The Render Podcast

Have you ever thought about owning your own business? If so, have you also asked yourself if it’s worth it? For some people it is and for others, it’s not. Render Founder and CEO, Cam Petty has done both!     In this episode, she shares what really matters when it comes to making this decision. Sometimes the grass looks greener on the other side but sometimes is better where you’re at. O...

  Hey friends!    Today's episode is just in time to talk about corporate events finally making a comeback. With COVID being such a prominent part of our society the past two years, there have been some huge ebbs and flows with events in the corporate world. People found safe ways to still do smaller social and weddings, but not corporate.    If you want to be an expert in...

When your calendar fills up and your team’s schedule is getting fuller and fuller, how do you ensure you’re still setting everyone up for success? How can you be sure that your sales or marketing efforts stay on schedule? Or that your never-ending thread of incoming emails are responded to?   Today’s show will talk all about marketing through your busy season. What’s our biggest tip to start...

Howdy listeners!    Today’s show will discuss everything you should have included in your rental contracts. Cam goes into more detail about how each of these topics can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars.    One of the scariest things Cam was told when she started her business was that she would be sued. Did she set herself up for success through her client contract...

In today’s show, Cam celebrates our 100th podcast episode by sharing what we here at Render believe is the #1 reason our company has been so successful and why we have grown so much over the past 6 years. Tune in to see how our #1 thing can be your company’s #1 thing and lead you to more success!    Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [4:00] We are Truly Honored to hav...

Today’s show will discuss all things related to people asking you to sponsor events. More specifically, how to vet your client or events for sponsorship, the benefits of sponsorship, what you should ask for, and why you should follow up.    Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [2:29] Qualify Your Clients  [4:15] Pictures Are SO Important [8:33] Benefits of Sponsors...

Tara Titsworth is the owner and founder of Tara Shea The VA, LLC. Tara provides administrative services for successful business owners. She is also the creator of Foundations, an action-based course where Tara teaches other women how to start their own successful Virtual Assistant business. Tara is passionate about teaching other women that it is possible to have a healthy work and life balance, a...

Happy February! As the world gets ready to celebrate the season on ~love~ our team wanted to talk about how you can love those in your business and those who use your business well. Listen in to hear how Cam and Kathleen generate ideas to help our clients and team members here at Render feel loved, not just in February, but all year long.  Today’s show will cover loving your clients, the Love...

It’s not always everyone’s favorite activity but it’s always helpful to do… this week's episode is all about keeping a budget! When it comes to budgeting, we all know that as a business owner you need to be tracking your expenses. Is there more you should be thinking of? Cam walks us through her personal budget spreadsheet and shares tips for tax write-offs, keeping a website, forward-thinking inv...

This episode is about maximizing design decks to build trust with your clients and how doing so can lead to increasing contract quotes.    Kaley and Kathleen are experts in building design decks for our clients. In their time working at Render, they have both discovered different tips and tricks to encourage their clients to purchase more products/services for their events while tying in...

Are you a busy entrepreneur trying to operate at 100% but feel bogged down by life? We can relate to the feeling! In today’s show, Cam gives her best tips for taking care of yourself so that you can operate at 100% in life and in business!   Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [4:32] Create your joy list! [12:02] Take care of yourself [20:40] Get good sleep [25:00] Schedule...

Are you a rental company struggling to decide if you should get a trailer or a box truck?  Or maybe you can’t decide if renting or buying makes the most sense financially?  In today’s episode, Cam is diving into all things transportation for your rental company!     Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [1:30] Questions you should ask yourself first! ...

Happy New Year! To start 2022 off right, we are bringing you an episode all about designing a business you love. Our special guest, Crystlyn Aucoin, is the owner of Crystalyn Aucion Jewlery.  The mission behind Crystalyn Aucoin Jewelry is to inspire women to overcome hardships and live a purposeful life.  Most importantly, the jewelry line allows her to continue to honor her late husband...

Get ready for the new year with this quick-note episode! Cam dives into her 3 most important things to have ready planned for the new year.    Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [1:50] Mindset Shift [2:36] Understand where any overwhelm is coming from [5:38] Get your SOPs in place [7:38] Update any copy or photos   End of Year Planning Guide SOP Bundle EOY Planni...

Being able to sell your product or service is a necessary tool to having success in your business.  If you own a business or work in sales, this episode is for you! Cam teaches her 4 step method on selling your products while also serving your clients.   Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [2:57] Listen + Understand [9:14] Serving + Leading [16;14] Overcome + Over Deli...

Do you struggle to understand networking or maybe have had a bad experience? I brought on Nate Nelson to talk to us all about networking!    Nate is an expert in the world of DJ’s and is a national speaker for event businesses. He recently talked about Networking at a national level and he has some great tips and tricks to share with us.    I remember my first networking event...

You’ve probably heard the statistic that 2.5 MILLION weddings are happening next year.   With that, we wanted to give you some tips on how to navigate a crazy busy year and how to prepare.    Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [6:15] Inflation + budget increases [9:37] Getting a team to help with the busy  [14:27] Systems + Processes [19:32] Prep for failure...

Have you wondered how to create engaging reels for your business Instagram?   Today’s show is a solo episode with our Content Manager, Brooke, all about getting video on-site at events and creating Instagram Reels. She gives her best tips on how to easily create them and what performs best on the app!   Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [2:55] Why reels are so import...

Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Join us as we ground ourselves in gratitude this week and go through the top 7 things we are thankful for in this business.  We hope that this episode reminds you that there’s so much to be grateful for despite the hard seasons we’ve been through!  Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [5:15] Work/Life Balance [8:08] Our clients + students [9...

The end of the year is almost here! Now’s the time to set your business up for success before 2022. Today’s show is all about end of year planning.  Cam gives her best tips for evaluating your year, reflection, and how to plan for the year ahead. Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [4:35] E - Evaluate [12:07] O - Offerings [19:02] Y - Yay or Nay? [24:43] Look at your busine...

Have you ever wondered if you’re charging what you need to be charging in your rental business? Today’s show will be all about rental fees you should be charging right now! Each of these fees can be value-added experiences for your client and can help you stand out against your competitors. Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of:   [2:09] early morning / late night fee [3:56] d...

Did you know that Pinterest drives traffic to your website and converts browsers into clients?   Today’s show will be all about Pinterest strategies for rental companies!    Our guest, Julianne Smith, helps creative small businesses throughout the wedding industry who are struggling and confused with their online presence. She is an expert in Pinterest and gives her best tips on how...

Happy Halloween, friends! Today’s show is a fun episode talking all about our favorite event themes.  We talk about our favorite event themes that we’ve been a part of, ones that we’ve seen + loved, and how we get inspired.  Here is a sneak peek of what this episode consists of: [4:08] Ralph Lauren’s Beyond Romance [6:58] Tinge Product Launch [10:25] Bimini Beach Club Pop-Up at the Virgi...

Have you thought about becoming a mentor in your business?     Today’s show will teach you how to become the best mentor you can be with tips from our guest, Lynne Renzick.  Lynne is an educator-turned-photographer on a mission to share her knowledge and lessons learned from nearly a decade of industry experience. A lifelong learner at heart, Lynne combines her passion for trai...

Do you ever wonder when is the best time to increase your pricing? Or when you should finally get rid of old inventory items?    Today’s show is all about purchasing, pricing, and purging your inventory.  Cam and Kaley are giving their best tips + tricks, as they’ve worked together over the years to find a rhythm for navigating all things inventory.   Here is a sneak peek of wh...