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Business Breakthrough- Petal and Plume

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Welcome to The Floral Hustle, the go-to podcast for florists and creative entrepreneurs! In today’s episode, we delve into a live coaching session with Whitley, a budding floral designer from Mississippi. Join us as Jeni, our host, helps Whitley navigate the complexities of starting and scaling a floral design business. Whether you're a seasoned florist or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

Episode Highlights:

  1. Starting Out - Whitley shares her journey from testing the waters at bridal expos to launching her business, Petal and Plume, focusing on faux and dried floral arrangements and stationery design.
  2. Challenges Faced - From balancing motherhood and a full-time job to stepping into the entrepreneurial world, Whitley discusses the hurdles of a new business.
  3. Live Coaching - Jeni dives into strategies for differentiating a business in a competitive market, focusing on high-quality silk flowers and unique rental offerings.
  4. Marketing Insights - Tips on how to stand out through marketing, creating high-quality product offerings, and pricing strategies that reflect the lasting value of faux florals.
  5. Future Plans - Whitley explores her aspirations to include fresh florals and expand her services to weddings, highlighting an upcoming project with a unique “deep sea odyssey” theme.

Timestamps:

01:37 Meet Whitley: A New Floral Business on the Rise
02:55 Diving into the Floral Business: Challenges and Aspirations
05:13 Whitley's First Official Wedding Gig
14:08 The Art of Pricing: Faux vs. Real Flowers
18:18 Streamlining Business Operations: Quotes and Contracts
24:33 Navigating the Legal Landscape: LLCs and S Corps
26:07 Enhancing Client Interaction: From Inquiry to Contract
27:59 Exploring Communication Platforms for Client Meetings
28:21 Crafting Quotes and Negotiating Prices
29:29 Rethinking Rental Package Pricing
31:03 Customizing Rental Packages: Semi-Custom vs. Full Custom
32:01 Incorporating Fees into Pricing Strategy
35:11 Marketing Strategies: Bridal Expos and Email Blasts
39:00 Networking with Wedding Professionals and Venues
46:12 Creative Approaches to Floral Arrangements and Business Expansion

Key Takeaways:

  • Importance of networking and visibility through bridal expos and collaborations.
  • Strategic pricing and product quality as differentiators in a niche market.
  • Leveraging personal stories and business challenges in marketing to connect with audiences.

Whitley is the creative mind behind Petal and Plume, a floral design business specializing in faux and dried flowers based in Mississippi. With a background in graphic design and a passion for florals, she brings a unique blend of creativity and business acumen to the wedding industry. http://www.thepetalandplume.com Or follow at @‌petal.plume

Don’t forget to follow us on @‌thefloralhustle and visit our website at thefloralhustle.com for more resources and episode updates. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Thank you for tuning into The Floral Hustle. Join us next week for another insightful episode designed to help you bloom in the business of flowers! Want to be featured on a Biz Breakthrough Coaching Episode?

Apply at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb0y1UXFqVNCbyhp92V1x4r8RSGEIlJ6MJIBHiY_4aZ52aMw/viewform?usp=sf_link

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Welcome to The Floral Hustle, the go-to podcast for florists and creative entrepreneurs! In today’s episode, we delve into a live coaching session with Whitley, a budding floral designer from Mississippi. Join us as Jeni, our host, helps Whitley navigate the complexities of starting and scaling a floral design business. Whether you're a seasoned florist or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

Episode Highlights:

  1. Starting Out - Whitley shares her journey from testing the waters at bridal expos to launching her business, Petal and Plume, focusing on faux and dried floral arrangements and stationery design.
  2. Challenges Faced - From balancing motherhood and a full-time job to stepping into the entrepreneurial world, Whitley discusses the hurdles of a new business.
  3. Live Coaching - Jeni dives into strategies for differentiating a business in a competitive market, focusing on high-quality silk flowers and unique rental offerings.
  4. Marketing Insights - Tips on how to stand out through marketing, creating high-quality product offerings, and pricing strategies that reflect the lasting value of faux florals.
  5. Future Plans - Whitley explores her aspirations to include fresh florals and expand her services to weddings, highlighting an upcoming project with a unique “deep sea odyssey” theme.

Timestamps:

01:37 Meet Whitley: A New Floral Business on the Rise
02:55 Diving into the Floral Business: Challenges and Aspirations
05:13 Whitley's First Official Wedding Gig
14:08 The Art of Pricing: Faux vs. Real Flowers
18:18 Streamlining Business Operations: Quotes and Contracts
24:33 Navigating the Legal Landscape: LLCs and S Corps
26:07 Enhancing Client Interaction: From Inquiry to Contract
27:59 Exploring Communication Platforms for Client Meetings
28:21 Crafting Quotes and Negotiating Prices
29:29 Rethinking Rental Package Pricing
31:03 Customizing Rental Packages: Semi-Custom vs. Full Custom
32:01 Incorporating Fees into Pricing Strategy
35:11 Marketing Strategies: Bridal Expos and Email Blasts
39:00 Networking with Wedding Professionals and Venues
46:12 Creative Approaches to Floral Arrangements and Business Expansion

Key Takeaways:

  • Importance of networking and visibility through bridal expos and collaborations.
  • Strategic pricing and product quality as differentiators in a niche market.
  • Leveraging personal stories and business challenges in marketing to connect with audiences.

Whitley is the creative mind behind Petal and Plume, a floral design business specializing in faux and dried flowers based in Mississippi. With a background in graphic design and a passion for florals, she brings a unique blend of creativity and business acumen to the wedding industry. http://www.thepetalandplume.com Or follow at @‌petal.plume

Don’t forget to follow us on @‌thefloralhustle and visit our website at thefloralhustle.com for more resources and episode updates. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Thank you for tuning into The Floral Hustle. Join us next week for another insightful episode designed to help you bloom in the business of flowers! Want to be featured on a Biz Breakthrough Coaching Episode?

Apply at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb0y1UXFqVNCbyhp92V1x4r8RSGEIlJ6MJIBHiY_4aZ52aMw/viewform?usp=sf_link

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