In this episode, Jamie and Heather discuss: How Jamie was able to do an awesome budget wedding and what can be learned from her experience Regaining momentum after getting burnt out in wedding planning What you can do to stick to your budget without compromising the aesthetic of your design. What wedding guests really care about and what they don’t Key Takeaways: Find something that’s owned by the local city or the state when looking for a venue, it’s bound to be astronomically cheaper than other locations. Know your priorities to know where you should spend your time (doing DIY) and where you should spend your money. Guests don’t really care much about the color of your designs, they won’t remember it or pay too much attention to it. Consider the guests’ basic needs. They care about stuff like food or alcohol and making sure the whole event is not being drawn out. Don’t spend all your money on your wedding. Your wedding is one of the most meaningful events of your life, but at the end of the day, you still have to go home and pay bills. "You either spend the time or you spend the money - either way, it’s gonna take away a portion of your sanity if you spend too much of either one" — Jamie Wolfer
Two other episodes you might want to check out:
Creating An Incredible Client Experience with Lynne Reznick
How to handle BAD Vendors & Make Your Wedding Clients The HEROS of The Day with Vanessa Joy
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