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Welcome to Bosses and Bourbon, a truthcast of real wedding and event bosses, talking shop, swapping the stories & strategies that make their business successful. There may or may not be bourbon.

Krista Chapman of Path & Compass, marketing & strategist to the wedding & event industry works with a lot of smart, hard-working bosses in her consulting work. Entrepreneurs that you’ve never heard of that are rocking out their independent wedding & event businesses. Owner-operators that have created solutions and strategies that WORK. Listen to these candid conversations where Krista and her guest boss, talk shop (maybe over drinks) and get real about running a successful business in today's wedding & event industry.

Have questions or feedback? Contact Krista at krista@bossesandbourbon.com

 

Jan 17, 2019

For this minisode, I am sharing my perspective on selling - specifically focusing on finding solutions for your clients, not selling goods or services. Sounds counter-intuitive but for creative entrepreneurs that often struggle with selling, feeling smarmy or manipulative, this perspective will help change your mindset...


Dec 6, 2018

Today's minisode answers the question - what is a marketing funnel? From the different sections to what sales and marketing activities are in these sections as well as how small businesses and their staff can break a funnel and lose a sale. I share the mistakes I see small businesses make over and over when it comes...


Nov 29, 2018

For today’s episode, I chatted with the Chris-half of Jen & Chris Creed Photography. Jen & Chris are a laid-back wedding photography duo based here in Nashville that loves documenting real moments for joyful couples. Chris also shares my love of traveling, thinking deeply about the big questions in life and fine...


Nov 15, 2018

In this Bosses & Bourbon minisode, I am sharing my how-to process of creating a plan for your small business for the year ahead. I use this 5-part process for my wedding & event clients as well as my own business to create a more intentional business and life. From reviewing the past year, checking in and adjusting to...


Nov 8, 2018

For today’s episode, I chatted with Claire White, founder and owner of White Ink Calligraphy. White Ink Calligraphy provides custom calligraphy for events, weddings, and personal projects.  Claire built White Ink Calligraphy from the ground up, starting on social media (one of the many topics we dug into). She also...