It was a busy evening for me. As I am pursuing my dream, I am also working...for free :-(....lol. I have created; promoting and hosting a charity event and a Reunion that means a lot to me; so doing this is an honor.
It's been a big task. Oh, by the way did I mention that it's an elementary school reunion? That was 25yrs ago, so it has been challenging but interesting, searching and finding all of these classmates of old. So tonight after consulting with one of the other administrators of the alumni, I was informed that our idea for having an open charity account will be too expensive. So, we came up with an alternative. We put our heads together and decided that a drop box at the school in the principal's office is the next best idea. Now tomorrow I will spend my time on the phone with the principal and the pastor of the church to try and get all of this done.
Ok people, by now, (before my tips), you should have met with an officiant; set your wedding date; and as we discuss, prepared your budget and booked your hall (including your caterer).
Well then it's time for....TIP #4
Choosing a planner can be just as trying as choosing your wedding gown or your theme.
There are certain DO'S and DON'TS for choosing a WEDDING PLANNER:
Here is a list of some do's:-
1. Do get a recommendation when it comes to choosing a planner.
2. Do ask vendors which wedding planners they have worked with.
3. Do check out bridal shows for a planner.
4. Do acquire about their availability for your wedding date and their cancellation policy.
5. Do acquire if the planner can work with your budget.
Here is a list of some don'ts:-
1. Don't put your dream day into "Aunt Sue's" hands just because she can sew.
2. Don't yell at your planner, they are there to help you.
3. Don't choose a planner that tells you what they are going to do and never ask what you want.
4. Don't sign any contracts without ask questions as to what you are signing and hidden fees.
5. Don't forget to have fun too; this is YOUR WEDDING!
There are certain DO'S and DON'TS for choosing a PARTY PLANNER:
Here is a list of some do's:-
1. Do make sure your party planner is relaxed but professional; informed but fun.
2. Do use referrals to choose a party planner.
3. Do work one on one with your planner to make your agenda clear.
Here is a list of some don't:-
1. Don't recommend cousin Tom cause he can do a mean BBQ.
2. Don't leave all the decisions in the planners hands.
3. Don't wait till the last minute to book a planner.
All in a planner can either break you (financially as well as kill your event) or make you!
And a note to the brides and clients....... if you're paying all that money to a planner, use him/her! Let them do their jobs that you hired them for and don't complain if you take over you're special day and it becomes everyone else nightmare.
So by now it is 11 months ahead of your wedding (events only need a 3-6 months preparation time basic on various factors)....ok ladies, Bridezillas, clients, fellas and meterosexuals...it's time to announce your engagement/event, choose the wedding party/party host, and book a photographer and/ a videographer.....In my next tip, I'll tell you how to accomplish all of this and I'll let you in on some great ideas...see you in my next blog!
...OH almost forgot Valentine's Day is just around the corner fellas....it's the perfect time for a proposal; hope she says yes. And clients, a Valentine dinner/ event is a great way to raise money for your company's charity or cause.
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY TO ALL!!!!
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