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and why it's made me so much money
business book club
An episode I never thought I'd record
Today is the final day to enroll.
It's not a one size fits all
Throwback Thursdays starting soon
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Today I'm discussoing how to book big jobs, and more importantly, now to re-book them for reliable, consistant money! How to find large jobs How to charge and consider additional expenses How to pitch and what my proposals look like …
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Getting past your marketing hurdles
The good, the bad, the ugly & the inspiration
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Some of my favorite must-haves and nice-to-haves
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Here's another bonus episode of what we've been learning about over in the Bright Balloon Book Club! Last month, we read Do Less by Kate Northrup. This episode is a brief overview of the key takeaways and a huge life …
Debunking common phrases
With bite-sized, actionable tips
top lessons learned in the book club this year
They're totally different from decor
October's book in the Bright Balloon Book Club
with Elizabeth of Fiore Tax Services and Jeff of Asset Lab
Answering everything from backdrops to color choices and more
An episode I never thought I'd record
Be the Purple Cow in your area
We are moving to 5 episodes per month! From now on, I'll be giving an overview of what we've been learning about over in the Bright Balloon Book Club! Last month, we read through The Pumpkin Plan and it seriously …
Figuring out how to keep up with its changes.
Make things easier on yourself and your customers.
Several reasons why my balloon pricing is transparent
...Specifically for corporate clients and venues.
5 Strategies to use when asked to work for free
Let's talk through a few reasons and ways to say no.
And a few of the strategies that I'll be implementing.
Why I created it and a preview of what's inside.
Almost all of the time, you don't have the whole picture. Let yourself off the hook!
Exactly how and when I batch each aspect of my balloon company
How it relates to running a balloon business as a solopreneur
Four ways to successfully incorporate birthday balloon promotions in your business.
Tracking your business stats is like the first step in achieving your business goals.
Set yourself a clear path to reach them!
Action-based episode, back by popular demand!
With Erin from the Young and Wild Balloon Co.
Based on the questions that I get most, this episode is a rapid fire listing of all the things I use to run my business, from website, to invoicing, to social media and even inventory. I also offer up: - …
The Bright Balloon is one year old!!! Today I'm recapping all of the ways my business has changed this past year thanks to the great guests on this podcast! Email me to get on our 17hats list: thebrightballoon@gmail.com Episode Mentions:
This week I'm talking about what happened to my business when Facebook and Instagram were down all day...nothing. That's because I don't run my business ON those platforms, I use them to promote my business. Today I'm talking about the …
This one is painful. I'm not going to lie- a CRM is a lot of work to set up, but you need one. If you want to streamline, this is the ultimate must have. I'm giving an overview of what …
This week I'm talking about a calendar audit and how it can help you outline your entire year before it even starts! Keeping repeat business is so much more profitable than constantly marketing to new customers. Thanks to our show …
This week I'm talking about my lack of a cancellation policy and why I got very lucky during a string of cancellations this month! I'm encouraging you, and me, to rethink and plan our crystal clear cancellation policies going into …
Use the last quarter to set up all of your goals so you can hit the ground running at the start of the year! In this episode, I'm outlining "" and how it helped me figure out my cashflow. Read …
I took my first baby step into the world of hiring and I'm talking about it in todays episode! Join me in to level up your business! My Courses:
Join me in to level up your business and check out the ! My Courses:
A few months back I got some new personal branding photos of myself. Cringey, I know, but they have been such a nice update to my website and social media! I'm sharing how I hired a photographer for a low …
When I get busy, I get lazy! I take shortcuts, make sloppy mistakes, and stop thinking about the future! Today I'm giving a few reminders and tips of things we need to be doing even though we are busy beyond …
I’m back and I bought a delivery van! In this episode I’m talking about what model I chose, how much I paid, and how it’s changed my business for the better! Episode Links: Join me in to level up your …
Today I'm talking about how I price my organic garland and visually communicate that to my clients! Episode Links: Join me in to level up your business!
I'm talking all about balloon conventions, or in this case, FLOAT! You can still register to attend! 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...
I'm talking all about balloon conventions, or in this case, Balloon Boss Summit! You can still register to attend! and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my bookkeeping, social media planning, CRM and more! My...
If you're not using , you're missing out. I know, you're thinking duh, Canva is old news and we all use it. Wrong. I'm talking about the new features on Canva. The amazing cloud based design software now offers printing, …
In this episode I'm sharing how my Instagram strategy has changed and why I'm happily waving goodbye :) I have 27K followers and it's terrible! I know, poor Sara with all of her followers. Trust me, I am not the …
Today I'm sharing a book recommendation and a simple hack that has helped me keep a clean inbox for the past six months! Book Recommendation: Episode Sponsor and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my …
Well, I got a one star review. It sucked and I'm telling you all about it and how I responded in this episode. Join me in the and I'll send you my balloon business Cliff's Notes- how I do my …
In this episode I'm answering your questions! How did I start balloons and when did I go full time? What vinyl cutter is recommended? How do I make my bases, how do I hang garlands and how do I price …
This week we are talking about website workarounds that have basically supercharged my workflow. If you don't have a website, today is the day: Check out the website in 3 days! I also recommend if you need more help Join …
You know what's frustrating? When clients have to work hard to find your business! And you know what usually happens? They don't want to work that hard. So I'm sharing a few places you might be leaving your potential clients …
In this episode we are talking about the Adopt A Grandparent campaign you might see popping up on Facebook and Instagram! What is it? Where did it come from? Can you get involved? Yes. Yes you can. At the time …
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 …
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
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 …
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 …
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 …
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...
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 …
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? …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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...
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...
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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
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 …
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...
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
