6 things I have learnt over the summer break!

Wedding Pros who are ready to grow - with Becca Pountney

05-09-2024 • 21 mins

It's September and I am back and today I am talking about 6 things I have learnt over the summer break! From outsourcing to being honest, I share what's been going on in my world for the last 6 weeks and the lessons you can implement into your wedding business!

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Time stamps:

Introduction to Summer Learnings (00:00:00)

Becca introduces the episode and shares her reflections on summer experiences.

The Importance of Taking a Break (00:01:51)

Discusses the necessity of taking proper breaks to avoid burnout and gain fresh perspectives.

Outsourcing Tasks for Efficiency (00:04:10)

Shares her experience with outsourcing tasks to manage time better and achieve goals.

People Often Don’t Read Emails (00:07:42)

Highlights the common issue of email skimming and the importance of clear communication.

Being Authentic in Business (00:10:55)

Encourages authenticity in marketing and sharing real experiences with clients.

The Reality of Owning a Business (00:12:59)

Reflects on the challenges of running a business and balancing work with family life.

Taking Control of Your Business (00:16:50)

Discussion on the importance of setting boundaries and not letting clients control your business.

Setting Boundaries with Clients (00:17:53)

Advice on saying no to unreasonable client requests and maintaining control over your business.

Evaluating Your Business Relationships (00:18:51)

Encouragement to reassess working relationships and say no to undesirable venues or suppliers.

Recap of Summer Lessons (00:19:43)

Summary of key lessons learned during the summer, emphasizing the importance of breaks and self-care.

Effective Communication Strategies (00:20:31)

Tips on improving communication with clients, including the need for follow-up and alternative contact methods.

Authenticity in Business (00:21:27)

Reminders about being honest and authentic in business, and the value of community support.

Final Thoughts on Business Control (00:21:27)

Reiterating the importance of taking back control and setting personal boundaries in business.