244: Communicating Effectively with Wedding Planners

Today we are running back the tapes with one of your favorite episodes from 2023! Enjoy this rerun and hope you are having a wonderful holiday season! 

As you grow into higher-end weddings, your ability to communicate with planners becomes just as important as your filmmaking or photography. In this episode, Taylor and Kelley break down the key shifts wedding creatives need to make to build trust, stay professional, and become planner favorites.

In this episode, we cover:
✅ How communication changes when planners are involved
✅ Common mistakes to avoid when working with planners
✅ How to be a respectful, proactive creative partner
✅ When it's appropriate to contact the couple directly
✅ How to position yourself for future planner referrals

🎯 Want to become the creative planners want to work with?
This episode will show you how to stand out through smart, respectful communication.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – 03:00 | Introduction
03:00 – 08:00 | The Shift from Client-Facing to Planner-Facing
08:00 – 14:00 | Do’s & Don’ts of Planner Communication
14:00 – 20:00 | When and How to Communicate Directly with the Couple
20:00 – 25:00 | Building Long-Term Planner Relationships

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