Welcome to\u00a0our \u201cDay in the Life\u201d series! We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. If you would like to be featured,\u00a0download our questionnaire here<\/a>\u00a0and email your responses and photos to\u00a0info@plannerslounge.com<\/a>. We are excited to feature\u00a0<\/strong>Insert name and location<\/p>\n Name:<\/strong> \u00a0Samone Goodrich<\/strong> <\/p>\n Business Name & Location:<\/strong> \u00a0Raquel Samone Weddings & Saint Louis, Mo<\/strong><\/p>\n Years Working in the Event Industry: <\/strong>10<\/p>\n Years Owning Your Event Planning Business:<\/strong> 5<\/p>\n Website:<\/strong> www.raquelsamoneweddings.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Facebook:<\/strong> facebook.com\/raquelsamoneweddings<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Instagram:<\/strong> Instagram.com\/raquelsamoneweddings<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n What is your typical day like?<\/strong><\/p>\n A typical day for me looks different every single day. I work a full-time job and volunteer at my local church within our children\u2019s ministry. On Mondays and Fridays, I work from home, and on other days, I work in the office. I am very grateful to work a job that allows me to be flexible to care for my wedding clients. I work within HR. On average, I start my day at 8 am (even on the weekends). After work, I head home, cook, and spend the rest of the evening working on my business. While working, I typically listen to education podcasts or audiobooks to allow me to learn. I am grateful that both my full-time job and my business allow me to serve others wholeheartedly, but in different ways. My end goal is to become a full-time entrepreneur.<\/p>\n How did you get started in the industry?<\/strong><\/p>\n I am a firm believer that our industry should be rooted in hospitality. I strive to provide unreasonable hospitality because that\u2019s what my clients deserve. My love for hospitality began in 2014 when I started working at Disney World. There, I was taught that it\u2019s not about the things the customers get to do, it\u2019s how you make them feel. You make them feel lost in a world that is less stressful and more fun. We were trained to go to great lengths to ensure we could incorporate a culture where people felt seen, heard, understood, and surprised and delighted. I had just graduated from college with a major in Theater Arts, and the idea of being able to be a part of a job where you could create a different world was exciting to me. Soon after, I realized I wasn\u2019t meant to be an actress (although I still love it). Instead, Disney had opened my eyes to how truly magical weddings could be. For the longest time, I ignored it and didn\u2019t pursue it until my friend had me plan her wedding in 2018. After that, I realized wedding planning was fun but hard. I don\u2019t think it helps that I was the planner AND the bridesmaid. Eventually, I decided to start my business in March of 2020. Once I decided, I never looked back. <\/p>\n What inspires you?<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n I know it may sound clich\u00e9, but life truly inspires me. The places I go, the people I meet, and the experiences I collect all shape how I design wedding experiences. I draw inspiration from art, food, culture, architecture, and interior design. Each thing offers a unique lens that informs my creative process. However, it\u2019s not just about aesthetics. These experiences also shape how I serve my clients. It has taught me to be attentive, intuitive, and thoughtful. They remind me that the most minor details often leave the biggest impression. Above all, it\u2019s the love in my own life that fuels my passion to serve each couple in a way that\u2019s deeply personal and uniquely theirs.<\/p>\n What are your favorite online resources for your business?<\/strong><\/p>\n I absolutely adore<\/em> Candice Coppola\u2019s Planner Playbook. It\u2019s packed with actionable resources that have truly elevated how I approach planning and design. Her blog and podcast are also on constant rotation for me. I\u2019ve also been loving \u2018The Business of Luxury Weddings\u2019 by James x Schulze\u2014it\u2019s such a sharp take on the industry. And when it comes to marketing? Enji and Sara Does SEO have been game changers. Their tools and strategies have made a real impact.<\/p>\n Aside from wedding and event planning, how do you spend your time?<\/strong><\/p>\n When I\u2019m not planning weddings, you\u2019ll find me spending time with my husband, our two orange cats\u2014Oscar and OJ\u2014and our lovable basset hound, Benjamin (Ben for short). I\u2019m always up for traveling, trying new foods, and discovering experiences that spark joy. I\u2019m a Disney movie binger through and through. I also volunteer at my church and have the honor of supporting a few amazing kids who\u2019ve become my bonus nieces and nephews.<\/p>\n Samone, thank you so much for sharing your story and a day in your life. 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