These are a few of my favorite things!
Clients are always asking if I have a link… and so I created this resource. I wanted a place where you can find all of my favorite things from programs and apps, business to books, coaches and supporters. Consider this your go-to resource for all my things. (Some of the links on this page may be affiliate links) These are all items I actively use in my own businesses and refer to my clients:
Programs I can’t live without
systemize your business
Dubsado is a business management solution designed to cut out the busywork. Build relationships, schedule appointments, and create workflows to streamline your projects from start to finish.
20% off your first month or year!
On-brand email marketing
One monthly price, unlimited subscribers: unlike competitors, Flodesk doesn’t penalize you for growing your list. Whether you’re looking to start a small newsletter or build an email marketing empire, you pay the same monthly price.
50% off your Flodesk subscription
(it comes to only $19 a month)
Professional email, calendar, online storage, and more
It’s the Gmail you know and love designed for business, with admin controls and no ads. Swap @gmail.com with your own domain to create professional email addresses like yourname@example.com.
20% off the first year on either G Suite Basic plan or G Suite Business plan
PROMO CODES:
G Suite Basic Plan T4F7Y7RRKAJ9ACG
G Suite Business Plan 73C4DWYRTWWXGRC
easy to use online Appointment scheduler
An amazing online assistant, working 24/7 to fill your schedule. Clients can quickly view your real-time availability and self-book their own appointments—and even pay online, reschedule with a click, and eliminate 100% of the back and forth.
Marketing Platform for Instagram
Visually plan, schedule and analyze posts for Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter
For each new friend that signs up with the link below, we both get 10 more posts per month for free once you've both posted to Instagram using Later!
marketing videos for business
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, Animoto makes it easy to create marketing videos that get your brand noticed.
15% off annual business plans with code BUS15 at Animoto
15% Off Annual Professional Plans with code PRO15
Powerful Pinterest Scheduling You'll Love
Automatically Pin at the best times for more engagement, reach, and website traffic with one tool.
Create Live videos Once. Publish Everywhere.
An easy-to-use automation platform that helps entrepreneurs, coaches, and content creators maximize your exposure without spending hours publishing live videos or podcasts to multiple platforms.
Small Business Accounting software
Separate your business and personal expenses. Maximize tax deductions. Calculate quarterly estimated taxes automatically. Track income and expenses. Download transactions from your accounts. Create and send invoices. Prepare and print 1099s.
50% off QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Self-Employed for 6 months
video conferencing & screen sharing
I love using Zoom to host video chat meetings where we can see each other and share screens. You can host up to 100 people at a time and on the lowest paid plan, meetings have an unlimited amount of time. You have a custom meeting id and can connect directly to your gmail calendar to schedule meetings there.
Graphic Design for everyone
Easily create beautiful designs + documents. Use Canva's drag-and-drop feature and professional layouts to design consistently stunning graphics.
When you joins Canva and create a design, we both earn 1 Canva Credit.
Freelance Services
Fiverr empowers entrepreneurs to connect with freelanace pros who can help them do more with less. Create logos or graphic design like flyers and business card design, writers for blog posts, email marketing and more.
Sign up on Fiverr & get 20% off your first purchase.
Name tags for networking
You all know I believe in the power of a name tag at every event! No more missed branding opportunities. Make sure to order a few so you can keep them in your car, bag, office and drawer. Never leave someone without knowing your name ever again.
10% off of your purchase with code ‘WVM10’
Rubber Stamps
Brand your business mailing with custom stamps such as return address, your logo, and so much more! (I love the self inking stamps)
10% off of your purchase with code ‘WVM10’
Personalized Gifts For Every Occasion
Celebrate the art of gift giving with beautiful custom gifts. 99% of orders ship next business day! Choose from quality full color printing and custom engraving for a wide range of gifts. Most items have no minimum quantity.
10% off of your purchase with code ‘WVM10’
Custom labels and packaging
Print custom stickers in any shape or size on premium vinyl. Don't stress about quality and durability. These custom stickers feature a special laminate that protects them from exposure to wind, rain and sunlight.
When you join, you'll get a $10 Sticker Mule credit to use on any order of $30 or more!
i also recommend…
Rock Paper Coin is a user-friendly platform (mobile and desktop) that provides event professionals and clients a simple and easy way to process contracts with e-sign, invoices, and payments all with the click of a button.
Use code WEDDINGVENUEMAP during sign-up for a free year's subscription!!!!
THE LARGEST CONFERENCE FOR WEDDING PROs
With over 120 educational seminars, Wedding MBA is the must-attend event for wedding professionals looking to take their businesses to the next level. Find out the latest in business, tech, trends, and more during this 2.5 day resource-packed event.
Use code shannont for $20 off your ticket price
Wedding PR Resources
Members of the OFD Collective enjoy unprecedented access to wedding publicity opportunities, as well as ongoing support from our experienced wedding PR team.
*I’ve been published over 50 times*
$20 off your monthly rate for the lifetime of the membership (code shannon)
Wedding Research Company
Work in the wedding industry or need wedding market data? Do you invest in social media or google advertising? This site provide realistic, unbiased wedding statistics in 30,000+ U.S. geographical locations. The Wedding Report, Inc. is a research company that tracks and forecasts number of weddings, spending, and consumer trends for the wedding industry. Ask me how to use this resource!
scalable marketing strategies
Get simple, scalable solutions that grow your business no matter what happens online or in your market. CLIENT CLARITY AND MARKET RESEARCH. CONTENT + EDITORIAL STRATEGIES. CAMPAIGN SETUP AND OPTIMIZATION.
Social Media Audit
Do you want a high converting business page on Facebook and Instagram that turns viewers into paying customers with a personalized social media audit? The audit a simple and effective way to make sure your page isn't turning away leads, and more importantly, revenue.
***Personally had her do both the Wedding Venue Map pages and it was REALLY eye opening
Wedding Industry Marketing Expert
Known as one of the marketing thought leaders of the wedding and event industry, Brian Lawrence has designed numerous websites and helped the online visibility of numerous venues and wedding vendors across the country. He is recommended by The Venue Association, industry icon Alan Berg, and DJ Vault founder Joe Bunn. His SEO approach is industry-specific and is superior to generic approaches by SEO generalists. Check out his portfolio and reputation on www.brianlawrence.com.
Where I Connect with my people
Central Florida Wedding Association
Local wedding professionals you can trust! As the only professional wedding association for wedding pros in CFL, we understand the unique challenges you face. This community offers a broad range of networking, programs and support to help their members advance their goals.
P.S. I’m the President - :)
Wedding Venue Map
Wedding Venue Map is a print and digital resource that connects engaged couples at the very beginning stages of wedding planning with local Central Florida venues and vendors.
NACE -
The National Association for Catering and Events
The world's leading association of caterers, event professionals and special event services that provides resources to the special event industry. Networking, education and business development are the legacies NACE has to offer members, their clients, and businesses.
I Said yes!
I Said Yes! connects Florida couples to perfectly-matched local wedding pros through our wedding shows and date night planning events, as well as our website and wedding planning publication. I love their monthly networking events!
My Amazon faves
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Around The Office
speakers toolkit
home studio
wedding shows
My Bookshelf
Travel Must Haves
Just for Fun
