The Bright Balloon
Episodes
410. Making organization contagious
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about something I both love and deeply struggle with: organization. If you're a creative entrepreneur, especially in...
408. A hidden struggle for balloon decorators
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a group panel discussion, and we're diving into something that I think is one of the biggest hidden struggles of running a balloon bus...
407. How product photos brought unexpected clarity
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are discussing the power of a product photo shoot. I went into a photo shoot with the goal of getting good photos… I had no idea...
406. DIY marquees and friendors
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about a marquee secret that might make you rethink everything. I'm talking with Jenna from Festive & Flair, and when s...
404. Building a balloon empire
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered what it looks like to build a balloon empire, this episode will show you. I'm sitting down with "the Carolina sisters", Haley ...
403. Mastering modern, digital etiquette
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered if your online presence is doing more harm than good, this episode is for you. It turns out that etiquette isn't just about fa...
401. Premium pickups
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode I sat down with Loretta from Perfectly Popped Balloons in England, live at the Sempertex International Balloon Convention, and we dov...
400. Limit your menu and skip the studio booking
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this replay of a bonus episode from On The Bright Side, I'm breaking down why limiting your options might be the most powerful move you can make in...
398. Profitable organic decor and building trust
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was recorded live from the Sempertex International Balloon Convention, where once again, I sat down with Elisabeth of Pop of Color (Arizo...
397. Million dollar panel
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for tons of inspiring lessons in this episode! It's a panel discussion with four million dollar balloon business owners, all who came on the...
395. Advocating for Balloons: The CRC's Mission
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine if tomorrow your city decided to close your business, and before you could even start a conversation, it was too late. It was already written ...
394. Using AI in your balloon business
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us, myself included, are using ChatGPT as a writing assistant or Google on steroids. "Proofread this, write me an Instagram caption for that, ...
392. Setting goals in a way that actually works
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you have ever sat down to set goals and immediately felt overwhelmed or like you're just rewriting the same goals you didn't quite hit last year, t...
390. Annual audit & rebooking strategies
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm talking about the importance of doing an annual audit for your balloon business. Analyzing past events, tracking potential repeat...
388. Protecting your creativity
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What would you do if something you invented went viral? Like, 400 million views viral? Carolynn Hayman, the creator behind Conrad the Unicorn (America...
386. The power of partnership in business
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (recorded live at the Sempertex International Balloon Convention), Jessica and Day from The Balloon Club Co. share their journey of co...
384. Your dream clients, and a simple website audit to attract them
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Courtney of Courtney Lynette Creative Co. If you want to book better, not just more, this conversation with Courtney of Courtney Lynette Creative...
382. From side hustle to storefront: why Jam opened a balloon shop
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another episode curated by our friends at HI-FLOAT, and recorded live at the Sempertex International Balloon Convention, I'm chatting with Jam of G...
380. How to make social media fun (and still get booked)
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever groaned at the thought of making another reel, this is the episode for you. Curated by our friends at HI-FLOAT (and recorded live at th...
378. Business and life hacks for solopreneurs
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode curated by our friends at HI-FLOAT I'm chatting with Victoria of Balloons by Victoria, and we're getting real about what it means to b...
376. Defining roles in a family business
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's it really like to run a family manufacturing business in the balloon industry? In this special in-person episode recorded at the Sempertex Inte...
374. Live from The International Balloon Convention
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered what actually happens at a balloon convention—or whether it's worth the investment—this episode is for you. I recorded thi...
372. Why Cheap Tape Could Be Costing You Clients
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever had a balloon installation fall (or had to refund a client because it didn't hold), this episode is for you. In this conversation with ...
370. How to Build Systems That Simplify Your Balloon Business
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your balloon business feels chaotic, it might be because you're missing one key ingredient: systems. In this episode, I sit down with balloon artis...
368. How to Think Like a CEO in Your Balloon Business
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stuck in the day-to-day chaos of running your balloon business—constantly reacting, never really moving forward? In this episode of, I sit d...
366. How This Couple Built a Thriving Balloon Business With a New Baby at Home
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brittany and Patrick of Main Street Balloons turned a $300 side hustle into a full-time balloon business—and they did it while navigating new parent...
364. Building a $1M balloon business: Who to Hire First
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with Blenda, the powerhouse behind Balloon Construction Company that's scaled to multiple employees, multiple buildings, and m...
362. What Big Brands Really Want From You
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to work with celebrities, luxury brands, and global companies as a balloon professional? It's not just about the balloons. In...
360. The Cold Email That Got Her $8K in Balloons
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This interview with Carolina is jam-packed with not just corporate sales strategies, but also actionable tips and resources for how you can up your co...
358. Organically connecting | Natalie of Illiano Events
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm chatting with Natalie of Illiano Events and she's dishing out tons of ideas and advice for us to network in a way that feels organ...
356. Living the dream | Michelle and Sean of Lush Balloons
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our final interview recorded live at The Tuftex Experience, I'm chatting with Michelle and Sean of Lush Balloons about growth, efficiency and takin...
354. Just try it! | Patricia of StickUp Artistry and Design
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for some positive, infectious energy from this episode's guest, Patricia of StickUp Artistry and Design! I had the opportunity to sit down w...
352. Behind the scenes at Tuftex | Meg of Tuftex
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview recorded live at the Tuftex Experience, I get to hear from Meg some of the really cool behind the scenes info about their products, ...
350. Building a million dollar business | Chris of Balloon Masters
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to hear what it's like to grow to $1M in sales, this episode is for you! I interviewed Chris of Balloon Masters at the Tuftex Experience a...
348. Negotiating tips and tricks | Nikki of Violet Pineapple Balloons
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you struggle with negotiating, or even the idea of negotiating, this episode is for you! Nikki of Violet Pineapple Balloons comes on the show to sh...
346. Decorating for Hallmark movies | Jenny of Simply Jenny Designs
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This interview was a total treat! We'll get to hear from Jenny of Simply Jenny Designs all about her experience decorating for Hallmark movies, includ...
344. Small town, big business | Tricia of Noree Events
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Tricia of Noree Events shares her journey of building a successful balloon decor business in a small community. She discusses th...
342. Shiny object syndrome
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm walking you through the exact steps I take to help determine whether my constant business ideas are worth pursuing. I'll share so...
340. Balloons as fine art | DJ of Balloons in Bold
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to have Kalisan curating another month of episodes for us, and to kick things off this time is DJ of Balloons in Bold. He is a fine arti...
338. Nightmare installations | Rachel of Evansville Balloon Company
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever forgotten about a job, left your U-Haul door open when driving or gotten robbed at an installation… you're going to relate to what Ra...
336. High-end clients | Chris of Balloon Design Studio
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered what it's like working with and attracting high-end clients, this episode is for you! Chris of Balloon Design Studio shares wi...
334. Rebranding | Tracy of Joyful Party Co.
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm learning from Tracy of Joyful Party Co. (formerly From Me 2 You Creations) about what it's like to rebrand after being in business...
332. How I hit my sales goal 6 months early
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm sharing how I track my numbers so that I know what's coming in and how I'm making my way towards my financial goal. Hear what keep...
330. Simple ways to add value | Noeli of So Pretty Balloons
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you struggle with standing out in a saturated market, this episode is for you! Our curated sponsor HiFloat chose Noeli of So Pretty Balloons to com...
328. Staying Lean | Elisabeth of Pop of Color Balloon Design
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another curated episode by HiFloat, we have another returning guest - Elisabeth of Pop of Color Balloon Design. Her and I are kindred spirits in th...
326. Shifting strategies | Jam of Garden Place Balloons
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another curated episode by HiFloat, we're reconnecting with Jam of Garden Place Balloons to hear how he's pivoted away from the huge, luxurious ins...
324. Dos and Don'ts of HiFloat & HiShine | Phillip of HiFloat
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our first curated episode by HiFloat, we get to hear from the COO himself, Phillip… who is also a chemist! He shares with us some tips and tricks...
322. Pricing transparency | Courtney of Courtney Lynette Creative Co.
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I LOVED this interview with returning guest Courtney! We're talking about pricing transparency and all of the objections and fears that might come wit...
320. Balloons at school | Darren of SoCal Balloons
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another curated episode by Kalisan, I'm reconnecting with Darren of SoCal Balloons and (among lots of other things) learned about a very cool arran...
318. So many ways to grow | Mauricio of Today's Balloons / Balloons 2 Go
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mauricio knows our industry from multiple angles, so I was really happy when Kalisan chose him as one of the guests in their curated month. In this ep...
316. Beating burnout | Katy of Bloom Inflatables
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another curated episode by Kalisan, we get to meet Katy of Bloom Inflatables. She takes us through some of the things that previously led her to bu...
314. Kalisan Intro | Kirstin of Create and Cherish Events / Kalisan
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off this curated month by Kalisan is an interview with Kirstin of Create and Cherish Events / Kalisan! I met Kirstin quite a while ago at a Bi...
312. B Wise About Your Future | Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this final curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting, I'm so honored to host her as she announces the launch of her new sma...
310. Inquire & Uplift | Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting, she is answering tons of questions that listeners wrote in with! We're talk...
308. Elevating the Industry, Together | Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting & Jenny of Three Sparrows Balloons
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / Be Wise Consulting, we are talking about teamwork and friendship! Let's face it, sometimes...
306. The Preferred Path | Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting & Jamie of Cape Cod Celebrations
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this first curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / Be Wise Consulting, we hear from her and her friend Jamie about creating mutually benef...
304. What's up at Anagram! | Molly, Kristen and Jill of Anagram
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I love any time a manufacturer comes on the show to share some insight into what they have planned to help our industry! This episode was recorded liv...
302. Business credit | Sheila of The Balloon Squad
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I knew nothing about business credit before this interview, so if you're in the same boat - listen in on how you can essentially grow your business us...
300. Freelance balloons | Jules of Party Perks
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wanted to hire a freelance balloon artist, or be hired as a freelance balloon artist, this episode is for you! I get all the details ab...
298. Do my first episodes still hold up?
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When I reflect on all the exciting things happening with the podcast, not only am I incredibly grateful, but it's also really fun to look back at how ...
296. Trends in the United Kingdom | Angharad of Angharad's Party Art
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our final curated interview from TUFTEX, I made a new friend in Angharad (AKA Annie) of Angharad's Party Art in the UK. I loved hearing about the s...
294. Main street boutique | Dolly & Eddie of Delloons
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another episode curated by TUFTEX, I'm chatting with Dolly & Eddie of Delloons again! Since our last conversation with them, they've had another ba...
292. Large installs and lots of events | Tiffany of Confetti Castle
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another episode curated by TUFTEX, I'm chatting with Tiffany of Confetti Castle about the thrill and challenges of being tasked with large installa...
290. Major expansion | Allison of TUFTEX
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off this curated month by TUFTEX, I'm chatting once again with Allison, the owner of TUFTEX! She's giving us a ton of behind the scenes info o...
288. That worked!
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a list of wins people had from tips in the podcast interviews! I'm so grateful to the guests who shared those tips & congrats to every...
287. Neon Nation | Tiffany of LED Marquee
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since recording this episode, I've had the pleasure of hanging out with Tiffany at Balloon Boss Summit and seeing her LED Marquees in action. Wow, are...
285. Competing to win | Edward Munoz
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Edward is one of the kindest and most talented people I have ever met. In this episode he shares his inspiring story of bringing his balloon business ...
283. A wealth of balloon knowledge | Sue of The Very Best Balloon Blog
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sue was one of the first people in the balloon industry that I learned from online when I started. In fact, I would bet that you've come across some o...
281. Moving a business | Yanira of Perfectly Wrapped Balloons
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is perhaps one of my favorite interviews of the year! I chat with Yanira of Perfectly Wrapped Balloons about how having systems and good ...
279. Entrepreneur reality show | Jenn of Fun By The Yard
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jenn takes us through the journey she's had in her business… from yard cards only to being convinced to take on balloon jobs for co...
277. Ready-made templates | Emily of 17hats
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this second curated episode by Let Nicole Help, we're hearing from Emily of 17hats who is in charge of all things Marketplace. If you're not famili...
275. Boosting your customer experience | Nicole of Let Nicole Help
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm chatting with my friend Nicole, who helps a lot of people with their 17hats CRM, but also with other aspects of the customer exper...
273. Stopping Balloons | Melody of Feathered Fox Designs
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview we'll hear about what it's like to stop providing balloon decor. Melody announced on Instagram a while back that she was no longer g...
271. Having a front row seat
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm interviewing someone who has been in balloons for the same amount of time as me… it's my husband! Someone on Instagram had sugge...
269. Standing out from the crowd | Max of Moments by Max
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Max has been all over my Instagram lately so I was so happy to chat with him in this episode about some of the ways he aims to stand out from the crow...
267. Starting a mastermind
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is a little different because it's another group interview - this time with the ladies of the mastermind I'm in. If you've been li...
265. Fearless growth | Maggie of Presley Paige
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you seen the massive sorority balloon installs from Arkansas? Well this episode's guest is Maggie of Presley Paige and she and her team are the o...
263. Her giving back era | Dori of Total Party
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the final installment of our month of interviews curated by BalloonCoach.com, we're hearing from Dori of Total Party. There's a good chance that if...
261. Jumping in head first | Sheena of Dream Big Balloons
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our third of curated interviews from The Balloon Coach, we're hearing from Sheena of Dream Big Balloons. Sheena has done so much to take her busine...
259. Building your business intentionally | Allyson of Pop Studio Balloons
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have another guest curated by BalloonCoach.com, and it's Allyson from Pop Studio Balloons in Connecticut! She tells us all about how she ...
257. What I wish I knew | Joette of Balloon Coach
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this first of four episodes sponsored by Balloon Coach in September, we hear from the Balloon Coach herself, Joette. We have an honest conversation...
255. Publicity for your balloon business | Jordanne of Julep Publicity
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've never had an episode like this one! Jordanne from Julep Publicity comes on the show to tell us all about one marketing aspect I know almost noth...
253. #1 Etsy Seller | Chrissy of Blush Balloon Party Shop
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I met Chrissy at the 2023 Glow Retreat and think I can speak for everyone who was in the room when I say we were shocked at the scale of her business…...
251. Photoshoots | Ifrah of Wowlloons
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ifrah has made a big impact on my business over the past few months, specifically in terms of my branding and my website. So I knew I had to bring her...
249. Stolen business | Rachael of It's Your Day Balloons
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is about an unfortunate situation. Rachael of It's Your Day Balloons had a vendor relationship go south and we hear what happened, why...
247. Strengthening your mindset | Jesy of Jesy Decorations
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may know Jesy for the very cool way she combines her floral and balloon artistry. And in this episode, you'll hear more about that creation proces...
245. MVP of my toolkit | Jeff of Clik-Clik Systems
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff is one of the new owners of the company that creates the most valuable tool in my toolkit: my magnets! I had the pleasure of meeting him briefly ...
243. Warming your leads with a website | Courtney Of Courtney Lynette Creative Co
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Back by popular demand is Courtney of Courtney Lynette Creative Co! And this time, we're chatting about her website services and how she can help your...
241. Back to the basics
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I've felt my business grow over the past couple of years, but there have also been some life changes that kind of made things feel a little out of wha...
239. Candid marquee thoughts | Travis of Squeak Balloon Decor
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Travis and I purchased our marquee letters from the same vendor at about the same time, and in this episode we share our thoughts about the upsides an...
238. Adding texture to our decor | Emily of The Party Method
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My guest in this episode is very familiar with the balloon industry and has become hugely helpful to me as I've needed graphic design elements in my b...
236. How I'm using AI
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I felt like we were overdue for an episode about AI, so in this one I'm sharing how I've used it, where to find it, and how it can help your business....
234. Bringing designs to life | Alexis of Fanfaire
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview I'm chatting with Alexis, the founder of Fanfaire, about her new platform aimed to help us sell our balloon decor options by bringin...
232. Doing business from the air | Karin of K & J Party Rentals
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Karin comes on the show to tell us about how she manages her balloon jobs, a large rental inventory and her flight attendant job... that she has no in...
230. Switching to S Corp | Elizabeth of Fiore Accounting & Tax Services
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let me tell you something... when you have a 5-digit tax bill at the end of the year - even after paying quarterly taxes - that is a really good time ...
229. Ins and Outs of Retail | Ashley of Pink Flamingo Party Co
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A big thank you to my friend Ashley of Pink Flamingo Party Co. who came on the show for this episode all about the ins and outs of retail. This is som...
227. Increasing touch points
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm sharing with you a change that I never thought I would make in my business! I'm increasing the number of times I make contact with my custom...
225. Tips from a high performing assistant | Heather of Confetti Castle
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a little different because I'm chatting with someone who works for a balloon company... but not the owner. Heather, who supports Tiffa...
223. A full refresh of my branding
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I recently did a job alongside a lighting and entertainment company who came in with such professional looking equipment that it had me evaluating my ...
221. Moms panel
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was such a treat to have 9 other moms on the show for this episode, where we talk about everything from juggling business, kids and in some cases, ...