{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"You've Booked the Venue...Now What?","description":"\u201cYou\u2019ve Booked the Venue\u2026 Now What? Non-Traditional Next Steps to Keep Your Wedding Planning Calm and Intentional\u201d Episode Summary: You\u2019ve booked your venue, maybe even secured a photographer, and now you\u2019re wondering\u2026 what\u2019s next? In this episode, I walk you through the crucial next steps after booking your venue, with surprising non-traditional tips to make your wedding day flow smoothly and feel truly yours. From defining the guest experience before choosing d\u00e9cor, to reverse-engineering your timeline, designing the reception energy, evaluating vendors, and creating a flex fund to protect your peace of mind, I cover it all. Plus, hear a real-life example of how a first look can transform your day. We\u2019ll also show you how to use your Wedding Planner Starter Bundle, including the Bridal Gown Worksheet, Venue Comparison Worksheet, and Florals Checklist, to make intentional decisions with confidence. If you\u2019re feeling unsure, I\u2019ll explain how a focused one-hour session with me can help you clarify your next steps and feel calm, confident, and organized. What You\u2019ll Learn in This Episode:  How to define your guest experience before choosing d\u00e9cor Practical ways to communicate your guest count without stress How to reverse-engineer your wedding timeline with real examples Why many couples choose a first look and how it frees up cocktail hour How to design your reception energy to match your personality Tips for trusting your gut with vendor communication How to set up a Flex Fund to protect your peace of mind How to leverage your Wedding Planner Starter Bundle worksheets How a one-hour session with me can give clarity and direction  Resources Mentioned in This Episode:  Wedding Planner Starter Bundle \u2013 includes Bridal Gown Worksheet, Venue Comparison Worksheet, Florals Checklist Book a 1-Hour Planning Session with Lisa \u2013 private session for $100  &amp;nbsp; Connect with Lisa: Website: Exquisite Events and Consulting Instagram: @BusyBride101 Instagram:  @Exquisite_Events_Consulting Email: lisa@exquisiteevents.info &amp;nbsp; Subscribe &amp;amp; Tune In: Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop once a month. ","author_name":"Busy Bride 101","author_url":"http:\/\/www.exquisiteevents.info","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40288930\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40288930"}