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EVENTrepreneur: A person who turns their passion for events into a profitable business. The Unstoppable Eventrepreneur™ Podcast brings you the strategies and tactics you need to build and scale your event planning business. Learn about the thinking and habits you must develop in order to turn your passion for event planning into a full-time job! Learn from a multiple 6-figure event planning veteran, May Yeo Silvers. Her specialty? Her “no sugar coating, giving it to you the way it is” form of communication that breaks down ideas and strategies into actionable step-by-step processes. Tune in, be inspired and get ready to start discovering the untapped potential within you to truly become an Unstoppable Eventrepreneur! For more business tips, strategies and mindset reset, follow along with May: • Connect with me at: may@events4anyone.com • Website: www.mayyeosilvers.com • LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mayyeosilvers • Facebook: www.facebook.com/mayyeosilvers • IG: www.instagram.com/mayyeosilvers • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mayyeosilversofficial • FB private group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/events4anyone
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“If you can’t even respect your own boundaries, how can you expect your client to respond or respect your boundaries?” says May Yeo Silvers in this episode, as she explores the art of setting firm but respectful boundaries with clients in the event planning industry.
May shares personal stories and practical advice, stressing the importance of being proactive from the outset—establishing clear expectations around communication, workflow, and availability during the initial sales process. She highlights documenting communications and maintaining professionalism as ways to reinforce these boundaries, while also advising planners to respect their own time to avoid setting unsustainable precedents.
With a blend of empathy and assertiveness, May’s insights guide event planners in creating a balanced, fulfilling work-life dynamic, ensuring both their clients’ satisfaction and their own well-being.
Quotes
• “How do you set boundaries? What do you say to clients who don’t seem to understand that they don’t own you? When they contract you, they don’t own you. I can understand from the client’s perspective that they don’t want to forget details. So, they send you an email, a text message, or ask to get on a call because, for them, it’s so urgent. So, what do you do when you have a situation like this, after they’ve already hired you? What you need to do is not react—not handle this problem in a reactive mode. You need to handle it in a proactive mode, meaning you prevent it from happening before it even begins.” (05:47 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “I am super protective about my boundaries, my time, and I make sure that my client is aware of that.” (24:44 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You need to respect your own boundaries because if you don’t, your client won’t either.” (25:11 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “All of this has to be done with finesse. It cannot be cold. It has to be done with a level of understanding, a level of curiosity, and communicated in a way that helps them understand why, for the sake of efficiency and clarity, you need certain information before getting on a call with them or responding to them. All of this comes with experience and your personality.” (26:10 | May Yeo Silvers)
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Thursday Nov 07, 2024
The Power of the “Golden Hour” for Your Business and Personal Life - Episode 163
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
“Golden hour is the hour of the day that you are operating at peak efficiency or at optimum. That means you are at your most focused, your best form, you are in the zone,” says May Yeo Silvers. In this episode, she discusses the value of identifying and embracing these golden hours to boost productivity and balance in both business and life. May shares her personal experience of adjusting to life after a serious illness, explaining how tuning into these peak moments has helped her maintain progress, even when physical limitations make it challenging. She encourages listeners to cultivate self-awareness, align tasks with their available energy, and leverage these moments for impactful results.
For those looking for additional support and inspiration, May invites listeners to join the Unstoppable Eventrepreneur community—a space for networking, encouragement, and practical business strategies. May’s message is clear: finding and making the most of your golden hours, even during difficult times, can be the key to sustaining and growing a successful business.
Quotes
• “Golden hour is the hour of the day that you are operating at peak efficiency or at optimum. That means you are at your most focused, your best form, you are in the zone.” (01:35 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “It’s not a situation when you’re building a business where it’s either you do nothing or you do everything... Business is like a fire. You’ve got to start with the flint.” (10:57 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You need to find that particular spark in your waking hours where you find that burst of motivation and energy to fan the fire in your business.” (18:56 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Once you are so self-aware of how your body is feeling, how your mind is feeling, how your emotions are feeling, then you will know when to just do a small fanning of the fire or a big fanning to create a big blaze for your business.” (22:47 | May Yeo Silvers)
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Thursday Oct 31, 2024
The Things You Should NOT Say to Your Clients - Episode 162
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
“Every client thinks that they’re the most important client. Their event is the most important. Nothing else matters. This is their perspective, and you need to respect their perspective because they’re spending good money,” says May Yeo Silvers. In this episode, she discusses the critical role of communication in the event planning industry, focusing on how professionals can navigate client interactions with empathy and professionalism.
May points out common missteps made by event planners, designers, and decorators, such as citing multiple ongoing projects or personal financial obligations to explain delays. These explanations, while factual, can leave clients feeling undervalued and unimportant, harming the client-vendor relationship. Instead, she advocates for a client-first mindset, where every client is made to feel like the top priority.
May offers practical tips on how to reframe potentially dismissive language, such as addressing delays or additional charges by referring back to the agreed scope of work. This approach reinforces the client’s investment and avoids diminishing their sense of importance.
Clear and respectful communication, especially when discussing scope changes or missed deadlines, is essential. By assuming the best intentions from clients and their teams, event professionals can foster a positive and supportive environment, strengthening relationships and enhancing client satisfaction.
Quotes
• “Every client thinks that they’re the most important client, their event is the most important. Nothing else matters. This is their perspective, and you need to respect their perspective because they’re spending good money.” (06:55 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Ego is going to kill all deals. In this position, you never want to be the one with the big ego. Let the client be the big ego.” (17:18 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You need to make your client feel like they are the number one; the one and only client. And you also need to be very clear about what is the scope of work that they hire you for and remind your client that that is the scope of work that they hire you for. Anything beyond that is an additional cost.” (19:20 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Maintaining your relationship with your existing clients is gonna help you grow your business so much easier and faster than you think you can.” (21:24 | May Yeo Silvers)
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Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
“It is your job to educate your client on the specific expectations for the on-site coordinator and the tasks they need to perform on that day,” says May Yeo Silvers. In this episode, she points out the importance of clearly communicating the role of an on-site coordinator to clients, especially when they assume friends, family, or venue staff can handle these responsibilities. May underscores that while these informal helpers may have good intentions, they often lack the experience needed to manage the intricate details of an event, from vendor coordination to ensuring everything runs on schedule.
May encourages event planners to take a proactive approach by explaining the value of professional coordination and the specific tasks involved. This episode empowers planners to demonstrate why investing in an on-site coordinator ensures the event flows smoothly and prevents well-meaning but unprepared helpers from becoming overwhelmed. By educating clients on the complexities of event management, planners can help them understand the importance of having experienced professionals in place on their special day.
Quotes
• “It is your job to educate your client on the specific expectations for the on-site coordinator and the tasks they need to perform on that day.” (11:16 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “As a planner, don’t discount or brush it off or be condescending when your client tells you that they have friends and family helping. It’s not because they want to save money. Sometimes it could be, but sometimes it could be out of good intention that they want to do it, but they really have no idea what is required of them.” (17:38 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You have to make it as professional, as formal as possible so that your client and the person whom they say that they’re going to be helping feels the importance of this role, which is going to be the key player.” (20:10 | May Yeo Silvers)
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Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Should You Reduce Your Fees When the Event Size Decreases? - Episode 160
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
“You need to understand, from a planner’s perspective, what fees will remain unchanged, even if the number of attendees fluctuates, unless there’s a significant increase in your workload,” says May Yeo Silvers. In this episode, she addresses a common dilemma for event planners: whether to reduce fees when a client’s guest count changes. Drawing on her experience, May explains that while tangible costs like food and decor may fluctuate with the number of attendees, the essential planning tasks—such as venue sourcing, contract negotiations, and vendor coordination—remain constant, regardless of event size.
She emphasizes the importance of educating clients about this distinction, helping them understand that the time and expertise involved in planning an event are consistent, whether it’s for 10 or 1,000 people. By doing so, planners can ensure their fees reflect the true value of their work, avoiding the pitfall of reducing prices when the workload hasn’t changed. May encourages event professionals to confidently stand by their pricing, while also being transparent about when adjustments may be justified for specific, tangible services.
Quotes
• “If you need me to source for a venue, the work of sourcing the venue is still the same. It doesn’t matter whether I’m sourcing for 10 people or 1,000 people.” (03:02 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Your fee in terms of planning and designing will not go down because these are intangible services. That means they can’t really see an actual product. It’s a service that you provide.” (03:56 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “The only thing that the numbers will fluctuate will be the actual product. The food and beverage cost will go down because you’re feeding less people.” (05:15 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You need to understand, from a planner’s perspective, what fees will remain unchanged, even if the number of attendees fluctuates, unless there’s a significant increase in your workload.” (07:26 | May Yeo Silvers)
Make sure you go to the show notes and follow me on social media to learn more strategies about how to thrive in the competitive events industry!
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Connect with May at: may@events4anyone.com
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Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Are You Managing Your Business Cash Flow Effectively? - Episode 159
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
“As a business owner, if you don’t work, you don’t make money. So you have to be extremely disciplined when it comes to cash flow,” says May Yeo Silvers. In this episode, she shares a personal story about her recent health scare, highlighting the critical need for both self-care and careful financial management.
May emphasizes that, while it’s easy to focus on booking events and generating revenue, many business owners neglect essential financial practices, such as tracking deposits and managing expenses. Without a clear understanding of cash flow, even successful businesses can run into trouble. She points out the importance of regularly checking bank accounts and credit card balances to avoid overspending or falling into debt, and reminds listeners that discipline is the key to staying financially healthy.
May urges entrepreneurs to move beyond the day-to-day operations of their businesses and take an active role in managing their financial health. She encourages listeners to join her live support community, where they can receive hands-on guidance and accountability in overcoming financial challenges. The community offers co-working sessions and practical support to help business owners maintain a firm grasp on their financials and sustain long-term success. Click here to learn more!
Quotes
• “As a business owner, if you don’t work, you don’t make money. So you have to be extremely disciplined when it comes to cash flow. When the money is coming in, and you’re grateful for the sales effort that’s paying off and converting into paid clients, you need the discipline to pay yourself, cover your bills, and set aside contingency funds.” (09:59 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “If your credit card bill is higher than what you have in the bank, that’s a major red flag.” (14:04 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You are operating in your business instead of managing your business.” (16:02 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You have to look at your numbers. You have to be so disciplined to look at your numbers. It’s not the sexiest thing to do, but if you don’t get this part right, your business is just running in circles.” (18:08 | May Yeo Silvers)
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Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Replay: CEO Mindset vs Employee Mindset - Episode 158
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
When most people think of running a business, they imagine making lots of money, traveling the world, and working less. May Yeo Silvers calls this the CEO mindset. While this lifestyle is achievable, it requires a lot of groundwork. In this episode replay, she explains the difference between a CEO mindset and an employee mindset.
May points out that letting go of the employee mindset is the first step towards building a successful business, and that entails focusing on investing in your business and being prepared to go the extra mile. Unlike employees, CEOs take on more risks because they are accountable for the outcome of every decision. Before starting a business, it’s really important to understand what being a CEO truly involves.
Tune in to this week’s episode to know the key differences between a business owner and a CEO, the value of investing in your business, and how defining your “why” can help you shift from an employee mindset to a successful CEO.
Quotes
• “When you own a business and you know how to run your business, your business is profitable and your business can run without you, you certainly can enjoy the fruits of your labor where you make a lot of money and work very little, very few hours, have minimal involvement in your business, except for critical decisions and communication with your key staff who is running your business. You can take vacation anytime. So, that is the dream life of a CEO or a business owner. But in order to get there, there is some work that needs to be done.” (05:01 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “As a CEO, you are the only person. You have to make all of the decisions and you have to go figure things out.” (07:32 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “In order for your business or your side hustle to become a full-time job, you have got to stop thinking like an employee.” (12:54 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “A CEO is up for challenges. A CEO loves the potential for great results and they're not afraid to fail.” (15:55 | May Yeo Silvers)
Links
If you are ready to turn your passion for events into a profitable business instead of an expensive hobby, your lowest cost of investment to find one of the best resources in the events field is our 24 course Business Kickstart Bundle, at only $24!
The bundle focuses on the key pillar of business success: Pricing for Profit, Marketing for Brand Visibility, Sales Strategy to Close Sales, Business Legalities, Mindset and Productivity Hacks!
Click on this link (https://learnwith.mayyeosilvers.com/kickstart-24ob47oto67-podcast) to get your bundle today!
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Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Should You Advise Your Client to Pay Venue Room Rental? - Episode 157
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
“Every time your client has to pay for one thing, it means they will have less money to pay for another thing. And that other thing could be you,” says May Yeo Silvers, as she explores the impact of room rental fees on overall event budgets. She emphasizes that event planners need to understand the broader financial picture, as every expense—whether it’s decor, catering, or venue rental—affects what’s left to cover their own fees.
May expresses her strong dislike for room rental fees, especially in the post-COVID environment where venues have become stricter due to rising operational costs. However, she also shares when it may be necessary to pay these fees, such as for events with large spaces or extensive setup needs. She touches on strategies like negotiating room rental fees alongside food and beverage minimums to create a win-win for both the client and the venue.
May encourages event professionals to think beyond their immediate tasks and adopt a more strategic view of the entire event budget which can strengthen relationships with clients and establish the planner as a trusted expert who can navigate financial decisions with ease.
Quotes
• “Remember, every time your client has to pay for one thing, it means they will have less money to pay for another thing. And that other thing could be you.” (01:14 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “You don’t want to have your blinders on and only focus on your one thing. It’s good to understand the whole picture when an event is happening or when your client needs help with an event. Knowing the event budget will really help because it shows your expertise as an event professional who has more knowledge than just doing that one thing. Your client gains more trust in you because you’ve been able to offer advice and guidance outside your scope of work.” (01:47 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “I’m a strategist. I don’t just take orders from my client. I understand their vision, their needs for the events, and then I go to work when it comes to doing the event budget. I try to strategize the best way to negotiate the best contract for my client.” (21:11 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Should you advise your client to pay room rental? This is just touching the surface, but it’s a good tip you can learn, right? You, as a planner or an event strategist—if you want to call yourself that, just like I do—don’t just take orders. I question every single thing. I strategize every single component when planning the event. So, this is another piece of knowledge you can put in your tool bag to help your client and showcase your expertise and value.” (24:13 | May Yeo Silvers)
Links
If you are ready to turn your passion for events into a profitable business instead of an expensive hobby, your lowest cost of investment to find one of the best resources in the events field is our 24 course Business Kickstart Bundle, at only $24!
The bundle focuses on the key pillar of business success: Pricing for Profit, Marketing for Brand Visibility, Sales Strategy to Close Sales, Business Legalities, Mindset and Productivity Hacks! Click on this link (https://learnwith.mayyeosilvers.com/kickstart-24ob47oto67-podcast) to get your bundle today!
Connect with May at: may@events4anyone.com
Website: www.mayyeosilvers.com
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Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Learn This SKILL and Your Clients & Vendors Would LOVE You - Episode 156
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
“It’s not just the money—your reputation is on the line. That’s why I say you need to learn this skill. And once you learn it, your clients and your vendors will love you,” says May Yeo Silvers. This week, May underscores a vital skill for event professionals: mastering the logistics of setup time. She explains that success hinges on knowing how much time vendors need and ensuring that venues are booked accordingly to avoid last-minute stress, added costs, and rushed setups.
May highlights how poor planning often results in rushed setups, increased labor costs, and unnecessary tension. From missing critical details like audiovisual setups to underestimating the time needed for custom designs, such oversights can jeopardize the event. One example she shares involves an event at a New York library, where the venue was booked for just the day of the event, leaving no time for proper setup—leading to a chaotic and stressful situation for both vendors and the client.
May encourages event professionals to ask detailed questions, negotiate for adequate setup time, and compare the costs between extra labor and additional venue hours. Proper communication and planning with vendors not only save money and reduce stress but also help maintain a strong reputation. By mastering these logistics, professionals can ensure smooth, well-executed events that build trust and satisfaction with clients and vendors alike.
Quotes
• “The skill I’m talking about is the ability to understand what is required for the event to happen successfully in terms of logistics—particularly the time it takes for vendors to set up the event.” (04:25 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Whether you are a planner, designer, or decorator, when you are tasked with booking a venue as part of your service—especially as a planner—if you are hired to book the venue for your client’s event, or if you are a designer or decorator hired to design or decorate the event, you need to have a crystal clear idea of how long it’s going to take for you, the designer or decorator, to execute the design. And if you’re a planner, you need to have a very clear idea of how long it’s going to take for your vendors, or the vendors that you or the client has hired, to execute the event.” (05:04 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “The particular skill you need to have is knowing how long it takes for the entire event to be set up. Not just your scope, but the whole event.” (24:14 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “It’s not just the money—your reputation is on the line. That’s why I say you need to learn this skill. And once you learn it, your clients and your vendors will love you. They’ll love you because you have a helicopter view of what it takes to make the event successful.” (25:44 | May Yeo Silvers)
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Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Lessons I Learned from My 7-9 Figure Business Mentors - Episode 155
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
“I spent over $100,000 on business mentors who helped me build my business, improve my wealth awareness, and taught me how to sell. I also worked with mentors who helped me understand the programming from my childhood to adulthood, and how I could change that programming. This shift in my belief system improved my relationships with my family, clients, vendors, and many other areas of my life,” shares May Yeo Silvers.
This week, May reflects on the pivotal role mentorship played in her journey, offering key lessons for personal and business growth. She debunks the idea of waiting for the “right time” to take action, urging entrepreneurs to create their own opportunities and avoid procrastination. May emphasizes the importance of financial discipline, noting that successful entrepreneurs find ways to generate and allocate resources, rather than making excuses. Understanding how clients perceive value is essential in sales, where aligning your services with their priorities can make all the difference.
May also tackles the emotional challenges of running a business, from letting go of underperforming employees to standing firm on pricing. She advocates for focusing more on the business side of things than the craft itself, urging entrepreneurs to embrace business strategies and management to achieve sustainable growth. For those struggling with these aspects, May advises seeking mentorship or partnerships to develop the essential skills needed to run a successful business.
Through her experiences and lessons learned from her mentors, May provides actionable insights for entrepreneurs looking to accelerate their business growth, highlighting the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and a proactive approach to decision-making.
Quotes
• “When you’re building a business, there’s never really a ‘right’ time. It’s about what you make of the time you have. It’s like flying the plane while you’re still building it. Your job is to try not to crash badly. I say ‘try not to crash badly’ instead of ‘try not to crash’ because you will crash. That’s when you know that whatever you’re doing isn’t working.” (07:58 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “Learning how to start, grow, and sustain a business is a completely different skill set from the actual skills needed for client fulfillment and providing your services. You need to understand that.” (17:56 | May Yeo Silvers)
• “If you don’t have a love for business—whether it’s starting, growing, or sustaining it, and if you don’t enjoy any part of it, including business strategies and tactics—then it will be a challenge. It’s not easy to love, as it will test you as a person and as a CEO, tearing you down while also lifting you up.” (20:02 | May Yeo Silvers)
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