Wedding Business Solutions Alan Berg, CSP, Global Speaking Fellow

Are you feeling the Covid hangover?Have the last few years in the wedding industry felt like a wild ride? Are you questioning what's normal in today’s market? In this episode, I discuss what I call the COVID hangover, addressing the ups and downs we've faced and how to navigate this "next normal." Are your sales skills up to the task? Are your marketing strategies attracting the right inquiries? I’ll give you insights on how to tackle these challenges and adapt to the current environment.List...

David Osborne - Scaling laterally!Do you struggle with meeting the demands of both high-end and budget-conscious clients in the wedding industry? Have you faced the challenge of managing multiple brands without cannibalizing sales? David Osborne and I dive deep into strategies for expanding your service offerings while maintaining distinct brand identities. We explore the importance of tailoring your sales pitch and marketing efforts to different clientele and highlight effective methods for ...

When you're healthy, you have 100 problems!Have you ever thought about how your health impacts your ability to run your wedding business? Do you prioritize your well-being so you can tackle those everyday challenges? In this episode, I delve into the importance of taking care of yourself first, so you can better handle the myriad of problems that come your way. Drawing from personal experiences and paying tribute to a dear friend, I explore why maintaining your health is key to both personal ...

Are you mirroring their buying style?Are you mirroring your client's buying style? How can understanding their decision-making process improve your sales approach? Explore how recognizing and mirroring a client's buying style can accelerate your sales success. Discover my practical tips to adapt your strategy, whether you're dealing with thorough researchers or impulse buyers.Listen to this new 6-minute episode for my actionable insights on matching your sales approach to each client's unique...

Brian Lawrence - What to do if you're new (and if you're not)How effective is your website at guiding visitors to make an appointment? Are your booking options and pricing strategically placed for conversion? In this episode, we explore how to structure your event pages to not only inform but also lead visitors to take action. We discuss the importance of showcasing the unique "why" behind your brand and how to target specific niches to stand out in the wedding industry.Listen to this new epi...

Should you present one package or multiple in a proposal?Ever wondered whether it's better to present one package or multiple options in a proposal? How can offering multiple options affect a client's decision-making process? What if a single package was all it took to streamline negotiations? Dive into these questions and explore strategies that might just redefine your approach to proposals. Learn why less is more when offering packages and how creative naming can set your services ap...