Managing Expectations with Your Wedding Planner

Managing expectations is one of the most important steps in planning your wedding. Not only do you need to make sure that everyone is on the same page, but you also need to make sure that you’re not setting yourself up for disappointment down the road. 

When working with a Wedding Planner, it’s important to establish what your expectations are from them upfront. This way, they can better help you plan and ensure that your wedding goes off without a hitch.

How to work with your wedding planner to manage expectations

If you are planning a wedding, it is important to have a wedding planner who can help manage expectations. A wedding planner can help you stay on track and get all of the details done in a timely manner. They can also help you deal with any vendors who may not meet your expectations.

1. What are you expecting?

This is the most important question for you to ask yourself. You want your wedding planner to know exactly what you’re expecting and how he or she will be able to accommodate your vision so that you can begin working together. Be sure to include any special requests that you want to make regarding the wedding or honeymoon.

2. What’s your budget? Ask for a written estimate

This will help you to understand what your wedding planner is estimating, and it will give you an idea of how much you can afford to spend. 

3. What’s your timeline? Ask for a written timeline

Having a timeline will help you to stay on track and know exactly what is happening during the wedding planning process. It may also help to determine how many vendors you can work with in order to accomplish your vision.

4. What are your priorities? Ask for a priority list

This will help you to understand the wedding planner’s priorities. It will also help you to determine how much time you can be without their assistance, and whether or not they can accommodate any special requests.

Discuss what is expected of the wedding planner

A wedding planner is a critical part of any wedding. They are responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly, from the planning stages all the way to the big day. Here are five things that most wedding planners expect from their clients: 

1) Communication 

The planner should be able to keep in constant contact with the couple throughout the planning process, answering any questions and providing updates as needed.

2) Planners should be flexible 

Most couples are not used to dealing with planning issues, so the planner is expected to be able to adapt and make changes when needed. 

3) Clear vision and expectations 

The planner should be able to clearly explain what they want the wedding to look like and how they would like it to run. The couple should have a clear idea about the amount of money that they are willing to spend and any other issues that need to be taken care of.

4) Attention to detail

The planner should always be working to make sure that the couple’s wedding day goes as smoothly as possible.  This includes making sure that decorations, favors and other items are in place for the ceremony and also for photographs.

5) Understanding the process 

The planner should be able to explain the process of how each event will occur on the day and what is expected of the couple.

6) Planning for special events 

The planner should also be able to plan for every possible situation that might arise during the wedding.

Working with a wedding planner can help you manage your expectations and ensure that your wedding is the perfect day that you have always dreamed of. By communicating openly with your planner and setting reasonable expectations, you can avoid any stressful surprises and make the planning process a joyous experience.

So don’t hesitate to contact Impressario Inc today and start planning the wedding of your dreams!