Have you ever attended a conference that left you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, without any actionable takeaways? Maybe you've been told to just soak up the information and hope for the best, only to end up feeling lost and unsure of what to do next. The frustration of putting in time and effort without seeing tangible results can be discouraging. But what if I told you there's a better way to approach conferences like Wedding MBA, one that leaves you feeling empowered and equipped with practical strategies to elevate your business? Let's dive into the insights and strategies that will help you maximize your conference experience and turn inspiration into impactful action. Get ready to unlock the full potential of your conference attendance and take your wedding business to the next level.

This Week's Guest is Brenda Cadman

Brenda Cadman is a Canva Verified Expert from Prince Edward Island, Canada, who has taught thousands of small business owners through her courses. In particular, she loves to help business owners tame their hot mess Canva accounts by creating an organizational system that ensures they can spend less time in Canva and more time doing what they love.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Explore Exclusive Insights from the Wedding MBA Conference.

• Unlock the Benefits of Attending Wedding MBA.

• Master Organizing Canva Content with Proven Strategies.

• Elevate Your Skills with Essential Tips for Wedding Industry Professionals.

• Harness the Power of Networking at Conferences for Maximum Impact.

Benefits of Attending Wedding MBA
The discussion between Renee and Brenda showcases the benefits of attending the Wedding MBA conference, such as gaining actionable insights, networking opportunities, and personal development. They stress the value of intentional networking, setting goals, and implementing key takeaways to see real growth in one's business after the event.

• To access the masterclass replay and learn Canva organization tips and tutorials, visit reneedalo.com/canva.

• Also check out Brenda's website, which offers a wide variety of Canva topics with short, actionable tutorials for immediate implementation.

• Follow Brenda on IG here

Until next week, friends!

Keeping Perspective: My Journey to Understanding My ADHD Brain

Heard the myths about managing ADHD as an entrepreneur? Well, let's debunk them! Myth 1: ADHD diagnosis changes your entire personality. Myth 2: ADHD defines your entire identity. Myth 3: ADHD means you have to be quirky all the time. Ready to uncover the truth?

My special guest is Liene Stevens

Liene Stevens is an author, behavioral psychologist, and the founder and CEO of Think Splendid, a boutique consulting firm that solves the complex challenges that industry leaders, luxury brands, and tourism destinations encounter in the $1.3 trillion global wedding market.

Working with clients in 97 countries and across every stage of the supply chain, Liene has developed plans for floral farms and wholesale distributors, fixed underperforming wedding operations for world-class resorts, increased visitor lifetime value for tourism destinations, and taken luxury wedding professionals from in-the-red to in-the-black.

In addition, Liene's research on consumer behavior has been taught in the MBA curriculum at 41 universities, including Cornell, Notre Dame, the University of Capetown, and Bangkok University -- as well as cited in more than 30 scientific and academic journals, including the Journal of Festival Management & Event Tourism and the African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism, and Leisure.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Understand the journey of ADHD diagnosis in adult life and how to navigate its challenges.
• Discover effective strategies for managing ADHD symptoms and improving daily life.
• Explore the impact of ADHD on entrepreneurship and learn how to leverage strengths in business.
• Learn how to manage emotional dysregulation commonly associated with ADHD for better mental well-being.
• Uncover personal development strategies tailored to individuals with ADHD for self-improvement and growth.

Grab your coffee or your tea, and let's talk...about our brains!

Personalized Moments: Creating Unique Event Activations

Hey, did you know that event activation experiences can lead to some pretty wild and unexpected guest interactions? From outrageous requests to surprising celebrity encounters, event producers and planners are in for a wild ride! Find out how these unique and personalized interactions can enhance guest engagement and create memorable event experiences. Stay tuned to uncover the behind-the-scenes stories of event activation experiences. You won't want to miss this!

My special guests are Alex Hirsch & Cat Brown

Alex Hirsch of Signs of Our Lives and Cat Brown of Cat Lauren Calligraphy are two event calligraphers bringing a fresh perspective to guest favors and client gifting.

After starting in the wedding industry, they expanded their services to provide live calligraphy at corporate events and activations for brands like Prada, Makers Mark, LA Magazine, Netflix, and more.

Now they’re back in the wedding industry with their decade of combined experience in providing personalized, Insta-worthy guest experiences.

Alex and Cat specialize in customizing favors on-site using their artistry to hand engrave, hot foil or paint while entertaining and engaging guests.

They also host the Keeping Up with the Calligraphers podcast, where they share their knowledge and insights to educate event artists and industry professionals with the overall goal of elevating the guest experience.

In this episode, you will have fresh insight into:

• Create unforgettable event experiences with interactive activations that captivate your guests and leave a lasting impression.
• Elevate your events with personalized favors and engaging experiences tailored to each guest, making them feel truly special.
• Implement brand activation strategies that resonate with your audience and leave a lasting impact on their perception of your brand.
• Foster creativity and connection among your guests with innovative ideas for interactive experiences that will set your event apart.
• Master the art of planning and executing live event activations, ensuring seamless logistics and a memorable guest experience.

Go grab your coffee or your tea, and let's get creative!

What Renee’s Obsessed With This Week
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