Weddings Unveiled: Professional Tips And Secrets On Wedding Planning And Event Design

In this episode, Angela and Liz discuss: *How Liz built her business from a Twitter account.  *The power and importance of becoming a “thought leader” for your business.  *How Liz used her own events to drive new revenue and build her influence.    Key takeaways: *Building a genuine audience on social media gives you a platform you can monetize. *Authenticity is key - you have to know who you are before you can share it with others.  *Having a strong brand and defined niche gives you new opportunities to monetize your expertise.    Take your business from something that exists to something that works for you. - Liz King Caruso   Website Facebook Instagram Youtube LinkedIn Twitter Email   If you’re ready to be respected for your expertise and want to watch your business multiply, check out Liz’s Ignite consulting program at lizkingevents.com/ignite!   Subscribe to Business Unveiled:

In this episode, Angela and Keith discuss: *The benefits of chat bots and live chat *Split testing to market more successfully to your audience *Working on your business vs. working in your business   Key Takeaways: *Pay attention to the world and adapt your business to it *Efficient and quality client connection *How to keep everyone on the same page as your business grows   “It takes work and communication to get it right.” - Keith Phillips   Connect with Guest: Facebook Website Email LinkedIn

Being a Fearless Business Owner with Kathryn Porritt   In this episode, Angela and Kathryn discuss: *The importance of connecting with a consultant for your business *What is a sales funnel? *Defining your target market   Key Takeaways: *Marketing should make your business more simple not more complex *Know who you are selling to and be confident in what you are marketing *Bring someone in to detect the blindspots in your business   “Business really should be simple” - Kathryn Porritt   Connect with Guest: Facebook Website Email   Check out Business Bravery at https://businessbravery.com/angelaproffitt

In this episode, Angela and Jacob discuss: *At what point to define yourself as a creative *The evolution and growth of business *Pushing yourself out of the norm so your creativity can thrive   Key Takeaways: *Think outside of the box and find your uniqueness *Get comfortable being uncomfortable *If you’re going to do something, do it in a unique, passionate way and to help people   “Do your best every single time” - Jacob Towe   Connect with Guest: Website Email  Facebook Website Email   Youtube Instagram

In this episode, Angela and  Kelly discuss: *Why different is better than better *How knowing your ONLY-NESS will convert more sales *What specifically makes your “brand” relevant   Key takeaways: *Learn how to uncover the things that make you remarkable *How you can influence others’ perception of you and your biz *The power of 3: Image + Voice + Promise   “Be a chess player in a world of checkers.” - Kelly Lucente   Re-Tool Marketing Website  Brand by Kelly Website Facebook Instagram Youtube LinkedIn Pinterest Twitter

In this episode, Angela and Judith discuss: *Why jewelry? *The meaning behind specific gemstones *The different kinds and tiers of jewelry *Ecommerce challenges   Key Takeaways: *Have a guided business plan *The importance of a strong support network *Keep faith to overcome challenges, you WILL overcome *Be inclusive and kind in all areas and especially your business   “It’s magical when work meets passion” - Judith Bright   Connect with Guest: Instagram Facebook Website Email

In this episode, Angela and Adam, Canaan and Austin discuss: *Capturing a story through photography *Building a team with different strengths and roles *Connecting with your clients *Being intentional with work and home life   Key Takeaways: *The importance of defining best practices for your business *Overcoming unforeseen business challenges *Setting boundaries to ensure quality within your business *Being authentic through sharing behind the scenes   “We want to thrive, not just survive. In every aspect.“ — Details Nashville   Connect with Guest: Twitter Facebook Website Email

In this episode, Angela and Corrine discuss: *Taking a leap to tackle the seemingly impossible *Working with Software Developers-- today’s rockstars *Customer Service- the good, the bad and the ugly *Staying true to your mission and your promises   Key Takeaways: *Be Profitable, never run out of cash *Believe in yourself first, or no one else will *Surround yourself with positive mentors, influencers and other dreamers *Personal touches-- and making a good first impression   "If I can offer any advice to other aspiring entrepreneurs it would be this: Never give up. When your dreams may seem audacious or impossible, and no one believes in them, remember you are enough. You can do it. Dream bigger." — Corrine Heck   Connect with Guest: Facebook Website Email Youtube   Use the promo code “proffitt” to get 25% off your first month or first year now through May 31, 2019.

In this episode, Angela Channing Moreland & McKensie Stokel discuss: *The importance of a strong support team when starting a business *Different forms of marketing and how they affect your ROI *Vetting your vendors/bands before you suggest them to your clients *Being patient in the world of NOW   Key Takeaways: *When cofounding a business be sure to establish roles *When choosing an artist, live video is a huge component in decision making *Be open to change, industries are constantly evolving *Define clear goals for you and your business   “We strive to become the answer, not just an option.” - Channing Moreland & McKensie Stokel   Connect with Guest: Twitter Facebook Website   Email Show Youtube LinkedIn

In this episode, Angela and Annette Naif discuss: *The importance of investing in a business coach, even if you think you don’t need one *Strategy, strategy, strategy *Knowing the laws for businesses in your area/state *Ever changing challenges, that make you stronger   Key Takeaways: *Be intentional in your marketing for your business *Batch your content and block your calendar *Be intentional with your strategies *Recognize who the right clients are from the beginning   “Be honest and know when to say no” - Annette Naif   Connect with Guest: Twitter Facebook Website Email LinkedIn Annette LinkedIn Naif Productions

In this episode, Angela and Gemaal Pratts discuss: *The cocktail culture in Nashville *Behind the bar: Bar Establishments vs. Weddings & Events *Thinking outside of the box and being creative *New innovative cocktail ideas   Key Takeaways: *The importance of small tastings and being selective with who you bring with you *Creating a connection with your clients *The importance of social media *Consistent service makes happy clients   “If you dream it you can drink it” - Gemaal Pratts   Connect with Guest: Instagram Apertif Facebook Instagram The Vieux Carre Website  Email

In this episode, Angela and Robert Young discuss: *What “Covert” really means *Building a good reputation *The importance of follow through to get proven results *Defining the opioid crisis   Key Takeaways: *Know when to “fold em” and come back to a project another time *Be aware of the crime in your area and what precautions to take *How to be clear and concise to get your message across to your audience *Highlights of the book Gray: Rise & Fall of 1422   “We get proven results.” - Robert Young   Connect with Guest:   Email Instagram Twitter Facebook

We are so excited to have Literary Advisor, Marquie Young on this episode of Business Unveiled, where she shares her thoughts and analysis on the book Empowering Yourself. Keep reading for an overview of this episode! *The People Game: It’s all about people; the people you know, the way others perceive you, how you learn to use the people around you to your advantage *Reading the Environment: Know what is expected *PIE: Performance-The Entry Ticket-10% - Doing well is important, but working hard will only get you so far *Image: 40% - Think the first 20 seconds of an interview, how you look, what the interviewer sees as you walk in... matters *Exposure: 50% - Who knows you are there, are those people influential? Make sure you are seen, but since Performance and Image matter; make sure you are doing a good job and that you look the part (or that others think you look the part) *The Game Board: - Whoever is at the top makes the rules - We live in a class system, 7 classes: 7-old money (think kennedys, rockafell

Humanizing Social Media with Aja Price   In this episode, Angela and Aja Price discuss: *Brand Story *Compelling Copy *Social Media Management Resources *Social Media Strategy   Key Takeaways: *Your brand is the solution, the hero to the character who has a problem and a need *Hook, CTA, Meat & Potatoes (Story), CTA, Tagline *PLANN, Zapier, Panable, Viral Loops *Hypothesis, Control, Variables, Test, Home   “As always be Notably, you!” - Aja Price   Connect with Guest:   Twitter Facebook Website Email Youtube LinkedIn

Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of Business Unveiled, expert tips and secrets from top creative industry professionals. Where we take you behind the scenes of our past experiences in the creative industry and share with you what we have learned from them and how they have made us stronger. This podcast will help you grow a productive and profitable business to launch you into success within the creative industry.

In this episode, Angela and Michael Martin discuss: *Michael’s journey cooking all over the globe *The meanings of different kinds of foods (ie. local, organic) *Establishing relationships with great local vendors *The importance of tastings   Key Takeaways: *Know what is best for each season to give your clients the best recommendations *Where you source your food and how you present it is everything *Keep your social media current and up to date *Take opportunities as they come you never know where they will take you   “We’re different, the food is different, people react differently.” - Michael Martin   Connect with Guest: Twitter:  https://twitter.com/SouthForkTN Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/southforkcateringco/ Website:   www.southforktn.com Email:   michael@southforktn.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southforktn/        

In this episode, Angela and Chris Carmichael discuss: *Vlog easy a game changing video editing app *Learning from the ups and downs and overcoming it *Creating content with a purpose *Taking the leap to creating your own success   Key Takeaways: *Finding the best avenues to save time *It’s all about consistency *Ways to save time for creators *Time saving tips   “You have to have the sad times to understand what happiness is.” - Chris Carmichael   Connect with Guest: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christophercarmichael Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriscarm/   Spread your story with Vlog Easy today!!!! Click here NOW to download for free!!  Send me your videos, I would love to see them!!

In this episode, Angela and Lisa Keyser discuss: *Starting roots in the medical industry *Dermaplaning, what is it, and how to do it safely *Different kinds of skincare that are appropriate for events and everyday *Being well educated on what is safe and healthy for your specific skin   Key Takeaways: *Always do a trial run before a wedding or event to know how your skin will respond *Be cautious of the products in different countries *Always test products before you use them before an event *Your skin care regimen should continue and be consistent after your event to keep your skin healthy   “It is a lot more than lacing up your shoes and going to run a marathon, it is the same with your skin, you have to look at the whole picture” - Lisa Keyser   Connect with Guest:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisa_keyser/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_LisaKeyser Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeyserAesthetics/ Website: keyseraesthetics.com Email: lisa@lkeyser.com   This episode is sponsored by Care/of Vitami

In this episode, Angela and Jim McCarthy discuss: *How to be assertive, close and decide what’s next *Marinating your mind and being around good people *The value of having a strategy *Defining the purpose of an intro and outro   Key Takeaways: *You have to get comfortable with being uncomfortable *It is key to surround yourself with people who are not like you to help you learn *Building your business to its greatest potential *Finding your best fit in the world of business   “A lobster only grows when it outgrows it’s shell, in order to do that it has to become uncomfortable” - Jim McCarthy   Connect with Guest: Twitter:  https://twitter.com/jimmccarthyvos Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jimmccarthyvos Website:  https://www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com/ Podcast: https://feeds.blubrry.com/feeds/jmvoweeklyprimer.xml Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JimMcCarthyVoiceOvers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmccarthyvoiceovers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmccarthyvos/

In this episode, Angela and Shane discuss: *The 3 areas you need to look at and the plan to prioritize and get opportunities flowing *Consumer view *Competitor view *Business view *Agility   Key Takeaways: *Learn how to uncover missed opportunities *Find weaknesses in your market *Reduce cost and earn more profit *And get the right stuff done