Comments on: Frequently Asked Questions: When is it time to reinvent yourself or your business? http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/ Preston Bailey is an award winning event designer. He is renowned for his breathtaking weddings, unique floral designs, centerpieces, floral artistry, and inspired table settings. Sun, 26 May 2013 03:36:28 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: Teri http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-10335 Teri Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:23:44 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-10335 Hi Preston, I am reinventing myself more now that I’m in my 7th year of business. I’m recognizing a lot of things that I wanted to do or have in my heart to do I wasn’t able do to lack of knowledge and clientele. Now I’m taking a leap of faith trusting God, the creativity in my heart and searching for the clients to do it with I’m excited. So I have begun taking more event & meeting planning classes, networking with like minded people and reading your blog. I have tons of books now in the area of special event; meeting planning and books by you and David Tutera. Staying on top of the industry is a MUST in our business. If I was sitting in front of you right now, my questions would be –How do I go after celebrity clients? I have always wanted to work with Queen Latifah and others. Also, how do I promote myself to work with clients who are willing to pay more then $5000 on an event instead of $2000 or less (lol) please tell me, what the secret is!!!! (lol) Hi Preston, I am reinventing myself more now that I’m in my 7th year of business. I’m recognizing a lot of things that I wanted to do or have in my heart to do I wasn’t able do to lack of knowledge and clientele. Now I’m taking a leap of faith trusting God, the creativity in my heart and searching for the clients to do it with I’m excited. So I have begun taking more event & meeting planning classes, networking with like minded people and reading your blog. I have tons of books now in the area of special event; meeting planning and books by you and David Tutera. Staying on top of the industry is a MUST in our business.
If I was sitting in front of you right now, my questions would be –How do I go after celebrity clients? I have always wanted to work with Queen Latifah and others. Also, how do I promote myself to work with clients who are willing to pay more then $5000 on an event instead of $2000 or less (lol) please tell me, what the secret is!!!! (lol)

]]> By: Jan Mazzone http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-4237 Jan Mazzone Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:52:19 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-4237 I have always wanted to ask what happens to all the thousand of flowers when your events are over? For about two years I seriously considered going into event planning. I believe I have a great talent for creating top notch designs using ordinary items, flowers, vases, etc. and reinventing them. I have designed three weddings, from head to toe. But also, as you said the warehousing is almost impossible. After much soal searching, I decided being truthful, I want to have full rein. So I decided to go anothe direction. And I have to admit, I feel like a weight was lifted off my shoulder. But, I am still dying to know the answer to my question. Thank you Preston Bailey. I have always wanted to ask what happens to all the thousand of flowers when your events are over? For about two years I seriously considered going into event planning. I believe I have a great talent for creating top notch designs using ordinary items, flowers, vases, etc. and reinventing them. I have designed three weddings, from head to toe. But also, as you said the warehousing is almost impossible. After much soal searching, I decided being truthful, I want to have full rein. So I decided to go anothe direction. And I have to admit, I feel like a weight was lifted off my shoulder. But, I am still dying to know the answer to my question. Thank you Preston Bailey.

]]> By: Doyin http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-3322 Doyin Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:45:15 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-3322 The first question is if its easy planning and designing at the same time. I've been plannign for a while and now im beginning to like designing as well. The first question is if its easy planning and designing at the same time. I’ve been plannign for a while and now im beginning to like designing as well.

]]> By: Navjot http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-2843 Navjot Sat, 16 Oct 2010 05:49:11 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-2843 I think a creative designer has to reinvent three to four times a year. One thing I have noticed is that no one can copy the design as it is. Preston is known in the present for his consistent effort in designing unique designs. The way you choose the colors and create harmony and balance with timeless glamor, makes a statement. Quest is the key to reinvent and another factor has been critically examining my own designs, this leaves the room for improvement. I never compare myself with other designers as this will only limit my growth. I think a creative designer has to reinvent three to four times a year. One thing I have noticed is that no one can copy the design as it is. Preston is known in the present for his consistent effort in designing unique designs. The way you choose the colors and create harmony and balance with timeless glamor, makes a statement. Quest is the key to reinvent and another factor has been critically examining my own designs, this leaves the room for improvement. I never compare myself with other designers as this will only limit my growth.

]]> By: Tamiko - All Things Simple http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-1441 Tamiko - All Things Simple Sat, 03 Jul 2010 07:36:56 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-1441 Preston, this was yet another great post. I am truly inspired that if you are sitting down and personally writing your blog posts, so can I. Thank you for that:) In terms of reinventing myself, this is something I am currently going through. I am reading the book "Excuse me, your life is waiting" by Lynn Grabhorn and it is truly changing my mindset, which I believe is a great help with my reinvention. Understanding what I truly want and keep that good feeling vibration will bring that same good feeling vibration back to me. Visualizing myself planning an over the top event, taking my business to the next level, and working a mentor. Thank you Preston for your wonderful insights. Preston, this was yet another great post. I am truly inspired that if you are sitting down and personally writing your blog posts, so can I. Thank you for that:)

In terms of reinventing myself, this is something I am currently going through. I am reading the book “Excuse me, your life is waiting” by Lynn Grabhorn and it is truly changing my mindset, which I believe is a great help with my reinvention. Understanding what I truly want and keep that good feeling vibration will bring that same good feeling vibration back to me. Visualizing myself planning an over the top event, taking my business to the next level, and working a mentor.

Thank you Preston for your wonderful insights.

]]> By: Tamie Myers http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-1440 Tamie Myers Wed, 16 Jun 2010 14:32:17 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-1440 Mr Bailey, You are amazing. I just love how you push the limits with your design. Must be an island thing, i am Jamaican and saw what you did with Sandals OMG :) It is because of you why i got into this business. I am just starting out and am taking it day by day learning and growing. I studied interior design, I was a model, i designed clothing and even painted but it was not until i started arranging flowers that it just clicked, this is it my destiny :) I am always reinventing myself/my work, not for the sake of standing out/ego, i push the limits to see if i can really make it happen. one thing i am proud of is that when i design stuff in my head it usually turns out exactly as I envision, that to me is satisfying :) I just started accepting that i must have some skills when i see people copy my art lol. Mr Bailey, You are amazing. I just love how you push the limits with your design. Must be an island thing, i am Jamaican and saw what you did with Sandals OMG :)
It is because of you why i got into this business. I am just starting out and am taking it day by day learning and growing. I studied interior design, I was a model, i designed clothing and even painted but it was not until i started arranging flowers that it just clicked, this is it my destiny :)
I am always reinventing myself/my work, not for the sake of standing out/ego, i push the limits to see if i can really make it happen. one thing i am proud of is that when i design stuff in my head it usually turns out exactly as I envision, that to me is satisfying :)
I just started accepting that i must have some skills when i see people copy my art lol.

]]> By: Bibliana Bovery http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-1439 Bibliana Bovery Wed, 09 Jun 2010 05:59:48 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-1439 I'm a bit late on responding...but this post is relevant to me at this time in my life. Just celebrated a birthday... I have got to reinvent my STYLE....somehow I've lost it and now on a quest to re-do and get it back; wardrobe, hair, attitude, activities, etc. We are revamping everything over here :) and it feels great. Renewal is good for the soul! Mr. Bailey...you are originally from Panama...do you speak Spanish? and do you think it is a necessity (essential) to know another language as you work internationally/ Mr. Bailey...what is your favorite room/space look like, feel like, express your personal style and how often do you redecorate it? Thanks! I’m a bit late on responding…but this post is relevant to me at this time in my life. Just celebrated a birthday… I have got to reinvent my STYLE….somehow I’ve lost it and now on a quest to re-do and get it back; wardrobe, hair, attitude, activities, etc. We are revamping everything over here :) and it feels great. Renewal is good for the soul!

Mr. Bailey…you are originally from Panama…do you speak Spanish? and do you think it is a necessity (essential) to know another language as you work internationally/

Mr. Bailey…what is your favorite room/space look like, feel like, express your personal style and how often do you redecorate it?
Thanks!

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]]> By: Emmanuella Jean-Baptiste http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-1437 Emmanuella Jean-Baptiste Fri, 28 May 2010 14:33:53 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-1437 As I was reading your blog, I realized that in many ways I am that kind of a person. Costantly trying new things. Always wanting to reinvent myself or anything that I do. No matter what I do in regards to jobs or career my heart, my mind always point me to one direction Event Designer. I guess if we were sitting face to face having a conversation, my one question to you would be how did you do it? I don't have a business yet but that's my dream one day preferably soon. I welcome any advice or suggestions that you can give me. This is what I believe I was meant to do. I have very little experience. My wish is that, you can give me some advice on how to start. Thank you for your time. As I was reading your blog, I realized that in many ways I am that kind of a person. Costantly trying new things. Always wanting to reinvent myself or anything that I do. No matter what I do in regards to jobs or career my heart, my mind always point me to one direction Event Designer. I guess if we were sitting face to face having a conversation, my one question to you would be how did you do it? I don’t have a business yet but that’s my dream one day preferably soon. I welcome any advice or suggestions that you can give me. This is what I believe I was meant to do. I have very little experience. My wish is that, you can give me some advice on how to start.

Thank you for your time.

]]> By: Elena Emma http://blog.prestonbailey.com/2010/05/25/frequently-asked-questions-when-is-it-time-to-reinvent-yourself-or-your-business/#comment-1436 Elena Emma Wed, 26 May 2010 17:48:43 +0000 http://www.prestonbailey.com/?p=2324#comment-1436 Preston, thank you for your inspiring and artistic work!!! My question is simple: I am a novice event designer, and I strongly believe in learning from the best of the best. I would LOVE to learn from YOU eye-to-eye and possibly become your apprentice on one or more projects. How can we make it happen? Preston, thank you for your inspiring and artistic work!!! My question is simple: I am a novice event designer, and I strongly believe in learning from the best of the best. I would LOVE to learn from YOU eye-to-eye and possibly become your apprentice on one or more projects. How can we make it happen?

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