Two event professionals who started as friends then created multiple brands together share their insights and wisdom- including embarrassing mistakes that somehow they haven't died from. This podcast is part road map for starting a creative business and part event biz straight talk. Meris started a wedding planning business and stayed on the entrepreneurial path. Andrea went the corporate event path. 10 years later, still comparing notes and learning from each other they realized they have a ...
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What the hell is Bloom House anyway?
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So, what exactly is Bloom House? In today’s episode, we discuss the Bloom House origin story, define Bloom House and the services we offer, and give a sneak peek into what is to come in 2024. In this episode you’ll learn: The Bloom House Origin Story So what is Bloom House? Bloom House Accomplishments So Far How we made “Bloom House” a verb! What i…
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Creating content and workshops that people actually want to go to
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Have you considered hosting a workshop, retreat, or community gathering? Have you just returned back to reality from a fantastic retreat and you are ready to cultivate a similar community of your own? If either of these questions piques your interest, this episode will be perfect for you! In this episode, we discuss: Insights Into Andrea’s Most Rec…
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The Client Experience: expectations and the journey
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Have you ever thought about what it would be like to be your client? This is what we in the wedding and event industry call the client experience. This includes your clients' journey from onboarding to offboarding and everything in between. In this episode, we share about: Onboarding: Best practices for onboarding clients. How to share with clients…
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Creating curated systems that work for you!
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In this episode, we talk to Andrea about creating organic systems based around what you already do naturally. We’ll explore finding your passion by taking stock of what you’re doing when you’re happiest at work . Time Tracking Do you track your time with each project? Start working and track what you’re already doing. Log your hours, observe what y…
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Building and Keeping Trust: how that makes your life easier and your clients journey smooth and enjoyable
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In this episode we talk about consistency in communication, how to sell without being salesy and connecting and building relationships. We’ll also talk about the strategy behind your workflow and how not to overwhelm your clients with tech. On Trust: Honesty and valuing the relationship. We’re choosing each other. Talking about money with your clie…
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Getting to know your hosts: Meris Gantt and Andrea Elaver
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Meris started in theatre and had a roundabout journey through the service industry and into the Wedding Biz. Andrea went from Biology major to circus performer and somehow found her way into the event world finally landing on the corporate event side of the spectrum. In this meandering conversation, we’ll explore how they made it to where they are …
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