Category Archives: Business

Interns Wanted

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SocialBFly is looking for a few good STARS to add to our Event Planning team.  If you’re interested in  hands-on experience assisting in the planning and flawless execution of weddings and special events, email us your resume.  Your resume and cover letter should demonstrate how you possess all of the following required qualifications:

  • Previous event planning experience: Applicants should have some previous event planning experience. This includes non-professional experience such as volunteer school events,volunteer church events, college homecoming committee, sorority event chair, assisting with charity galas or other non-profit volunteer event experience.
  • Outgoing personality: Applicants should be flexible, hospitable, gracious, assertive, motivated, independent, resourceful, with an ability to solve problems calmly and quickly.
  • Ability to multi-task is essential.
  • Weekend availability: Applicants must be willing to work Saturdays, and some Fridays and Sundays, as needed.
  • Strong listening and comprehension skills: Applicants need to be able to listen to instructions and carefully and correctly follow directions.
  • Computer skills: Applicants must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel. Additional ability to conduct research on the internet is required.

Examples recapping specific situations where the required attributes were demonstrated are encouraged as part of your cover letter. We will review every resume received and all first-round candidates will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

We are looking forward to expanding our team and can’t wait to announce our new additions in the near future.

EXPOSED: George James of George Talks, LLC

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You’ll often hear me say that I love my dynamic network of friends.  I consider myself lucky to have so much talent within my reach and any opportunity to partner with them is the cherry on top of our already sweet friendship.  So today’s feature of EXPOSED is extra special as I get to introduce you to my longtime friend, George James, Jr.

George and I graduated from Villanova together in 2001 and since then he’s been quite busy finding happiness as a husband and father and success as a nationally recognized speaker and Licensed Marriage and Family therapist.  His brand, GeorgeTalks, LLC, is a multi-faceted communication and counseling company where the list of services provided include motivational & psycho-educational speaking, executive & life coaching, and individual & couple therapy and consulting.  I can personally attest to George’s patience and sensibility when advising on sensitive matters as I have had the unfortunate pleasure of emptying out a box, or two, of kleenex during several impromptu phone counseling sessions (What?  Did you really think I am always this perky?).

I recently asked George to share his devotion to helping people achieve enriched relationships with my readers and I am elated to announce that starting August 9th he will be guest blogging on Behind the Veil, Beyond the Vows the second Tuesday of every month.  So please give a very warm greeting to my friend and our very first guest blogger, Mr. George James.

General Information

  • What is your company name and when were you established? George Talks, LLC – Established September 2008
  • Why did you select your chosen company name: It developed from a think tank and reflected who I am and what I do.
  • What is your main line of business? George Talks, LLC is a multifaceted communication and consulting company with a goal of inspiring, teaching and empowering people to lead fulfilling and meaningful relationships, lives and businesses. Services provided include Motivational & Psycho-Educational Speaking, Executive & Life Coaching, Individual & Couple Therapy and Consulting.
  • What is the inspiration behind your business? I’ve been working as a therapist for about 10 years and have had wonderful opportunities to speak, consult, teach and many more. As the opportunities continued to increase I realized I needed an business to help nurture what I was already doing. In addition, I knew there was more I wanted to do like writing, workshops, etc and my own business would help to make that possible.
  • Explain the day in the life as a business owner: Wake up, check my phone, my email, go to the office check more email, say something on twitter, review my schedule, go to a meeting, make a phone call, run a group or see clients or appear on TV/Radio then go to another meeting, make some more calls, teach a class, go to a class, come home, try to workout, check more email, maybe watch some tv or a movie, then go to bed. Somewhere in there I try to eat.
  • What is the best business advice you’ve ever received? Keep throwing spaghetti at the wall and eventually something will stick. Meaning working hard, going to meetings, speaking and whatever else your business does, if you keep doing it, something will stick and work out.

Reflections

  • Hometown: Hackensack, NJ
  • School Creds: Undergrad – Villanova University, Grad – Drexel University, Doctoral program (in progress) – Immaculata University
  • First Job: Boston Chicken (before it became Boston Market)
  • What keeps you up at night? Trying to make sure I did all I can that day to put my family and the business in the best place to get the most results for that day and the future.
  • What are some wise words that you live by? I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me, Phil. 4:13
  • What was/is your best career decision? Not holding back throughout my career. Also, becoming a therapist, but not letting other people’s thoughts limit what I could and will do with my career.

Diversions

  • Reading now: A mix between A Fathering book I was asked to endorse, a book on photography, a communication book and the DSM-IV (not reading as much as I want, but they are on the list of things to do)
  • Reading next: Some book for a class I’m taking and/or teaching
  • Last fun purchase: New clothes for my last vacation and 2 pairs of sunglasses
  • When you’re not working you can be found doing what? Trying to find a deal on my next vacation/getaway

Playing Favorites

  • Hotel: Marriott Chain
  • Getaway: Miami – South Beach
  • Entrée: Something that tastes good, could be Salmon or a good burger
  • Drink: Strawberry Lemonade
  • Guilty pleasure: Watching TV shows that eventually get canceled (Heroes, Human Target, Lie to Me). Also, watching movies from Disney, animated to chick flicks to comedy to action packed. Almost everything when I get a chance.

GEORGE TALKSLooking For More Information

If you have specific questions or topics of interest you’d like George to cover, leave a comment below or email us at behindtheveil@socialbfly.com.

Showcase Your Wedding in Beyonce’s Alternate Fan video

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If you’ve ever fantasized about acting out your 15 minutes of fame in a Beyonce video, you’d probably want to know that she is offering you a chance to do just that.

By now, I’m sure most you have seen her video for her recent single, “Best Thing I Never Had” (and if you haven’t, I embedded it below) however, it was recently reported that Beyonce is a doing an alternate fan video for the chart topping single which will feature, as the name suggests, her fans.


Simply upload a wedding or prom video of your memorable wedding day or a prom disaster you’d rather forget  to YouTube or photos to Flickr and tag them with: #BeyonceBestThing between now and August 12 for a chance to appear on BeyonceOnline, Celebuzz or maybe even the re-release of “Best Thing I Never Had” video.  Let us know is you submit your footage and Good luck!

Announcing the 2011 Pink Party Recipient

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THINK PINKBreast Cancer Awareness Month is right around the corner, and if you’ve been part of the SocialBFly experience for at least a year you know that means another exciting installation of the Pink Party.  However, If you’re a newbie let me first  say “Welcome” and introduce you to this annual SocialBFly Signature Series event which strives to honor breast cancer survivors; encourage breast cancer awareness; and most importantly, raise funds for grassroots non-profit organization to continue their advancements in breast cancer research.

I’m so happy to announce that this year’s Pink Party recipient is mamorial, a new jersey based non-profit which is also an artistic multi-media celebration of breast cancer survival; the focus of which is an extensive collection of life castings of breasts affected by cancer.  mamorial’s mission is to:

  • generate greater global awareness and action
  • provide greater motivation for early detection
  • contribute to the healing process of survivors
  • stimulate funding for intensified research, leading to a cure and prevention

The organization also hopes to become a permanent, large-scale travelling art installation that juxtaposes the inner strength and utter vulnerability of breast cancer patients, conveying the full spectrum of the physical and emotional effects of the breast cancer experience.  mamorial was created by Mary Ellen Scherl, a New Jersey native and sculpurist whom you’ll learn more about in a future EXPOSED feature.  In the meantime, you can learn more about mamorial at www.mamorial.org and stay tuned to Behind the Veil, Beyond the Vows as additional details about the 2011 installation of the Pink Party will be coming soon!!!

Don’t forget to join the mailing list so you aren’t left off the invitation list!!

Interns Wanted

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SocialBFly is looking for a few good STARS to add to our Day-of Wedding Coordination team.  If you’re interested in  hands-on  experience assisting in the planning and flawless execution of weddings and special events, email us your resume.  Your resume and cover letter should demonstrate how you possess all of the following required qualifications:

  • Previous event planning experience: Applicants should have some previous event planning experience. This includes non-professional experience such as volunteer school events,volunteer church events, college homecoming committee, sorority event chair, assisting with charity galas or other non-profit volunteer event experience.
  • Driving knowledge of New Jersey: Applicants should be familiar with New Jersey’s interstates and main roads, possess an ability to read and follow a road map, and have a reliable means of transportation.
  • Outgoing personality: Applicants should be flexible, hospitable, gracious, assertive, motivated, independent, resourceful, with an ability to solve problems calmly and quickly.
  • Ability to multi-task is essential.
  • Weekend availability: Applicants must be willing to work Saturdays, and some Fridays and Sundays, as needed.
  • Strong listening and comprehension skills: Applicants need to be able to listen to instructions and carefully and correctly follow directions.
  • Computer skills: Applicants must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel. Additional ability to conduct research on the internet is required.

Examples recapping specific situations where the required attributes were demonstrated are encouraged as part of your cover letter. We will review every resume received and all first-round candidates will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

We are looking forward to expanding our team and can’t wait to to announce our new additions in a future blog.

Preston Bailey’s Color Palette Picker

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Preston Bailey – king of ALL things weddings – has recently released his Color Palette Picker to help brides and planners find some much needed color inspiration.  It’s a simple and easy  process that begins with the selection of the color you’re contemplating using as the main attraction:

Then you’ll be asked to select answers for HOW many guests are invited to your event, WHERE your event is taking place, WHAT the light source will be and, WHAT is the tone of your event and then you’ll select your PRESTON FACTOR:

The result is a  customized color palette along with some great suggestions for accent colors and a photo of an actual PB event for a little visual stimulation and ideas on how to bring it all together.

I must warn you that is it highly addictive so why not log on and get hooked now.  And then let us know what your recommended palette is.

Brides…Your 15 Minutes Starts Here

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CALLING ALL BRIDES!!  Are you ready to share your wedding with the world?  If you answered yes, then you probably won’t want to miss out on your opportunity to audition for these Casting Calls for some of our favorite wedding shows…

Say Yes to the Dress Big Bliss

Are you a plus-size Bride who is ready to find the wedding dress of your dreams? If so, the hit TLC show Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss, wants to hear from you! Big Bliss is filmed at Kleinfeld Bridal, the world’s premiere bridal salon – located in NYC. The show follows the journey of plus-size brides as they shop to fulfill their dream dress fantasy for their very special day. If interested, fill out our application, and we’ll be contacting you to possibly a film your Say Yes moment! Apply online at: www.kleinfeldbridal.com/tlc/index.cfm.

Say Yes to the Dress

Are you a bride getting married in this or next year in search of your perfect wedding dress but don’t have the first clue how to find it? Are you stressing because your family is trying to take over the planning of your wedding? Are you having a hard time deciding who should be your maid of honor? Do you have a special circumstance or family tradition that is affecting what you will choose to wear on your wedding day? Or does the thought of sifting through hundreds of gowns searching for “the one” make you dizzy with worry? We want to know your unique story and be there to capture your fairy tale as it unfolds at the world’s premier bridal salon, Kleinfeld Bridal. Visit this link to apply: http://www.kleinfeldbridal.com/tlc/index.cfm.

 Four Weddings

TLC’s Four Weddings is currently looking for brides with weddings that will take place from FEBRUARY 2011 – JUNE 2011 in the NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY areas, the greater MIAMI, FLORIDA area, and the greater CHICAGO, ILLINOIS area.  If that’s you, please email with details about the date of your big day and WHERE you are located! You’ll want to include your name, phone # where you can be reached, wedding date and location and also attach a current photo.

NY/NJ BRIDES: Email 4WeddingsNY@semisweetproductions.com

MIAMI BRIDES: Email 4WeddingsMiami@semisweetproductions.com

CHICAGO BRIDES: Email 4WeddingsChicago@semisweetproductions.com

Good luck!

Barbados is for Lovers!

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A few days ago, I received an email from my Sagi-Sister in Spirit and fellow event planner and stylist, Arlene (@bklynblkorchid), which contained the following information and a simple note: Put this on your blog!  She has such a way with words…lol.  So let it be known that it is officially on the blog and if you and your beau have been looking for a romantic getaway, you may find this is just what the Doctor ordered…

Brides, are you interested in a destination wedding in Barbados?  If so, Jet Set Bride is offering a Destination Wedding Experience Tour package (valued at over $3600) for only $599/pp.  It comes complete with:

  • An insider’s view of Barbados
  • Round trip flights from New York City
  • 3 nights all-inclusive 4-star accommodations in Barbados
  • Private transportation and tours to all participating hotels and off-site venues
  • A chance to interact with local service providers such as photographers, florists, beauty professionals, DJ’s and bands
  • Fun excursions, food tastings and the chance to experience the warm Bajan culture
  • And the opportunity to book your destination wedding services at exclusive Jet Set Bride rates

Each tour is limited to only 20 couples and is only valid for travel between June 14th – June 17th.  The deadline to register is May 15th so call Gai at 718.789.1242 or email gai@jetsetbride.com for more information or to register today!

P.S: Check out Arlene’s Blog, FashionStyle, and tell her I sent you.