Mastering Boundaries and Building a Sustainable Wedding Business with Megan Gillikin, Weddings For Real
If you struggle with hustle culture and work life balance, this episode about slowing down to grow a sustainable, joyful business is game-changing for anyone in the wedding industry.
In this episode, I sit down with Megan Gillikin, wedding pro, educator, speaker, and host of the Weddings for Real podcast. Megan shares her journey from working in hospitality to owning a thriving wedding planning business and eventually becoming a full-time wedding industry educator.
In this episode:
Megan’s unexpected start in the wedding industry, including buying her first business just weeks after her own wedding.
The personal connections that make wedding work so rewarding.
Why burnout is so common for wedding professionals and how to recognize the signs.
Practical strategies to set boundaries, prioritize rest, and rediscover joy in your work.
The importance of running your business like it’s sellable—even if you don’t plan to sell.
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