The WedEd

Most event timelines are built backwards. If you’ve ever been to an event where time drags, the yawns are being passed around like pass the parcel and suddenly checking your emails becomes exhilarating.. Then it’s not the event.. It's not the entertainment.. It’s the timing. Because most event planners focus on: 📌 When the caterer says dinner will be ready. 📌 When the venue allows certain activities. 📌 When tradition dictates things “should” happen. But they're forgetting to factor in human behaviour. No one remembers an event because it ran smoothly. They remember it because it made them feel something. This week’s edition of The Event Insider breaks down how to design an event timeline that keeps guests engaged, entertained, and actually excited to stay. 📩 Read it below And if you’re an aspiring wedding or event planner looking to master the real skills that make events unforgettable—The WedEd has everything you need to get you there. 💡 Learn more here: www.theweded.com/courses https://lnkd.in/e-ntugCY

Despite what you think, The wedding industry needs more planners.. But not just any planners. Everyone loves the idea of being a wedding planner. ✨ Beautiful venues. ✨ Stunning floral arrangements. ✨ The magic of creating memories. But here’s the truth: Wedding planning isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s a business. And too many people jump in without the right training, strategy, or confidence to turn it into a profitable career. That’s where The WedEd comes in. We don’t just teach you how to plan weddings —we teach you how to build a thriving wedding planning business. 💡 How to attract the right clients for you. 💡 How to handle contracts to protect yourself legally 💡 How to price your services (so you actually make a profit). Because without the right knowledge, You're not a wedding planner.. You're a hobbyist. Education. Strategy. Execution. Want to know if this career is for you? Understand the basics with our free introduction course 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/e94755EW

One of our students asked us why we train people up to be our competitors.. We thought this was an amazing question. And there are multiple answers we can give to this: 1) If your brand is strong, you don't need to worry about competition 2) We don't believe in competition in this industry. Everyone has their own niche and we have referred other planners work who are a better fit & vice versa. 3) We have started to focus only on big projects, meaning our time is freed up at some points in the year, and we wanted to go on this second adventure. 4) It's what this industry needed. Selflessness. To give away the knowledge people REALLY need. A rising tide lifts all boats. Our nature as planners is to help, and we want to do the same for people who are unhappy in their careers and want a change. So if that's you, Click on the below link to book a discovery call with us to get started on your wedding planning journey today👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/eHpGwvrv

We spent the past 13 months figuring this out ⤵ There is a hell of a lot missing from event education Nobody is teaching you what you really need to know to get started in the wedding / events industry.. - How to price yourself in the CURRENT market - In depth sales strategies that are proven to work - The psychology of branding in your events business - How to actually build rapport with clients STRATEGICALLY We wanted to build a community to make all of this information - Accessible - Applicable - Affordable Why? Because we've both been in a place where we were in jobs we hated, living month to month to pay bills.. and nobody should have to feel like that So we're on a mission to help YOU transform your life with a career you've always wanted to do by actually giving you the tools to get started as soon as you've completed the academy.. Sound good? You can take full look at the complete module breakdown of our entire academy here ⤵ https://lnkd.in/dMdDWGpA We can't wait to welcome you in The WedEd Academy 🤍

We are officially LIVE! Introducing to you ✨ The WedEd Academy! ✨ A 3 phase program designed to take YOU from ZERO to HERO in the wedding industry.. Over the past 13 months, we have worked incredibly hard to provide a resource that teaches you what others aren't.. - how to deal with real crises on the wedding day - what to put in your contract to protect yourself - how to prevent mistakes in business - proven sales strategies that work - pricing yourself strategically - psychology of branding PLUS all of the basic knowledge Designing decor, finding venues, building a vendor list... You name it, we've covered it! 😁 So, if you've ever considered breaking into the wedding industry, we would be thrilled to be your mentors on this exciting journey.. If you're starting from complete scratch - don't fret! We are offering our introductory course for FREE so that you can get up to speed and get started on building your dream career 🙌🏼 For any questions or queries, don't hesitate to reach out to us! We are so excited to see you in The WedEd Academy 🤍 www.theweded.com

Want to secure luxury clients? Then don't do this... Don't neglect your language choice! The language you use has the biggest impact on - the clients you attract - the sales you make - your reputation So here's some examples of words NOT to use 🙅♀️ and what to use instead... “Package” - use “collection” or “experience” instead “Guarantee” - use “promise” or “commitment” instead “Limited” - use “exclusive” instead “Free” - use “complimentary” instead “Cheaper” - use “more affordable” instead “Discount” - use “exclusive offer” instead “Standard” - use “signature” instead “All in” - use “bespoke” or “customised” instead Remember it’s all about perception and presentation 🙌🏼 Want to become a luxury planner? Register your interest in a career in wedding planning below: https://www.theweded.com/ Laura Shepherd Hannah Matthews

They say the best thing for art is a blank canvas... But if the canvas is beautiful by itself, the art becomes phenomenal 🖼️ Which is why during the quiet season, we spend our time scouting the most unique locations for our set ups As a planner it's so important to continually challenge: - yourself - the norms - industry trends Especially if you want to be positioned as an expert, you need to be the FIRST do to things out of the ordinary.. Take a look below at our never-done-before set up in Dubai's ✨ AYA UNIVERSE ✨ We took inspiration from the moving image on the LED screen to create a concoction of weaving colours on the table 🎨 We hope you love it just as much as we loved creating it! Follow our page for more event inspiration, tips and tricks 🙌🏼 Couture Events Worldwide Hannah Matthews Laura Shepherd

Trying to keep on top of your to-do list as a planner 😂... But for real.. One of the BIGGEST skills you need as an event planner is organisation So here's our top tips for staying organised (without the post-its!) 1. Write to-do lists daily that you can check off. We prefer to do this digitally, as we're saving paper 🌱 but also it helps to have this on-the go on our phones 2. Have separate easy-to-access folders on your laptop 👩🏼💻 We have a folder for "Past Events" and "Upcoming Events" 3. Always save new revisions of budgets or invoices as v1,v2, etc. And keep any old budgets in a separate "Old Budgets" folder - don't get them confused! 4. Prioritise your tasks! 📝 5. Try to set time blockers throughout the day ⏰ 6. Make sure you prioritise health and excercise Without this, you'll get burnt out and even more confused! Do you have any tips to add? Drop them in the comments! 👇🏼 Laura Shepherd Hannah Matthews

Everyone's screaming about the Met Gala! So we've taken inspo from this year's looks to build ✨ A Bride Guide ✨ There are so many different types of brides you will encounter as a wedding planner... The key to success is your ability to adapt it is NOT a one size fits all approach 🙅♀️a Which Bride (or Groom!) do you resonate with the most? Take a look through and let us know in the comments 👇🏼😆 #metgala Hannah Matthews Laura Shepherd

The biggest reason people give for not changing careers: "I'm scared that it won't work out" 😥 Now let's take airline pilots as an example: If pilots let fear or panic override decisions the situations could end up being catastrophic Well YOU are the pilot of your own life.. 🛩️ And sometimes, it takes a split decision a whole load of uncertainty and a tonne of fear to get to your end destination.. The decision you make today could change your tomorrow Something for you to think about on a Monday Morning 💭 Hannah Matthews Laura Shepherd Danielle D’Costa