Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress

Congratulations! You've made it through another wedding season! In this episode, I'm sharing 5 wins you should be celebrating in your business as you reflect on 2022.

And guess what...not one of these wins includes your revenue. Because your business is SO much more than the money wins. (Although, those are pretty nice too!)

So take a few notes, and come back to this list to maybe journal through and reflect on over a cozy cup of cocoa. My hope is that this episode encourages you as you wind down a bit this week.

To my friends in Australia, NZ, and throughout the Southern Hemisphere... come back to this in April! We're sending you our love as you're in the thick of wedding season.

Interested in joining our retreat? Registration closes January 1st! Head to https://wild-lion-450.myflodesk.com to register today!

BIG thank you to  @Fiskars1649  for their generous sponsorship for our upcoming event!

Want to know how to appeal to your ideal client? Why is it important to have an efficient website? Dusty shares all her tips and experience in the basics of branding in this chat.

To learn more about Dusty Hegge and her branding strategies, find her on Instagram @caffinatedsites or follow @dustyhegge

FREE Masterclass Alert! Have you registered yet? On Friday, December 9th, we're diving back into our Masterclass Series with your topic of choice: Pre-booking Strategies.

Click the link below to receive your exclusive link! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/635c0cf48b3fedce67d09896

Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress Winter Retreat registration link is available HERE: https://wild-lion-450.myflodesk.com

Our very first Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress retreat is happening January 19th and 20th in Palm Springs, CA (WooHOO!)

What can you expect to learn at this retreat?

Is this the right fit for your business goals?

How can you get the most out of the trainings and discussions?

Learn more in this episode!

Featured links:

-Ready to register for our SBS retreat? Click the link below: https://wild-lion-450.myflodesk.com

-Sign up to join our free pre-booking masterclass, happening Friday, December 9th: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/635c0cf48b3fedce67d09896

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-Alternative sewing techniques and instruction: @Bridal Sewing Techniques Virtual Retreat: https://brendalabolt.podia.com/bst-virtual-retreat-2022

The Anderson Academy: https://theandersonacademy.com/

Have questions about the retreat?

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Thanks for tuning in!

Ok, 2022 isn't even over yet, and I have a list of lessons this year has taught me, and new habits to implement in 2023.

Working in the wedding industry during the busiest wedding year in decades, coupled with a shift in social culture, has brought new challenges and some unsettling scenarios.

In this episode, I share some of the hardest moments of this season, and what I'm doing differently moving forward. My goal in this little pep talk is not to discourage you with my worst moments-ha!- but rather to help you feel empowered, knowing that everyone has bad days, and everyone receives crummy emails every once in a while.

...Okay how is THAT empowering?

Because you're not the only one.

I'm here to debunk the myth that the our worst client experiences are what define us. Those are the lies that can sink in when we feel isolated and insecure. When we 'survive' a tough experience with a customer, we learn from the scenario, and we can make the changes necessary to make our business stronger, and feel more prepared for the next one.

I'm always so grateful and humbled when you trust me with your stories and hard days. (We don't have a staff room, so we need to connect some other way, right?!)

Despite a few crummy experiences this year, a solid 98% of my beautiful clients have been the absolute BEST to work with!

Here's what I'm doing moving forward, to better protect myself, and to focus on the awesome parts of my biz:

1. Beefing up my contract: I'm sharing a few ways you can add to your current contract, or even better- start implementing one in the first place!

2. Creating a bulletin board with bride pics: I want a visual reminder of all the wonderful women I've worked with. Our brains need evidence of the positive, so that's what I'm giving mine!

3. Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress Retreat: I'm planning an in-person retreat! January 19 & 20, 2023, join me in Palm Springs for a refreshing time of personal and professional development. Registration opens October 10th! Has this episode resonated with you? Let me know! You can message me on Instagram @nadine.bozeman or email me at [email protected]

Xo, Nadine

tephanie Booth understands the pressures that can come with a career as a wedding professional: she and her husband co-owned a wedding photography biz for years.

But what was it that helped Stephanie overcome the stress of the industry?

How did she move from a place of stress, to a place of compassion? I don't want to give too much away, but it was her mindset. (spoiler alert!)

In this conversation, we talk about the basics:

-What IS mindset?

-How are my thoughts controlling my outcomes?

-Is there a way for me to intentionally change my mindset?

And we also cover a few ways you can begin the process towards a growth mindset, led by empathy and compassion.

The first steps may be easier than you think:

-'In the moment' thought map

-'What If' scenarios

-Journaling

Working with Stephanie has had such a wonderful impact on my business, and my lifestyle. I hope you enjoy our conversation!

To learn more about Stephanie, follow her on Instagram @thestephaniebooth Or, visit her website https://breakthroughmethod.co

To purchase one of Stephanie's curated journals, click here

We chose this career knowing that we’d often be working solo, but what do we do when loneliness kicks in? How can we protect ourselves from the negative thoughts that creep in?

In this episode, one of the most encouraging seamstresses I know, Kate Wooden, shares how she keeps it all in perspective. Kate has a sewing studio in her home, and knows full well the struggles of a solo seamstress. Being responsible for every facet of a business can feel like…a lot. And without a game plan to keep our thoughts in check, working by and for ourselves can be daunting.

Join us for a friendly chat about the thoughts that get stuck in our head, and the ways we can refute them.

Here are some takeaways:

-audiobooks are your friends! Listening to audiobooks and podcasts is a great way to keep our minds busy while sewing. Don’t let your negative thoughts take over!

-Remember to give yourself grace. Having all the responsibilities of running a business, making deadlines, and keeping our home in some kind of order is a big deal. Give yourself grace for bumps along the way

-Focus on the awesome clients. Once we overthink about the unpleasant experiences, the uncommon ride clients, it’s hard to dig ourselves out of that thought pattern. Appreciate the wonderful moments, and have that be your daily drive!

-Enjoy the work! Kate loves working with pretty fabrics- that joy is not lost on her! Sometimes something as simple as appreciating the beauty can be a life saver.

To learn more about Kate, check out her Instagram, @katesalterations and be inspired!

Have you ever heard the phrase, "My business is my baby!"? While we all feel pride in our businesses, it's important to keep a loose grip on our systems and habits, and even our expectations.

Why? Because allowing flexibility in our businesses makes room for growth! One thing is constant in the world of small business ownership: Change is inevitable. Whether that change comes from the outside, or our own personal choices, we're going to see the ebb and flow of business growth. When we are open to trying new systems, routines, even exploring new offers- we open ourselves up to potential growth and success beyond our current status.

In this episode, I share 3 ways that you can allow flexibility in your bridal sewing business. To help you explore this topic further, I've made a fun journaling prompt to get the juices flowing!

Click HERE to snag that free download!

Congratulations to Linen & Lace on winning this week's giveaway. Check out their beautiful Instagram feed that showcases their North Carolina business.