This week on the Cherrywood Podcast, Simon and Rachel are joined by Nelson from VIP Waiters – the man who turns wedding chaos into unforgettable memories! 🎤💥From staged falls and surprise performances to building deep connections with guests, Nelson shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories and explains the art of blending in before stealing the spotlight. You'll laugh, nod along, and probably cry-laugh a little too as they all reflect on the real magic that makes weddings special.🕺 Singing waiters🥂 Secret surprises📸 Videography chaos🧵 Dress repairs😂 Best guest reactions💪 Cold plunges and mental focusWhether you're in the wedding industry or just love a good story, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and heartfelt moments.🎙️ Podcast Sponsors:🔧 De Medici Associates – Chartered Structural & Civil Engineers🌿 Right at Home Medway – Trusted adult care at home📬 Hindsight Directory – Get your business in front of 30,000 local customers⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Nelson’s hilarious intro0:53 – How singing waiters ruin videographers’ breaks2:01 – Sponsor shout-outs3:14 – Dessert timing debates and guest antics4:02 – Should you warn the videographer about singing waiters?6:17 – How Nelson orchestrates his surprise act7:15 – Filming etiquette and the importance of breaks10:25 – Behind-the-scenes of “the fall” and planning it with photographers12:00 – Nelson’s journey to becoming a singing waiter14:55 – Performance nerves and building guest rapport19:01 – Crowd control and guest respect21:00 – Handling recognisable acts and varying reactions26:57 – Why connection beats performance every time29:39 – The power of manners and kindness in the wedding industry36:00 – Recommendation culture and being a good supplier42:30 – Little extras that make a big difference45:25 – Letting kids film weddings – genius or chaos?47:00 – Weddings as family affairs – real impact stories50:00 – Why Nelson left a ‘normal job’ to pursue performance full time54:00 – Honing crowd banter as a professional skill55:00 – Why the best performers are more than just good singers🔖 Hashtags:#SingingWaiterSecrets #CherrywoodPodcast #WeddingEntertainmentWelcome to Cherrywood Podcast, your source for inspiring conversations and compelling stories. Join us as we dive into the journeys of remarkable individuals from various fields, offering insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and more. Subscribe for positivity, authenticity, and engaging discussions. Learn how we blew up on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkif0i1i5oaDN83UzwYQQBSH-4DEMhfJ0&si=zzna8zvRN2Jyqzv3https://youtu.be/p9GnbbykQoM?si=cBr4ZHuNwXumP_4RContact:📧 Email: info@cherrypro.co.uk📞 Phone: 07857 283 005🌐 Website: www.cherrypro.co.uk📱 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherrywoodproductions📸 Instagram: @cherrywoodproGuests Song Choices playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YxsMkrJLbFQSjeRKfzcCQ?si=21a21d1ef9534479Disclaimer: Views expressed by guests on Cherrywood Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or producers.

This week, we welcome Jamie Preston, founder of Clear Water Cleaning Services, for one of our most honest, raw, and downright funny episodes yet.From selling flowers at Waterloo Station to building a cleaning empire with 28 staff (20 of them family!), Jamie opens up about hitting financial rock bottom, being £500,000 in debt, and rebuilding his life and business from scratch. But this isn’t just a story of hard graft—it’s packed with laugh-out-loud moments, van mishaps, Friday fight clubs, and even a poo-filled bath.🕒 TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro – Meet Jamie Preston0:23 Clearwater Cleaning: 28 staff, 20 family1:07 From windows to roofs – What they do3:03 Sponsors4:24 Working with your wife – Never switching off5:04 From selling flowers to fly-pitching7:05 Half a million in debt – the turning point10:01 Dyslexia, school trauma & comedy defiance13:28 Dyslexia isn’t low IQ – it's creative thinking21:00 Flying to Holland to face debt – £100k wiped!27:02 Saying goodbye to the flower biz30:51 Scaling up: From domestic to full facilities33:54 Health & safety & cherry pickers36:00 Roof cleaning myths & driveway maintenance39:48 Hoarder homes & poo-filled bathrooms47:02 The dildo van prank50:04 Random questions: paranormal? food? Deja vu?53:45 Jamie's daughter’s inspiring story of recovery57:57 Song choice & Friday Fight Club at Clear Water1:00:55 Sponsors & outro🤝 SPONSORS (Mentioned in Episode):De Medici AssociatesChartered Structural & Civil Engineers🌐 demediciassociates.comRight at Home MedwayIn-home adult care🌐 rightathome.co.uk/medway | 📞 01634 979000Hindsight DirectoryReach 30,000 homes via Royal Mail🌐 hindsightdirectory.co.ukNu DigitalWeb design, SEO, Google Ads🌐 nudigitale.co.uk (10% off with code: Cherrywood)Bond CarpentryBespoke woodwork & carpentry | Licensed to Drill📞 07738 732931Snugdubs Camper Van Hire🌐 snugdubs.co.ukCherrywood ProductionsAward-winning photography & videography🌐 cherrywoodpro.com#CherrywoodPodcast, #ClearWaterCleaning, #FromDebtToSuccessWelcome to Cherrywood Podcast, your source for inspiring conversations and compelling stories. Join us as we dive into the journeys of remarkable individuals from various fields, offering insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and more. Subscribe for positivity, authenticity, and engaging discussions. Learn how we blew up on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkif0i1i5oaDN83UzwYQQBSH-4DEMhfJ0&si=zzna8zvRN2Jyqzv3https://youtu.be/p9GnbbykQoM?si=cBr4ZHuNwXumP_4RContact:📧 Email: info@cherrypro.co.uk📞 Phone: 07857 283 005🌐 Website: www.cherrypro.co.uk📱 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherrywoodproductions📸 Instagram: @cherrywoodproGuests Song Choices playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YxsMkrJLbFQSjeRKfzcCQ?si=21a21d1ef9534479Disclaimer: Views expressed by guests on Cherrywood Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or producers.

In this episode of the Cherrywood Podcast, Simon and Rachel are joined by Melissa from Content Queen, a passionate wedding and event content creator based in Kent. From TikToks to trending reels, Mel shares how she turned her brother’s wedding into a full-time business and became a behind-the-scenes hero for brides and businesses alike.We talk viral trends, behind-the-scenes drama, working alongside photographers and videographers, and how to manage multiple weddings in a single weekend. Oh – and discover her incredible personal story about being profoundly deaf and how that’s never held her back.We also dive into:TikTok wedding trendsBridesmaid chaosWorking with vicars and videographersConspiracy theoriesAnd Melissa’s double life as a professional dancer🎧 Plus, find out Melissa's most awkward moment in public and the talent nobody knows about!📍 Based in Westgate/Margate📲 Instagram: @contentqueen.ltd📧 Email: melissabil@outlook.com⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro and mic game rules1:30 – Meet Melissa from Content Queen2:55 – What is a wedding content creator?5:00 – Why Mel started filming weddings6:00 – Raw vs edited content9:00 – Working with photographers & videographers12:00 – TikTok wedding trends14:45 – Bridesmaid transitions & syncing shots19:00 – Managing content during double weddings22:00 – Challenges filming in churches25:00 – Mel’s essential kit26:00 – Surprise! Mel’s a professional dancer28:00 – Dance shows, pride events & choreography30:00 – Corporate content creation33:00 – Staying on trend & using AI37:00 – Booking process & client communication44:00 – The power of networking over Facebook47:30 – New platform “Reals” discussion50:00 – Young couples, WhatsApp, and ghosting54:00 – Strike 3 Mic Challenge & Random Questions1:06:45 – Mel’s cochlear implant and hearing journey1:14:30 – Where to find Melissa1:16:45 – Song choice for the podcast playlist#ContentQueen#CherrywoodPodcast#WeddingTrendsWelcome to Cherrywood Podcast, your source for inspiring conversations and compelling stories. Join us as we dive into the journeys of remarkable individuals from various fields, offering insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and more. Subscribe for positivity, authenticity, and engaging discussions. Learn how we blew up on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkif0i1i5oaDN83UzwYQQBSH-4DEMhfJ0&si=zzna8zvRN2Jyqzv3https://youtu.be/p9GnbbykQoM?si=cBr4ZHuNwXumP_4RContact:📧 Email: info@cherrypro.co.uk📞 Phone: 07857 283 005🌐 Website: www.cherrypro.co.uk📱 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherrywoodproductions📸 Instagram: @cherrywoodproGuests Song Choices playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YxsMkrJLbFQSjeRKfzcCQ?si=21a21d1ef9534479Disclaimer: Views expressed by guests on Cherrywood Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or producers.