Monthly Archives: April 2010

Insider to Insider: Jason Huang, Owner of Table 4 Weddings

It was a cold, grey, and blustery day when Kelly and I kicked off Day 1 of The Simple Plan in Dallas earlier this year.  Then, Jason Huang of Table 4 Weddings walked in and suddenly the room was much brighter!  His smile is contagious, as is his passion for taking his photography business to the next level. Jason’s...

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The Simple Plan Seattle ~ Speakers Announcement

Kelly and I are thrilled to return to Seattle with The Simple Plan!  Seattle is where we met, it is where Kelly is from, and it is my “second” home.  We are both looking forward to reacquainting ourselves with the glorious Seattle coffee culture that we both miss so much living in Texas and Florida....

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Writing a Constitution for Your Business

I have a confession.  I read Costco Connection.  Yes, that little magazine that comes in the mail if you are member of Costco.  When this house gets barren of reading material, I turn to this funny little magazine.  And, I’m always surprised to learn something interesting about business in there.  In February’s issue I learned...

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Prioritize Relationship-Building to Grow Your Business

Since 2004, when I started my invitation business, I’ve seen a lot of changes in media.  Wedding websites have shifted audiences, magazines have closed, blogs have become a leader in setting wedding trends, and social media such as facebook and twitter have exploded.  These things will continue to evolve and change over time. You know...

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Be Confident In Your Pricing

Lately I’ve been talking with a lot of small business in the wedding industry about their pricing strategy.  I’ve heard the gamut of package options, pricing choices, services, and products.  What surprises me most in these conversations is the lack of confidence behind them.  “This package is $5500 (I guess).”  The wedding pro doesn’t actually...

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