How to start a party planner business

You will want to obtain all necessary permits, name and brand your business, and build a portfolio in order to start a party planner business. A huge part of the party planner business is the overall branding, as party planning focuses on the ability to present something beautiful, thoughtful, and cohesive. Good branding must reflect that.

1. Obtain permits

   To provide a service in the United States, you will need to hold various permits. Be sure to look into what is required in your area, and obtain those before you open your business so you will not run into any legal troubles.

2. Name and brand your business

   To begin your business, you will need to decide on branding. A huge part of branding is choosing a name for your business. This is a great chance for you to stand out from your competitors.

3. Build a portfolio

   Once you have all the required permits to legally begin working, you can start taking on your first clients and building up a portfolio. Most likely, your first clients will not be paying well, but this is an essential practice for you to gain experience. Your first jobs are more about the experience and building a portfolio rather than making lots of money.

4. Market your business

   It is important to create a marketing plan to promote your business. This could include hiring out marketing to an agency or doing it yourself. You need to ensure that your brand has visibility. It could be beneficial to use traditional marketing strategies as well as visit local markets and fairs with a booth that represents your business.