What It Takes to Become a Wedding Planner
If you love the idea of planning one of the most important parties a couple will ever attend, chances are you've thought about becoming a wedding planner. This rewarding career requires several skills and adequate training to ensure success.
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Organization
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You must be organized in order to be a successful wedding planner—clients must know you can remember important dates and appointments. You must schedule meetings with venue owners and negotiate prices and terms for the couple, so an orderly schedule is a must.
Social Skills
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A considerable amount of social interaction is required. You must be friendly and welcoming to your clients to make them comfortable. An ability to network will help create a trusted group of decorators, banquet hall owners, and caterers you can trust to help meet your clients' needs.
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Attention to Detail
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Precision and attention to detail are essential. A bride who wants an exact shade of yellow for reception centerpieces or who requests that bridesmaids walk into the chapel at a certain pace will count on you to ensure her expectations are fulfilled.
Professional Training
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A bachelor's degree in communications or business is ideal. Continuing education in the form of accredited wedding planning courses is available and some companies offer diplomas upon completion of their programs.
Office Space
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If working out of your home, you must designate a space that is just for your company. This will help you to keep all your clients' paperwork in order and is helpful for tax purposes. As your business grows, consider an office space outside the home in a location easy for customers to find.
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