Navigating 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…

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RPC 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…

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RPC 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…

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Wedding 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…

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RPC 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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Navigating Natural Disasters: A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Preparedness and Recovery

As small business owners, we pride ourselves on being adaptable and resourceful, but the challenges can feel insurmountable when faced with a natural disaster. Fires, floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes are unpredictable, but the impacts on our businesses and communities can be profound. At Rock Paper Coin, we understand the importance of being prepared and having…

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A Case for AI: 4 Ways Wedding Pros Can Save Time, Cut Costs, and Wow Clients

The wedding industry is all about balancing creativity and precision—juggling multiple clients, tight deadlines, and the constant need to deliver personalized experiences. But what if there was a way to streamline your workload without sacrificing quality? Enter AI: a game-changing tool that’s helping wedding professionals work smarter, not harder.   Whether you’re a planner, florist, photographer,…

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Mental Health Day: A Reminder for Wedding Professionals

October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, a global initiative to raise awareness of mental health issues and promote support for those affected. For wedding professionals, who often face high levels of stress and demanding schedules, this day serves as a timely reminder of the importance of prioritizing mental health. The wedding industry can be…

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RPC Unfiltered: The Hard Truths in Wedding Marketing 

Featuring Adrienna McDermott, Wedding Marketing Expert from Ava and The Bee In this episode of RPC Unfiltered, Adrienna McDermott from Ava and The Bee gets real about what actually works in wedding marketing—and what doesn’t. If you think you’ve got it all figured out, you might want to hear her take. Our biggest takeaways: Adriana’s…

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RPC Unfiltered: Thriving, Not Just Surviving, with Natalie Good

Ever wondered what it really takes into building a thriving wedding planning business? In this episode of RPC Unfiltered, we’re getting real with Natalie Good from A Good Affair Wedding and Event Planning. Natalie doesn’t just talk about the highlights—she’s diving into the grit and grace it takes to overcome challenges and create a sustainable…

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Proposals for Planners: A Ring on It, or Not?

So, you’ve got a potential client all fired up about your event planning skills. But before you go into the nitty-gritty, should you send a formal proposal? The answer, like most things in the wedding world, is a resounding “It depends!” Let’s break down when proposals for planners as your planning BFF, and when they…

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