Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress

'm so excited for this week's episode, because I have TWO surprises in store for you!

Surprise #1: I'm sharing a sneak peek into a membership training, and this one is a GOOD one! Tune in to hear Jessica Guzikowski, small business coach and marketing guru, lead a training on Cultivating Relationships with Local Wedding Vendors. Jessica shares practical, applicable steps you can implement in your business this week to cultivate those necessary relationships.

Online and social media relationships are so wonderful, but as local, service-based business owners, our reputation and clientele thrive when we connect with locals.

I've edited the beginning and end of the training for sake of time, so you won't hear the Q&A session after her training. If you have further questions, you can connect with Jessica at makersgonnamakemoney.com or on Instagram @Jessica.guzikowski

Surprise #2: After receiving some GREAT feedback from my previous episode, Tapping into our 4 Phases to make Business Magic, I've created a free download that organizes our bridal sewing tasks into the optimal week they would fit in. You can receive your free copy by clicking this link

In my intro, I refer to two great Instagram accounts to refer to as examples of Before and Afters done right: @thegildedthimble , and @hemmingandfitz

Don't forget about my weekly g i v e a w a y ! To enter, share this podcast on Instagram, don't forget to tag me, @nadine.bozeman! OR, you can leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Both are easy ways for you to enter our podcast merchandise weekly giveaway!

Thank you so much for tuning in and letting me be a part of your day.

With Much Love, Nadine

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a rut that doesn't work for you? Using the same routines and habits that aren't serving you? Don't worry, you're not alone!

In this episode, I chat with fellow seamstress extraordinaire, Adrienne Gonzales. Adrienne serves brides in the Phoenix area, working with a local bridal shop, and also with independent clients. She is so engaging and encouraging, our time together flew by! I loved hearing that we both share similar struggles...because at the end of the day, we all just want to feel NORMAL with our frustrations and daily aspirations.

Here are some key takeaways:

-Be flexible with yourself. Change is normal and healthy in a business. If something is not working FOR you, change it up!

-Listen to your gut. Tuning in to our amazing intuition can save us from future heartache and stress

-Listen to your body. Take snack breaks, know when to say no, and give yourself the gift of listening to your unique alarm sounds

To learn more about Adrienne's sewing business and her educational platforms, follow her on Instagram at @creatablelady

This week's giveaway winner is Betsy Nelson!

To enter our weekly merchandise giveaway, share this podcast on Instagram stories, and make sure you tag me so I see your entry! Good Luck! Have a wonderful week of sewing and blessing your clients with that amazing service of yours!

Today I'm chatting about the 4 phases of our monthly cycles, and how we can use their magic in our businesses. This is one of my favorite subjects- it could be seen as taboo, but I think we're past that point around here! I hope you find this topic as fascinating as I do.

This episode is just a brief overview of a limitless subject. If you'd like to learn more about our 4 monthly phases, consider reading Kate Northrup's book, Do Less. As business owners, we have the unique opportunity to create schedules and routines that work best for ourselves and our families. Even small changes, if necessary, can make a big difference in our work flow and well being. I love hearing about your own schedule tips and tricks that work for you! That's the beauty of our individual work ways.

In this episode I also mention the theme of rest and recuperation seen in nature. One of my favorite books on the subject of rest reflected in nature is Wintering, by Katherine May.

Congratulations to our GIVEAWAY winner this week, Naomi Fata! Naomi is a seamstress and sewing coach, and sewing blogger. Check out her Instagram profiles and say hello! @naomifata and @lovestitchesbynaomi To enter our weekly giveaway, share this podcast on your own Instagram stories. Don't forget to tag me in it so I can see it!

Thank you for tuning in! Have a wonderful week! Xo

This week we have a quick break from interviews so I can fill you in on fun happenings in July!

Let's start with GIVEAWAYS! 🥳 I'm so pumped for new Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress merch that's available starting 7/12! To celebrate, I'll be giving away one free gift each week. Take a screenshot of a SOABS episode, post it to your Instagram stories, and don't forget to tag me! I'll pick a winner each week.

Membership update- So thrilled for this month’s trainings! Here's what you can expect as a member of Secrets of a Bridal Seamstress online membership: -We’ll kick things off with a self-evaluation. I know, we’re in the thick of busy season, so who has time for a self eval?🤪

But! ‘In the moment’ is actually the best time to take inventory of our physical and emotional health, and revisit our business goals:

➡️ Is this all working the way I want it to?

➡️ Do I have full control of my business, or is the business controlling me? The self-eval training is a prerecorded guide for you to use in your own down time.

Then! Stephanie Booth is leading a live training on Tuesday, 7/26 at 3:00pm PST. Stephanie has had such an incredible impact on my life and my own business, I cannot wait for you to meet her!

As a mindset coach, she’ll be covering the following important topics:

• 3 types of boundaries

• How to find your own boundaries

• Learning your body's boundary signals

And finally, I share an update on my recent work schedule changes, and how it's working for me. I'd love to hear how you create your own personal work schedule, and how it serves you best.

Hope you have a wonderful week! Take care of yourself and keep drinking your water and getting the rest your pretty little self needs! Xo

When launching a bridal sewing business, how do we find the perfect balance between family and work? In this episode, fellow seamstress Jessica Anselmi shares the real life struggles and victories she’s had since starting her own business in 2020.

Jessica is as relatable as you get, and I know you’ll be nodding along with her stories and personal testimony! Within the alterations industry, especially one that revolves around seasonal weddings, it can be tough to find a balance. When do we say ‘no’, or when can we justify the busy schedule with the added income? Each of us needs to find that sweet spot, and it’s okay if it takes a few years to get there. If you’re in the thick of it now, know that you’re not alone, and that smoother days are up ahead!

To get to know Jessica better, follow her on Instagram at @jessicalaurynalterations

Booking day-of dressing services is becoming a more mainstream luxury for brides. For bridal seamstresses, this can be a fun way to see the dress all the way through its course, and serve your favorite brides in a really special way! Your day-of dressing packages can include whatever services you feel comfortable offering: steaming, bustling, on-the scene stain removal, etc...and you can of course set a limit on how many brides you serve per wedding season.

Are you intrigued yet? Tune in to hear the steps Francesca took to build her own styling business, and how you can add this service to your own bridal sewing business!

This title says it all! After you hear Audrey’s inspirational story, you’ll be encouraged to start your own sewing journey, and take the risk to bet on yourself!

Audrey started her New England sewing business at the impressive age of 19, right out of high school. While her peers were applying to colleges, she was planning her career path and took it one step further: she went full speed ahead and opened a professional space. The results are so impressive, and she can only keep growing.

If you’re feeling limited, discouraged, maybe a little unsure about the growth that can come with opening your own business, listen to this episode and take a note from Audrey herself! Her bravery is contagious.

I loved hearing her story, her excitement and zeal for Rose Fine Alterations, and the pride she has in her accomplishments. I know you will too! To follow Audrey’s journey on Instagram, search for @rosefinealterations

Thursday & Friday, April 21/22, 10:00am PST- 11:00am PST, join me for a free masterclass!

We'll be spending 2 days together to build tiered package offers for future clients, along with a descriptive investment guide.

Tune in to this week's episode for more info.

Can't make the live training but you still want the goods? Register anyway, and I'll be happy to send you the replay. Click the link below to register!

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61e636816758a3ddd643fa31

Last week we dreamed of the big goals, and this week we're setting up actionable steps for success!

As entrepreneurs, we can get 'stuck' in the details when it comes to pursuing our dreams.

But what is the first literal step we need to take to achieve the goals?

In this episode, I offer 10 easy, actionable steps that can jumpstart your momentum. Sometimes we just need that first move to get the ball rolling!

Remember that every actionable step you take in your business, no matter how small, will work in your favor and move you closer to the goal.

Celebrate the wins, and give yourself grace when you're trying something new. You're so brave to share yourself and your talents with the world like this!

Just think...a year from now, you'll see the fruit of your labor, and be so happy that you kept going.

For further reading on the topic of small steps reaping BIG rewards, check out James Clear's book, 'Atomic Habits'. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

What goals are YOU working towards? Want to schedule a coaching call to create a personalized, in-depth plan for your business strategy? Let's get started! Head to: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/book-a-11-coaching-call

To register for the upcoming FREE masterclass on creating bridal packages, click this link to register: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61e636816758a3ddd643fa31

Grab a notebook, a cozy beverage, and settle in- because this week's episode requires a little daydreaming!

When is the last time you stepped back to set some goals for your business?

What about goals for your personal growth?

In this episode, I'm giving you permission to dream BIG! Let's put on paper all the goals you have for your bridal sewing business.

I often hear from women within our industry, saying that it's difficult to set goals from a 'business mindset' (like a BOSS!) It's easier for them to float through wedding seasons, barely getting by, and then just feel grateful that they survived and came out the other end with some extra cash in-hand!

Does this sound like you?

If you can relate, then I encourage you to start setting intentional goals for yourself. They don't even all need to be business related ;)

The next step: break the goals down into actionable steps- the smaller the better!

I also share a few tips that have kept me motivated along the way.

What goals are YOU working towards? I'd love to hear about them! Shoot me a DM on Instagram, or email me through the podcast website.

Want to schedule a coaching call to create a personalized, in-depth plan for your business strategy? Let's get started! Head to: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/book-a-11-coaching-call

To register for the upcoming FREE masterclass on creating bridal packages, click this link to register: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61e636816758a3ddd643fa31