The Unstoppable Eventrepreneur™

What would it look like if you didn’t have to be onsite for every event you plan? Could your business actually grow faster if you weren’t tied to every detail in person? In this episode, May Yeo Silvers pulls back the curtain on how she manages multiple events, sometimes in different states, without being physically present.   May walks through the exact process she uses to decide when she’s neede...

More followers won’t grow your business if you don’t know who they are or why they’re there.   May Yeo Silvers is setting the record straight on one of the biggest social media myths in the event planning world: follower count does not equal business success. So what does matter? Who’s following you, why they’re interested, and what kind of connection you’re willing to build.   Are your followers...

Consistency alone won’t move the needle if your actions aren’t aligned with what actually works.   In this episode, May Yeo Silvers unpacks why so many business owners, especially in the events industry, get frustrated when their consistent efforts don’t lead to growth. Are you showing up every week on social media but not seeing engagement? Are you attending networking events without landing new...

Most event budgets miss the mark because no one talks about the hidden fees that quietly drain your client’s wallet… and your value.   May Yeo Silvers breaks down the overlooked costs that can quietly inflate an event budget, from taxable service charges to outdoor setup fees and AV vendor penalties. She shares real examples—including a $1,000 food and beverage minimum that turned into $1,375—and...

Adding a new service might sound exciting, but is it actually a smart move for your business?   In this episode, May Yeo Silvers unpacks what it really means to expand your offer suite, and how to do it without losing money, energy, or clarity. She challenges the idea of pivoting just because you’re bored or burned out and shares the questions every business owner should ask before making a shift....

Every event has a budget. But are you spending in the right places?   May Yeo Silvers pulls back the curtain on event budgeting, tackling the common misconception that adjusting your budget automatically changes how many people you can host. Instead of letting numbers dictate your event, she urges planners to start with the bigger picture: What’s the real purpose of this event? What kind of experi...

Should you niche down or keep your options open? It’s one of the biggest questions entrepreneurs face, and the answer isn’t as simple as you might hope.   May Yeo Silvers shares her own experience navigating this decision in the event planning industry. When she launched M2 Hospitality, she offered a full suite of services—event planning, design, and destination management. Over time, she refined...

Assigned seating can make or break an event. Are you using it to your advantage?   May Yeo Silvers unpacks the strategy behind assigned seating, showing how a well-planned arrangement does more than keep things organized—it shapes conversations, builds connections, and even influences business outcomes. With over 20 years in the industry, May shares how different seating approaches, from general a...

Mistakes aren’t failures; they are signals pointing to deeper issues. May Yeo Silvers explores why simply recognizing a mistake isn’t enough. To break the cycle, you have to understand what led to it in the first place. She shares a story about her daughter struggling with a math problem, highlighting how assumptions and unchecked thought processes often cause repeated errors. The same patterns sh...

Money moves fast in business, but without a solid plan, you could be spending when you should be investing—or worse, mismanaging the funds that keep your business running.   In this episode, May Yeo Silvers breaks down the essentials of business finance, from why every entrepreneur needs a dedicated business bank account to the smartest way to handle taxes without overpaying the IRS. She shares pe...

Most business owners spend money to grow, but how many actually track whether those investments are working? Are you making strategic decisions or just following what other event profs are investing in at the moment?   May Yeo Silvers breaks down how to measure return on investment across different business expenses, from networking events to software, coaching, and marketing. She explains the dis...

Most event planners fill their calendars with industry networking, but is that really the best way to grow your business?   May Yeo Silvers makes a case for being more strategic about where you invest your time, money, and energy, especially when it comes to networking. She shares why she doesn’t prioritize events filled with fellow planners and instead focuses on rooms where potential clients gat...

Talent and passion for your craft are great, but are they enough to build a thriving business?    In this episode, May Yeo Silvers explores the biggest mistake new entrepreneurs make: underestimating the passion, discipline, and resilience required to run and grow a successful business. With insights and relatable examples, she highlights the harsh realities of entrepreneurship, from the challenge...

“Do you have something that people want to pay you for? That’s the question you have to ask yourself,” says May Yeo Silvers, as she reframes what it truly takes to start a business.    In this episode, May challenges aspiring entrepreneurs to think beyond logistics and focus first on the value they bring. Do you have a skill that’s been validated by others? Are people already asking to pay for wha...

Big goals often fail because we focus on the end result instead of the daily steps that lead to success. In this episode, May Yeo Silvers introduces the concept of “Quit Friday,” the second Friday of January when many abandon their New Year resolutions, and explains how focusing on daily actions instead of yearly goals can help prevent premature quitting.    Using relatable examples, May points ou...

Success in the event industry shouldn’t demand exhaustion. In this episode, May Yeo Silvers urges event professionals to rethink the glamorized narrative of post-event burnout often shared on social media. She challenges the idea that physical exhaustion and pain should be seen as badges of honor or the norm for success in the event planning business.     Drawing from her early days at M2 Hospital...

For May Yeo Silvers, every day can be January 1st—a chance to act on your goals without waiting for the “right” moment. In the first episode of 2025, May unpacks the challenge of maintaining momentum with New Year resolutions. Why do so many of us wait for a Monday or the first of the month to begin? May challenges this mindset and shares why the first 90 days are crucial for building habits that...

Success, May Yeo Silvers notes, begins when you focus on what you can do today and take that first step, no matter how small. In this episode, she shares her straightforward approach to goal-setting and planning for the year ahead. How often do perfectionism or life’s responsibilities stop you in your tracks? May’s insights center on breaking tasks into smaller, doable steps and choosing progress...

When plans unravel, resilience and adaptability become your greatest assets in building a thriving business. With over 20 years of experience, May Yeo Silvers exemplifies this as she shares actionable strategies for overcoming setbacks, staying grounded, and realigning goals to achieve both financial success and time freedom.   In the final part of her three-part series on strategic planning for 2...

“Adjust your actions to meet your goals, not your goals to meet your actions.” May Yeo Silvers challenges us to rethink how we approach goal setting in part two of her three-part series on strategic planning for 2025. Are your goals pushing you to grow, or are they keeping you in your comfort zone?   In this episode, May explores the distinction between practical goals that feel safe and realistic...

“You need to tell money how you’re going to spend it, and you need to tell time how you’re going to use it,” says May Yeo Silvers, highlighting the power of intentionality in building a life and business that align with your priorities.    In this episode, the first of a three-part series on strategic planning for 2025, May challenges entrepreneurs to dig deeper into what they truly want. What doe...

“If they can’t find you, they can’t pay you.” For any business, visibility is essential. In this episode, May Yeo Silvers gets straight to the heart of why many entrepreneurs struggle with sales, breaking it down into three core reasons that often go unnoticed.     Are you making it easy for potential clients to discover your business? Sporadic social media posts or a static website aren’t enough....

“This is your business. If you’re going to invest time and energy qualifying a lead to decide whether to book an event, you need to ensure you’re making the right decision. Because whatever you’re saying ‘yes’ to, you’re saying ‘no’ to something else.”   May Yeo Silvers discusses recognizing red flags when speaking to potential clients, a skill every event planner needs to master. She emphasizes t...

“If you can’t even respect your own boundaries, how can you expect your client to respond or respect your boundaries?” says May Yeo Silvers in this episode, as she explores the art of setting firm but respectful boundaries with clients in the event planning industry.    May shares personal stories and practical advice, stressing the importance of being proactive from the outset—establishing clear...

“Golden hour is the hour of the day that you are operating at peak efficiency or at optimum. That means you are at your most focused, your best form, you are in the zone,” says May Yeo Silvers. In this episode, she discusses the value of identifying and embracing these golden hours to boost productivity and balance in both business and life. May shares her personal experience of adjusting to life...