Episodes

Jan. 5, 2021

23. Start your year with a Calendar Audit

In this episode I'm talking about what I learned and plan to do with my calendar audit! Are you missing out on events and money like I was? Let's change that! Join me in the and I'll send you my …

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Dec. 28, 2020

22. What's your word for 2021? | Goal Setting

and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my bookkeeping, social media planning, CRM and more! My Courses: Sara's Balloon Business: Follow along on

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Dec. 21, 2020

21. Photo editing apps I love!

These are a few of my favorite things...I mean apps. I don't do a ton of photo correction but when I do, these are the apps I use! and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do …

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Dec. 18, 2020

20. How to market and prepare for a flash sale

As the year comes to an end I'm doing one final push in the form of a flash sale! Don't give up if your end-of-the-year sales are falling flat. There is still time to sell pop drops in your local …

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Dec. 15, 2020

19. Be the face of your company

This episode I'm challenging you to be the face of your company and explaining why small businesses have a huge edge! and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my bookkeeping, social media planning, CRM and …

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Dec. 11, 2020

18. Free Education | Where To Find Free Classes

and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my bookkeeping, social media planning, CRM and more! Looking for FREE balloon education opportunities? I've got you covered in this episode full of resources! My Courses: Sara's...

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Dec. 8, 2020

17. The Value of Friendeors

Today I'm talking about Friendors and the value they can bring to your balloon business. I'm also sharing a few concrete ways to start forming these relationships. and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my …

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Dec. 4, 2020

16. Tips for Setting Up Profitable Pricing

We are talking about money (again). But this time, a few tips for setting up your prices for long term success! What happens if you grow, or if helium prices spike, or if you have to repair your delivery vehicle? …

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Dec. 1, 2020

15. Money Matters | Tips to get your numbers sorted this year

In this episode I'm talking Quickbooks, profit and overhead (oh my!) I'm also taking on a new system this January if anyone wants to join me in reading this December. Reach out on Instagram @thebrightballoon if you want to join …

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Nov. 24, 2020

14. Automation Series | Adopt a CRM- 17 Hats

In this episode I'm talking about 17hats and how this investment has saved me hours of time and thousands of dollars compared to paying an assistant. I love this CRM and it organizes absolutely everything I do in my business. …

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Nov. 20, 2020

13. Planning For The Future

In this episode we are talking about how COVID has impacted our industry and how we can plan for our future based on consumer trends. Content for this episode was pulled directly from in Balloon Images Magazine, brought to you …

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Nov. 17, 2020

12. Automation series | Get your photos under control

Today I'm sharing another episode in our automation series- dreaded photo organization! I've been using google photos for several years and while my photo storage still isn't perfect, I know where everything is. You can get things under control in...

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Nov. 13, 2020

11. Become a Wedding Balloon Specialist

Today I'm sharing all about weddings! I LOVE working on weddings. I'm busting the myth about bridezillas and how to avoid over planning and also explaining how brides can turn into repeat customers! Episode mentions: More good stuff! and I'll...

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Nov. 10, 2020

10. Automation Series | Social Media Planning With Later.com

Does social media overwhelm you? Or does it take up a ton of time? Worse yet, do you avoid it all together? This week I'm sharing how I use Later.com to schedule all of my posts for the month in …

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Nov. 6, 2020

9. You Are Five Minutes Away From Total Marketing Clarity

Marketing and publicity can be consuming! And at the end of the day how do you even know what's working. I'll tell you how in today's episode! You are five minutes away from total clarity. More good stuff: and I'll …

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Nov. 3, 2020

8. Three Social Media Upgrades You Can Make Today!

Another action filled episode! You can do these three things TODAY to up your game on social media! Episode mentions: More good stuff! and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my bookkeeping, social media planning, …

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Oct. 30, 2020

7. Automation Series Kick Off | Crowdsourcing Our Next Series

Help us crowdsource our next series on Automation! What tasks do you HATE? Let's eliminate them or make a robot do them for you :) Head to The Bright Balloon on Instagram or email me at and let me know …

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Oct. 27, 2020

6. Expanding Your Network With Styled Shoots

YOU GUYS! This is one of my favorite networking techniques! Styled shoots can be intimidating or seem like a lot of work for a few pictures, but it's NOT about the pictures. Tune in to hear how styled photo shoots …

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Oct. 23, 2020

5. Investing In Education | An Interview with Balloon Coach, Joette G…

Today I'm talking with my first guest! Joette Giardina created her company, , to help other artists learn and develop the business side of their trade. We are talking about the importance of good training and education and what you …

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Oct. 20, 2020

4. Put Your Business on the Map

Today I'm talking adding your business to Google maps and how it helped me start ranking on the first page of Google. Courses and Show Information: Sara's Balloon Business: Follow along on

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Oct. 14, 2020

3. Get control of your client communication!

Get control of your email and messages with this one adjustment. Phone calls, texts and DM's Oh MY! Stop dropping the ball and running around like a crazy person answering your clients messages! Implement this no-briner sales funnel today. Hate …

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Oct. 14, 2020

2. Three FREE upgrades you can make in your business today!

These free upgrades will elevate your business and make you look like a pro (even if you are just starting out)! Don't confuse your customers with lame branding! Resources mentioned in today's show: Courses and Show Information: Sara's Balloon...

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Oct. 14, 2020

1. Does your Instagram bio have these three things?

Today I'm talking about your Instagram bio and the three things I see balloon businesses forgetting to include! Take just two minutes to make these updates today! Courses and Show Information: Sara's Balloon Business: Follow along on

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