By Tracey Manailescu, Co-founder of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada Inc. When couples first review their wedding day timeline, it often looks beautifully simple: But what that timeline doesn’t show is where the real work happens. At WPIC, we believe part of being an exceptional planner and an informed couple is understanding that aRead More
So You Think You Want to Be a Wedding Planner?
by Danielle Andrews, President and Co-founder of The Wedding Planner Institute of Canada Inc. When someone discovers what I do for a living, the reaction is almost always the same: “OMG, you’re a wedding planner? That must be SO fun! Is it like that J. Lo movie?” My answer?“Some of it… but we don’t stealRead More
“My Venue Has a Coordinator, Why Would I Need a Wedding Planner?”
Understanding the Difference & Why They’re the Perfect Team by Danielle Andrews, President and Co-founder, The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada Inc. One of the most common points of confusion for couples is the difference between a Venue Coordinator and a Wedding Planner/Coordinator.On the surface, the titles may sound similar—but their roles, responsibilities, and prioritiesRead More
Crafting Dream Weddings: The Roles and Responsibilities of a Certified Wedding Planner
by Danielle Andrews, Certified Wedding Planner, Owner of The Wedding Planners in Toronto, and President of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada Inc. Planning a wedding is a beautiful journey, one filled with excitement, dreams, and love. However, it’s also a complex and meticulous process that can often be overwhelming for couples. This is whereRead More
The Roles and Responsibilities of a Wedding Planner on the Big Day
by Danielle Andrews, Owner of The Wedding Planners, and President of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada Inc. A wedding is the culmination of many months, sometimes years, of planning and preparation. It’s a day filled with love, joy, and memories that will last a lifetime. As a WPIC-certified wedding planner, I take great prideRead More
Foolproof Ways to Respond When Asked, “Do I Still Need a Planner for my Micro Wedding?”
When clients are exploring the idea of a micro-wedding, it is our duty as professionals to educate them on how essential a wedding planner’s role can be and help bust the myths behind common misconceptions.
Planner Shhmanner…. I Don’t Need One
If you’ve ever said “planner shhmanner… I don’t need one”, please keep reading. If you’ve ever said “I think I want a wedding planner”, keep reading. If you’ve ever said “Morgan did my wedding and I don’t know what I would have done without her-she is so awesome at what she does-and so funny-and smart-and a superhero goddess…” then thank-you, I’ll pay you later.
How to Help Your Bride-to-be De-Stress
When it comes to wedding planning, it’s no surprise that a lot of the stress of making everything perfect will fall on you. You were hired to bring your expertise, creativity, and organization skills to ensure the wedding is a success. Although you may feel stressed yourself, it’s likely that your bride-to-be is also feeling a lot of stress on whether she’s making the right decisions throughout the planning process and there’s so much overwhelming information for her to know. This is why it’s essential to have tactics to help her de-stress and stay positive.
5 Ways to Make a Great First Impression With Potential New Clients
By: Tracey Manailescu, Co-founder and Vice President of WPIC Inc. 5 Ways to Make a Great First Impression With Potential New Clients We all know the saying, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression” by Will Rogers, right? So how can you help ensure the first impression that you are makingRead More
3 Pro Tips for Maintaining Fab Vendor Relations During a Post-Wedding Day Dispute
The longer I work in the wedding industry, the more I learn about how critical relationship management is in order to be successful in business. I work with a whole host of companies throughout the year, and for the most part, all of our weddings go beautifully. That being said, every season there is always a dispute, and this can happen for a number of reasons.
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