The wedding industry is huge in America, racking in over $72 billion in revenue every year. Now is as good of a time as any to get into the wedding planning business. You don't necessarily need to have any prior training or experience; however, you should have these key traits -- patience, stamina, good communication, and excellent organization skills. If this sounds like you, … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Make Your Wedding Planning Business Stand Out
Wedding Business Ideas
How to Start a Wedding Photography Business
The wedding photography business is one of the biggest segments of photography. As a wedding photographer, you have the important job of capturing the moments and memories of what may be the most important day of the life of a couple: their wedding day! Whether the wedding is simple or posh; or held in a church or in a beach, there is a demand for wedding photographers to … [Read more...] about How to Start a Wedding Photography Business
How to Price Your Wedding Photography Business
Pricing your wedding photography business is not an easy task. In fact, even established photographers with years of experience in the business still find themselves tweaking and adjusting their price list. So don’t get disheartened if you don’t get it right the first time. The first step in setting your prices is to determine who your ideal customer is. Once you've … [Read more...] about How to Price Your Wedding Photography Business
How to Market Your Wedding Photography Business
The success of your wedding photography business depends on how well you market your business. In marketing a wedding photography business, the first thing that you need to understand is: “What is it that you are really selling?” As a wedding photographer, you are not just selling photos. You are selling your service. You are selling yourself -- your talent, your artistry, … [Read more...] about How to Market Your Wedding Photography Business
The Business Potential of Same-Sex Marriage
The issue of same-sex marriage is filling every headlines, as states debate the question of the legalization of marriage between gay couples. Massachusetts became the first state to legalize gay marriage in November 2003. To date, 14 states (plus the District of Columbia) have legalized gay marriage, while six other states have allowed civil unions. Given recent … [Read more...] about The Business Potential of Same-Sex Marriage
How to Start a Wedding Planning Business
If you are looking for a fun and exciting field, a wedding planning business could be perfect for you. The wedding industry is a healthy, thriving, prosperous market to enter for anyone who has great people skills (a must!), and who is looking to establish a business of their own. Starting a wedding planning business offers an opportunity to earn an excellent income, as well … [Read more...] about How to Start a Wedding Planning Business
Managing your Wedding Photography Business
QUESTION ON to Managing a Wedding Photography Business I have been a wedding photographer for 10 years. I have been doing it with client check to client check. I find now, more people want to sue my small company because of the lousy follow up. It is not for lack of trying, but lack of capital. My photos speak for themselves. I try very hard to fulfill the contracts. One … [Read more...] about Managing your Wedding Photography Business
How to Inexpensively Market a Wedding Invitation Business
QUESTION ON How to Inexpensively Market a Wedding Invitation Business I need help getting my wedding invitation business going. What ways can I inexpensively advertise my wedding invitation services? Thanks - Carmen ANSWER Advice by Tammy Harrison Dear Carmen, What you need, besides just a few ideas for inexpensive advertising, is a marketing … [Read more...] about How to Inexpensively Market a Wedding Invitation Business