Episode 57: The Secret to Holiday Hosting with Chris and Kathy
by Financial Design Studio, Inc. / December 11, 2024Memorable gatherings leave you with stories for years to come. And this is what Chris and Kathy work to accomplish through their legendary parties, and their decor, themes, and guest lists. In this episode, these seasoned hosts share how their secrets to holiday hosting, as well as a few stories and lessons they’ve learned.
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Related Links
Listen to our conversation in episode 30 about smart holiday shopping!
We also talk about how to respond to those awkward financial questions you might get.
Holidays are the right time to consider how you can donate appreciated stock to others.
Below are some pictures from Chris and Kathy’s parties . . .
Timestamps
1:42 Meet Chris and Kathy
7:09 Where does you love of celebrating come from?
15:01 Tell us about some of your favorite parties!
24:32 What gatherings do you host annually?
31:52 What details do you focus on to set your parties apart?
37:57 Would you rather . . .
45:03 What’s your formula for putting together a party?
56:50 What are some lessons you’ve learned?
1:04:19 All about the guest list
1:11:14 Why do you continue to host?
Credits for Episode 57
Host: Michelle Smalenberger, CFP®
Guests: Chris and Kathy Szczech
Executive Producer: Anna Lewis
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