The Lunch Club Podcast: Recent Episodes
Andrea Seehagen
A space for new or existing entrepreneurs. We are offering you a seat at the table as we share the highs and lows of building and maintaining successful businesses.
Prepare to cultivate your understanding of Utah's blooming floral industry with Utah flower market president Julie Hall. This episode promises to plant seeds of knowledge about the tenacity required to grow flowers in Utah's capricious climate, the collaborative spirit that's nurturing a dozen local farms into a vibrant flower market community, resources for you to utilize this season, and the push towards sustainable, local agriculture.
Our discussion with Julie sheds light on the textural and tonal shifts that are captivating the hearts of florists and customers alike,.The Utah Flower Market is set to unfurl an enriching lineup this year, and Julie gives us a preview of the resources aimed at helping florists weave local flowers into the tapestry of their work. It's a colorful conversation that paints a picture of a blossoming future.
In our final chapter, we go beyond the bouquet, offering practical tips for navigating the aromatic maze of the flower market. Embracing seasonality and flexibility can lead to arrangements that are as memorable as they are beautiful, particularly for life's big celebrations. The rhythm of the market is a dance of communication and collaboration, and we revel in the joyous energy that peaks during the busiest months. We wrap up the episode with an expression of deep appreciation for the floral community, celebrating the shared growth that blooms from the fertile ground of ongoing dialogue and feedback. So tune in, and let the scent of innovation mixed with tradition lead you through the thriving landscape of Utah's floral scene.
Ever stepped off the well-trodden path to chase a dream? I've been there, and in this raw episode, I'm peeling back the curtain on the risks that have defined my entrepreneurial spirit. With a nod to my husband Cody, who's been my rock, we'll take you through our unorthodox love story and the year that turned everything on its head. From a daring foray into floral design to redefining how we approach our careers and relationships, this journey is all about the power of trusting your gut.
Navigating the wedding industry's chaotic seas is no small feat, and I'm laying out the strategies that have not only kept me afloat but propelled my business forward. Listen as I share the transformation of my pricing model from a tentative guessing game to a confident statement of worth, and the revolutionary impact of a well-crafted welcome guide for potential clients. These tools didn't just streamline my workflow; they opened doors to a clientele that truly appreciates the art of floral design and wedding coordination.
And for those kindred spirits in the industry, or even if you're just wedding-curious, I'm excited to talk about the bespoke Zoom classes that are reshaping the game. Tailored advice, real-life solutions, and the thrill of connecting with others on the same path—it's all about fostering growth and success in a field that never stands still. So tune in, get inspired, and let's talk about how to turn those high-stake risks into the most rewarding of rewards.
Codee and I never imagined that our marriage would include managing a floral business, yet here we are, ready to share the intimate details of our entrepreneurial dance in matrimony. This heart-to-heart conversation peels back the petals on the realities of the wedding industry, where unpredictability meets creativity.
From the challenges of wedding costs, executing wedding set up, to the delicate balance of business and pleasure, join us as Codee and I pull back the curtain and get transparent in how much we pay for wholesale flowers, how much made last year with the business and more!
To see Codee's guessing game on wedding floral pricing head to https://www.instagram.com/p/C4brAi2sQNu/ and let us know in the comments. what you thought!
This episode covers all the big questions! How to grow your business, creating better vendor. experiences, setting yourself up for success with clients, and more!
Find Jenny on Instagram @ jennypearlphotography and check out her upcoming workshop HERE
Join me, Andrea Seehagen as we embark on a delightful exploration of creativity at the intersection of pastry and petals with esteemed baker Meriel Frandsen of Mmmdessert. This episode peels back the curtain on the wedding industry, revealing how bakers, like Meriel, navigate the delicate dance of designing custom wedding cakes. We discuss the importance of carving out a niche, the intricacies of coordinating with event vendors, and the transformational journey from baking as a pastime to creating sought-after confections.
Come join Maddy from Market Floral and I as we talk about the benefits of implementing a minimum with client bookings. We have seen so many benefits and a better client experience since requiring clients invest a minimum amount on their florals.
Find Maddy on instagram @market.floral
https://marketfloralco.com/
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Finding your style when you start your floral design career can feel intimidating. And it can get harder as you've been in business to feel like you CAN change your style! I'm here to give 5 easy steps to finding your style and learning to embrace change!
I am SO excited to be back! Come listen to my 5 tips to managing your mental health and avoiding burn out! These help me to stay creative and productive as a business woman!
For more information about our mini workshop click here
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I'm so excited to have Molly grower of Foothill Farm Flowers talk to us about being a flower farmer and tell us how you can get blooms from the Utah Flower Market this season to upscale your arrangements!
For more information on the Utah Flower market click Here
Join me on today's episode where I explain how you can learn to create recipes for show stopping floral arrangements. I'll give some basics on becoming familiar with floral names and then how to build recipes. Finally we will talk through knowing how to order and making sure you price appropriately. I hope you enjoy this one!
Listen in as I share all the things I do the week of a client wedding to create the best experience for myself and my client. Wedding prep does not go down all in one day. If it does, you're not likely to be enjoying yourself much! So I hope my process can help you find ways to minimize stress and long nights and will allow you to ENJOY every part of this job!
I'm sharing my best tips and process for booking clients. I'll tell you what works for me, and some approaches that work for others. Having a smooth booking process is so crucial, so I hope this one can help YOU!
I'm sharing some of the best tools I use everyday to help me with my consistency and presence on social media. It can feel so intimidating and overwhelming, but with even one or two of these tips you'll start to feel more prepared!
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Apps I recommend :
In Shot - For editing/ formatting videos for Instagram Reels or TikTok
Feed Preview - For planning my content out in advance
Come join me as I walk through my contract! I'll be sharing some stories in which my contract would have protected me and how it helps me now. I'll also talk about other contracts you may want to consider having for your business to make sure your protected in every aspect!
Come tune in as Paige and I talk about the benefits of growing your business through freelancing.
Find Paige's freelancing class and website here: https://linktr.ee/flowersbypaige
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Come join us as we discuss one of our industries BIGGEST pain points. Pricing can bee so intimidating and overwhelming but we are here to build you up and give you the confidence you need.
Visit Kadee's website here: https://littleladyfloral.com
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Join me and Johanna from En Train De Bloom as we dive into choosing color for your wedding this season, and how you can attract clients who share that same style with you.
Check out Johanna's business: https://www.entraindebloom.com
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Listen in on my first episode, where I open up about some of the things I learned the hard way my first year in business. To end it all I want to share some of my mantras that will change the game this year for you!