Episode 3 - Can Wedding Professionals Really Take Time Off? Julie Smith Proves It's Possible with Sabbaticals, Workcations, and Automation Strategies
In this episode of Mind your Wedding Business, we dive deep into the art of stepping back to move forward with our special guest, Julie Smith. Julie shares her invaluable insights on planning for future business projects and the transformative power of taking a summer sabbatical.
Join us as we discuss how pre-sales can help your your business strategy, and why automation doesn't have to mean losing that personal touch. We talk about how to maintain your sanity and productivity, even during the busiest of seasons. If you've ever felt the weight of perpetual hustle, this episode is your roadmap to finding peace and purpose amidst chaos.
Highlights:
Taking a Sabbatical: The concept of sabbatical, tailored to the ebbs and flows of your business, to recharge and boost long-term productivity.
The Power of Pre-Sale Planning: Julie explains how planning and pre-sales have been the backbone of her summer strategy, making the busiest times feel manageable.
Workcations for Creativity: Discover the rejuvenating strategy of "workcations" and quarterly getaways to refocus and revamp your business approach.
Managing Client Expectations: Strategies to seamlessly transition back to work, including over-communicating with clients and setting realistic delivery timelines.
Balancing Automation and Personal Touch: How to automate effectively while maintaining that essential human connection, especially through video updates and personal emails.
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