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For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning

For Real is a top 1% podcast for high-achievers who look successful on paper but feel like they’re one group text away from burning it all down. Hosted by Megan Gillikin - serial entrepreneur, business coach, keynote speaker, and recovering people pleaser - this show explores burnout, boundaries, identity shifts, and the brave act of unlearning who you thought you had to be. With unfiltered conversations, “I thought it was just me” moments, and just enough humor to keep it from feeling like group

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All Episodes

28:44

250. Podcast Roundup: WeddingMBA, Workcations, and...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/11/01

Hey friends! Today's episode is a short roundup of a few things I want to share with you, including my thoughts on my upcoming trip to Wedding MBA, my recent Planners Vault Workcation, tips for you on planning your own Workcation, and a quick hitting conversation with my friend Ashley Ebert of The Abundance Group on how to know if you've hired the right team member.Resources Mentioned:Ashley Ebert's Training: November 14th, 11:00 am CT - #1 Secret to Building High-Performing TeamsWedding

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45:35

249. 4 Referral-Boosting Relationship Strategies for...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/10/25

After 12 years as a wedding planner, I can say this with deep conviction. The number one way I built my business from unknown and scrappy to respected, referred and booked out year after year - was from referrals. These referrals were what allowed me to be able to hire team members, raise our rates and eventually sell my business last year so I could focus full time on education and support for wedding pros. When I sold, we were charging premium pricing, we had venue partnerships with a

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37:12

248. Messaging Matters: Exclusive Insights from...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/10/18

Over the years, I've had countless conversations with wedding pros about the constant challenge of nailing down their business messaging and how they are perceived in their market. While the landscape of marketing as a whole has evolved, the core issues remain unchanged.So, what's on every wedding pro's mind? I hear questions like: Where should I invest my time or growing my business?What should I showcase on my website to attract the ideal clients and repel the wrong ones?How can I guide

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22:46

247. 10 Strategies for Busy Season Stress and...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/10/11

Are you struggling to balance too many commitments with a never ending to-do list? (Raising my hand with you)Maybe you're feeling that that stress is in an all time high. and you're paddling through the Sea of Overwhelm with a leaky boat.Well today, I've got 10 stress-reducing tips to help you through!Episodes Mentioned:244. BTS of My Industry Educators' Retreat236. Life For Real Series: Miscommunications, Mental Load, and Meltdown Moments, with Couples Therapist Dr. Tracy D---Today's

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246. Hot Takes on Tech and AI for Wedding Pros, with...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/10/04

It's time for some more hot takes, this time with the Tech Savvy Creative, and all about the latest tech and AI trends in our industry. We’ll be answering questions like:Is AI all it’s cracked up to be? What apps are overrated, and what apps are overlooked? And maybe most importantly, what happens when dozens of people recommend hundreds of different apps and it all becomes overwhelming? Where do you even start?!?!Tech Savvy Creative | instagram | Free AI Toolkit for CreativesPrevious Hot

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41:35

245. Unraveling, with Michelle Norwood

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/09/27

The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back, and the rebirth of new. Today we feature Michelle Norwood, New Orleans based international event planner. Michelle has been featured in Vogue, the New York Times, Martha Stewart Weddings, and BRIDES magazine, and she makes it look simple taking only 6 to 8 weddings a year. But as you'll hear, her journey has been anything but easy.For previous

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46:06

244. BTS of My Industry Educators' Retreat #YachtForReal

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/09/20

Recently one of small-group coaching students said to me, "Megan, when I think about you and other educators, it's like you're floating by on this deluxe yacht, living the life. You're all 'Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous,' sipping champagne and getting fed grapes. And here I am, clinging to a capsizing dinghy with a single oar, just praying a tidal wave of new to dos doesn’t come out of nowhere."Fun imagery, but spoiler alert, there is no yacht. Sure, the boat might look bigger from a

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56:51

243. How this photographer made $9M in digital downloads

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/09/13

I’ve heard this question from a lot of you out there listening and engaging with us on social media, and from a lot of members of The Planner's Vault community: How can I generate money while I sleep? How can I get paid on more than just my time? Two weeks ago on episode 241, Kendra Swalls came on to share her ideas on generating affiliate income. Well today, we’re taking it a step further by diving into all things digital downloads - ways to monetize your knowledge while you dream about

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36:44

242. Stepping into Education in the Wedding Industry,...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/09/06

Have I ever told you about the required public speaking class I put off until my last semester of undergrad? I was shaky nervous, and the speech on how to make a latte? It didn't go so well. I've evolved since then, but I still get nervous every time I get on stage. Maybe you're in the same boat, or you want to know how to tiptoe into public speaking. So today, we're bringing on an expert, as we dive into public speaking and stepping into education within our industry. We'll tackle common

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51:13

241. Double Your Revenue, Not Your Work: A Guide to...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/08/30

You're in a high-stress industry, your weekends are gold, and nobody's got time for filler content or fluff. That's why today's topic is super relevant - we're diving into affiliate income. Yep, we're talking about ways to diversify your income streams without doubling your workload. By the end of this episode, you'll have a toolbox filled with ideas to not only elevate your client's experience but also add a new revenue stream. And the best part is, you can do this without sacrificing

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53:05

240. Legit Strategies for Marketing in the Messy...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/08/23

The Messy Middle - it's one of those business owner struggles that we all go through. And over the years, with the rise of more social media platforms and more places than ever before to show up, yet no more magical hours added to our days... creating a marketing strategy in the messy middle feels like a vague and far-reaching concept that can make you want to put your head in the sand and pretend it's not necessary. But of course, it is, and I've got you covered.In today's episode, my

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57:46

239. Use This Strategy to Stand Out in a Crowded...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/08/16

Have you ever wondered what makes a truly unforgettable experience stand out from the usual client interactions that often end up looking pretty much the same? It's not just the fancy website or the five-star venue or the fancy menu. The answer might surprise you, but it's all about intuitive service and brand standards. It's about understanding that clients aren't just looking for transactional interactions, but for a deeply personalized and memorable journey, and brands like the Ritz, the

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49:33

238. Unraveling, with Natalie Franke

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/08/09

The Unraveling series, where amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds us back, and the rebirth of new. Today we feature Natalie Franke, cofounder of The Rising Tide Society, Chief Evangelist at Honeybook, host of the Independent Business Podcast, and author of Gutsy: Learning to Live with Bold, Brave, and Boundless Courage.For previous Unravelings:156157 with Adrianna McDermott161 with Aleya Harris177 with Sara Margulis184 with Andrea

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44:29

237. The Life for Real Rollercoaster Ride with Megan...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/08/02

Over the last five years, I've spent countless episodes diving into the behind the scenes of working in the wedding industry. But in this special Life for Real series, I decided to take a meaningful detour to explore and dive deep into some of the harder to navigate aspects of life itself. And let's just say it's been quite a rollercoaster ride - from battling burnout to fostering resilience, managing personal finance, and understanding the complexities of ADHD, Life for Real has been a

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57:06

236. Life for Real: Miscommunications, Mental Load,...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/07/26

Today's episode focuses on our life partners. That’s right, we went there, with psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleigh, who’s letting me ask her all the questions on how stress in a relationship can affect how you show up professionally, the mental load that we share with our partners, meltdown moments (ok MY meltdown moments), and how to have the difficult conversations so they don’t lead to blowups. Let's get uncomfortable!I Didn’t Sign Up for This: A Couples Therapist

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36:23

235. Life for Real: ADHD and Entrepreneurship, with...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/07/20

In the last episode, I spoke with Carissa Kruse, and we shared our stories of being recently diagnosed with ADHD, and how it’s affected us both personally and professionally.Today, we extend that conversation in so many fascinating ways, with Dr. Amy Teumer, who you heard from some on yesterday’s episode. We get into how ADHD can be leveraged as a superpower, what we can do if our partners (in life or in business) have ADHD, and some tricks to work with our different (but awesome)

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45:18

234. Life for Real: ADHD and Entrepreneurship, with...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/07/19

Earlier last year, my life changed when I was officially diagnosed with ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I always felt that my brain functioned differently than others - I would forget things easily, I would try to complete 7 different tasks at the same time, I would leave a slime trail as my mom would say, and my brain could never shut down even when it was time rest or be “off the clock”. It turns out, I'm not alone. Less than 20% of adults with ADHD are even aware they

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57:41

233. Life for Real: Are you a Saver, Spender,...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/07/12

Today we're navigating a topic that can cause quite a few of us to squirm: our relationship with money. But I’ve got good news, this won’t be one of those discussions that stresses you out. Instead, you’ll laugh, learn, and leave feeling more empowered to take action based on what you learn about yourself. So are you a spender, saver, avoider, or do you find yourself playing the financial martyr? And are you different personally and professionally? Let's find out from fractional CFO

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66:58

232. Life For Real Series: Adding Resiliency to Your...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/07/05

Today and for all of July, we’re going to do something a little different here. Instead of Weddings for Real, where the content is for wedding pros specifically, this series in July is about life in general. Life for Real. The things that happen, the way that we show up as entrepreneurs, all of the things that we're carrying and the mental load that comes along with it. We have some great guests lined up, including today's guest, mindset and growth strategy coach Hannah Abad, founder of

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39:26

231. The Yays and Nays of Building Your Brand, with...

For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning ·

2023/06/28

Three of my favorite episodes - and our most popular - are the ones where we had a chance to ask engaged couples exactly what they’re looking for in vetting their wedding vendors (episodes 48, 94, and 211). Well today, we’re talking to a brand strategist who also knows what couples want - because she just went through an engagement herself. She's Emily Foster, and she's sharing the yays and nays of how you may be portraying your business and attracting your ideal clients.Emily Foster

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