Wedding Pro CEO | Building Profitable Wedding Businesses

S36. 3 Tips to Get Back Your Time (and Grow Your Sales)

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Three super simple tips to get back your time and to grow your revenue. Yes, we all want to get back more time but we are business owners and so we ne...

154. What Does a CEO Really Do?

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the hardest things to do in one’s career life is transitioning from the cooperate world to becoming an entrepreneur.We change it up with a GU...

S35. Stop Saying You Don't Have Overhead (spoiler alert...you do!)

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about overhead. This is almost like a dirty word in the wedding industry, right?  Very often, when I sit down with a new wedding pro ...

153. How to Price Your Packages for PROFIT.

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you know your numbers, you have so much more confidence and so much more empowerment to go after what you really are worth!!!In this episode, I’...

S34. Being a Solopreneur is Costing You Money!

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"You should only work with the owner of a business.  Never work with an associate."On today's Thursday SHORT, I'm responding to a...

152. Understanding Niche in the Wedding Industry

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A business niche is a specialized or focused area of a broader market that businesses can serve to differentiate themselves from the competition. A ni...

S33. Three Reasons I'm Passionate About Reels! (and why you should be too!)

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are talking about Reels!! I know some of you are like, "Girl, you talk about Reels all the time!!" And you are absolutely correct!!...

151. How to Use a Podcast to Scale Your Business!

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How many of you out there thought about starting your own podcast?Today, my guest Kelly McWilliams, the podcast host of Wedding Planning Decisions, Th...

S32. Three Steps to Take Your Business to the Next Level.

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"What got you here, won't get you there."  Marshall GoldsmithIn this episode we're breaking down the 3 steps you need to take in ...

150. The Power Of Patience And Consistency

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m talking to business strategist and long time wedding pro, Kristina Stubblefield. She’s finding ways to use all her experience to address...

S31. Views are Vanity! Here's What to Look For Instead.

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A few weeks ago one of my CEO Mastermind members showed me a Reel she had that was blowing up!  Over 12k views in an hour!  Whoa!  It was so exciti...

149. The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of The Wedding Pro CEO Summit.

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Businesses Changed. Lives Enhanced. CEOs Created. Community Built. THIS was the #WPCEO Summit! What started as an idea to bring business education t...

148. 6 Key Frameworks Every Wedding Pro Should Master for Success

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The final podcast we're featuring in our 4 part series "The Podcasts You NEED in Your Library" is Weddings for Real with my friend, Meg...

147. Contracts and Clauses For The Wedding Industry!

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 3rd podcast TWPCEO is  featuring in our 4 part series "The Podcasts you NEED in your library" is The Legal Paige Podcast.  We're ...

146. Becoming More Visible On Social Media With Instagram Reels.

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back CEO's!!! The 2nd podcast we're featuring in our 4 part series "The Podcasts you NEED in your library" is Build That B...

145. Show Up As The CEO!

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first podcast we're featuring in our 4 part series "The Podcasts you NEED to have in your library" is The VenueRx.  I LOVED this e...

S30. 4 Podcasts You NEED To Add To Your Library!

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CEOs, it is not time to tune out! Although I’m taking a short break in August, I have some great episodes lined up for you! In this episode, I will ...

144. Why Your Business Needs An Operational System (And How To Create One!)

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has a system.  Whether you know it or not, the natural way of how you do things IS your system.  Now, whether that system is efficient or o...

S29. 7 Tips for Taking an Unplugged Vacation

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A key component in being a healthy CEO is to be able to step away from your business and completely unplug.  Yes, it's possible!  In today&apos...

143. This is Literally Brilliant!

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever had an open date on your calendar that you just can't seem to book?  Or maybe you had a last minute cancellation and would love to...

S28. The Power of {IN PERSON} Community!

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Being an entrepreneur can be incredibly lonely.  Even with the most supportive friends and family cheering you on, it's hard for them to underst...

142. Avoid the FOMO!!!

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about FOMO...the Fear of Missing Out. That icky feeling you get when you've missed out on something that you KNOW is going to be ...

S27. You're Just One Belief Away... From A Wildly Different Business.

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know that it only takes 200 thoughts for that thought to become a reality?  This can work in your favor when you think positive thoughts or ag...

141. Quit Being A Martyr For Your Business.

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We want to do it all, and then more, right? That’s why we are all here. We are go getters and have a drive to be the best we can, but at what cost? ...

S26. Off-boarding MAY be the Most Important Part of Your Process!

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While we don't have repeat clients in the wedding industry (at least that's not the goal!), we DO have the opportunity to create raving fans...

140. Why You Need Warm Leads (And How To Get Them!)

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have another incredible episode with my guest, Lindsay Williams.  Lindsay is the creator of the Wedding Booking Blueprint and she tells us a...

S25. Build the Business YOU want. Not the one you think THEY want.

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"People would rather follow someone who's real than someone who's right."  In a world where social media can make you think every...

139. 3 Tips For Taking Parental Leave As An Entrepreneur.

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a small business owner that is having your first or next baby?  Or starting to even think about family planning but not sure how you’ll kee...

S24. What is a team retreat and why do you need one?

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hosting regular team retreats is essential to building the culture of your business!  But where do you start??  In this episode I'm sharing my ...

138. Lessons From A Serial Entrepreneur.

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As business owners, we often forget that our service isn't about us...it's about them.  We have a solution to the problem our ideal clients...

S23. Permission Granted. Copy my content.

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Still not ready to show your face on REELS but know you need to get on the bandwagon??  I'm dropping a quick and easy way for you to make a REEL...

137. How To Use A QUIZ To Increase Your Leads.

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Before I used Interact for both of my businesses, I thought I could just sit down, pop out a few questions, write some cute answers, and be done — b...

S22. It's Time for a {Free} Vacation.

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

READY FOR A VACATION??? but not sure you have the financial resources to take one?  Listen in on this SHORT as I spill the way Ira and I make our mon...

136. How To Make Your Sales Strategy Irresistible!!

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I have the honor of having Maria Bayer, the $25 million sales coach and the creator of Irresistible Selling, in the studio to talk about sales! Hold o...

S21. Are You Sure You're Making A Profit?

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have all heard at this point that TIME is our most valuable resource.  But do you believe it??  In this episode I'm quickly showing you how ...

135. Nothing Bad Happens When Women Make More Money

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is an incredibly important one because we're talking about women in wealth and finances. As young women become more financia...

S20. How To Share The Audience "Juice" On Instagram

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Y'all, INSTAGRAM keeps finding new ways to make us love them and this time is no exception!!  Although the COLLAB feature has been around for a ...

134. Your Most Burning Legal Questions, Answered!

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m sitting down with Paige Griffith from The Legal Paige to answer your most pressing legal questions to ensure your business is legally leg...

S19. Want More Time In Your Week? Do These 3 things!

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's every business owner's biggest struggle....how can I get more hours in the day to get all of the things crossed off of my list!?  I he...

133. Is Your Business Financially Healthy?

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about (you guessed it) accounting. But before you get nervous and click out of this episode, don’t w...

S18. I Had An Identity Crisis!

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast Community on Facebook!  A free group to take the conversation past the podcast and share best practices, get quick t...

Welcome to The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast!!!

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thank you for stopping by The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast with Brandee Gaar!!!Join The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast Community on Facebook!  A free group to ta...

132. The key systems your business cannot live without (and how to create them!)

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I’m so excited because we have Julie Painter Fried in the studio today — a name I think most of you are familiar with! (Is anyone else fangirling ...

S17. How to show up when you have nothing to share.

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever had that feeling that you know you NEED to show up on social media today but you don't have anything to share so you just STARE at the BLANK...

131. Three secrets to building your dream team

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we’re talking all about one of my favorite topics as of late: building your team. Specifically, the three secrets Ashley Ebert...

S16. 4 things you're doing wrong in Instagram (and what to do instead)

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to drive more traffic from Instagram to your website??  In today's SHORT I'm sharing 4 (+1) things you're doing wrong on Instagra...

130. Growing your traffic with Pinterest (without it taking over your life!)

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the show, Julianne of The Garter Girl! It’s been a while since we’ve talked about Pinterest on the podcast, but that doesn’t mean it’...

S15. Well, what do you think?

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 20...

129. Pushing back on the guilt

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sitting down with Kristy Rice of Momental Designs and Paint Crush to talk about something I struggle with a lot: the guilt of balancing be...

S14. 5 Reels mistakes I've made (so you don't have to)

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm making the mistakes so you don't have to!  In today's SHORT, I'm sharing 5 things I've tested on various accounts to see...

128. Listen in on a 1:1 Coaching Call

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Friends, I'm thrilled to deliver our SECOND live 1:1 coaching call! Kate and Britt of Olive Street Events reached out to me to ask questions abou...

S13. Ready for a break from your business? Do this first!

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Warning:  There's homework in this Short!  But it's easy and worth it...I promise! -----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a q...

127. What a difference a year makes!

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I always get excited when we have a returning guest on the podcast, and today, we have a VERY special returning guest: Katy Padilla of Scarlet Rose Ev...

S12. Spread kindness like confetti (but like, really)

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 20...

126. Starting (and growing) a business is freaking hard!

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This month, we’ve been featuring amazing entrepreneurs from my CEO Mastermind Group, and today, I’m thrilled to introduce you all to Stephanie Ari...

S11. Lessons from a 12 year old entrepreneur

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm sure some of you have seen me sharing on Instagram about my 12-year old daughter starting her own business.  If not, you can check out her b...

125. Is that next online course worth it?

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I am so excited to share my guest with you today: Cindy Thurk of CM Promotions! However, she’s not only the CEO of this thriving business, but she’...

S10. Overexposed and underdeveloped

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's age of social media, it's easy to look like you have a thriving business and you have all of the expert tools!  But what about a...

124. Reliance and creativity during challenging times.

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a TREAT because my friend, Warren Dietel from Puff ‘n Stuff Catering is in the studio today! He’s one of our amazing catering partners at...

S9. "No balls, no babies!"

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for newer listeners. The show used to be called The She Who Dares Podcast but on May 5, 20...

123. Using data to drive your marketing decisions.

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I hope you brought your big girl/boy pants today because we’re digging into a bit of a complicated topic: using data to drive your marketing.Christi...

S8. What are you willing to sacrifice?

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For everything we have in life, something else had to be sacrificed.  For every yes, there had to be a no. As you're building your business, hav...

122. When your mess becomes your message.

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we have a special guest: Margaux Fraise of Harmony Creative Studio and the founder of the well-known Wedding Summit Series!It’s a special epi...

S7. You're scaring your clients!

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This Thursday short is possibly going to get me a bit of flack as I definitely have an unpopular opinion on this BUT, I think that as an industry we&a...

121. But what about actually servicing our clients?

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest today, Irene Tyndale, is one of the most positive and encouraging people I know, and I’m thrilled that you’re here to tune in to our con...

S6. Some lessons are learned the hard way.

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's short, I'm following up from last week's episode to share with you HOW I got out of the muck.  What I did to take a step ba...

120. Mistakes you're making in your business (and how to fix them!)

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey podcast friends, today is a super special episode because we have a returning guest on the podcast: Megan Gillikin! Megan is the founder of The Pl...

S5. I'm sitting in the muck.

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing a bit of the REAL honest truth of what it can be like to run a business in today's crazy world.  I don't often pull ...

119. Why your business NEEDS systems!

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Friends, we are in for a treat today because we have the one and only Jennifer Taylor in the studio! For those of you who don’t know her already, I’...

S4. Get yourself a cheer squad!

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"If your circle is not cheering the loudest, get yourself a new circle!"-----Hey there CEOs it’s Brandee and I have just a quick note for ...

118. 3 blogging myths: debunked!

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As I’ve been getting much more interested in SEO and my companies’ strategy around it, I’ve been inviting more SEO experts to the podcast to lea...

S3. What does it even mean to work ON your business?

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You've likely heard over and over that as the CEO of your business you need to work ON your business more than you work IN your business.  But w...

117. SEO strategies you can't live without! w/ Sara Dunn

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As SEO expert for wedding professionals, Sara Dunn, will teach us today that SEO isn’t as simple as stuffing your website with a single keyword. The...

S2. "No." is a definite maybe!

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's Thursday Short is focused on persistence.  As an entrepreneur, do you take a "no" as no or do you see it as a way to re-route ...

116. When hustle and grit is all you have

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I have not just one guest on the show today, but two amazing guests: Courtney Hopper and Dana Kadwell, the sisters and brains behind Hustle and Gather...

S1. Talent will only get you so far

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our very first Thursday Short!  These quick, bite-sized episodes are meant to inspire you as you build the business you're dreaming o...

115. New YEAR, new GOALS!!

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a little bit different from what you’re used to hearing from me, but I thought, now that we’re in the new year, we should jus...

114. How to increase your productivity!

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we’re talking about a topic that’s very near and dear to my heart: systems and organization! Angela Mondor is the founder of...

113. Finding your passion within

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest was such a treat to have on the podcast. Sanya Percic of Ellwed Magazine is here today to share her inspirational story of changing...

112. Using emotional marketing to attract your ideal client

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited to have you tune in to this week's episode because Renée Sabo is going to teach you all about emotional marketing, and how t...

111. Why you MUST be using email marketing!

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I have been eagerly waiting to share this episode with you all because we have the brilliant email marketing master, Shannon “Vondy” Vonderach! Sh...

110. SIX tips for mastering the sales call

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friends, do I have a special guest for you today because we’re featuring someone who is excellent at sales calls! Meet Carissa Woo, founder and lead...

109. Does your marketing have a strategy?

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Seeing that we’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season, I wanted to share my exact strategy (literally, step-by-step!) on how we stay consi...

108. Do you have a hobby, side hustle or a business?

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I invited Braden Drake, a CA-licensed attorney and tax professional, to sit down in the studio to break down what it means to have a part-time versus ...

107. What does your brand say about you?

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe our guest for today seems familiar to you, and you would be right! We’ve had the lovely Amanda Shuman of Carrylove Designs on the She Who Dare...

106. Power of "no one else" moments

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lynne Reznick, the founder of Lynne Reznick Photography, is in the studio today! I'm thrilled she could come onto the podcast because we are talk...

105. Why Are They Ghosting Me?

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Berg is a speaker, author, and sales trainer and he recently published a new book called Why Are They Ghosting Me? Wedding & Event Pro Editio...

104. Maximize your Instagram visibility

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's conversation is about a topic that is very close to my heart: Instagram! And sure, some people may roll their eyes because when we think ...

103. Planning your exit strategy from day 1

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

My guest today is Michelle Seiler Tucker, and if you don’t already have the pleasure of knowing her, I am thrilled to introduce you all to her! Mich...

102. How to market to your ideal client!

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we have a very special guest: the one and only Heidi Thompson, founder of Evolve Your Wedding Business and host of the Book More...

101. Why PR is essential to the growth of your business

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meghan Ely is our wonderful podcast guest today, is super passionate about Public Relations (PR) work as well as the events industry. Combining her tw...

100. What stage of business are you in?

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Since we’re at 100 episodes, it felt like the perfect moment to talk about a pattern I’ve noticed as I’ve been coaching a lot of wedding profess...

99. How to make the most of your conference experience

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most of you who clicked on this episode today are already familiar with the intelligent, creative, and brilliant Shannon Underwood! Shannon is the co-...

98. 5 simple ways to optimize your digital footprint

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friends, do I have a special episode for you today! Julie Novack, the CEO and co-founder of PartySlate is here today to talk about all things digital ...

97. Creating the David Tutera Experience

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friends, oh my!!! I have an exciting episode for you today! I had the honor of having David Tutera on the podcast and let me tell you — this man has...

96. Talk about smarter social media

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the forth and final episode of the four part series where we're sharing other podcasts that I personally learn from and listen to ever...

95. How to prevent squirrel brain

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 3rd episode of the four part series with Megan Gillikin where we're sharing other podcasts that I personally learn from and listen...

94. Using Instagram REELS and Clubhouse in your business

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 2nd episode of the four part series with Greg Todd (GT) where we're sharing other podcasts that I personally learn from and listen...

93. Getting paid what you're worth

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode with Ashley Freehan host of The Purpose Gathering of the four part series. We're sharing other podcasts that I perso...

92. Meet the Gaars: Roadtrip!

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as Ira and Brandee recap their month long RV trip in this special episode of Meet the Gaars. Join us as we recap our process for planning fo...