How to become a wedding planner? -

I got married about a year ago. I didn t have a wedding planner because I thought I could do it myself. My husband didn t really help so I did all of it. I think I did a good job though. I ve never planned someones wedding except my own. Ever since my wedding I always love to listen to others wedding ideas and see there pictures and just give ideas. Someone told me a few weeks ago I should become a wedding planner because I m so interested in them. I never thought about this possibility, but the more I think about it...the better of an idea it is! So I was wondering how would I go about becoming a wedding planner? What school is necessary? Do you have to have a business degree or anything? I took some business classes but ended up dropping out because I couldn t afford the classes. My husband is about to go active in the military and I thought this would be a perfect way to get extra money and make me happy! Does anyone have any suggestions?

A business degree probably isnt necessary, but knowing how to run a business will be vital. My guess is the biggest hurdle will be trying to get clients since you have no experience planning someone elses wedding. To get past that, if I were you I would try to:-Get a job with an established planner, so you can learn the ropes and build a resume to show to prospective clients. Then when you do want to break off and do it by yourself you will already be an experienced professional.-Start a wedding blog, this way people will learn your style, your passion, and you will get your name out there.