How do you transition from DJing in New York City to becoming a luxury event music specialist in Atlanta? Tune in as DJ Mark Battle, owner of One Sound and Entertainment, takes us through his incredible journey, sharing the secrets behind his success. From the power of word-of-mouth marketing to the significance of customer relationships, Mark reveals how he built a thriving business without relying on traditional paid advertising. His annual Friends and Family Forever event is a testament to the relationships he has cultivated over the years, turning past clients into lifelong advocates.

Mark's insights on resilience, adaptability, and maintaining minimal expenses during tough times offer valuable lessons in business and personal growth. Hear about his journey of upgrading equipment, setting goals, and cherishing family traditions, all while balancing the demands of a successful career. This episode wraps up with Mark's powerful advice on achieving goals and self-care strategies, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to blend business success with personal fulfillment.

ABOUT MARK:
With One Sound and Entertainment, DJ Mark Battle’s intense and exciting performance style has been enjoyed throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa. Essence, Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, and Munaluchi Brides Magazine just to name a few have also praised his work. Additionally he continues to hold the crown for “Best of Atlanta” for 5 years consecutively from Modern Luxury Jezebel Magazine. This music enthusiast matches his zeal with a polished professionalism that makes him a favored DJ for all kinds of events today. DJ Mark Battle’s versatile artistic flare and overwhelming love for music guarantees a memorable celebration! He is of course………..The Luxury Event Music Specialist!

CONNECT WITH MARK:
📸@onesoundandent
🌐https://onesoundandent.com/
🏠@oneplaceatl

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MEET MARIA:
Maria Bayer, the OG of sales and mindset in the wedding industry, has been guiding professionals to success for over a decade. As the creator of Irresistible Selling, she pioneered integrating sales strategy and mindset coaching. Her clients join a legacy that elevates their business and opens doors to unparalleled opportunities. Maria has built a strong community where connection and success go hand in hand, helping clients achieve dramatic sales growth and command premium fees. Drawing on her experience with major companies like Target and Best Buy, Maria provides actionable strategies that give her clients a competitive edge. As a national speaker and author, and through her Facebook Mastermind community "Learn Collaborate Flourish," she continues to enrich the wedding industry, fostering a space for professionals to expand their potential and achieve remarkable success.

IN THE CONVO:
In this episode, we explore how shifting your mindset can revolutionize your sales approach with insights from Maria Bayer, a renowned sales and mindset expert in the wedding industry. Maria shares her journey from finance to sales powerhouse, highlighting the importance of leveraging existing skills and mentorship. We redefine sales by emphasizing genuine conversations and understanding client needs, drawing parallels between sales and everyday scenarios. Maria discusses effective sales strategies and the critical role of mindset, especially with high-end clients, and the synergy between marketing and sales. This episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration for wedding professionals at any career stage.

CONNECT WITH MARIA:
📸@mariabayer1
🎁 Discover Your Celebrity Persona for Booking High-End Wedding Clients! https://members.mariabayer.com/quiz/

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MEET JENNY:
Jenny Roth is a sales copywriter for female-founded companies.

She believes good copy does more than make sales – it also leaves your clients feeling excited to work with you! Her copy continues to be the backbone of several multi-figure+ launches each quarter.

When she isn’t writing or mapping out launch strategies, Jenny spends time biking, camping, and being outdoors with her husband and three daughters.

IN THE CONVO:

• Jenny's formula to keep the client as a priority in your messaging
• The importance of an email campaign and how you can repurpose that copy into online content
• What "launching" is and how can you use it to boost your leads
• Jenny's go-to tips for email writing during the launch phase

CONNECT WITH JENNY:
📸@jennyrothcopywriting
🌐www.jennyrothcopywriting.com
🎁Free sales page template & masterclass: https://hidden-bread-949.myflodesk.com/k7de3jpf4j

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MEET AGENT O:
Olivia Scholz aka "Agent O" helps your business go from struggling with frequent cash flow crunches to having enough cash in the bank to survive the ups and downs of a typical business. She found that 1 in 2 businesses fail within the first 5 years NOT because they are “bad at business” but because they do not have a profit strategy in place. So she created her Clarity to Profit Method to teach small business owners how to finally be and stay profitable.

In her 22+ years in business, Olivia Scholz has been a small business owner of a manufacturing firm, a wholesaler, and even a luxury retail jeweler. Her early years were spent listening to "shop talk" over the dinner table since all of her family members were entrepreneurs.

She eats, dreams, and thinks in spreadsheets and her passion is helping YOU keep more of the money you make. Seriously. Small business is her thing.

There are a ton of coaches, consultants, and gurus out there. Work with one who is technically savvy, LISTENS, CARES, UNDERSTANDS, and DELIVERS.

IN THE CONVO:

• How to strengthen your mindset around money for a profit-forward business.
• First steps towards building profit for your wedding business, from newbies to the OGs!
• Resources and tools to track progress and support your growth.

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA:
📸 @agento_profitcoach
🌐 https://www.agentoconsulting.com
🎁https://www.agentoconsulting.com/profit-freebie/

CONNECT WITH CARIN:
Hey CEO! Join us over at our new membership the Success Cellar 🍾 - exclusively for growth-minded wedding pros just like you!

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MEET PRERNA:
Co-founder of Content Bistro, and creator of the wildly popular, strategy-first copywriting program — Ready-to-Sell ™ Prerna Malik is a Copyhackers-certified conversion copywriter. ,,She uses her proprietary Conversion Brew ® process for writing conversion-rich, coercion-free emails that balance persuasion AND personality while blending sales strategies seasoned with integrity. ,,ALL of this ensures you get the ROI your business deserves.,,She has written for over 500 clients including industry icons such as Pat Flynn, Amy Porterfield, Joanna Wiebe and countless others. And clients have seen results like 7-figure launches and 6-figures in recurring revenue. ,,If you need her after work hours, you can find her introverting with her nose in a book, baking up a storm in the kitchen, or traveling the world with her husband and business partner, Mayank, and their daughter, Manini.

IN THE CONVO:

• What copywriting is and how/where it is used in business.
• Are sales pages relevant for wedding pros?
• Examples of sales copy that help to convert leads to bookings!
• Common copywriting mistakes or red flags to be aware of.

CONNECT WITH PRERNA:
📸 @contentbristro
🌐 https://contentbistro.com/
🎁Amplify Your Sales: https://contentbistro.com/amplify/

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MEET MARK:
Mark is the wedding industry's leading expert on paid advertising. He and his team at The I Do Society help wedding businesses use Google Ads, Meta Ads (FB/IG) and TikTok Ads to reach and convert their ideal couples at scale. While hustling and working hard to grow his family's wedding business in his early 20s, he discovered advertising. Over time he learned how to use ads to reach and convert the right couples. He turned this new skill into a system so he could help his friends in the industry succeed with ads too. Today, thousands of businesses of all types in the wedding industry have been helped by Mark's expertise in advertising.

IN THE CONVO:

• General overview of advertising strategies for wedding businesses in 2024
• Knowing when and how to start using advertising if you've never done it before (Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok Ads)
• What the future of advertising looks like for the wedding industry this year

CONNECT WITH MARK:
📸 @theidosociety
🌐 https://theidosociety.com/

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IN THE CONVO:
Join us for an inspiring episode of the Celebration Pro Podcast featuring Nadine Boseman, a former middle school choir instructor who transitioned into a successful career as a master bridal seamstress and educator. Discover Nadine's journey and gain *gold nuggets* into creating unforgettable client experiences, building authentic vendor relationships, and discovering your unique superpower to attract ideal clients. With a focus on personal connections and incorporating a sensory experience into your service, Nadine empowers us all to follow our passion and embrace new beginnings in the wedding industry. Tune in to learn how to 'thread' your passion into a successful career and create magic moments for your couples!

• How to intentionally build hospitality into your client interactions
• Creative ways to stay top of mind with our industry peers
• Focus on your *super power* and avoid the comparison game

CONNECT WITH NADINE:
📸 @secretsofabridalseamstress
🎙️Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress

CONNECT WITH CARIN:
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IN THE CONVO:
Welcome to a raw conversation filled with hard truths, big love, and lots of name-dropping!

Imagine turning a childhood knack for fundraising into orchestrating grand occasions that capture the heart of celebrations. That's the story of Keith Willard who now leads Keith Willard Events, crafting memorable moments for clients of all budgets - but known for his high-profile clients and sophisticated design style. Keith openly shares the twists of fate and the lessons learned in creating events that resonate long after the last toast is made.

If you thrive on juicy conversations within the wedding industry - you're in for a treat. We're name-dropping, sharing some crazy stories, and having mutual ah-ha moments along the way. I hope you enjoy this convo as much as I did!

CONNECT WITH KEITH:
🌐Keith Willard Events
📸 @keithwillard | @keithwillardevents
🎙️Behind the Veil

CONNECT WITH CARIN:
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