Mary W. Brophy

Tips for Healthy Teeth: 3 Drinks for Dental Health, 1 Drink to Avoid

It's typical for many people to not think about what they drink and how it is affecting their teeth. The reality is that people may cause harm to their teeth by making the wrong choice in beverages they consume. Most people know that proper dental car... Read >

How To Uniquely Brand Your Business

Growing a plant is easy at first. You put the seeds in the soil, water it frequently, and watch it grow. Unfortunately, growing your business is not always this simple. And, just like a houseplant, it takes time, effort and commitment to make sure your bu... Read >

Wedding Planners: 5 Steps for Prosperous Branding

What do all successful businesses have in common? They create a recognizable brand - a distinct image, a level of quality, and expectations that others associate with their success. Branding isn't just for consumer goods and advertising firms. As a wed... Read >

10 Tips for an Impressive Brand

Building your business can feel overwhelming at times. But, with minimal investment and maximum effort, you can create a brand that reflects the gold standard. Just implement 1 tactic in each tip topic and your brand will begin to flourish. Once you ar... Read >

Pragmatic Branding: Small Business, Big Image

All businesses, great and small, start with an idea. From huge multinational conglomerates to your neighborhood pastry shop, somebody thought "Hey, This could actually work!" Branding Impacts Your Success Unfortunately, an idea is not enough to star... Read >

Wedding Planners: Top 5 Skills Needed to Succeed

The best wedding planners and consultants have a knack for planning wonderful celebrations and making it look easy. "How did she create such an incredible wedding?" wonder guests at yet another magnificent, well managed event. Make sure your wedding plann... Read >

Branding a Business? Benefits and Costs

Many business owners consider a company's brand to be one of its greatest assets. How can you create a brand for your small business that will deliver this value premium? How much will it cost? And, perhaps most importantly, is it worth it? Branding: I... Read >

Hosting a Theme Wedding? Ideas & Tips To Make It Unforgettable

One of the most modern trends of weddings today is hosting a memorable bash with an elaborately planned theme. Brides from all over are looking for ways to have the most creative and unforgettable ceremony and reception. Creating a theme will add your own... Read >

Wedding Planners: Rise Above by Promoting Your Business

Growing your wedding consulting business is all about word of mouth, image, and professionalism. To get started, you need to know which brides you will appeal to and then executing a plan for reaching out to them. Identify Your Target Bride There ar... Read >

Wedding Monograms: Modern or Magical?

Are you looking for a unique way to modernize and add a theme to your wedding day? Consider creating a unique monogram and using it to accent the meaning and decorations throughout your wedding day. This creative touch can be an elegant way to personalize... Read >

Why You Can Afford a Wedding Planner!

If you think wedding planners and consultants are just for the glamorous ladies of Hollywood, think again! The evidence is quite the contrary - wedding planners can help keep your wedding within budget, and save you money along the way. Industry Contac... Read >

How to Show Appreciation on Your Wedding Day

Planning a wedding can be hard work - but luckily you've been surrounded by a wonderful group of people who have helped get you through. Your attendants have likely been there for you as you've planned, re-planned, and planned some more. Or, maybe they've... Read >

A Bridal Emergency Kit: Something You Might Just Need

You've planned your wedding. You've had all your dress fittings, and flowers are set to be delivered to your venue on your special day. Have you put together your something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue? Now it's time to add "... Read >

Wedding Planners: Tips to Grow Your Referrals

For wedding planners, personal referrals are one of the most effective ways to attract new business. After all, many of your customers will only use your services once. It's so important that they tell their cousins, sisters, best friends, and waitresses ... Read >

Wedding Planners: Monograms for Style and Theme

Part of your job as a wedding planner is to create an outstanding occasion that your guests will never forget. To create a seamless event, there needs to be a common thread linking all the components together. In its simplest form, this is done through th... Read >