Dear Readers, Happy Monday! Having the chance to travel around the world has given me the wonderful opportunity to speak
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What Are Your Clients Paying in Your Area?
Posted at Nov 26, 2012 | | Comments Off on What Are Your Clients Paying in Your Area?The Power of Gratitude
Posted at Nov 14, 2012 | | Comments Off on The Power of Gratitude
Dear Readers, With the Thanksgiving holiday right around the corner, I have been reflecting on the blessings, people and opportunities that
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The Power of Gratitude
Posted at Nov 14, 2012 | | Comments Off on The Power of Gratitude
Dear Readers, With the Thanksgiving holiday right around the corner, I have been reflecting on the blessings, people and opportunities that
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Preferred Vendor Lists: Helpful or Exclusionary?
Posted at Oct 22, 2012 | | Comments Off on Preferred Vendor Lists: Helpful or Exclusionary?
Dear Readers, Many hotels, private clubs and catering halls have what is called a “Preferred Vendor List“. If you are on
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Dear Preston: How Much Did You Charge For That Arrangement?
Posted at Oct 10, 2012 | | Comments Off on Dear Preston: How Much Did You Charge For That Arrangement?
Dear Preston: I am the owner of a floral shop who recently made a bet with my employees. I am also
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Venting: The Clients Are Always Right
Posted at Sep 17, 2012 | | Comments Off on Venting: The Clients Are Always Right
Dear Readers, Today, I am in Kuwait attending a very impressive bridal show. I enjoy learning from the many vendors across
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The Beauty of Making Mistakes
Posted at Aug 09, 2012 | | Comments Off on The Beauty of Making Mistakes
As planners and designers, it’s safe to say that we want to give our best to our clients and peers. It’s
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Inspiration: Taking Care Of You
Posted at Aug 08, 2012 | | Comments Off on Inspiration: Taking Care Of You
Working in an industry as dynamic as the event business, it’s often difficult to slow down. Many planners and designers equate
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Venting: Tipping
Posted at Aug 06, 2012 | | Comments Off on Venting: Tipping
I recently met a client who was expressing her unhappiness over her planner’s decision to add a tip when paying all of the vendors at
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What Makes a Great Florist?
Posted at Jul 12, 2012 | | Comments Off on What Makes a Great Florist?
Ralph Waldo Emerson noted that “the earth laughs in flowers“. Flowers are perfection, often in vibrant and colorful forms. Thirty years
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