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The Wedding Sassholes

The Wedding Sassholes

Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron

Two wedding industry pros, Shannon Tarrant (a venue guru) and Vanessa Negron (a wedding cake & dessert queen) who love to cuss and talk sh** about the common eff-ups we see companies making! Listen for each month's specific topic and weekly breakdown including interviews with wedding industry top leaders. Each episode wraps up with SWAG - 3 practical strategies you can implement today.
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This week’s topic is Top Apps to Increase Productivity for Wedding Pros and in this episode, we are sitting down with Kevin Dennis owner of Fantasy Sound Event Services and WeddingIQ.

We talk about -

> Software to grow and organize our wedding business

> Social media schedulers

> CRMs

> Key tech apps to boost productivity for wedding professionals

> Features of recommended apps

> Suggestions on how to add more tech to your business without getting overwhelmed

> What to take into consideration when evaluating the cost effectiveness of these tech solutions

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Start with the basic 7: storage, contracts, processing, CRM, project managment, notes, and scheduling.
  2. Build a circle of techy friends in different markets
  3. Find your pain point and add one app at a time, baby steps
  4. Read all the newsletters from the software's that you use to stay up to date on the trends and new features
  5. Sanitize your phone every other month, clear out the apps that you are no longer using

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

Connect with Kevin Dennis:

IG- Wedding_IQ

weddingIQ.com

[email protected]

fantasysound.com

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This week’s topic is Crafting Killer Content and in this episode, we are diving into how to build buzz for your wedding biz with Anna Coats.

We talk about -

> the vendor struggle of capturing content on wedding day

> how hiring a content creator can help you capture behind the scenes

> key moments behind the scene that should always be captured

> how to prep for a content photoshoot

> how to grab the best footage for your content

> tips and tricks of making your content feel authentic and not staged

> how to use your behind the scenes footage

> mistakes vendors should avoid making in content creation

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Build a strategy for your content creation and a follow up
  2. Look at your upcoming events over the next 3 months to plan which ones you want captured
  3. Go get your DIY starter kit
  4. Stop caring what other people think, go be your authentic self

To get in touch with Anna Coats:

IG: @behind_thevows , @marrymetampabay

TikTok: @behind_thevows , @thelifeofaweddingblogger

website: https://marrymetampabay.com/

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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The Wedding Sassholes - 53. The Mentality of Being a #2 with Paul Pettie
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03/19/24 • 41 min

This week’s topic isThe Mentality of Being a #2, we are diving sitting down with Paul Pettie with Madera Estates and Venue Help Desk.

We talk about -

> The change from being a #2 in a corporate setting to #2 in a family run business with your spouse

> Where to start when starting to look for a right hand employee

> The important qualities to look for in a right hand

> Ways to be a leader at work, even if you're not the boss

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Be clear on the qualities of what you want in a #2, find their strengths in our weaknesses
  2. Make a list of attributes that will balance yourself out
  3. Respect the safe spaces and ask for the permission to talk about work at home

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

Want to see more of Paul Pettie from Venue Help Desk --> https://www.venuehelpdesk.com/

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The Wedding Sassholes - TRAILER

TRAILER

The Wedding Sassholes

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10/30/22 • 17 min

Welcome to the SH**SHOW! Listen to learn more about Vanessa & Shannon's journey - how we each got from being workers in hospitality to becoming business owners and now, as business besties, sharing our advice, problem-solving, and lessons learned (sometimes the hard way) as podcast hosts.

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This week’s topic is 3 Website Analytics Every Wedding Pro Should Know and in this episode we are sitting down with Christie Osborne of Mountainside Media

We talk about -

> Understanding why analytics are essential for success in the wedding industry

> Practical tips and tools for getting started

> How frequent should you check your analytics

> Forecast of how the role of website analytics is evolving in the wedding industry

> How to track and read analytics

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Number of monthly threshold (1000-1400 established) (400-600 newbie)
  2. Double down on the thing that works for you and stop wasting time on the thing that doesn't work
  3. Checking the conversion on the contact page 1- how much traffic did my site get 2- how many of those people navigated to the contact page 3- what is the conversion rate from the people that filled out the contact form

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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This week’s topic is Creating an Extraordinary Client Experience Journey and in this episode we are sitting down with Nikisha King of Nikisha King Design House

We talk about -

> Why the client experience is so important in today's business landscape

> How to define an extraordinary client experience within your business

> Collecting feedback to improve services and experience

> How to use technology without losing the personal touch

> Measurable outcomes or metrics that indicate the success of an exceptional client experience strategy

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Create a "thank you" page, to describe the next steps, and become a resource for your clients
  2. Check your words and copy, make sure you're speaking directly to your ideal client.
  3. Do a closing call or closing email to get feedback from their client experience.

To contact Nikisha King: www.nikishaking.com

[email protected]

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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The Wedding Sassholes - 61. 10 Time Management Tips for Wedding Pros
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05/21/24 • 44 min

This week’s topic is Time Management for Wedding Pros and in this episode, we are diving into our top 10 tips that we use in our everyday lives that can help your wedding business too.

We talk about -

> writing and prioritizing a weekly to do list

> streamlining work by grouping

> automating tasks

> delegating tasks

> setting a smart schedule

>app timers

> habit stacking

> controlling the calendar

>scheduling weekly/monthly tasks on repeat

> inbox maintenance

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. start your week a to-do list, and assign each task to a day of the week according to it's importance
  2. find one habit to stack this week
  3. delegate one task that you can hire out and get your time back
  4. brainstorm a list of where you're wasting time

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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The Wedding Sassholes - 60. It's Ok to Not Always Be Growing Your Business
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05/14/24 • 18 min

This week’s topic is "It's OK to not always be growing your business" and in this episode, Vanessa is diving into reasons why it's OK to grow slow and steady, and not try to keep up with the Jones'.

She talks about -

> quality vs quantity

> pressure from society and the industry to constantly be growing

> comparing yourself to others

> setting boundaries on what kind of projects you work on

> stress and burnout

> prioritizing what is important

> how to create sustainable growth with the resources you have

> embracing the plateaus

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Set clear goals and priorities for your business- long term, milestones/benchmarks, if what you’re taking on doesn’t align with it DO NOT DO IT
  2. Create a sustainable business model- pricing strategies, efficiency, retain customers, additional services to already existing accounts
  3. Prioritize self care- schedule downtime to prevent burnout

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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This week’s topic is Making Meaningful Connections Everywhere, and in this episode we are sitting down with Kimmie Caramuta with Paradigm Party Band to discuss insights on how to connect with people anywhere and everywhere to help build your wedding business network.

We talk about -



> What defines a meaningful connection in networking

> Common misconceptions about networking

> The importance of authenticity when networking

> Strategies for navigating overwhelming networking environments

> The role networking plays in the exposure and growth of a wedding business

> Red flags/warning signs that a connection might not be meaningful or beneficial

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Be human, authenticity will connect you to people on another level
  2. Build trust and be a connector
  3. Find a group that works best for your business that you can consistently attend meetings.

Want to learn more about Paradigm Party Band? --> https://www.paradigmpartyband.com/

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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This week’s topic is Why every wedding small business needs an attorney. In this episode we are sitting down with Leah Weinberg, recovering wedding planner and the co-founder of Oduberg Law, LLP

We talk about -

> Why it's essential for every wedding small business to have an attorney that they've already vetted

> The benefits of hiring an attorney that is knowledgeable of the wedding industry

> Most common legal issues seen in the wedding industry

> The importance of having your contract approved by an attorney

> Steps in hiring an attorney that suits your wedding business needs

> Red flags to watch out for when seeking legal counsel

Listen all the way through for the tangible SWAG at the end of every episode on the 3 things you can start implementing into your business today!

Spoiler alert ;) - here’s the list...

  1. Jump ahead of the storm and start reaching out to an attorney today, build that relationship NOW.
  2. When looking at your budget for the next year in November, make legal counsel a line item.
  3. Go through your contract line by line to fully understand and define it, so when your client has questions you can have an educated answer.
  4. If you get a client dispute email, talk to your attorney before responding to make sure you review the facts and contract. No apologizing, offers, or accepting anything before your attorney approves.

Get in touch with Leah Weinberg and her team at:

website: oduberg.com

Instagram: @ theleahweinberg AND @oduberglaw

Tune in every Tuesday morning for NEW episodes, dropping at 7AM.

For BTS between episodes: follow us on Instagram: @theweddingsassholes

Rate, Review, Follow and Share this episode with a friend!

Thank you to our show producer and sponsor Sol Rise Entertainment. For all of your music entertainment needs please visit them at https://solrisellc.com/

Need help? Email co-hosts Shannon Tarrant & Vanessa Negron at [email protected]

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How many episodes does The Wedding Sassholes have?

The Wedding Sassholes currently has 96 episodes available.

What topics does The Wedding Sassholes cover?

The podcast is about Management, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts and Business.

What is the most popular episode on The Wedding Sassholes?

The episode title '64. 3 website analytics every wedding pro should know with Christie Osborne' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Wedding Sassholes?

The average episode length on The Wedding Sassholes is 38 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Wedding Sassholes released?

Episodes of The Wedding Sassholes are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Wedding Sassholes?

The first episode of The Wedding Sassholes was released on Oct 30, 2022.

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