<p><strong>Episode 2 of The Leslie Show’s 12-Week Live Event Series! </strong></p><p><em>(Make sure you&#39;ve watched Episode 1)</em></p><p><br></p><p>This episode is your step-by-step guide to budgeting and planning your event like a pro—so you stay in control and actually make money, not just spend it.</p><p>✅ How far in advance you need to start planning <br>✅ The must-have budget categories most first-time event hosts forget.<br>✅ How to avoid surprise expenses that can kill your profit margins.<br>✅ The three biggest budgeting &amp; timeline mistakes—and how to dodge them.</p><p>💡 Whether you’re hosting a 20-person mastermind or a 500-person conference, this episode will help you set yourself up for success.</p><p>This episode is brought to you by <a href="https://www.practicallyperfectpt.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Practically Perfect PT</a>—helping you stay strong, mobile, and pain-free so you can show up fully in your business, on stage, and in life. Because being the face of your brand shouldn’t come with uncomfort and pain! </p><p><br></p><p>📍 Start your event budget today—list out your top 5 expenses and pad them by 15-20%.<br>📍 If you’re thinking about hosting a live event, start researching venues NOW.<br>📍 DM me on Instagram (@thelesliejespersenexperience) and tell me: What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to event budgeting?<br>📍 Subscribe to The Leslie Show so you don’t miss next week’s episode—where I break down the #1 mistake people make when transitioning from online events to in-person experiences.</p><p>🔥 Loved this episode? Take a screenshot, share it to your IG stories, and tag me @thelesliejespersenexperience</p><p> I’d love to hear what resonated with you.</p><p>🎙️ Don’t forget to subscribe &amp; leave a review—your support means the world!</p><p><br></p>