Dtales Of A Planner: Recent Episodes
Gwendolyn DeShields
Created by Owner and Wedding Planner Gwendolyn DeShields this is a podcast about my tales in the wedding and events industry and as an entrepreneur. Join me every month as I bring you interviews from event professionals and entrepreneurs, along with candid conversations from couples discussing life after the wedding. We are getting into all the Dtales, the good and the bad. Grab a drink, take some notes and enjoy the Dtales! You can follow on IG www.instagram.com/dtalesofaplanner You can also visit www.socialflyevents.com for wedding and event services.
I help answer some common wedding planning questions. Have a question or want to vent about some of the nuances of wedding planning? Email me dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com to answer on Wedding Wednesday Q&A. Connect with me on IG/ Tiktok@dtalesofaplanner. Love to hear from you
For this episode Gwendolyn discusses the wedding planner is a key component to ensuring your wedding day is exactly how you envisioned it. The Wedding Planner is more than logistics and coordination, such as managing your budget, brainstorming ideas for decor and vendors, providing guidance on etiquette and even providing emotional support during the planning process. Follow and Connect www.instagram.com/dtalesofaplanner or email dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com to send in your wedding questions or stories, I would love to hear from you.
For this episode, host Gwendolyn DeShields invited three married men Corey DeShields married for 16 years, Marcus Couch married for 15 years and Grant Twyman married for 10 years to share their perspectives on wedding planning. While the Groom does not dream of their wedding day, however, they do have an opinion in finalizing those important decisions. The men shared their willingness to collaborate and not tap out. You will hear their proposal stories, and the influence they had on the overall wedding. This was a fun episode and full of laughs and, I'm sure you will enjoy it!
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Host Gwendolyn DeShields shares with you tips on how to manage your wedding budget. The average cost of a wedding will cost an average of $25-$30k. If you are not disciplined in sticking to your budget then you will fall into impulse purchases and overspending. You can have the wedding of dreams at any budget, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. * Create a system and stay organized Who is contributing to your wedding day? What is important to you? and what is not so important? Think about your three non-negotiables Get clear estimates from your vendors Get your Guest List together What is your taste level? No Impulse Purchases After you accomplished these few tasks, now it's on to the next phase. Happy Planning and don't forget the Dtales!
Follow and Connect with me IG@dtalesofaplanner If you are looking for a wedding planner and would like to schedule a consultation visit my website www.socialflyevents.com to complete a contact form. I would love to hear from you. Every week I do a series called Wedding Wednesday and if you would like to submit your wedding or have questions please email me dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com. Thank you for tuning in and supporting the podcast.
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In this episode, Host Gwendolyn DeShields shares the "Dtales" about the importance of wedding insurance. She gives key advice and tips to help you research and think about protecting your investment. Planning a wedding or event can be expensive and you don't want that feeling of anxiety about losing money. Things to consider in selecting the best wedding insurance for you.
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Happy Dtales! Planning a wedding and or event? Have a question? Email me at dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com Listen to Dtales Of A Planner on Spotify or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. Follow on IG www.instagram.com/dtalesofaplanner or visit website www.socialflyevents.com for your wedding or event planning needs.
Welcome back Dtales Fam! I invited a talented young lady in business to give us some tips on beauty and the importance of booking your wedding makeup artist. She is a true professional and she knows how to "beat yo face"! Her name is Vanetta Baker, Founder, and CEO of VclassMakeup Artistry. She has been in business for 9+ years beating women's faces for weddings, birthdays, celebrations, milestones, and editorial shoots. Vanetta gives us tips on wedding makeup and finding your perfect makeup artist. She understands the woman's face and never disappoints. Vanetta does not sugarcoat her likes and dislikes for certain trends and brands. So what are you waiting for? Book your appointment, and enjoy the experience of VClassMakeup Artistry! You will walk out feeling like a brand new woman! Connect and Follow VClassMakeup Artistry on social media IG/FB @vclassmakeupartistry or www.vclassmakeupartistry.com. For wedding and event planning needs connect with SocialFly Events www.socialflyevents.com IG/FB @socialflyevents
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Married life after the wedding is what you make it. What is the blueprint for your marriage? Goals (personal and together), family, finances, spritual and intimacy to name a few. You have now committed to grow, learn, support, share, communicate and understand each other's habits, personalities and experiences. Ask your spouse,, what do you love about marriage? Host Gwendolyn DeShields sat down with an amazing couple Mr. and Mrs. Marcus and Schmere Couch to share their married life experiences of 15 years. Enjoy the Dtales! Enjoy the episode? Please like, follow and share. If you have any feedback, send an email to dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com You can also connect with me on Instagram @dtalesofaplanner and my wedding page @socialflyevents for updates.
Host Gwendolyn DeShields talks with catering owners Robert and Tammy Yalley of Out of the Ordinary Catering. Robert and Tammy gave us some insight on what it is like to work with your spouse and their upcoming anniversary plans. Catering involves a lot of components. A few tips to think about is your style of menu and budget. Do you want buffet, plated or station service? Do you want to venture out of the norm? Out of The Ordinary is a food truck catering service, providing services for various events ranging from birthdays, graduations, showers, corporate events, weddings and more. They pride their name on thinking outside the box. Robert and Tammy provide their guests with dishes and cuisines that are not just different, but most importantly “Out of the Ordinary”! You can contact them at www.outoftheordinarycatering.com or follow them on IG/FB @outoftheordinarycatering for their next food truck locations, you will become a happy ordinary customer! Like, Follow, Share www.instagram.com/dtalesofaplanner and for wedding and event planning needs IG/FB @socialflyevents. You can also reach host Gwendolyn DeShields www.socialflyevents.com or email dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com
In this episode, host Gwendolyn DeShields features business professional Shonta Thomas , Owner of The Mothers Tax Program. Shonta Thomas gives us insight on how to prepare ourselves for tax season. She discusses the tools we need to set up our business financially the right way. She also stresses the importance of having key people on your payroll that will help your business succeed. Her knowledge and expertise as a tax planner and business owner are key. We have to invest in our business and ourselves. If you offer a product and that product has value then people will gravitate and invest in you. Don't treat your business like a hobby. A few tips to prepare you for tax season: 1. Decide on how you are going to file 2. Get organized 3. Prepare your bookkeeping 4. Grab a drink. Looking for a career in tax planning connect/ follow Shonta Thomas www.instagram.com/shecfo |email: shonta@shontathomas.com Please, Like, Share & Follow on Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you liked this episode please share with your friends and tag me on Instagram, Facebook @dtalesofaplanner. For wedding tips/advice you can follow on Instagram @socialflyevents Love the support! If you had any questions or feedback please send an email to dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com
Jasmine Marie, owner and lead designer of JMPrint & Designs discuss how to elevate your brand with more than just a logo. She touches on thinking outside of the box. She has a mission to help female entrepreneurs make an impact with their brand by creating purposeful designs through strategy and clean aesthetics. We also got in some girl chat! Connect and follow Jasmine IG/ FB @jmprintdesigns or contact www.jmprintdesigns.com for your branding needs. Are you ready to elevate your BRAND?
Host Gwendolyn DeShields discusses her five favorite wedding trends for 2022! She also dives into some traditions that are becoming less traditional. Enjoy the episode and please like, follow and share. If you have any feedback, send an email to dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com You can also connect with me on Instagram @dtalesofaplanner and her wedding page @socialflyevents for updates.
All about the name! In this epsiode, I chat with entrepreneur Starr about creating her own natural hair and skincare products to help you feel beautiful for less.
For this episode, host Gwendolyn DeShields with guest Blake Saunders aka blakethebrain, discussed the beauty of photography and the emotion behind the camera. Blake also gave important tips on budgeting for both video and photography. For more information please like, follow or share @dtalesofaplanner. You can also connect with the host on Instagram @socialflyevents. You can also email your questions to dtalesofaplanner@gmail.com
After the proposal excitement, we may not know where or how to start. Just some quick tips to get you started and help you along the way.
Pastor Darrell and Sharanda Mason discuss their roles as wedding officiants and offer some essential marriage advice to couples. We also dive in to their tales on married life.