5 Things that SUCK about being an Event Planner!! [Business]

[@TheNrodr690]

Omg!! I live in SoCal too!!! I just lost my job due to covid. I was a Senior Event Manager for Marriott. I worked for 15 years and have done every type of event, social, corporate, weddings. Outside catering weddings etc. I have decided to use my job loss and start my own event planning business. It so weird but even though I have so much experience with the hotel event planning experience I am so nervous and don’t know where to start with my own business. I am watching all your videos and look forward to making this happen even through covid. Hope all is well!

[@MariaRuiz-ii1sn]

Omg that’s my dream job!! can you share a little bit about how you became an event manager at the marriott? thanks❤

[@sarahberkner]

I hope your business or whatever job you're in now is going well. I graduated in 2020 with a Hospitality degree, I joke that I have the worst timing, it's like getting a pilot license just before 9/11. But I found my first event planning job in 2022 which isn't too bad.

[@IamNtombizandile]

Thank you for sharing your experience in envent planning. Im in the process of starting my business and your channel is very helpful.

[@BashBesties]

Of course, I'm glad my videos are helpful. I hope my experiences are offering an authentic real life perspective on the industry for you all. I think I'll be adding a purely EP channel in the coming months, so I can put more related topics up on that, so be sure to look out for updates. Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@BashBesties]

If you're interested I'm going to be splitting my channels up in the coming months. I am starting a new one that is purely for Event Planning topics, so first I'm trying to get as many of my EP viewers over there so I can start putting up content. If you could subscribe to that channel if you're interested in seeing more EP related topics I would love to have you!! Here's the link: kzbin.info/door/XSZDDiw2XLAjaTa0nZnHhg Thanks so much! xo ❤️

[@Mommatryx]

I know this was a few years ago now, but I thought I would chime in with my comment anyways :P I see everyone saying that it takes up so much of your time, and you don't get to spend it with family. I just started my business and I must have started it in the OFF season because I haven't had a single client yet...I get discouraged some days, but then I am just eager to start lol. I just opened this month, so I am trying to stay positive and work on my stationary, I have a website and business cards, made socials for the business and just wish I could book someone soon. How long did it take to book your first client??

[@candicep3733]

So I'm fresh out of college I earned my bachelor's in business management and minored in hospitality. I need some advice on where and how to start.

[@BashBesties]

I would recommend starting your website first and foremost, maybe reaching out to a local planner or firm and asking if you can do an apprenticeship to gain experience. Or you can start volunteering to plan your close ones events. My guide is helpful for getting your. business started from the ground up, links are in the bio! 💕

[@toyawrightmichael8036]

You gave some of the best advice I ever heard for starting a event planning business! TFS!

[@BashBesties]

Thanks hun, I’m glad it reached you, wishing you the best in 2020! 💕

[@sarahberkner]

I think some people are not cut out to be event planners because they just are unable to plan things ahead and they take things one day at a time (related to the second one) or they are not very detail-oriented. More long-term planning is difficult for me but I'm working on it. It's best to work backwards from the event and decide when different things need to be done so that everything is done on time, and allow yourself extra time in case things go wrong.

[@BisABis7]

Girl!!! The rude and needy clients!!!! Like you said, I mostly get amazing clients but I’m dealing with a doozy right now. I’m looking into incorporating corporate events into my business. Have you thought of doing that?

[@BashBesties]

Same, most of my clients are a dream, but occasionally you’ll get the doozy like you said...that you probably knew you shouldn’t have booked in the first place 😩😂 Isn’t it funny how you can usually spot them right off the bat by their tone, questions, or mannerisms. I’ve learned to spot them ahead of time and I’m like “Thank you for your inquiry, but I’m not taking on any more clients at this time.” Occasionally one slips through, I had one last year and I refunded her deposit and cordially sent her on her way. I appreciate and treat equally all my prospective clients, but I just can’t deal with those that don’t respect me, my business, or my craft.... You better get them corporate checks sis!! Yasss!!🙌🏼🙌🏼 Girl I have thought, I get inquiries and the budgets are insane sometimes. 😮 I turn most down because I’m focusing on this side of my business right now and perfecting my children’s one so that hopefully it can almost run on autopilot someday soon. I’m a perfectionist and a stress ball so I can’t juggle too many major career changes at once without losing my mind 🤦🏽‍♀️🤣

[@aprildae8930]

This is certainly good food for thought, especially the time part. Thank you.

[@BashBesties]

Hello April, yes definitely something to think about! For anyone thinking of becoming an event planner, but especially those looking to quit their current job and replace it with event planning. Thanks so much for watching!! ❤️

[@BashBesties]

If you're interested I'm going to be splitting my channels up in the coming months. I am starting a new one that is purely for Event Planning topics, so first I'm trying to get as many of my EP viewers over there so I can start putting up content. If you could subscribe to that channel if you're interested in seeing more EP related topics I would love to have you!! Here's the link: kzbin.info/door/XSZDDiw2XLAjaTa0nZnHhg Thanks so much! xo ❤️

[@nishushashwat]

Hi I'm from India And i'm also from event Industry and Thank you for showing event planner's hardwork 👌👌👌👌👌

[@felishareed8594]

Hi! Thank you so much! Very good info that you gave us! Can you please give tips on how to price for parties and how to get customers from the higher class areas near my home?

[@BashBesties]

Hi Felisha, I'm glad you enjoyed the video, definitely some food for thought! Yes I can, I will note down your video idea, I think that's a really good topic actually that I never thought of! (How to get higher end clients.) I will definitely work on it! Thanks so much for watching!! :)

[@BashBesties]

If you're interested I'm going to be splitting my channels up in the coming months. I am starting a new one that is purely for Event Planning topics, so first I'm trying to get as many of my EP viewers over there so I can start putting up content. If you could subscribe to that channel if you're interested in seeing more EP related topics I would love to have you!! Here's the link: kzbin.info/door/XSZDDiw2XLAjaTa0nZnHhg Thanks so much! xo ❤️

[@felishareed8594]

Awesome!! You ROCK!!

[@felishareed8594]

Done!! Great idea!! Thank you soooooooo much!! :)

[@asianataliamhina3987]

@@BashBesties Done

[@tropiccoils4220]

Thank you for giving a full perspective!

[@BashBesties]

Of course, thanks for watching! 💕

[@jamiepender4271]

I’m in my second year of studying event management in college and them I have another 3 To go, can’t wait to become an event manager for a company

[@HashtagCareerGoals]

In your experience in college, do you think it is very necessary to get a degree to become an event manager?

[@yasminelopez5516]

@@HashtagCareerGoals it gives you a competitive edge against other people

[@gorgeousbydesignevents3286]

Thanks for being so transparent. Very helpful.

[@BashBesties]

Thank you, I definitely try to be! 💕

[@Kuku....]

Thanks alot learning from you I must agree with everything you have said

[@BashBesties]

That’s awesome, I’m glad you agree! Good luck to you!! 💕

[@dwilliams3826]

Use to work in events and I put it down because of time and commitment, however, I love events!!! I wish I would have heard this 7 years ago.

[@BashBesties]

Yes, I believe a lot of people have the same experience! I think everyone doesn't really realize how much they'll be giving up or how not being able to attend family events and important occasions really effect them until they're already in it. I'm right there with you, I love events, but the commitment is heavy. Hope you were able to find your second passion since then! ❤

[@Daniel-zr1wd]

I still study Event Management and can to become Event Branch Manager also

[@tonemac6558]

i gave up event planning 10 years ago. it was the best decision of my life. Sure, the money is good but the stress and anxiety is not worth it. 80% of clients are rude and throw tantrums if they don't get their way. They also watch you like a hawk 24/7 to ensure that every detail is done OVER and above their already strenuous expectations. The very last event i planned, the client got mad when i forgot the candles. I rang the client and argued with them saying "that's whats you get if you don't tip. Pay peanuts and you get peanuts.'' This enraged them. Had to laugh. It was the end of 12 years of stress for me!

[@BashBesties]

I completely understand what you’re saying. I do believe that although anyone can plan or learn to plan actual events, a career in event planning is just not sustainable mentally for everyone, (especially if you run a small business and not a firm with a lot of help). I try to offer people the tips on how to create a business that works with their passions and lifestyles so that they don’t run into the kinds of issues you described repeatedly and get discouraged, but as you know well running into problem clients is inevitable. People have to know what’s right for their soul, glad you were able to make the decision that was right for your happiness and mental health!

[@tonemac6558]

@@BashBesties Thank you for your kind words. Much appreciated.

[@Phyllisjordan2006]

I can relate to this so much. Been doing events for 14 years. The amount of stress and anxiety you experience, hard work during set ups and breakdown, hours on the road at times and clients who refuse to pay is enough for me to give it up. Ill rather branch out into equipment rentals. It truly is a thankless job.

[@mahnoorcheema6223]

Hi I'm currently in high school senior year, im supposed to choose my subjects for college. I'm very interested in planning events so can you please lead me on what subjects would you would recommend for me to take in college?

[@BashBesties]

That’s awesome you’re starting out so early! A couple videos back I uploaded a video on the best majors to take in college for event planning, it breaks it down in the order I think and why! Make sure to check it out! 💕

[@mahnoorcheema6223]

Miss Event Planner oh alright thank you so much!!

[@HashtagCareerGoals]

Careers in hospitality are a good entry point, also there are some colleges or instituyes where you can study event management. Also starting from the bottom like an assistant is very valuable becausr you learn every aspect and can build your way up.

[@theresadyson61]

I concur with everything you said!

[@BashBesties]

I’m glad someone knows what I’m talking about! 🙌🏼💁🏽‍♀️

[@nadaabdul916]

Thank you so much that helps me a lot 😊

[@BashBesties]

Of course Nada, so happy it did! ❤

[@nadiademchuk7658]

I’m down for everything but losing my weekend😢

[@BashBesties]

I know, right... I feel ya, it's a huge sacrifice!

[@godiva1984]

So insightful thank you

[@BashBesties]

Of course, thank you for watching! ❤

[@coreymercer4274]

@@BashBesties thanks for taking the time out to be a educator. It means the world 🌎

[@akeelahsanders5668]

What bachelors degrees do you need and how do you get them😭college? School?

[@BashBesties]

This video will tell you all you need to know babe! 💕 How to become an Event Planner!! ll Get certified? What's the best major to get a degree? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHTIoKWXmMyqhsk

[@deburritocanales4618]

Question: how does vacation work for you?

[@BashBesties]

It doesn’t 😆...no but seriously I usually take time off during the holidays. I have children so sometimes I must take time off because they are home on vacation from school, but I usually just fit time like that in on the fly. Taking a vacation has never been made a priority for me, which is why I used to experience a lot of. burnout and get really stressed out. Now I’m more selective of the parties I take on, so I’m able to squeeze in time off and usually take longer “vacation” breaks during the holiday season because generally client requests slow down then anyways.

[@deburritocanales4618]

@@BashBesties thank you very very much! I just want to know what I’ll be getting into if I decide on this career.

[@BashBesties]

I think in this business taking a vacation is totally necessary and worth scheduling out. The nice thing is it is a more flexible career and there is the opportunity to do so since you make your own calendar. It’s just a lot of times you might schedule something and then a client calls for that exact date and you may not want to pass up the money or the opportunity. You just have to make sure to let them know you’re unavailable. For me sometimes in the past I’d just cancel my time off and take the party...which can be really bad for your mental health. In this industry it’s really important to take time off when you need it especially if you’re running a small biz where everything lands on you. 😊

[@nawalsahlawi292]

Peace be upon you, my name is Nawal. I love you so much, and I like what you're offering. I'll be very happy to get in touch with you. 😘❤️

[@karimazulkarnain8321]

Please do you pay your transport urself or by the client?

[@BashBesties]

Hello Karina 😊, clients pay for travel fees. I have my own vehicle that we use, but client pays for those transportation costs (gas/travel time, mileage).

[@karimazulkarnain8321]

@@BashBesties okay thanks soo much am grateful

[@karimazulkarnain8321]

@@BashBesties ohk

[@karimazulkarnain8321]

@@BashBesties okay thanks soo much am grateful

[@alu9360]

Is it possible to work independently and to found an own business/company? :)

[@adyashaanuskarout7826]

Does event manager plan event in another country?

[@BashBesties]

A lot of times here in the US we interchange or combine event planner with other event roles, but an event manager by definition wouldn’t be the one planning the actual event but overseeing it. 💖

[@adyashaanuskarout7826]

@@BashBesties oh thank you can I ask another question?

[@BashBesties]

Of course!

[@adyashaanuskarout7826]

@@BashBesties can event manager travel from one country to another ? actually I love traveling and I want to become an event manager that's why. Hehe

[@maahhhi]

Will event management will work after the covid 19 thing?

[@BashBesties]

Yes of course, COVID 19 will pass eventually. Just because people haven’t been able to have in person events it doesn’t mean they don’t want to..there will always be a job for event planners it may just look different in the future. Now event managers in business settings may be a little different and many businesses will probably keep with the virtual aspect as they’ve done during COVID for the most part from here on out. But that doesn’t mean there’s not a place or need for an event manager within the new post COVID event space either.

[@kenya1067]

🤔 I've helped with two weddings but this is something I thought I'd grow up to do.... I'm on the fence I want to make beautiful events but for like three years I'm undecided. (the weddings I did were exhausting and I kind of hated it, but the potential greatness keeps me wondering...) Possibly going into finance and just host parties. Idk 😐

[@BashBesties]

Well, the best thing you can do if you're unsure is research and experimenting. You are already doing both, so you're on the right track! I think the potential to create amazing events is what keeps a lot of people fantasizing about being an event planner. (Myself included.) If I'm honest with myself, I have a love/hate relationship with my profession. I love planning, decorating, and creating and the end result. I hate the level of stress it causes me and weekends away from my family. So, what I've done is started to tailor my business and my profession as a whole to what I feel comfortable more with and what makes me happy. Not what I'm required to be by industry or society standards. I'm building my own event planning career! I always dream of doing amazing high end luxury events with big budgets like you see all over Pinterest, but then I think about the amount of time and stress that would be to produce an event like that, and it steers me away every time. So, you have to decide what makes you happy in this industry if you choose to pursue it! Maybe it's taking smaller scale social events, rather than weddings. Maybe it's being a part time planner, taking only 1 or 2 events a month, or every other month. Just enough to explore your creative outlet and/or bring in a little extra cash. Just know that you can be whatever kind of planner you want! Best wishes!

[@kenya1067]

Thank you so much 😊😊😊😊😊 I think I know now. Focus focus focus. Doing one or two events here and there is a great idea. It'll fill that creative need without draining me 💖sorry to keep commenting but I'm really grateful. I finally decided 😊

[@BashBesties]

@@kenya1067 You already sound more relieved, so glad to hear! No worries, keep commenting, I love to read them! Sorry it took so long to respond I for some reason YT doesn't alert you to comments in the same feed after the first one, so just seeing this now. I hope you've been able to explore your creativity a little more since you wrote this. Best wishes love! ❤

[@HashtagCareerGoals]

I think you already have your answer. If you didn't love it those 2 time you won't love it for the rest of your life

[@zinniahardy8887]

I'm definitely subbing 🤗

[@BashBesties]

Welcome to the family Zinnia! ❤

[@ederlemansonhing5292]

Thx for sharing

[@BashBesties]

Thanks or watching, I appreciate you!! ❤️

[@barbaraannjelksogwu5049]

Thank You

[@BashBesties]

Thank you for watching Barbara! ❤

[@terridavid741]

My kids are older 12 and 17. I incorporate them in my business

[@asianataliamhina3987]

Thank you😘😘

[@BashBesties]

Thank you for watching Asia!! ❤

[@asrellasitgetsjones4115]

Your really just complaining

[@BashBesties]

Kind of the point of the video hun 😉

[@onenighttoremember]

Although I love working in the event industry it's very hard. After all this is a cons video... And its very helpful for professionals.

[@BashBesties]

Industry professionals will understand the point of the video on another level and it’s meant to give a clear idea of the cons that arise working in this field using my personal examples. Many people who aren’t in the industry assume it’s very glamorous, but as you mentioned it’s very hard work and not everyone can handle the cons of it once they start. There’s definitely pros, but that’s not what this particular video is about. Thank you for understanding the true meaning behind it @onenighttoremember ! 💕