The Bright Balloon

Balloon Suite / Asset Lab

114. The backbone of the balloon industry | Chase and Alex from Premium Conwin Nov 22, 2022

Show notes

Chase and Alex from Premium Conwin come on the show for this episode to talk about how their two companies joined forces for the better of the balloon industry.

Their support at some of our biggest events has been simply incredible and I can't wait to see and experience what's ahead thanks to their merger. For so long, these two companies have felt like the backbone of balloon decor and now we will all benefit from them working together!

TIMESTAMPS:

02:18 - how our guests got involved in the balloon world

07:48 - the growth of the relationship between the two companies

11:30 - what the merger means for us as balloon artists

20:43 - sustainability goals from Premium Conwin

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Asset Lab / Balloon Suite

113. Top tips for balloon drops + New Year's Eve alternatives Nov 15, 2022

Show notes

I've been getting a lot of messages lately about balloon drops, so I thought I would dedicate a whole episode to share some of my thoughts and experiences with them!

They're so much different from regular decor because they have to actually function and entertain your customers. And that can make them really stressful! But balloon drops are such a great way to get your foot in the door at places like resorts, hotels and country clubs so I believe they're worth it!

In this episode I'm talking about how I learned to make them, how I install them, what I charge, a couple of balloon drop nightmares I've experienced and a couple of New Year's Eve alternatives. I'd love to hear what approach you're taking for NYE!

TIMESTAMPS:

03:10 - how I got started in balloon drops

06:06 - my nightmare first drop

09:27 - netting & rigging

15:56 - top tips for color selection & pricing

21:29 - helping your customers have a successful drop

24:56 - balloon drop alternatives

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

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Profitable Pop-Drops

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112. Jamie & her new shop | Jamie of Event Accents Nov 08, 2022

Show notes

Personally, I've had awesome luck running a home-based business, but I know that can't and won't always be the case. Jamie comes on the show for this episode to tell us all about her new shop, including special considerations she took in the process of getting it.

It was so fun to hear Jamie's business story again. From laid off, to every balloon popping on her first job, to now having her own shop, I know you'll find her inspiring. Listen in for some awesome motivation to take the next step with your balloon business!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:54 - the progression of her business

06:23 - all the details about finding her shop

17:16 - the inside of her shop

22:41 - the money factor

32:48 - how her business has changed since moving in

43:35 - mindset changes since moving in

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

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111. Bonus episode: Business Made Simple Nov 03, 2022

Show notes

Here's another overview of what we've been learning about over in the Bright Balloon Book Club!

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Last month, we read through Business Made Simple by Donald Miller and I have a few takeaways that I'll share in this bonus episode.

Thanks to our sponsors!

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110. Recession-proof your business Nov 01, 2022

Show notes

So the topic of this episode might feel a little bit scary, but I actually came away from this recording session with a lot of ideas!

Elizabeth and Jeff share a bunch of proactive things that you can do when you see inflation starting to affect your business and the things around you. From analyzing your pricing and profitability to adjusting your marketing strategy, there are plenty of things you can do to avoid being a victim of a recession!

Listen in and let us know what steps you're going to take first to maintain a healthy business!

TIMESTAMPS:

01:29 - what to do when a recession feels imminent

06:39 - shifting and pivoting your business

15:54 - pricing and profitability

25:04 - saving, investing and selling

37:29 - specific actions to take now

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

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Ep. 81 Price Transparency

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109. Ask me anything! Oct 25, 2022

Show notes

Thank you all so much for participating in this "ask me anything" on Instagram! I really had a lot of fun thinking through these questions and how I handle them in my business.

I've left quite a few resources here in the show notes that relate to the answers to your questions, and hope that I was able to share some helpful insight!

TIMESTAMPS:

1:58 - backdrops, invoices, helium and diversifying

10:35 - color choices and quoting process

13:05 - picking your business name & where to start

15:57 - outdoor balloons & the trajectory of balloon decor

18:25 - my van, when to start with a CRM & pricing calculators

22:03 - goals and dreams for my business

24:52 - favorite inflator

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

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Custom Color Chart | Multi-Brand

Balloon Boss Mastermind

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17hats setup from Let Nicole Help

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108. Why I stopped inflating balloons Oct 18, 2022

Show notes

To be honest, I never thought I would record an episode like this! But while it's still pretty fresh, I wanted to give the run-down of what it looks like to have hired someone to help me inflate my balloons.

This episode has all the juicy details...why I decided I finally needed to hire help, what was holding me back, how I found and trained her, what's working, what's not and what I pay her!

If you're thinking of hiring, maybe that person in your business won't be an inflator, but a front office or salesperson. But the same concerns and benefits will likely apply. Listen in and let me know how you're feeling about making your first hire! And thanks again to Tiffany of Confetti Castle for helping me take the leap!

TIMESTAMPS:

02:38 - how I've run my business until now & what / who inspired my decision

07:53 - why I was holding myself back from hiring

15:03 - the hiring and onboarding process

28:44 - how much I pay her

34:22 - an interesting side affect of having hired help

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT)

Fiore Accounting & Tax Services

Balloon Boss Mastermind

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