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If you struggle with standing out in a saturated market, this episode is for you! Our curated sponsor HiFloat chose Noeli of So Pretty Balloons to come on the show and talk about how she's found a way to stand out in the crowded and very talented Miami market. Before we get into those specifics, we'll hear how she followed signals for what direction to take in her business. I find it so admirable how she's let her business be fluid around her different seasons of life! Then, hear how distorted flowers were the first element that drew attention to her work (despite her avoidance of learning the technique initially). Now, she's known for the delicate and elegant embellishments that make So Pretty Balloons, and we'll hear what those key elements are. In the UGlu Hotline, hear how one listener earns business by interacting with other local businesses on social media. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: HiFloat @soprettyballoons Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Stay Booked 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In another curated episode by HiFloat, we have another returning guest - Elisabeth of Pop of Color Balloon Design. Her and I are kindred spirits in the way that we want to build our businesses around our lives (and not the other way around). So in this episode, we're chatting about putting limits on our businesses as well as the advantages and disadvantages that come along with. We talk about how we keep our businesses lean… including overhead expenses, vehicles and hiring help; and the freedom available to us because of those choices. We also discuss the viability of ever selling our businesses, the FOMO that creeps in and the recurring comparison trap that we're all always struggling with. Another similarity we found is that if we ever find ourselves angry about a piece of decor we have to set up… it simply means we didn't charge enough! This conversation was such a good reminder and refresher for me to stay the course, and I hope it'll inspire you just as much! And in the UGlu Hotline, hear about how one listener hides her binder clips and clamps. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: HiFloat popofcoloraz.com | @popofcoloraz Ep. 123 - Double-stuffing, revisited | Elizabeth of Pop of Color Strike Squad Lagenda Electric Balloon Inflator Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Stay Booked 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In this episode of Havin' A Wonderful Time, Paranoid sits down with the legendary Dad_Terps—a beloved growmie known for his humor, big heart, and unforgettable take on skin fold terps. They talk about everything from Paranoid's wild weekend at a Tennessee field party to the smoke-filled memories of HashBash 2025. Dad_Terps shares wisdom from his garden, tips for new growers, and his favorite cultivars and tools—all with the love and laughter he's known for.Dad_Terps On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dad_terpsParanoid Grower On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paranoid_grower/Grateful NerdMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/gratefulnerdAll Of Our Links: https://linktr.ee/gratefulnerd
In another curated episode by HiFloat, we're reconnecting with Jam of Garden Place Balloons to hear how he's pivoted away from the huge, luxurious installs and into deliveries… which have become the bread and butter of his business! He's still got local balloon friends who have been and continue to be a major support for him when the big jobs do come up, but we'll hear more about this intentional adjustment he's made based on the latest demand, as well as the mindset shift he needed to go along with. Jam was kind enough to share specifics about what's working and what's not working with his new strategy - including actual product offerings, e-commerce effectiveness, pickups vs. deliveries, boundaries and what the new strategy has meant for his lifestyle. Then of course we hear how the HiFloat products are essential to his business, too. I picked up quite a few little nuggets that I'm planning to integrate into my business after chatting with Jam and I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! In the UGlu Hotline, hear about how one listener makes water weights. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: HiFloat @gardenplaceballoons Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Stay Booked 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
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In this episode of Havin' a Wonderful Time, Paranoid sits down with the legendary growmie Kpopsphyr—a southern gentleman with a green thumb and terps that hit like a freight train. From beastly buds to favorite cultivars, this one's a celebration of the plant and the people who love it.Paranoid Grower On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paranoid_grower/Grateful NerdMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/gratefulnerdAll Of Our Links: https://linktr.ee/gratefulnerd
In our first curated episode by HiFloat, we get to hear from the COO himself, Phillip… who is also a chemist! He shares with us some tips and tricks about using HiFloat and HiShine which I definitely didn't know before having this conversation. Learn how humidity, proper inflation size, transport bags and even 60/40 valves impact HiFloat performance. And for HiShine, Phillip has two big tips for using it properly, plus offers considerations for when to use the trigger sprayer versus the aerosol version. I also asked him to talk about the products' safety for us when we use it. Before we get into all of that, though, we'll learn more about the HiFloat story, which is really neat, as well as some of the changes that have occurred in their 40-year history… including formula changes, the addition of HiShine and external impacts like the pandemic, manufacturer bankruptcy, helium pricing and Party City closing its doors. It was a fascinating and fun conversation and I look forward to more guests hand-selected by HiFloat! In the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for protecting any marquees you might be renting. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: HiFloat Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Stay Booked 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
It's finger poppin' time…time to have a blast with some breakout party rockers from the mid-century. All for a good time with soul and roll and rhythm as the main course in today's show. It's all about those percussive rocking beats. Call it a party full of boogie, mojo, twistin' and shaking. We've lit the fuse for a dynamite celebration of rebellious rock and cool upbeat soul rhythms with the music of Freddy Cannon, The Swingin' Medallions, The Showstoppers and Ann Cole with an out of control party mix…just in time for our first show of May. KOWS Community Radio brings the fresh sounds of today, yesterday and tomorrow 24/7, with the very best of political and community discourse. You can tune us in on 92.5 FM in West Sonoma County or just drop by our stream on your Radio Rethink app, Alexa, Radio Garden, Tunein, or Radio Box. We're here for you and Deeper Roots will be pitching a wang dang doodle this coming Friday morning here on member-supported radio for planet Earth.
Wastin' Time, Havin' Fun is a new dance party music podcast. Please give this a listen. Song titles and artist names are in order of play... CANET-WASTING MY TIME WITH YOU, PURPLE DISCO MACHINE-BODY FUNK, BEACON BLOOM-WITHOUT A SOUND, HARRY ROMERO-VAMPIRES, THE MELODY MEN-BETTER ON MY OWN, SUPERLOVER-WORK MY BODY, ORDONEZ-WHAT'S WRONG, ANDRUSS-THIS FUNKY, KAMARENA-NA NA NA, SENTIMENTAL ANIMALS-LOVE VIBRATION, IGOR GONYA-RESPECT OVER LOVE, THE SPONGES-GOTTA MOVE ON, BLONDISH-WE LIKE TO PARTY, FATBOY SLIM-BUS STOP PLEASE, DE SOFFER-PUMPED UP KICKS, METRO BOOMIN-GOSH FATHER, J PAUL GETTO-STOP MESSING WITH MY LOVE, LUBELSKI-TEAR OFF THE ROOF, PAT LOK-LOOK AT MINE. End. Thanks for listening from Ken Steele.
This week on Havin' A Wonderful Time, Paranoid is joined by a beloved growmie and community bright spot—Cheese! As Avery Aames once said, “Life is great, but Cheese makes it better,” and that couldn't be more true for this episode.We take a trip down memory lane with stories from Hash Bash 2025—hotbox meetups, scavenger hunts, Bongs and Thongs, meeting legends like OutKast, 417Grows, and even spotting Tommy Chong at the Diag. From the fire cider to the final smoke circle at IHOP, this was a Hash Bash to remember.Cheese also gives us a peek into his garden setup—salts or organics, his favorite equipment, local grow shops, and of course, his journey into cannabis cultivation. We talk autoflowers vs. photoperiods, favorite strains, rookie mistakes, and what keeps him growing even through hard times. Plus, Cheese drops real wisdom for new growers looking to start their first garden.Cheese On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecheeses_Paranoid Grower On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paranoid_grower/Grateful NerdMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/gratefulnerdAll Of Our Links: https://linktr.ee/gratefulnerd
I LOVED this interview with returning guest Courtney! We're talking about pricing transparency and all of the objections and fears that might come with. But that's not all… we're also talking about website design, customer behavior and more. It was such a good interview with a bunch of nuggets like: Ways to pre-qualify your leads Why brand shoots matter If e-commerce really works for our industry Planning for a website build How many pages you really need How FAQ sections help The conversation boosted my confidence in some of the ways I operate and I hope it does for you, too! Then in the UGlu Hotline, listen for a tip about utilizing the Profit First method. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Other episodes with Courtney Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
The 2026 engine rules are set — but Red Bull's making noise, and Mercedes isn't budging.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe tension is rising between Christian Horner and Toto Wolff as the battle over Formula 1's 2026 engine regulations hits a boiling point. With Red Bull pushing for changes to battery-engine output ratios and Mercedes determined to keep the 2026 rules unchanged, the political power play is in full swing. This video breaks down the heated debate, the behind-the-scenes strategies, and the real reason Red Bull might be pushing so hard for a rules rethink — is it about protecting the sport, or masking potential power unit problems with Ford?From Ferrari's strategic silence to Audi and Honda backing the current plans, and Mercedes gaining major leverage through its three customer teams such as McLaren and Williams and Alpine next year replacing Aston Martin, this saga is a masterclass in F1 politics. If you've ever wondered how much influence team bosses really have, or how far they'll go to protect their interests, this is the must-watch analysis. Plus, we take a closer look at whether Red Bull's new power unit project is genuinely at risk — and what it could mean for Max Verstappen's future. #f1 #redbullracing #mercedesf1 #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #f12026 #christianhorner #totowolff #mercedesamg #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1drama Red Bull DEMANDS rule change - Mercedes ain't havin' it!https://youtu.be/Pr4nQkDOMZI
On this episode of Havin' A Wonderful Time, Paranoid interviews the great OutKast Genetics. This isn't just a sesh—it's a deep dive into the mind of a breeder. OutKast breaks down his garden setup, breeding philosophy, and the difference between real-deal breeders and pollen chuckers. He shares insights on pest resistance, cultivation gear, and how to spot a strain with true medicine. Let's not forget the venture into the mythical HAWT Seat. OutKast Genetics: https://okgcollectibles.bigcartel.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outkastgenetics/Paranoid Grower On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paranoid_grower/Grateful NerdMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/gratefulnerdAll Of Our Links: https://linktr.ee/gratefulnerd
In another curated episode by Kalisan, I'm reconnecting with Darren of SoCal Balloons and (among lots of other things) learned about a very cool arrangement he's involved in with some local schools to go in and teach balloon twisting to the kids! Darren twisted his first balloon dog when he was four. You'll hear how he started his business with his sister, branched off on his own, added decor into the mix and now runs his business while also working another position and being a dad. Of course we also talk about his drive-through videos that have been popular on social media, and we have a fun little tangent about how the idea could be replicated with decor businesses. I ask him the same question that I asked Mauricio in the last episode, too, about how decorators could start to experiment with twisting and he offers some helpful resources. Then we hear more about the program in the schools, including who got him into it, how much refinement it needed before approval and what exactly the program includes. If you're in his area - know that they're looking for more twisters! Then in the UGlu Hotline, you're going to hear a tip about participating in parades. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: Kalisan https://www.kalisan.com.tr/ socalballoonco.com | @socal.balloons Twist & Talk with Darren from SoCal Balloons Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
This week, we sit down with the one and only Blackwater — tester for Greenguy Genetics and Brother in Farms (BIF), co-host of the Crafting Cannabis Podcast, and an all-around legendary growmie. From crushing conspiracy facts to crushing nugs, Blackwater is one of our favorite people in the grow scene.4/20 Giveaway presented by The CrewWin a HAWT shirt signed by growmies, a Hash Bash pin, seeds, an ashtray from BGG, and soil from Alba Automatics! Join the Grateful Nerd Discord and check the #Prize-Corner channel for details.Paranoid Grower On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paranoid_grower/Grateful NerdMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/gratefulnerdAll Of Our Links: https://linktr.ee/gratefulnerd
Mauricio knows our industry from multiple angles, so I was really happy when Kalisan chose him as one of the guests in their curated month. In this episode, he shares with us where he found help in growing his business, how he made his pivots and more. We'll hear about his rapid growth as a twister, which included doing some jobs for celebrities in Miami. He also shares a fun story about how balloons can soften up almost anyone… and then a sad story that became part of the reason he expanded into decor. After a big life change and receiving some coaching and mentoring, Mauricio hit the ground running when fully incorporating decor. So much so that he's become a “sub-distributor”, which we'll hear all about. Then I ask him for some advice on how decorators might dip their toes into twisting and he shares some practical tips for doing just that. This was such a fun interview with a bunch of good little tips! Over in the UGlu Hotline, we got a tip for water weight replacements! RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: Kalisan @todaysballoons | @balloons2gofw Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In another curated episode by Kalisan, we get to meet Katy of Bloom Inflatables. She takes us through some of the things that previously led her to burnout and what she's doing now to stay ahead of it. But before we get into all of that, you'll hear how an impulse purchase of a bounce house quickly turned into strategy and profitability for her company. She also walks us through the transition away from that bounce house and into balloon decor, partially in thanks to the Kalisan balloons she was introduced to. Then when we move on to chat about the main topic, you'll hear us discuss things like: Setting boundaries for ourselves during different seasons of life Understanding social media influence versus local brand awareness Giving your business a reset How a business can be built entirely on grab and go options with the right processes Factors that we weigh before saying yes to a job I found a lot of experiences in common with Katy and I'm betting you likely will, too. In the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip about a trusted Amazon balloon vendor. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: Kalisan https://www.kalisan.com.tr/ @bloominflatables Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat Waitlist - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Kicking off this curated month by Kalisan is an interview with Kirstin of Create and Cherish Events / Kalisan! I met Kirstin quite a while ago at a Big Balloon Build, so it was so nice to have this opportunity to reconnect with her and hear about how she's still running her own decor business while supporting the folks at Kalisan as well. We'll hear how her business scaled and dialed back, as well as how she grew into her role at Kalisan. I asked about her thought process as she considered what the new role would mean for her decorating business, too, and she shared how Kalisan was always supportive of her keeping her own business while working with them. Then we dig into why artists should consider Kalisan. Multiple times in the interview, Kirstin mentions her favorite thing about their balloons, but we'll also hear more of her thoughts on the different sizes, their shipping practices and colors / prints. Then in the UGlu Hotline, we'll hear a tip for getting foils to stick to one another. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: Kalisan @createandcherishevents Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit REGISTRATION OPENS TODAY! Glow Retreat - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In this final curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting, I'm so honored to host her as she announces the launch of her new small business product! I know I'll be using it for my business and I hope you'll consider doing the same. We get straight to it and hear about why she's developed her new product, plus more about her background that has been ingrained within it. It's centered around very tough situations, so as hard as it is to talk about, I'm so happy that she's making something like this available to us. You're going to hear how she's thought of everything, too. If you've discovered some gaps within your business along the way, she's got more resources readily available and in the works for you. Congrats to Bri, and what a great month it's been with her and her guests! In the UGlu Hotline, hear how one listener uses rubber bands to save time. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: @elevatedimpressionsma smallbusinesslegacy.com @bwise_consulting Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Glow Retreat - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
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In this curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / BWise Consulting, she is answering tons of questions that listeners wrote in with! We're talking about mistakes, retail, growth, organization and a whole lot more! We end with some rapid-fire questions and rapid-fire answers. Here are some of the highlights: What she'd do differently Pricing transparency & calculations Inventory management Handling the business, instructing & her home life The best investment she's made in the business How to get large jobs Where she's teaching next And in the UGlu Hotline, we've got a tip for balloon stuffing! RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: @elevatedimpressionsma smallbusinesslegacy.com Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In another curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / Be Wise Consulting, we are talking about teamwork and friendship! Let's face it, sometimes we can get lonely, frustrated and feel isolated in this industry, so these two guests came on to share how they've created a support system in one another and how their different personalities prove that opposites really do attract. We'll hear where they met and how their friendship developed, then Bri shares how Jenny was the first person she went to for advice when she got her initial opportunity to teach. We chat about teaching a lot, in fact, and how well they teach together despite their strong relationships with different manufacturers. Then, before we hear about the list of events these brilliant women are teaching at, Bri, Jenny and I also talk about what types of jobs need extra support from your balloon friends and what those dynamics should and should not include. Lastly, don't miss the hint they drop at the end about a very special project that they're working on together to benefit our industry! Then in the UGlu Hotline, hear a nice tip for removing UGlu dashes from your backdrops. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: @elevatedimpressionsma | smallbusinesslegacy.com Other episodes with Bri Other episodes with Jenny Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In this first curated episode by Bri of Elevated Impressions / Be Wise Consulting, we hear from her and her friend Jamie about creating mutually beneficial relationships with other vendors in the event industry. It's an episode full of tips like: How to initiate a connection What kind of traits stand out to event planners Industry research & immersing yourself in your community Requesting tours of local venues Getting other vendors to sell your services Preferred vendor lists & which ones you actually want to be on There is SO much to digest from this conversation and I know there's something for you to take away from it no matter where you are in your business or what kind of region you live in. You'll hear Bri and Jamie each give their perspectives on what they would look for in each other's roles, their preferred payment processes and a couple of clear action items you can implement right away. And in the UGlu Hotline, hear about another very cool way to be involved in your community! RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: @elevatedimpressionsma Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45 Music behind DJ: Phil Guilbeau and His Creole Stompers - "Creole Walk" - 45 Bobby Marchan and the Clowns - "You Can't Stop Her" - 45 Chuck Carbo - "Wake Up Crying" - 45 The Blenders - "Graveyard" - 45 Professor Longhair - "Bald Head" - 45 Roy Montrell - "(Every Time I Hear) That Mellow Saxophone" - 45 Music behind DJ: The Dave Bartholomew Orchestra - "Wishbone" - 45 Al Fayard - "Doin' Sumpin' (Pt. 2)" - 45 Pearl Edwards - "The Jerk (Pt. 1)" - Havin' Fun With Huey Piano Smith...More of the Best Eddie Bo - "Our Love Will Never Falter" - 45 Daisy Burris - "Four Strong Winds" - 45 Gerri Hall - "Who Can I Run To" - 45 Music behind DJ: The Perails - "Sweetness (Pt. 2)" - 45 Jesse Hill - "Something Ought to Be Done" - 45 The Pitter Pats - "Whatcha' Bet" - 45 Fats Domino - "Packin' Up" - 45 Lee Dorsey - "I Can't Get Away" - 45 Barbara George - "Something You Got" - 45 Music behind DJ: Robert Parker - "Robert & W.Q.'s Train" - 45 Al Reed - "Shake 'Em Up" - 45 Betty Harris - "There's a Break in the Road" - 45 Eldridge Holmes - "Pop, Popcorn Children" - 45 Chuck Carbo - "Can I Be Your Squeeze" - 45 Dr. John - "She's Just a Square" - 45 Music behind DJ: Royal Canal Street Band - "Everybody Dance" - 45 https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/149632
I love any time a manufacturer comes on the show to share some insight into what they have planned to help our industry! This episode was recorded live at Fulcrum 2025, and we hear about the new products, new people and new things happening with Anagram! My ears definitely perked up when they mentioned the number of new foil designs and new formats they have coming for us this year… but we'll also get to hear more about their launch into latex. Learn about what “better together” means for them; how many latex colors are on the way; how they perform with helium, Hi-Float and Hi-Shine; and the size range. Then we wrap up by talking about the kinds of opportunities balloon decorators have with the closing of Party City. Anagram is investing in everything from innovation, to engineering, to industry education and their confidence in their quality is well deserved. And in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for getting yourself some video content for social media. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Anagram Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
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I knew nothing about business credit before this interview, so if you're in the same boat - listen in on how you can essentially grow your business using other people's money! Sheila and I also talk about retail, multiple locations, growth, advertising classic decor and so much more. I've met Sheila at Balloon Boss Summit but haven't been able to attend any of her sessions so I was thrilled to finally have her on the podcast. Hear about how she was inspired to start her business, how quickly it expanded and some of the things that she and The Balloon Squad are exploring now after so much growth. Then she practically knocks my socks off when she shares how her balloon subscription program works! We wrap up by talking about the business credit and you'll hear why she considers it “good debt”, the cute story that introduced her to the idea, how utilizing business credit is a part of her everyday life and what it's allowed her to introduce at her Columbia, SC, headquarters… The Business Bestie Retreat! And in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for building community over competition. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) theballoonsquad.com | businesssuccesssquad.com | Business Success Squad Community Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
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Tune in here to this Thursday edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about how everyone seems to be having fun since President Trump's inauguration 23 days ago. The republicans are optimistic for the future, the democrats finally get to rant and rave against President Trump again, all seems right in the world. Sure, the leftists are acting mad on their tv shows and virtue signaling social media posts, but we all know they love it. Defending what was referred to as our president for the last four years was very difficult and they weren't good at it, now they get to make up narratives about a rock star administration that is on the war path against permanent Washington. Left, right, and center, everyone is enjoying this, wars are ending, wasteful spending is getting exposed, and America is on it's way to being great once again. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you've ever wanted to hire a freelance balloon artist, or be hired as a freelance balloon artist, this episode is for you! I get all the details about how Jules travels and country and helps other balloon businesses while managing her own balloon business, too. We cover everything you need to know about this new perspective of balloon decorating, including details about the kinds of tasks she's helped with, accommodations, travel, food and how to actually get known as a freelancer. It was so fun to hear about yet another way to make balloons (and your balloon business) work for you and your life! Then in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for having your QR code readily available. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) @partyperksstl Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
(00:00-13:16) The 2014 St. Louis Rams locker room was insane. Jackson tying in the Luka trade with the Rams moving. Tanking for Vegas? NBA would kill it in Vegas.(13:24-29:40) Are Imagine Dragons the new Nickelback? Time for a little peek at Joe Lunardi's bracketology. Anteaters. Mizzou and Tennessee in Knoxville. Hillbilly shaming. Leonard Hamilton stepping down at FSU. Statement win on Saturday. Live streaming Jackson watching the Tigers in the tournament. (29:50-36:49) Jackson, you got a question for us? Don't say "decade's end." Will the Cardinals have a team better than the 2022 team by decade's end? Bullish on the Blues at the end of the decade. Doug and Jackson having a catch during commercial breaks at Spring Training Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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When I reflect on all the exciting things happening with the podcast, not only am I incredibly grateful, but it's also really fun to look back at how it all started. So in this episode, I'm re-listening to my first handful of episodes and asking myself, “Do they still hold up?!” I thought before listening that I had a pretty good idea of what I said in these early episodes, but I actually kind of surprised myself sometimes! Listen in as I share the details on what has stood the test of time… and what I have a new way of thinking about. Here's a preview: Stood the test of time: 3 important things for your Instagram Email signature Directing people to a contact form on your website Getting a Google Business Profile Instagram caption ideas & social media schedulers Automation ideas & endorsement for 17hats CRM Profit First cash flow system I have a new way of thinking about: Some of the resources I created and mentioned in the early episodes Business email accounts Importance of styled shoots Watermarking photos I also share my episode plan for the year, in case you're curious! And in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for transporting framework in a personal vehicle. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) Courtney Lynette Creative Co 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
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In our final curated interview from TUFTEX, I made a new friend in Angharad (AKA Annie) of Angharad's Party Art in the UK. I loved hearing about the similarities and differences we experience across the world! She tells us how when she started her business, she faced a very familiar issue that we do in the states - childcare. She continues to adapt her business based on her family needs today, too, and I really appreciated her openness on this topic. After that, we hear about her unique style, plus new types of events and trends she's seeing… and what's coming back into style! Then of course we chat about her time at the TUFTEX Experience in 2024, and how she'll be a part of it again this year. What a fun conversation this was, and I'm so happy to have made a new friend. Then in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for marketing while participating in a parade. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: TUFTEX | TUFTEX Experience Tickets Angharad's Party Art Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) Balloon Suite 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In another episode curated by TUFTEX, I'm chatting with Dolly & Eddie of Delloons again! Since our last conversation with them, they've had another baby and moved into a boutique retail space… so needless to say, there's a lot to catch up on and I appreciated their honesty and openness. And don't miss a bit of behind the scenes info from them about the TUFTEX Experience! We talk about why they decided to move into the boutique, how it happened so quickly and what financial impacts they considered in the process. I always have a ton of questions about retail, so I also ask about taking payments, walk-in traffic and what exactly they plan to sell there. They gave us the scoop on those things, but also insurance, utilities and profit margins. Then we dive into what it's like to be a part of the TUFTEX Color Crew, and hear more about how they'll be involved in the TUFTEX Experience this year. It was another fun conversation with these two! And in the UGlu Hotline, hear a really cool resource for getting started with implementing Profit First methods. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: TUFTEX | TUFTEX Experience Tickets @delloons Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) Balloon Suite 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Stage managers can leave an indelible impact on both the cast and crew from your favorite shows, but not all can inspire a 30-year and running inside joke. The gang is hanging out with beloved Boy Meets World Second Assistant Director, Michael Shea, to hear some of his untold stories from set. In addition to BMW, Michael worked on every season of “How I Met Your Mother” and he’s ready to reveal some major secrets from that iconic show too.Plus, they discuss the future of sitcoms as we know them, and we find out why “Steve’s Havin a Baby!™️” has stood the test of time. Help us out!!!! It’s an all-new Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In another episode curated by TUFTEX, I'm chatting with Tiffany of Confetti Castle about the thrill and challenges of being tasked with large installations for large events. We talk about getting the jobs, staffing them, troubleshooting, logistics and more. She also tells us about how she's planning the decor for the TUFTEX Experience and how YOU can be a part of it! More key points of our conversation included building relationships, building your mindset so that you don't get overwhelmed by big jobs and what kinds of actual items can be sold to make up a $10,000 job, for example. Speaking of pricing, I also ask Tiffany about her proposal process. Hear how she takes the offensive in terms of decor choices, plus some great tips for managing logistics and properly staffing events when there are multiple going on at the same time. We closed up the conversation by talking about the TUFTEX Experience, and I got even more excited to go than I already was! Hear what kinds of very cool things happen there, her hint at this year's theme, which instructors she can't wait to hear from and her biggest tips for maximizing your experience! Then in the UGlu Hotline, hear about a way to decrease the risk of damage to your marquees. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: TUFTEX | TUFTEX Experience Tickets Related episode: 267. Starting a mastermind theconfetticastle.com | @confetticastle Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) Balloon Suite 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Kicking off this curated month by TUFTEX, I'm chatting once again with Allison, the owner of TUFTEX! She's giving us a ton of behind the scenes info on their new products, plus where and how they've expanded since she last came on the podcast. First, I asked her to walk us through their acquisition of a balloon factory in Canada. I really appreciated her honesty about the learning curve that was involved, and it was fascinating to hear how the acquisition required not just latex recipe updates, but process updates more than anything. She'll also tell us how the changes have impacted their marketing strategy and how she hopes will impact their reach. Then, I was so thrilled that Allison spilled the beans about some items we can expect soon: TUFTEX Effects and Links! Plus, she drops info on TUFTEX Tuesdays, Hip Hopping in Houston in March and of course the TUFTEX Experience in July! I learned a ton and am very excited about what I heard in this conversation… I'm guessing you will be, too! Then in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for using water weights. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Curated Month by: TUFTEX | Events Related Episode: 164 - Making an impact with color | Allison of Tuftex Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) Balloon Suite 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Is Modi quietly reintroducing the farm laws? Explore the brewing anarchy in Punjab and the challenges faced by Kejriwal in navigating this political storm. Join Ramnik Mann and Sanjay Dixit for an in-depth analysis of the unfolding crisis and its implications for India.
This episode is a list of wins people had from tips in the podcast interviews! I'm so grateful to the guests who shared those tips & congrats to everyone who put them to use & saw growth because of it! Episodes are listed below and are easily searchable at thebrightballoon.com/episodes! I also share what's in store for the podcast in 2025! In the UGlu Hotline, hear how one listener makes signs for her vehicle that communicate loading info. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) | Twist Fest UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit I booked a 100K job! (bonus episode) 101 - Pumpkin Planning Your Balloon Business 251 - Wowlloons 201 - Confetti Castle 100 - Treb Episodes w/ Creative Heart Studio 265 - Presley Paige 271 - Zac 157 - Banzi Balloons 245 - Clik-Clik 257 - Balloon Coach 180 - Designs by Jo Jo's Creations 164 - Tuftex 253 - Blush Balloon Party Shop 214 - LaMarvelous Balloons 131 - Extra Betty 147 - Partistry Balloons 146 - Balloons by Misti 176 - Balloons by Tommy - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Since recording this episode, I've had the pleasure of hanging out with Tiffany at Balloon Boss Summit and seeing her LED Marquees in action. Wow, are they cool! Listen in as we chat about this very neat option you may consider adding to your inventory. Tiffany tells us how her marquees were designed to give a different vibe than the traditional incandescent marquees, as she looked to stand out in “Neon Nashville”. Hear more about what they knew they needed in the design and how they had balloon artists in mind all along. You'll also hear about how she's operating her own service-based business with these marquees, which makes it easy for her to understand our needs. Then she tells us about the licensing model they chose over franchising and wholesaling, because they wanted their marquees to be a symbol of quality service. Hear more about the kinds of assets you receive upon licensing, the territory protection and what it's like to become part of the “Neon Nation” family. Then in the UGlu Hotline, there's a tip for a really creative way to improve the reviews you get from your customers! RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) | Twist Fest UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin NOW AVAILABLE! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Open an LED Marquee location - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Edward is one of the kindest and most talented people I have ever met. In this episode he shares his inspiring story of bringing his balloon business to the U.S. from Venezuela, and all of the challenges he faced in the process. He's very generous with the techniques he shares on Instagram and I know everyone will have something to learn from listening to him. You'll hear about: His strategy for competitions How winning one competition earned him a big opportunity How he's juggling his full-time work for burton + Burton with his own business Why he only goes after big & unique jobs What he's discovered about working with corporate clients How he mixes classic and organic styles Some other things that were fascinating to hear was how he paid for college with his balloon income, moved across the country with three days' notice, learned English and became a citizen. What an inspiring conversation it was! And in the UGlu Hotline, I answer a question about the best way to remove UGlu Dashes, and where I do and do not use them. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) | Twist Fest UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin NOW AVAILABLE! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit @edward_munoz - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
Sue was one of the first people in the balloon industry that I learned from online when I started. In fact, I would bet that you've come across some of her content, too! I loved the chance to pick her brain on all the things she's experienced in the industry, plus learn about BAPIA, a membership she runs that is available in the UK, and that I wish was available in the US! Hear how participating in a competition in Paris helped her hone her skills, gain confidence and get selected as an instructor, which she feels was her calling. She also tells us about how her blog helped her share even more helpful information on a larger scale. It's got hundreds of topics including pricing, business basics and more. We also chat about her involvement in the CBA, design elements and principles, classic and organic and why formulas matter for each style. Then we dive into BAPIA (The Balloon & Party Industry Alliance). If you're not already familiar, you've got to hear about all of the incredible features of this membership! We wrap things up talking about all the recent changes in our industry and her take on its causes and results. What an absolute pleasure it was to interview Sue! Then in the UGlu Hotline, I answer a question about my most successful form of marketing. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) | Twist Fest UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin NOW AVAILABLE! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit BAPIA | The Very Best Balloon Blog | @suebowler - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
This episode is perhaps one of my favorite interviews of the year! I chat with Yanira of Perfectly Wrapped Balloons about how having systems and good record keeping for your company really helps in case of a sale or big transition. Yanira moved her business into a new area, several states away from her previous home and walks us through how she negotiated the sale of her client list and essentially restarted her business. What I didn't expect to hear was all of the businesses she had even before moving Perfectly Wrapped Balloons! Hear about all of the things she's done, the cities she's worked in, some hiccups she's experienced and how she found her way in the balloon industry. I also ask her to share about How her family transformed their garage into a studio What her sales were like before moving her company What contributed most to her sales Why it was an easy decision to move What they looked for in a property when moving Then we dive into the sale of her business and it was fascinating! Hear about the terms that were set, whether she worked with a lawyer, what kind of person she wanted to sell to and of course, how her organized systems made a huge difference to the sale. She also shares what her first steps were after the move and how she started networking again. And now, she feels like she's beginning to earn referrals at the same pace she did before moving. Huge congrats to Yanira for this accomplishment! She shared so many insightful things about this process. And in the UGlu Hotline, I answer a question about what it's like having to transition out of Qualatex colors. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin NEW! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) ballooncoach.com | Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Let Nicole Help | @letnicolehelp - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
In this episode, Jenn takes us through the journey she's had in her business… from yard cards only to being convinced to take on balloon jobs for corporate clients to now handling her own team in a warehouse she still has room to grow into. She's done some huge things in the past year, including being on a reality show for entrepreneurs, hosting The Big Balloon Build and helping at the DNC balloon drop! Hear about the selection process for the show, lessons learned and challenges that were part of it. Then, learn more about the events that transpired during her build and how she had to take a major pivot in order to make it a success. We also chat about how she promotes her business to her local university, Notre Dame. She shares a couple of nuggets about how to make sure all of the different departments and visiting teams know about her services, which has her there nearly every week! Then in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for applying vinyl to jumbo balloons. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin NEW! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) ballooncoach.com | Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Let Nicole Help funbytheyard.net | FBTY on Facebook | The Blox | Zipper Mattress Bags - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Freeform Freedom | More courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube
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In this second curated episode by Let Nicole Help, we're hearing from Emily of 17hats who is in charge of all things Marketplace. If you're not familiar, it's a place where 17hats users can buy and try all sorts of templates for their account! Emily tells us more about the kinds of templates available and how they can help both new and long-time users. We go on to talk more about the very specific balloon-related templates ready for purchase, how installation of the templates actually works and how templates and template sellers are vetted. I even found myself making a list of items that I wanted to search for while Emily and I were talking! Then lastly, I also loved hearing that nearly every 17hats employee is (or was) a small business owner themselves. I think it speaks a lot to their insight on our needs. I'm excited to hear how this Marketplace is just the start of what they have planned because I have a lot of respect for 17hats' dedication to small business owners. And in the UGlu Hotline, hear a tip for reusing latex balloons! RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year) Balloon Suite Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT) UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT) Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin Now available! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit Let Nicole Help 17hats Marketplace listings | letnicolehelp.com | @letnicolehelp - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list Courses @thebrightballoon The Bright Balloon on YouTube