August Coffee Talk: Why you NEED to hire a Professional

This month's coffee talk is must read for all.

I feel an overwhelming urge to save the wedding world right now, and throw on my "Super Planner" vest.

Has she lost her mind?? You are probably wondering...

Absolutely not!

In my Coffee Talk issue back in March "The BIG "M" word: Money" I discussed how the importance of value, and how you get what you pay for in anything-including services.

This month I would like to take it one step further and discuss the value of hiring a true professional.

So many couples I have worked with, end up hiring "friends" and in the end-it causes HUGE headaches.

I'm sure in the excitement of the moment, every Aunt, cousin, and removed relative comes forward with their suggestions and offerance of help for the big day-it can become very overwhelming-especially taking budget into mind.

So-and-so promises to bake the cake, or do the invitations, or DJ the wedding, or take pictures etc.

However, (isn't there always a however?) these tasks can turn a very simple job, into a nightmare, and sometimes end up costing you way more in the end than if you had just hired a professional.

I have seen too many couples, have a "friend" that was supposed to do something for their wedding day, only for it not to turn out the way they wanted it, or worse not come through at all.

Keep these few things in mind before taking someone else up on their help for your day:

A Professional is just that-A Professional. they understand your day, they are knowledgeable in their field, you can check references, and they understand what commitment means. In most cases, they aren't just "doing it for a buck" and have a true passion, and experience and reasons behind what they charge. They aren't going to leave you high and dry (especially on your wedding day) if they are a true master in their field.
You also don't need to keep feelings in mind or feel like you "have to walk on eggshells" because someone is doing you a favour for your wedding day. If you have an investment in someone that you hired-usually honesty comes naturally. You should be able to tell him/her what your expectations are, and don't need to settle simply because you might sour a relationship. A professional is aware of their business.

The only exception to this, would be if your "friend" is a truly respected professional in their field. A Professional Baker, Photographer, makeup Artist etc.
If they offer their services "pro bono" to you, then you can rest assured that they most likely will follow through, and not ditch you for "a paid gig" or a more appealing offer, since they value commitment.

Too often I have seen couples scramble to find replacements, literally just days before their wedding, all because of promises made by other people to contribute to their day, and in the end, paid much, much more.

My wish for every couple is to see that their wedding day goes exactly the way they want it.
Have a fabulous day!