Party Girl Podcast

Whether your goals are for fitness, starting/growing your business, or just in general... support has been something I've always looked for to feel secure moving forward. But what happens when you don't have it? Then What?  In this episode, I'm sharing my best advise for this challenge.  Here are Three Steps to help you get the support you are needing: 1. Tell the truth about your aspirations. What are you really going for? If you talk small about your goals and dreams you may find that you're not showing up for your goals and dreams in the best way. Tell your supporters what you intend to create in ALL of it's greatness. 2. Lead by example. It’s easy to get defensive when someone shares unsolicited advice, but being the victim isn’t helping your situation. Instead, try talking only about the successes you’re experiencing, no matter how small they seem, so the people around you can see what’s possible for you. 3. Hear their fears. More-than-not, you’re not being supported because the other person is

In this episode I’m sharing the three stages of Content Creation: Self, Collaborative, and Hiring Professionals... take a listen and tell me what stage you’re in.  Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Based on this need for social connection, your reactions to rejection, negative judgment and stinging sarcastic remarks can range from minor hurt to bouts of depression. The ability to let a show of dislike roll off your back is a learned skill. You have to consciously balance your need to be liked with understanding what is true about the current situation. 1. Catch yourself reacting defensively or shutting down. The first step to handling a negative situation is to recognize your reaction. Instead of stuffing your emotions, you need to stop three or four times a day and ask yourself, “What am I feeling?” 2. Ask yourself what is true about the situation. When you sense yourself shutting down or feeling defensive, ask yourself what you believe the person meant to do to you. Did they truly mean to insult you, betray you, disrespect you, or make fun of you? 3. Finally, if you believe the person doesn’t like you, ask yourself whether this matters. Some people will like you. Others will not. Will the person’

Coronavirus and quarantine got you down? Honestly, most days I feel that way too... But each day we have choices, and there is still the option everyday to add value and share your talents with the world! In today's episode I'm sharing the tell-tale signs that you're in desperate need of a batching and content plan for your business. Take the mini quiz to see if this episode could be helpful for you...  You think of what to write each day, and most days you have no idea...  You copy event planning trends and mostly share stock photos or other peoples work.  Your content doesn't have purpose or a call to action... most people don't even realize you're for hire as an event planner  You feel lost and don't know where to start with your content strategy. If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, this episode is for you. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Foll

Today I'm joined by UVU's newest event planning graduate: Paynton Matthews and I'm thrilled for you to listen in! Here are her five biggest takeaways from her time at event planning school: Things go wrong at events and it is out of your control. You have to think quick and not let your client know you are stressing. Think quick on your feet! You have to plan down to every little detail. Even the simplest of tasks can make the biggest difference. You wear many hats as an event planner. Knowing things in every aspect of event planning from audio to catering can be so helpful. Also, you may be a therapist or a seamstress from time to time. Whatever the job calls for! Building a network is so important. Building a network of other event planners and vendors can be helpful in your career. This is a stressful job (always in the top 5 most stressful jobs) it is important to find an activity/hobby outside of work (like dirtylicious) that can help you de-stress after work. It is very important for your mental h

Whether you've put your own business on hold or been furloughed... event planners need to maintain relationships. Eventually, things will go back to normal and events will happen again. You have two choices here: 1. Do nothing (come on girl, you're better than that!) or 2. Stay in contact the best way you know how. Think of creative ways to keep in touch with clients and vendors, like putting more into social media or tagging them in a past event post. Now more than ever, it's important to post regularly on Instagram and LinkedIn so people know you are here and working, even if we are in remote offices. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

I'm BAAAAAAACK!!!! It's been almost two months and between homeschooling and the quarantine fifteen (weight gain), I've decided it's time to get back into the swing sharing and doing what brings me joy... and that is my event planning journey. So let's get caught up and I'm ready to dive back in. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

If you've ever thought about hosting your own event, you've probably already fantasized about the little event details from start to finish. While the event specifics are important, don't forget about all of the things you need to do to sell tickets. In this episode I'm uncovering the best kept secrets for even more success, take a listen. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

We're only three months into the year, and I've already had one of the biggest emotional (like, ugly cry emotional) breakdowns ever. This episode is pretty raw and emotional for me, I hope as you listen you take away the need to keep going, and pressing forward with your dreams. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

In this episode I'm wrapping up the second part of the Customizable Event Planning Checklist. There are many moving parts on event day (Regardless of what type of event you've planned), and inevitably, unexpected situations will arise. If you don’t have the day-of-event details outlined to a tee in your Customizable Event Planning Checklist, you won'y miss anything. Which instead of showing up later as a big problem, the client and guest's will have no idea something even went wrong.  There’s no need for that added stress when you can use your checklist to create a thorough day-of-event schedule. That’s precisely why you’ll want to keep track of every single thing that can affect the guest and client experience. It’s the little details that make a big difference.  Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

If event's are something you think you can simply list out in your mind, think again. In this episode, I'm talking about my best kept secret to why my events are so successful: Customizable Checklists Part 1! Planning an event involves layers upon layers of details. From the pre-planning stage to the day-of-event logistics, there’s a lot to keep track of. If you keep all those details in your head, you've already failed. You've got to be able to share your event plan with others, because people aren't mind readers.  Click here to grab my free checklist downloads: http://housewife2hostess.com/2014/01/free-printable-checklists/ Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Happy [Belated] Valentines Day! This one will be less about business, and more about the behind-the-scenes of my relationship... In this episode, I'm sharing 100 reasons why I love my husband Nick. I hope as you listen you understand that our marriage didn't start off in a perfect or easy way, but through therapy and opening our hearts we've created one of the best relationships I've ever known.  He works hard. He has a job. He’s an amazing father He’s a human jungle gym for the kids. He wants the best for our kids. He helps with the kids all the time. He’s irresistible. He’s kind. He is willing to watch romantic movies with me. He cracks up at YouTube Memes He’s not a whiner. He’s a good leader. I can trust his judgment. He does the right thing, even when he doesn’t want to. He tries to please me. He’s likes getting lots of information, before making a decision. He’s inventive. He loves to get his hands dirty. He’s adventurous. He’s dependable. He takes comm

In this episode I'm sharing ALL OF MY THOUGHTS, good and bad, with you about my event last weekend: The Powerful Women Dance Party. When you plan your own events, there is a lot to do, be aware of and in charge of... So when this opportunity came to plan a party for someone else (at one of my FAVORITE hotels in Utah) I jumped at the chance. Here is what I learned, and my biggest takeaways. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

If you want to be a professional, you have to do what the professionals do. In this episode, we'll discuss the benefits (and really teach you the benefits) of why you should be batching your content. Batching is beneficial for multiple areas of your life, but especially when it comes to content creation.  I'll also dive into my most recent blog post and give you all of the behind the scenes of what and why I wrote what I did and how you can show up as an event planning expert in your corner of the interwebs. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Are you a fan of Chick-Fil-A?  Whether you love their food or not, we can all agree that as far as fast food goes, they have nailed their niche,  customer interaction, company culture and guest experience. The result is them making almost double the revenue that a McDonalds makes per location, and are one of the largest family owned businesses in the United States. Here are my five biggest take aways from this Chicken-chain that apply to EVERY business. 1. Look for Opportunities 2. Create a Superior Customer Experience 3. Give the employees (and yourself) freedom to make choices that benefit the customer and business 4. Build Your Community and Get Involved 5. Businesses Don't Succeed or Fail, People Do. Final thoughts from the Chick-Fil-A Founder himself: “In the end, remember that businesses don’t succeed or fail. People do.” -Truett Cathy And that is why his company still succeeds. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https:

Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Carly from @partywithCarly today and to learn more about her journey becoming an event planner. She is such a smart, talented and hardworking person, I'm also honored to have her as one of my students in the Party Planner Academy! In this episode, we'll discuss what's going on in her world, some really exciting opportunities she's had and her favorite book "Big Magic"... take a listen. WATCH Carly on KSL HERE. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Have you ever chosen a special "word" to help you set the intention for your year?  My word for 2020 is something that I've always struggled with and in this episode I'm sharing 6 ways that I'm using this word to motivate me and keep me on track with my goals for the year. Take a listen... “IF IT’S TO BE, IT’S UP TO ME.” — WILLIAM JOHNSON Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Everyone has a story. But have you ever noticed how some stories are instantly captivating, while others make you want to do anything but listen to them? This isn't because some stories are better than others, it's all about how stories are told. The way you tell a story will make all the difference and can be the difference in the listener becoming a HUGE fan or feeling like they've heard enough. Take a listen and learn how to implement these 5 steps to telling better stories. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Oh hello there 2020... I'm FINALLY joining the party after a major regroup because of some changes in my professional life... Take a listen while I get you caught up. Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/

Building relationships can be tough, especially when the gestures aren't reciprocated. Have you ever felt FOMO or left out because you weren't a part of something? I totally have and it's hard, but here are some of the 5 things that have helped me overcome feelings of self doubt and start creating relationships you love. In this episode I'm breaking down the 5 methods that have helped me: 1. Go First 2. Smile 3. Go the extra mile 4. Ask for what you want 5. Stand out Join my FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1022355027901093/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsey.curtis/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyplanneracademy/