Posts Tagged ‘business tips’
MoneyTalks Recap: Crediting Isn’t Just Nice—It’s Smart Marketing
Giving credit where it’s due isn’t just polite, it’s one of the smartest moves you can make in the events world. In this MoneyTalks session, RPC’s Katie Mast and PartySlate founder Julie Novack showed how proper vendor crediting can protect your reputation and even grow your bookings. Why it matters: Miss a credit, and you…
Read MoreRPC MoneyTalks: Success Isn’t Free: The Truth About Scaling a Business
On social media, success looks glamorous, but the reality for many entrepreneurs is a hidden world of doubt and burnout. In a candid MoneyTalks session, RPC’s Katie Mast and strategist Carissa Kruse got real about the unseen costs of building a business. They discussed why true success isn’t always about “more,” but instead about aligning…
Read More3 Wedding Vendor Contract Clauses You Can’t Live Without
Guest blog written by Ann Koppuzha, @powerhouselegal I recently remembered a story that went viral on TikTok about a bride who freaked out over her wedding photos. This bride went on about how her photos were atrocious and nothing like how she wanted, trying to destroy her wedding photographer online. But as more and more…
Read MoreMoneyTalks Recap: Client Said You’re Too Expensive? Here’s How to Get a YES Anyway
We’ve all been there: you quote your price, and a client pushes back with, “That’s too expensive.” Ouch. But here’s the good news—getting more “yeses” doesn’t have to mean lowering your prices. In our latest RPC MoneyTalks workshop, Katie Mast sat down with Maria Bayer, high-ticket sales strategist and creator of Irresistible Selling. Maria showed…
Read MoreThe Hidden Costs of Running a Business (and How to Avoid Them)
Running a small business is exciting, empowering, and let’s be real, sometimes really expensive. While you’ve probably budgeted for the obvious (gear, marketing, insurance, perhaps even a co-working space), it’s often the hidden costs that sneak up and throw your bottom line off track. The good news? Once you know what to look for, you…
Read MoreYou’re Not an Imposter—You’re a Business Owner (and That’s a Big Deal)
At Rock Paper Coin, we’re all about helping you get paid, get organized, and grow with confidence. But even with the right tools and support, it’s easy to fall into a trap we all know too well: imposter syndrome. In our latest MoneyTalks session, RPC Director of Community Katie Mast sat down with wedding industry…
Read MoreMoneyTalks: How Twah Dougherty Is Rewriting the Rules of Wealth for Entrepreneurs
At Rock Paper Coin, we believe money conversations should be honest, empowering, and judgment-free—especially for business owners navigating the ever-changing world of entrepreneurship. That’s why we created MoneyTalks, a webinar series designed to bring real financial stories and smart strategies to the forefront. In our latest session, Katie Mast sat down with Twah Dougherty—luxury photographer,…
Read MoreNavigating Processing Fees: Should You Pass Them on to Clients?
As a wedding or event vendor, credit card payments are a convenient option for clients. But for businesses, those processing fees can really add up. Many vendors are now considering whether to pass those fees onto their clients. Is it the right choice? In this blog, we’ll break down the pros and cons, explore why…
Read MoreRPC Money Talks Recap: Showing Your Worth Beyond Price
Talking about money with clients can feel awkward, but it doesn’t have to be. In our latest RPC Money Talks webinar, we sat down with Sam Jacobson of Ideaction Consulting to tackle one of the biggest challenges creative business owners face—showing clients the true value of their work beyond just the price tag. Sam shared…
Read MoreRPC Money Talks Recap: The Realities of Working with Your Spouse
In our latest RPC Money Talks webinar, hosted by Katie Mast, Director of Community at Rock Paper Coin, we explored the realities of working with your spouse. Our expert panel featured Kirsten and Maria Palladino (Founders of Equally Wed & Equally Wed Pro), Ian Ramirez and Paul Pettie (Owners of Madera Estates & Venue Help…
Read MoreWedding Vendors Rejoice: The Easy, Affordable Alternative to HoneyBook
When you’re running a wedding business, every tool in your toolkit needs to work for you, not against you. From managing leads to staying on top of invoices and contracts, you need a solution that’s straightforward, reliable, and most importantly, cost-stable. At Rock Paper Coin, we designed a simple CRM that solves wedding vendors’ exact…
Read MoreRPC Money Talks: Pricing and Profit Strategy with KT Merry
In our latest Money Talks webinar, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible KT Merry—a world-renowned photographer, educator, and entrepreneur. KT has built a thriving business by mastering the art of pricing, attracting dream clients, and creating a sustainable career. In this session, she shared valuable insights into the financial side of…
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