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You have a job. You have a life. And now you have a wedding to plan? It's easier than you think — if you follow these eight simple time-management strategies from Bridal Guide magazine.
Meet with your boss
Once you and your fiancé have set a date, try to estimate the amount of time you'll need to be out of the office, so that when you sit down with your boss, you can present an organized picture of your plans.
Brace yourself for the crunch
Prepare yourself for the busiest times in the process, in which you may need to devote all your free time to planning. The heaviest wedding-planning activity takes place at the beginning of the engagement period and then again toward the end, when it's time to wrap-up last-minute details.
Do your research
Buy a binder with separate folders for all the information you will collect about the ceremony, reception, vendors, etc. As the big day draws closer, start a separate binder with contact information for chosen vendors (including cell phone numbers), final tallies for guest lists and seating arrangements.
Create free time
If you get to work early, you'll have a chance to send some emails to vendors and speed up the process. Use your daily commute to the office to update your to-do list (but not if you're driving!).