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For Real: Life, Leadership, and Unlearning
After 7 years and 300+ episodes, the podcast has evolved... because so have you! What started as a show for wedding pros has has evolved into a bold, no-BS space for high-achievers to unpack identity shifts, quiet the inner critic, set boundaries that stick, and navigate the messy (but powerful) moments of growth and change.
For Real is still hosted by Megan Gillikin, and it’s here to meet you in this next chapter as a whole human, not just a business owner.
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157: Unraveling, with Adrienna McDermott
Welcome to The Unraveling, where we share the unraveling of old habits and mindset that holds you back, and the rebirth of new. Today's guest is Adrienna McDermott, formerly of Ivory and Beau (where her unraveling began), now owner of Ava and the Bee.
156: The Unraveling Series
Once a month moving forward, we're bringing you a new series - The Unraveling. These episodes shine a light on the pivotal moments and ensuing decisions that industry leaders have encountered that changed everything. The unraveling moment.
Today, I'm sharing my own unraveling.
155: Crushing Content: Wash, Rise, Repeat, with Angela Proffitt
One of the biggest challenges I hear every single week is that there’s not enough time to build content. Or you’re not sure what to post. Or you’re worried that what you do post won’t be received very well - or worse, won’t be received at all. Does this sound like you? Let's fix that, with content creation master, Angela Proffitt.
154: How to shift your business to meet Amazon-addicted couples, with Michelle Loretta
When I need something for my house or for my business, I order it on my phone and get it literally the next day. And if I have to wait two days, fine I guess, but I’m not too happy about it. We all want it right away. And with that mindset in mind, Michelle Loretta from Be Sage Consulting has some insight into what that means about how to work with Amazon-addicted couples.
153: Wedding Planner Series: Live Coaching Call with The Productionista (Part 2)
Join Megan for an inside look at her one-on-one coaching session with Alisha Freeman, The Productionista. Alisha is a member of The Planner's Vault, where the doors open up next week (!) on Wednesday, September 22nd, following a free webinar - "Charge More, Hustle Less."
153: Wedding Planner Series: Live Coaching Call with Blue Poppy Events (Part 1)
Join Megan for an inside look at her one-on-one coaching session with Carrie Gillard from Blue Poppy Events. Carrie is a member of The Planner's Vault, where the doors open up next week (!) on Wednesday September 22nd, following a free webinar - "Charge More, Hustle Less."
152: Wedding Planner Series: 5 Tips to Grow Your Business
In this solo episode, Megan Gillikin answers 5 questions from the Weddings for Real Facebook Group, including how to hire your #2, how to raise your prices, and how to take steps to make your business full time.
151: All About Your Welcome Guide: My Top 5 Tips
In this solo episode, Megan Gillikin gives her 5 tips on how to set boundaries, ease anxiety, and build trust with new clients through a killer digital welcome guide

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