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Understanding Hotel Operations to Land Floral Accounts When approaching hotels as a florist, understanding the key players is critical. One of the biggest misconceptions is assuming the hotel owner and the brand are the same. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In this blog, we’ll demystify the structure of hotel operations, explain why the […]

The Owner Is Not The Brand

The Hotel Florist Podcast

When it comes to hotels and floral budgets, one size does not fit all. There’s no universal “average spend” when it comes to what a hotel will allocate for their florals. Instead, the budget depends on factors like location, brand standards, ownership priorities, and even guest experience goals. In this blog, we’ll dive into the […]

What is the Average Spend of a Hotel?

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If you’re looking to land a hotel account as a florist, one of the most important steps in your process is conducting a hotel walk-through. Why? Because walking the property gives you invaluable insights into what the hotel currently has, what’s missing, and how you can position yourself as the solution they need. In this […]

Why a Hotel Walk through is Important Before Approaching the GM

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When it comes to working with hotels and growing your floral design business, one of the most crucial skills to master is asking for the sale. While this can feel intimidating at first, shifting your mindset to see sales as an act of service—and even fun—can transform the way you approach your business. In this […]

How to Have Fun and Ask for The Sale to Compound Your Cash Flow

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Can You Really Have Design Freedom When Working with Hotels? When florists dream of working with hotels, the promise of creative freedom often stands out. Unlike weddings or private events, hotel floristry can offer a unique space for innovation and artistry. But how true is the idea of “design freedom” in reality? Let’s dive into […]

Design Freedom: Is it really true with hotels?

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Uncovering the Secrets to Success: Who Your Competition Is in Hotel Floristry Breaking into the world of hotel floristry can feel like an exciting yet daunting task. One key step to success is understanding who your competition is. By identifying the florists currently working with the hotels you want to target, you can gather valuable […]

How to find out who your competition is

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Discovering Design Freedom Through Sustainable Systems As a florist, have you ever felt like you’ve hit a glass ceiling in your business? Maybe you’ve built success but are starting to feel the itch for something more—something that aligns with your vision of design freedom and a sustainable work-life balance. In this behind-the-scenes look at The […]

BTS of THF (Petals to Profit vs HFPM)

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If you’ve been trying to close deals with hotel clients, you might feel tempted to show them your best ideas to prove your worth. You envision an incredible floral installation, complete with professional photography, and pitch it as a trial run. It feels like the perfect way to land the contract. But here’s the problem: […]

Stop doing THIS to close deals and what to do instead

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Let’s face it: sales can feel intimidating. But here’s the truth every florist needs to embrace—you don’t touch a stem until you make a sale. Sales aren’t just about making money; they’re about sharing your unique gifts with the world. Today, I want to flip the script on sales—moving away from fear and into fun, […]

You will not touch a stem until you make a sale