred! 💕
Amazing!!!!!! I love the end result WOW! Btw I’m @Dollysdecorating on IG 🤗✨♥️ showing love! I’m currently making centerpieces while watching your videos for inspiration ✨
Im wanting to be a kids birthday party planner, im an artist have a BFA, ive been a party host at jobs for years, im always limited with my creativity so im looking to branch out on my own. I need to figure out how much i wanna charge for party packages and my hourly rate. id be working solo but im used to working solo and getting everything done in a timely manner im really great at organizing and time management as well as communication. what would you recommend?
Hello I was wondering as a event planner do you supply all the supplies such as decorations and just charge your clients the fee for decorating ? Also what should your clients be supplying for there event ?
Hello there, so really these days it’s up to you! You can construct your business completely the way you want. In essence, an event planner usually doesn’t decorate at all, they would hire a decorator, and all other vendors to basically construct the clients vision within budget. However many planners these days like myself, like to “double dip” and decorate as well. So, some people will charge their decorating fee and use the clients remaining decorating budget for buying supplies. Many decorators will also use items they already have on hand which means extra profit since they are charging the client market rate to rent something they already own instead of from another vendor. So for myself I like to create pre-priced packages. I provide a balance of decor and an element of entertainment for my niche, and all my fees are worked into the price. I require my clients to handle all food items, cake, etc. since I work with kids and with allergies and such I just don’t want the hassle at this time. However you can choose to handle whatever you want and don’t want, that’s the beauty of creating your own business! ❤️
Would love to learn more, I just found your site! What kind of course do you have?
You’re so pretty. I enjoyed this video
Thank you 💛 I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Loved the video love u and your work thank you just subscribed 😁
Thank you so much, I appreciate that and welcome to the family!! 💕
Thank you for the video! So initially I dreamed of wedding planning but I want to broaden the scope for my finances. So it seems you work for yourself, i'm assuming. So congratulations!! I have a question does having your own planning business vs working for a company look differently? Also which did you initially start under?
Thanks for watching! Honestly weddings is a great niche in itself, they have larger budgets and happening all year round. Niching down into weddings can be very viable. You could add other options as in full planning, partial planning or even month of coordination. It’s completely up to you, you have to do what feels right! For me girls spa parties was how I first started and that’s great, but it’s a little too niched in my opinion. There’s only so many ways to expand on that....Thank you! Yes it can depending on how big or large the firm or business you would be working for. I do allllll the tasks from tweaking my website, taking inquiries, phone consultations, buying, planning, decorating, etc. In a smaller planning company it’s likely you may share in some of those tasks as well. However in a larger firm you may not have that same range of daily tasks because you will probably have access to a larger team. A receptionist maybe, a graphic designer on staff, a venue manager, etc. I tend to wear all hats as the owner. Of course I can outsource things, but for small timers a lot is done in house for higher profits. I actually stumbled into event planning. I got a cosmetology license and started doing kids spa parties on the side. I eventually started adding more decor, more activities, more themes, favors, backdrops, etc....and looked up one day and finally realized I was an event planner, not just a cosmetologist “doing” spa parties anymore. Once I realized that I approached my business as such from then on out 😊
Love the video!!!
Thank you Latasha for watching!!❤️
I hope you invested in a cricut since making this video. You can make any sketch for the canvas.
I’ve had a Cricut for years now ..used it a couple times when I first purchased it and found it too complicated, then never came back to it. It’s just been sitting on my shelf looking pretty in my office 🎀🤦🏽♀️...I know it’s a wonderful tool, but you know how you have to keep playing with it to learn to use it well and I’ve just been putting it off.
Lately I’ve been printing an image, then stenciling it on the canvas using the graphite transfer paper method which works very well too and is pretty quick, but you’re right it would be so much easier and a sharper look if I could just do it on my Cricut. 😊
Love this 💖 I’m an event styler in the UK and love your Chanel!
Omg hello from the US babe!! 💕 I really appreciate that, how’s the event industry in the UK? Very similar?
Miss Event Planner hey honey 💖💖 yes very similar! It’s so interesting to see different trends though, I love it 😍 so nice following other event planners journey too, I’m all about supporting girl bosses 👑
Hey! I know this is a stretch, or maybe not, but would you be interested in beta testing my app in December? The reason why I ask is because I’m working on a start up, Observe; allowing students an opportunity to test drive their future by observing professionals in their field etc. Observe will also allow professionals to share their insight in their respective field and build their personal brand etc
If you’re not able to do beta testing, no worries, I totally understand. Maybe later. If you are, I would just add you to the list.
Thank you Thank you Thank you for sharing!!!!
Thank you for watching!! 🙏🏼💕💕
Did you set everything at party, or just paint station? Should you buy stuff before booking like table chairs etc?
Hello! We handled the children’s activity area only this time. This client had extra family who was going to stay late after we were done entertaining the children so those are from a local rental company.
I don’t recommend buying stuff like tables and chairs until you’ve booked your first client, unless you are starting a party rental company. 💕
Miss Event Planner awesome because I had just started a paint and twist with my girls I brought everything from amazon and tables and chairs from a guy who was selling them
Hi question! So when you buy things for parties, you keep them right? Even though the client pays for it?
Hi, yes I keep it unless it’s custom with their name on it or floral centerpieces…and occasionally if they really really want it and ask for it. For example, I just did a kids “transportation” themed party for a 2 yr old and the centerpieces were toy cars and trains and wood train tracks. The client rounded them up at the end of the party as she wanted to keep them for her son to play with after the party. I wasn’t going to tell her to give the toy trains back so I let her keep them, but larger decor I could use again and re-rent, I would usually make sure to say it’s a rental.
How did you draft your client contract? Are there specific items we should or should not include?
Contracts really need to be made up by a lawyer, which is my professional recommendation!...However, in the beginning most people just draw up a contract with the basics. The agreed upon services, the details of the event, your company policies, when the client should pay their payments and how much, cancellation policy, refund policy, release of liability for injury and such, photo policy, etc. The contract is supposed to protect you and your company. So think of the kinds of things people could say to get over on you or get out of paying you and include a statement for that in your contract lol
@@BashBesties Thank you so much!
Event planners seem awesome! Can I ask a question?
What’s it like for you like daily, and what’s the hardest parts about this job? :)
Lots of admin work daily, emails, client consultations….hardest part is balance if you have a family. Also you pull long hours over the weekend, and miss a lot of family/friend events doing other peoples.
Is there any difference between event manager and event planner? If there is any difference them what is it?
Love it
Thank you! 💕
Amazing video!
Thanks hun, I’m glad you enjoyed it! ❤️
Beautiful!!!💕💕💕💕 great job! Can u do a video on how you made you eye lashes for the back drop? Thanks for sharing
Thank you Roberta!!! Nope, because I didn’t make them 😆.. I bought them at Hobby Lobby in the girls decor section! I’m sure you can probably purchase them online too. 💕💕💕
@@BashBesties thank you I will look..
Hi there what is the COURSE you mentioned in this video?
Amazing video, love your work! :)
Thanks so much! 💕