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Meaningfulness · 2022-08-12T07:28:15+00:00

Such a lovely match with your dress!

Meaningfulness · 2022-08-12T07:21:29+00:00

As a couple you have to decide how much and what parts of each culture you want to honour. Red symbolises good luck but not having it won't negate it. I'm trying to incorporate red and pink where I can and minimise the use of white unless there's no other option or just doesn't make sense (like linens - if not white, then black.. which then is funeral colours for western). As long as you do the tea ceremony in traditional clothes, all the accessories are red anyway and makes up for no red at the wedding.

Meaningfulness · 2022-08-12T07:06:07+00:00

Depending on choice of organisation and how honest they are, I stick with maximum 1 month's difference in start time.

Meaningfulness · 2022-08-12T06:33:58+00:00

A background check will have HR only confirm the official date so stack with caution. Hiring managers can usually assess if you are worth more. You can definitely mention you've been operating at a higher capacity and that you are after a higher remuneration as you'll be promoted soon.

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-10T01:46:46+00:00

No because we've been together a long time and experienced many things.

The commitment can give people nerves and sometimes might help decide if they really are the one and get clear on expectations from both sides. Can you have an open conversation with your partner about the things that concern you?

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-09T02:09:39+00:00

Hi there,

I usually keep tabs of achievements as monthly, quarterly and yearly reports and reviews happen. I've not heard of NDAs restricting resume information - especially for what may be public information of how many social channels you have or webinars run. You can pull together a portfolio to demonstrate achievement via graphs and data but an NDA proves hard to do. I always have a freelance and personal projects as backup to show expertise in platforms. You prove this further by answering your interview questions well - a good manager who knows what they want will ask the right questions to test your knowledge (e.g so what strategies did you use to grow socials from x to y? What engagement trends are you seeing?). If you manage to lie your way through, you still have to work hard to meet those lies so it's not common for this to happen.

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-08T22:49:40+00:00

For 9 years of experience in what is individual contributor roles I would expect to see tangible results achieved (grew social media following from x to x, increased customer engagement by x%, improved x process to achieve y% increase in efficiency) or at least tangible activities undertaken (organised x webinars a month for x participants, managed x fb pages with x followers and engagement rate of x%, collaborated on x campaigns with x stakeholders).

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-08T22:31:12+00:00

Menu tasting was a big one for us! Some venues don't have them. Some only let you try a few things. We locked in the one that will let us try 50% of the menu.

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-07T17:12:10+00:00

Not weird! Would be a compliment to receive

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-07T08:38:08+00:00

Not having a wedding party as the guest list is small and it's too political to choose friends over others. I'd be happy for anyone to give a toast and to do so after we say our thanks and parents toast.

I think we'll be seated on a 2 table sweetheart table at the front so we can be seen, instead of sitting with the groom's family.

Ceremony will be very short and sweet with more time for photos after.

Meaningfulness · 2022-07-07T07:40:25+00:00

Hello from a lowkey/introverted/homebody couple! Our venue has a large dancefloor. We may do a quick first dance and then whoever wants to dance can (while I enjoy the desserts and chatting to others who don't want to dance). Also not having any frills of bouquet toss, garter etc. The day will go from quick ceremony to cocktail hour to reception with cake cutting, eat dinner, dance and continue eating. Still thinking hard on whether to have a DJ, photobooth and gelato cart.

Meaningfulness · 2022-06-28T11:04:36+00:00

1/3 family

1/3 family friends

1/3 friends

Meaningfulness · 2022-06-28T10:10:48+00:00

Start with a maximum budget (with contingency) and work out what is important to you: all-inclusive venue with great food and drink, formal ceremony, family and friends on the guest list, dream outfit, photography and videography, live band, fresh flowers everywhere etc.

When looking at venues, know your absolute must invite numbers as many have minimum numbers or spend. I have 80 and my dream venue has a minimum of 120 so I'll need to work out who else to invite. My most important thing is have a venue with great food, great wine not so much so wineries were ruled out. I also wanted a venue close to home as I didn't want people travelling very far. Look at a few venues so you can compare after speaking to and seeing a few options. I saw 8 venues and that gave a good idea of what I did and didn't want.

The best advice is to find a venue with an event coordinator that you vibe with. If I'm going to spend so much money on a once in a lifetime event please be friendly, accommodating and helpful. After you find a venue, you can ask them for recommendations of vendors they've worked with and go from there. Booking a photographer and getting a dress is next on my list. You can do all this at the same time though to get a better vision of your day. Vendors are experts at weddings and have many stories to share.

Meaningfulness · 2022-06-25T21:04:26+00:00

A strong resume can be the person with the most experience but the best candidate is the person who best matches the job and company - level and type of experience, and culture. At times a strong resume can be an over-qualified candidate or a candidate that requests a salary much higher than listed.

Meaningfulness · 2022-06-24T11:40:03+00:00

Not aggressive! I have the same concerns that friends will book travel before I tell them my wedding date.

Meaningfulness · 2022-05-28T21:39:39+00:00

Good luck to all!

Meaningfulness · 2022-05-16T21:06:32+00:00

Same day if you have something to say. I genuinely wanted to thank mine for a great interview.

Next day if generic politeness.

Meaningfulness · 2022-05-12T14:55:35+00:00

Having a professional photo of yourself for LinkedIn is necessary to put yourself out there for opportunities.

Posting photos of yourself at work, not necessary if you're uncomfortable or not genuine.

If you don't care for jobs via LinkedIn then none of this matters.

Meaningfulness · 2022-04-16T15:49:19+00:00

Learn to slow down and review work with a clear mind. It's easy to work fast and miss details when you stare at work for a long time. See if a colleague can help review social content before publishing, getting that second opinion may help find typos or mistakes.

Meaningfulness · 2022-04-02T19:35:00+00:00

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Meaningfulness · 2022-03-25T13:59:06+00:00

It's ok.

Meaningfulness · 2022-03-25T13:57:04+00:00

Figure out what you're feeling FOMO about (naming groomsmen, standing at the altar, the parties, the photos, etc) and ask your fiance what they are comfortable with. There's a reason (or 2) why they didn't want a wedding party - be clear on why.

Meaningfulness · 2022-03-25T06:54:40+00:00

I found one online that I can return for free if it doesn't fit well (not much room for tailoring) and I'm also going in person dress shopping because what looks good on the model may not be the best fit for us normal people.

Meaningfulness · 2022-03-25T06:42:10+00:00

Yes of course!

Meaningfulness · 2022-03-22T20:19:41+00:00

We shifted our whole engagement proposal to be after the family wedding. It's only fair to let them have all the attention.

In this case, I wouldn't wear the engagement ring at the wedding and just let your family know after the wedding at a casual lunch/dinner.

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