Join us in this episode where Laura Crockett, your host, takes you behind the scenes of what REALLY happens in a day in the life of a celebrant.Ever wondered what celebrants actually DO all day? Spoiler alert: it's so much more than just showing up on the big day! 💫There's no one-size-fits-all approach to being a celebrant - some work part-time, some full-time, and others juggle celebrancy alongside another career. Laura shares her own experience as a full-time celebrant (while also being a mum to two young children who are only in nursery 16 hours a week!).Highlights💎 The Six Types of Days in a Celebrant's Life - From networking and site visits to script writing and ceremony days - Laura breaks down what each type of work day actually involves.💎 Marketing Never Stops - Why even established celebrants need to keep networking (Laura shares the Pepsi vs. Coca-Cola example that changed my perspective).💎 Wedding Fairs & Funeral Director Visits - How to make the most of these crucial networking opportunities that build your business.💎 The Truth About Site Visits - Why checking out ceremony spaces in advance makes you more professional and prepared.💎 Admin & Website Days - The behind-the-scenes work that keeps your business running smoothly.💎 Meeting Couples & Families - How these crucial conversations work differently for weddings, namings, and funerals.💎 Script Writing - The creative heart of what we do (and yes, you need to love writing!).💎 Ceremony Day Preparation - We run through Laura’s 90-minute pre-ceremony routine and why she has a special playlist to get me in the zone!Whether you're just curious about celebrancy or actively considering it as your next career move, this episode gives you the unfiltered reality of what this beautiful profession is really like.Is celebrancy right for you?If you're someone who loves connecting with people, telling their stories, and creating meaningful moments, this could be your calling!Take our quiz and find out if celebrancy could be your perfect career path!
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Get to Know Your Host!
Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond the Ceremony! Where you will get to know your host, Laura Crockett—a celebrant obsessed with this incredible profession 💖.We are beyond excited to launch this podcast dedicated to modern celebrancy - unfiltered, honest, and packed with everything you need to know about what it takes to be a professional celebrant in today's world.In this first episode, Laura shares her personal journey into celebrancy—one that started with her own wedding in 2017.Here’s the thing: her ceremony lasted just 17 minutes. SEVENTEEN MINUTES! 🤠What should have been a deeply memorable moment ended up feeling rushed and forgettable. That experience lit a fire in Laura to help couples create ceremonies they’ll cherish forever.HighlightsWhat exactly is a celebrant? Laura breaks it down and explores the wide range of ceremonies we create—from heartfelt weddings to meaningful funerals and joyful naming celebrations.
How Laura went from a newlywed who had never even heard of celebrancy… to building an award-winning career doing what she loves.
How lockdown unexpectedly fueled a huge demand for celebrants—and what that means for the industry today.
The reality of building a flexible celebrant business while raising a family—and the step-by-step timeline from side gig to full-time career.Fast forward to today—Laura is a double award-winning celebrant, and she gets to do work she truly loves every single day!Whether you're considering celebrancy as your next career move or simply curious about what happens beyond the ceremony, we can't wait to take you on this journey with us!Could celebrancy be your calling? Take our quiz to find out if you have what it takes—and whether now is the right time to start your journey!
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Welcome to Beyond The Ceremony
This podcast covers everything you need to know about being a modern celebrant. From top tips on how to create unforgettable ceremonies, to success stories from some of the best in the biz, we will give you a behind the scenes look in to life as a celebrant. Hosted by Laura Crockett, Award-winning Celebrant, radio personality and celebrant mentor at the Academy of Modern Celebrancy.
About Beyond The Ceremony: Modern Celebrancy. Unfiltered.
Everything you need to know about to succeed as a modern celebrant. From top tips on how to create unforgettable ceremonies, to success stories from some of the best in the biz, we will give you a behind the scenes look in to life as a celebrant. Hosted by Laura Crockett, Award-winning Celebrant, radio personality and celebrant mentor at the Academy of Modern Celebrancy.
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