Jen O'Sullivan and THE MARKETING INSOMNIAC

One of my all time favorite wedding photographers and mentor Jen O'Sullivan is offering this workshop!

THE MARKETING INSOMNIAC: MARKETING FOR THE NEW ECONOMY

At this one day Boot Camp Workshop you will learn from Jen O'Sullivan everything you need to know about gaining a better understanding of the current economy and how to market your services in the best way. You will learn how to position yourself to make more money and how to make your brand stand out in a crowd of many. Gain more clients, more money, and a more rewarding life!

Sunday, March 13th • 8:00am - 6:00pm in Beverly Hills.

Only $199 for a full day 10 hour workshop.

The workshop is covering things such as Organic SEO, Social Marketing, Traditional Marketing that Works, How to Position Yourself as the Go To Person, with tons more.

Contact Jen at jen@jenosullivan.com  to register.

A Regal Affair: Vendor Tipping

Tipping is one of the wedding planning details that tend to get neglected. As a wedding planner I don't usually receive a monetary tip but it is a wonderful and reassuring feeling when you know youre clients are pleased with your service. Here is a general list of vendors and my advice on tipping, however these amounts are not set in stone. Plan according to your budget and the type of service you receive from each. If you are on a tight budget a thank you card and or a very small gift is always appreciated.

Caterer: most add in 18-20% and it is up to you if you want to give a tip above that.

Bartenders - 15% to 20% of the liquor bill.

Hair and Makeup: 15% of the bill

Limo driver: 15-20% of the bill but not more than $150

Music: $30 per band member or 10% of the bill for DJs

Cake: Generally not expected but 10% is welcomed.

Officiant: considered inappropriate however a donatetion of $50 – $200 is welcomed.

Flowers: Generally not tipped but if they do a really great job, 5-10% is welcomed.

Photographers: Normally not tipped, however it is welcomed. You can add $100-300

Wedding Planners: gratuity is not usually required, although, for something better than usual to exceptional a 10-20% tip is not unheard of.)

Michelle & David

Michelle and David are good good friends of mine and it was so much fun to help plan their wedding all within two months.  A lot of coordinators actually enjoy being a guest at weddings, being able to take a break and sit back and enjoy.  But I would always prefer to help when its a good friend.  Michelle is so special to me and it was such an honor to be  a part of the planning process. One of the first things that we all agree on was to have Mary Jane  to capture the special day. Mary Jane you always blow me away!

David is so neatly woven for Michelle and Michelle is just crazy about David. I've known Michelle since freshman year of high school and I've never seen her so happy and in love.I can not imagine Michelle with anyone else, and have become so fond of David even-though as a result of their marriage my best friend has moved to Spain. When you meet them you just know that they were meant for one another.  Their love is true, patient and kind. 

David and Michelle, I cannot tell you how much I thank you for including me in the planning process!  I love you both so so much.  Michelle, my best friend; I miss you and can not wait till we reunite!