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Planners often wonder how much to charge for their services, but  many times they do not think about  how they will get paid.   In a recent article, “Using Structured Payments to Keep Your Wedding Business Out of the Feast or Famine Cycle”, Cheryl Bailey of Wedding Industry Rescue, discusses the concept of “Structured Payments”.  She

The deadline to register is September 1. To register for the certification course, please email Deborah   dmoody@acpwc.com or  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE

How do you deal with a bridezilla? How do you combat freakish heights of irrationality, diva demands, emotional vampirism and passive-aggressive power plays? Dealing with Bridezillas is part of a wedding planner’s job. Yes! You are expected to alleviate some of the pressures of planning. Part of the appeal in hiring a wedding planner is

The secret to a successful wedding planning business is  . . . in the details. It’s knowing how to get clients. It’s knowing how to negotiate contracts that protect you and your clients. It’s knowing how to deal with a stressed out bride. . . . and so much more. You will feel more confident

The ACPWC understands the importance of leadership skills when it comes to weddings, events and corporate functions. Do you? It may never have occurred to you how important it is to have good leadership skills when planning and executing weddings, events and corporate functions. John Maxwell has a great philosophy that can be applied. John

Did you let the economy steal your dream of becoming a Wedding Planner?   Well, it’s not too late to live your dream. The wedding industry is alive and well.  It’s a multi-billion dollar industry and recession proof. Couples are always going to get married. Now, what they need to understand is how you, as