You didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/application [https://weddingproceo.com/application?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=description&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=wpceo-program-application]

👉 Wedding pros—you’re crazy talented, but let’s be real: talent alone isn’t getting you to six figures. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategy I’d use in 2025 if I had to start from scratch—no brand, no leads—to build a $100K business that’s profitable and sustainable.

This is for planners, DJs, photographers, florists, caterers (you name it!) who are tired of running in circles and ready to lead like a CEO. Let’s build a business that works!

The (FREE!)ASSUME Sales Training: 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/how-to-build-100k-wedding-business/

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

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290. How to Build a $100K Wedding Business This Year

You didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/application

Wedding Pro, If you’re feeling stretched thin between client work, family life, and trying to grow your business, this episode is for you. 

I’m sharing my real weekly schedule, how I protect my CEO time, and how you can build a business that works for your life, not the other way around.

The (FREE!)ASSUME Sales Training: 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/inside-my-7-figure-calendar-daily-breakdown/

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

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289. Inside My 7-Figure Calendar (Daily Breakdown)

You didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/application [https://weddingproceo.com/application?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=description&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=wpceo-program-application]

If you’ve ever had a fully booked calendar but still felt broke at the end of the month, this episode is for you. 

I’m breaking down the difference between sales (booked contracts) and revenue (cash in the bank), and why tracking both is the key to building a profitable wedding business that actually pays you consistently. 

Don’t let feast-or-famine cycles control your finances—learn how to forecast like a real CEO.

The (FREE!)ASSUME Sales Training: 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/why-you-feel-broke-even-if-youre-fully-booked/

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

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Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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288. Why You Feel Broke—Even If You're Fully Booked

You didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/application

Wedding Pro, If you’re feeling stretched thin between client work, family life, and trying to grow your business, this episode is for you. 

I’m sharing my real weekly schedule, how I protect my CEO time, and how you can build a business that works for your life, not the other way around.

The (FREE!)ASSUME Sales Training: 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://www.weddingproceo.com/289

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

SUPPORT THE PODCAST! LEAVE A REVIEW HERE: https://ratethispodcast.com/swd

Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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FREE TRAINING for Wedding Business Owners [https://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg]

Take the Wedding Pro CEO's free GAP assessment [https://weddingproceo.com/application]

Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/brandeegaar]

The (FREE!)ASSUME Sales Training: 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

The 2025 Knot Vendor Report just dropped, and lemme tell you—it’s got a lot of data. But before you go making big changes to your business, let’s break down what’s actually useful (and what’s just noise). 

In this episode, I’m sharing my real-time reaction and the biggest takeaways you need to know to scale your wedding biz in 2025.

Here is the Knot's Vendor Report: https://shorturl.at/fSSlA 

👉 Want more tips on booking dream clients?

Listen to Episode 276 of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast where I talk about why you’re not getting 3–5 leads a day—and how to fix it, fast! Episode 276: https://weddingproceo.com/why-youre-not-getting-daily-inquiries/

Let’s keep growing your business, CEO. You’ve got this. 💪

You didn’t start your business to stay stuck. If you're ready to finally hit 6 or 7 figures WITHOUT burning out — book a call with our team → https://weddingproceo.com/application  [https://weddingproceo.com/application?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=description&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=wpceo-program-application]

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/2025-knot-vendor-report-reaction/

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

SUPPORT THE PODCAST! LEAVE A REVIEW HERE: https://ratethispodcast.com/swd

Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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287. Reaction: What's REALLY going on in the Wedding Industry in 2025

Gen Z is already in your sales funnel—even if you haven’t noticed yet—and their buying habits are nothing like what worked with Millennials. 

In this spicy episode, I’m breaking down why ignoring this generation could be costing you thousands and how to adjust your sales strategy to keep up with who’s actually booking weddings in 2025.

Here is the thread I am reacting to: https://www.threads.net/@brandeegaar/post/DHqyTYmq8yd?xmt=AQGzPEyF4eMDTSQ-PR4OHQZHlAaWsEkj5bv1YGPLW2K3QA

This is the article I cited https://ecocart.io/gen-z-spending-habits/

Start running your wedding business like a legit business. Head over to https://weddingproceo.com/application and apply to work with us.

Buying Habits of Gen Z Couples in 2025 https://weddingproceo.com/how-to-reach-gen-z-couples-2025/

The Assume Sales Training. 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/no-one-cares-about-gen-z/

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

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Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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Take the Wedding Pro CEO's free GAP assessment [https://weddingproceo.com/application]

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286. No One Cares About Gen Z

Start running your wedding business like a legit business. Head over to https://weddingproceo.com/application and apply to work with us.

Think the wedding industry is slowing down? It’s actually about to explode… but only if you know how to pivot.

Let’s talk about why leads feel low, what Gen Z couples really want, and how to scale your wedding biz in 2025 without burning out.

This is the thread I'm referring to: https://tinyurl.com/2trctc5e

This is the article I referenced https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/us-wedding-services-market-report

How to Reach Gen Z Couples in 2025 https://weddingproceo.com/how-to-reach-gen-z-couples-2025/

2025 Wedding Industry Trends https://weddingproceo.com/2025-wedding-industry-trends/

The Assume Sales Training. 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/is-wedding-industry-failing-2025/

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JOIN THE 1%

We’ll help you scale to your first 6- or 7- figure year. 

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

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285. Is the Wedding Industry Declining?

Start running your wedding business like a legit business. Head over to https://weddingproceo.com/application and apply to work with us, apply to be part of our team.

Q1 is officially behind us, and if you're running a real wedding business (not a hobby), it's time to assess the numbers that actually matter. 

In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 key metrics every wedding pro needs to review right now—so you can re-forecast, realign, and make 2025 your most profitable year yet. 

No fluff—just strategy to help you ditch the overwhelm and run your business like a true CEO.

The Assume Sales Training. 2x your wedding bookings in 30 days—step by step. Thousands of wedding pros have already used it to land more clients immediately! http://weddingproceo.com/freetrainingorg

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/3-numbers-that-will-make-or-break-your-wedding-business-2025/

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JOIN THE 1%

We’ll help you scale to your first 6- or 7- figure year. 

https://www.weddingproceo.com/application

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

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Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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Take the Wedding Pro CEO's free GAP assessment [https://weddingproceo.com/application]

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284. The 3 Numbers That Will Make or Break Your Wedding Business This Year

Wedding pros, are you drowning in client work, hustling nonstop, and still not making enough? It’s time to shift from overworked to CEO. 

In this episode, we’re diving into the three key strategies to scale your business without burning out: systematizing and hiring, pricing for profitability, and focusing on what actually moves the needle.

CEO, scaling doesn’t have to mean burnout. It means building smart—so you can work less, make more, and actually enjoy your business.

I can’t wait to see you step into your role as CEO. Let’s do this! 

Book your free assessment now:

weddingproceo.com/application [http://weddingproceo.com/application]

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/scale-wedding-business-without-burning-out/

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JOIN THE 1%

We’ll help you scale to your first 6- or 7- figure year. 

https://www.weddingproceo.com/application

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

SUPPORT THE PODCAST! LEAVE A REVIEW HERE: https://ratethispodcast.com/swd

Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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283. How to Scale Your Wedding Business Without Burning Out

Wedding planners—are you cutting event management from your services? BIG mistake. 

If you’ve hit that “fully booked” stage and think the only way to scale is by eliminating event management, I need you to STOP. Cutting it means losing cash flow, vendor referrals, and a built-in training ground for your team. 

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it yourself. In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to keep event management as a strategic part of your business—so you can scale faster, build a stronger reputation, and create predictable income WITHOUT adding more to your plate.

Let’s make your business a money-printing machine. Apply to work with us inside Wedding Pro CEO at weddingproceo.com/application [http://weddingproceo.com/application], and let’s build your dream team!

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES BLOG & MORE:

https://weddingproceo.com/wedding-planning-business-mistake/

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Transform From Overwhelmed Business Owner to Confident CEO:

https://weddingproceo.com/application [https://www.weddingproceo.com/application]

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. If you find these strategies helpful, make sure to share this episode with your fellow wedding pros. And remember, in the world of weddings, it's all about building genuine relationships and showcasing your best work. Until next time, keep shining, CEOs!

SUPPORT THE PODCAST! LEAVE A REVIEW HERE: https://ratethispodcast.com/swd

Have a question you’d like Brandee to answer? Ask here: http://bit.ly/3ZoqPmz

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Secure Your Spot at the Wedding Pro CEO Summit 2025 in Denver Colorado! [https://weddingproceo.com/summit] 

Take the Wedding Pro CEO's free GAP assessment [https://weddingproceo.com/application]

Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/brandeegaar]

282. The #1 Mistake That's KILLING Your Wedding Planning Business

Have you ever wished you could have a mentor with over a decade of business experience give you her tried and true secrets to success?That’s exactly what you’ll get when you listen to The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast with your host, Brandee Gaar. This workshop style podcast is packed with actionable step by step strategies that are helping wedding industry entrepreneurs ditch the overwhelm and build the profitable business they’ve always dreamed of! Brandee has successfully built 2 multi-six figure businesses in the wedding industry and over the last 15 years has learned (often the hard way!) how to create both profitability AND time freedom. In an industry that wears burned out and overwhelmed as a badge of honor, Brandee has pioneered a different path and is now helping hundreds of wedding pros to redefine success and start leading their business like a CEO. In addition to sharing her best kept secrets, Brandee talks with other industry icons who are spilling the tea on your most burning questions. How do I price my services? When am I ready for a team? How do I know if I’m actually making money? What is a customer funnel and how do I create one? Is it possible to work less than 80 hours a week? What are the best ways to market my business? And the biggest one of all…when can I actually pay myself? Each episode of The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast brings you actionable advice and answers your questions on mindset, sales, marketing and visibility, financials and profit, team and leadership and systems and automation. If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm and build the profitable business you’ve always dreamed of, this is the podcast for you!

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