{"id":12234,"date":"2017-09-05T07:00:15","date_gmt":"2017-09-05T12:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/?p=12234"},"modified":"2017-09-05T07:00:15","modified_gmt":"2017-09-05T12:00:15","slug":"run-event-planning-business-full-time-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/run-event-planning-business-full-time-job","title":{"rendered":"How to Run an Event Planning Business with a Full-Time Job"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Being your own boss has so many benefits, such as setting your own hours and rates, as well as choosing clients. It\u2019s no surprise that many people pursue an event planner career with the ultimate goal of one day running their own business! However, it takes time and patience to get any new business off the ground &#8211; and it\u2019s often perfectly reasonable (and necessary!) to keep your full-time job intact while you start your business.<\/p>\n<p>But how can this be done? Well, it\u2019s tricky and will take some serious time management skills and commitment, but it\u2019s totally doable. Stick with us as we run through some easy ways you can run your event planning business while still holding down a full-time job (and keep a steady income rolling in!).<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/run-event-planning-business-full-time-job\/#Prioritize\" >Prioritize!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/run-event-planning-business-full-time-job\/#Set_goals\" >Set goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/run-event-planning-business-full-time-job\/#Network\" >Network<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/run-event-planning-business-full-time-job\/#Make_the_most_of_every_moment\" >Make the most of every moment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prioritize\"><\/span>Prioritize!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Look, we\u2019re not going to sugar coat it for you \u2013 running your own event business and maintaining a full-time job is no easy task. It takes a great deal of dedication, organization, and the ability to keep your eye on the prize. In order to keep everything running smoothly, and still reach your career goals as a certified event planner, it all comes down to one word: prioritizing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17204\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120145.870.jpg\" alt=\"certified event planner checking her watch\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120145.870.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120145.870-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Everyone organizes their lives differently, so you really need to figure out what works for you before diving into a situation where you\u2019re taking on new clients, figuring out d\u00e9cor for events, and working hard at your full-time job. If a schedule is the best way to keep track of all your responsibilities, then do so! Having your week or month at a glance will allow you to schedule clients without worrying about double-booking, and will also give yourself enough downtime in between work and your business (this is very important \u2013 you need to take care of yourself!).<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, putting reminders in your phone or keeping everything jotted down in a notebook also works. You\u2019ll need to carve out time in the evenings and on weekends to devote to your event planning business, as your days will be busy at your job, so making a note each week of the hours you\u2019ll need to put in is vital to both your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2015\/03\/top-tips-stress-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stress levels and your event planning career<\/a>. After all, the last thing you want to do is burn out before you\u2019ve even begun the juggling act of running your business and working full-time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_goals\"><\/span>Set goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A full-time job is just that \u2013 a full-time job, and a BIG time commitment. It\u2019s easy to get swept away in responsibilities, whether it\u2019s your job or family, and lose sight of why you\u2019re running an event planning business.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17205\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120326.934.jpg\" alt=\"event planner course student on computer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120326.934.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120326.934-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is why it\u2019s so important to set goals. Your business is not a hobby, although you may enjoy it just as much! You really need to plan your next steps in a clear way, whether it be to acquire <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2015\/01\/deal-rush-new-clients\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a certain number of clients<\/a> by X date, or increase your social media following by X date &#8211; be sure to follow through on those goals.<\/p>\n<p>Make a long list of these items and hang them in an area of your home or office that\u2019s visible. This way, you\u2019ll see them every day and be reminded of what needs to be done to keep your event planning career moving along successfully. Be realistic with this list, but be sure to force yourself to get tasks done \u2013 it\u2019s much easier to do in simple steps than to be overwhelmed by the tasks at hand. Crossing items off that list of goals is going to feel amazing, and rewarding!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Network\"><\/span>Network<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of whether you\u2019re currently working at an event job, or in another position, you can always find ways to network. If you\u2019re interacting with customers in your current job, be sure to mention that you\u2019re currently starting an event planning business, and provide them with your business card and website. Never underestimate the power of a connection made in person! A co-worker could be looking for an event planner, or have a friend or family member who is getting married and will need a wedding planner \u2013 you never know.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17206\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120538.491.jpg\" alt=\"event planner networking with other professionals in event industry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120538.491.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120538.491-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We know you\u2019re pressed for time, but attending networking events such as trade shows and open houses at local venues can be very beneficial. Meeting as many people as you can is essential.<\/p>\n<p>Another way to boost your event planning business while working a full-time job is to team up with local businesses in your area. Nobody knows your business better than you do, so figure out where your clients are going for other services (perhaps a bakery, retail store, or salon) and try to network your way to more visibility. Get to know business owners and find out if their clientele has ever shown interest in event planning services \u2013 this could lead to a recommendation or a partnership which could have a seriously positive effect on your business.<\/p>\n<p>The great news? You can do all this while working full-time! Even better if your job is located near one of these businesses, or if you know the owner already. Check out a few more ways of <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2016\/10\/5-cheap-marketing-tips-boost-event-planning-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">boosting your business<\/a> while working full-time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_the_most_of_every_moment\"><\/span>Make the most of every moment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your downtime is extremely valuable since you certainly can\u2019t pour from an empty cup! However, in order to run your event planning business successfully, you\u2019re going to have to make some sacrifices. This includes making your free time as productive as possible.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17207\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120742.700.jpg\" alt=\"event decor setup tablescape\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120742.700.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-08-26T120742.700-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you work five days a week, your evenings and weekends become a valuable time to spend planning events, finding new clients, and boosting your business through marketing or networking. Making the most of your spare time is key, but remember to carve out time (any time possible) to relax and recharge. We know it\u2019s not easy, but it\u2019s necessary to your success!<\/p>\n<p>While it is a huge time commitment to balance both a full-time job and an event planning business, your hard work will inevitably pay off in such a rewarding industry. You can look forward to leaving your full-time job at some point to focus on event planning full-time \u2013 and you may even take on some former coworkers as clients!<\/p>\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Learn how to effectively market yourself and manage the back end of your event planning business with<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2016\/09\/accelerate-business-workshop-course-sample\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> QC\u2019s Accelerate Your Business Workshop!<\/a><\/i><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out how to run a successful event planning business while you work another job full-time!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":17203,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,11],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[350],"class_list":["post-12234","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business","category-career"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v26.6) - 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