Episodes

  • 095: Saving Time & Money with AI

    095: Saving Time & Money with AI
    Jul 15 2024

    In the fast-paced world of design, staying ahead of the curve is a must. One powerful way to achieve this is by implementing the use of AI, aka: “artificial intelligence.” Gone are the days when AI was seen only as a novelty, used for writing love poems. Today, it’s a powerful tool that can transform your business. From automating repetitive tasks to generating fresh ideas, AI is changing the way designers work. If you are hesitant about this change, I want to remind you that change isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, AI can be so helpful and powerful, that it saves you time and money.

    In this episode, we dive into how AI can shake things up in your design business. We talk about embracing change and innovation, maximizing efficiency, and why exploration and learning are essential practices when it comes to integrating AI into your workflow.


    EMBRACING CHANGE AND INNOVATION

    Embracing change is key to staying relevant. AI presents a unique opportunity for designers to innovate, by giving them back time, so they can focus on their most creative tasks. AI can help you amplify your creativity. It’s not about replacing your ideas, but supercharging them!

    Innovation doesn’t stop at generating ideas or creating designs. When you adopt new AI tools, you can streamline your entire design process. Whether it’s through AI-driven design renderings, email newsletter creation, or writing website copy, the innovation potential is beyond what you can fathom. It’s time to embrace these changes, so you aren’t left behind while the rest of the industry is moving forward.

    EFFICIENCY AND TIME MANAGEMENT

    Time is a precious resource, and thankfully, AI can improve time management and productivity. It’s almost like an assistant you have always wished you could find. It automates repetitive tasks like project management, so you have more time to focus on other aspects of your work.

    Imagine having more time to explore new concepts or fine-tune your current projects! That’s the power of AI. It’s not about working harder, it’s about working smarter and getting more done in less time.


    EXPLORATION AND LEARNING

    Integrating AI into your design practice should be a fun, exploration. Allowing yourself to experiment and “play” with new tools can lead to improvements. You need to approach this with a mindset of curiosity and fun. This is a wonderful opportunity to enhance your skills and expand your capabilities.

    Don’t rely solely on formal training, to start using this technology. I believe the best way to approach AI, is with hands-on experience. Dive in, play around, and see what works best for you and your business. It’s all about embracing the journey of discovery and using AI to enhance your design skills.

    TAKE A CHANCE ON AI - IT JUST MAY SURPRISE YOU

    By embracing change and innovation, optimizing your efficiency, and staying curious through exploration and learning, you can harness the full potential of AI in your business.

    If you are ready to save time and money, then embrace the change, explore the possibilities, and let AI become a tool to help you achieve greater success.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR:

    • (2:15) Why you should use AI in your marketing tasks

    • (5:20) 7 marketing tasks you can outsource to AI

    • (10:50) Benefits to using Chat GPT in your marketing

    • (17:30) Website copy and the specific pages you need on your site

    • (24:20) The mindset you need to have when approaching AI

    • (26:50) A list of different AI tools you can use as a designer

    • (36:15) Why I don’t like chatbots

    • (39:40) Whether you should be trained how to use AI

    Mentioned:

    081: The Four Steps to Landing Every Project



    When you’re ready to step into a bigger vision in your design business and create exceptional results and celebrations book-a-call to explore how coaching can take you there faster, with a solid plan, proven process, and smart strategies.
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    41 mins
  • 094: 10 Tips for an Efficient Design Business, Part 1

    094: 10 Tips for an Efficient Design Business, Part 1
    Jul 8 2024
    Running a design business can be both rewarding and challenging. With tight deadlines, demanding clients, and the pressure to stay creative, efficiency sometimes takes a backseat. What if there were simple, actionable tips that could transform your workflow, boost your profits, and ultimately lead to more satisfying work and happier clients? In this episode, you will discover 10 tips to help you run an efficient design business. These tips focus on strategic planning and goal setting, efficient communication and collaboration, and productivity and delegation. By implementing these strategies, you will be on your way to mastering efficiency and achieving success in your design business. STRATEGIC PLANNING AND GOAL SETTING In order to run an efficient design business, you need clear and realistic goals. You must establish these goals at the beginning of each year, and then break them down into quarterly, monthly, and weekly goals. This approach not only makes the tasks more manageable but it also ensures steady progress throughout the year. Tracking progress, setting milestones, and celebrating small wins can keep your team motivated and on track. Also, it is much easier to correct your course, when you regularly review your progress against your goals. Another critical aspect of strategic planning is setting healthy boundaries with clients. Implementing boundaries is a life changer, especially if your clients are frequently texting you, asking questions about the project. Including clear expectations and boundaries in your letter of agreement helps to manage client relationships effectively. Regular project updates, whether weekly or biweekly, ensure that everyone is on the same page. This strategic approach not only streamlines operations but also builds a more professional and respectful relationship with clients. EFFICIENT COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION Streamlining communication within your team and with your clients can significantly boost efficiency. Reducing email clutter will save you time. Utilizing team communication tools helps maintain organized communication channels. Leveraging email subject lines and having digital folders for each client makes it easier to find important information quickly. Regularly cleaning out spam and trash emails keeps your inbox manageable. My personal rule is to never have more than 50 unread emails in my inbox at a time. Assigning buddies to new hires and conducting regular check-ins ensures that new team members integrate smoothly and are up to speed. By leveraging these tools and practices, you create an environment where communication flows effortlessly. PRODUCTIVITY AND DELEGATION If you have ever heard that multitasking is effective, I am here to tell you that is false! Multitasking might seem like a good idea, but it leads to decreased productivity and it increases stress. Focusing on one task at a time, or uni-tasking, allows you to enter your zone of genius where creativity and productivity thrive. There is nothing more powerful than being able to give your total focus to one project. Speaking of focus, having a private office space can help you minimize distractions and maximize your focus. Delegating and outsourcing are other vital strategies you should start exploring if you aren’t doing so already. Outsourcing tasks like bookkeeping, rendering, and presentation board creation can free up your time to focus on what you do best. Additionally, automating routine tasks through AI can also enhance efficiency. If you are ready to master efficiency, so you can make more profit, serve happier clients, and do more fulfilling work, then make sure to listen to this episode for all 10 tips! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR: (1:45) Establishing realistic goals (3:55) Streamlining your communication (10:40) Setting healthy boundaries with clients and your team (13:40) The importance of project management software (15:45) Reducing the frequency and length of meetings (18:15) Encouraging teamwork (20:55) Enhancing the work environment (23:50) Why you need to stop multitasking (27:40) Working distraction-free in a private office area (29:20) The types of tasks you need to outsource (32:40) Automating tasks using AI When you’re ready to step into a bigger vision in your design business and create exceptional results and celebrations book-a-call to explore how coaching can take you there faster, with a solid plan, proven process, and smart strategies.
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    34 mins
  • 093: 5 Steps to Get Everything You Want

    093: 5 Steps to Get Everything You Want
    Jul 1 2024

    As a designer, you might find yourself stuck in old patterns and beliefs that are preventing you from reaching your goals. You may think you aren’t good enough to be published. You may believe that you have to always say “yes” to every single prospect, regardless if it’s an ideal project or not. These types of patterns and beliefs don’t just affect your business, but your personal life as well.

    In this episode, you will learn about the transformative power of identity shifts and how they can help you achieve everything you want, in business and personal life. I am sharing the five steps you need to implement in order to shift your identity and see profound changes in your life.



    THE POWER OF THE “I AM” STATEMENT

    Understanding the power of identity is crucial for professional and personal growth. Your “I am” statements define your self-perception and guide your actions. Whether you say, “I am a runner” or “I am a workaholic,” each statement reflects your commitment to specific behaviors and actions you take.

    Changing your identity involves aligning your actions with the person you aspire to become. Overcoming limiting beliefs and adopting new habits can lead to transformative shifts. By intentionally shaping our identities and consistently taking steps toward our goals, you empower yourself to get everything you want.



    WHO DO YOU WANT TO BE?

    Take some time to think about the person you aspire to become. What qualities define this ideal version of yourself? Write down these qualities and values as a guidepost. For inspiration, look for someone who is real and relatable, such as friends, peers, or fellow designers. Study their journey and the actions they took to achieve their goals. By understanding their journey, you can gain insights that may help you shape your own path.

    After actively seeking out 1 to 3 individuals who inspire you, the next step is to deliberately emulate their actions and behaviors. Don’t just copy and do what they do. After all, they may not have the same exact goals that you do. This process is more about embodying their mindset and approach. As you immerse yourself in similar practices, you will start to mold yourself into the person you envision.

    EMBODY AND CELEBRATE YOUR NEW IDENTITY

    As you become more committed to this change, you need to embody your new identity. It’s not just about going through the motions, it’s about internalizing these actions until they become second nature. Act as if you are already the person you aspire to be. This shift from doing to being is transformative.

    To reinforce this transformation, it’s critical that you celebrate your progress along the way. When you find yourself aligning your actions with your new identity, you need to stop and appreciate those moments. Acknowledge and reward yourself for the steps you are taking towards your growth. This positive reinforcement strengthens your commitment and motivates you to keep moving forward.


    SELF-COMPASSION ALONG THE WAY

    While celebrating your progress is critical, it’s equally as important to show yourself compassion when you falter on your journey. Journeys include setbacks and you will make mistakes along the way. When these setbacks occur, reflect on how the new version of you would respond. Instead of dwelling on failure, give yourself grace and learn from the experience. The new version of you would not give up in the face of challenges. They would choose to learn and grow. By embracing this mindset, you empower yourself to navigate obstacles with resilience and determination.

    It’s time to embrace change, get out of your comfort zone, and become the person who achieves everything they set their heart on.



    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR:

    • (1:35) Figuring out your “I am” statements

    • (5:45) Examples of limiting beliefs designers hold

    • (9:50) Why taking action without shifting your identity is self-sabotage

    • (12:45) The power of changing your identity with intention

    • (20:05) The five steps to shifting your identity

    • (34:45) Why comfort zones are not actually comfortable

    • (36:30) The question you need to ask yourself at the start of the day
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    39 mins
  • 092: 45 Ways to Stop Doing Too Much

    092: 45 Ways to Stop Doing Too Much
    Jun 24 2024
    Many business owners fall into the trap of "doing" too much and forget the simple joy of just "being." If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. We “do-ers” feel like we are being lazy if we aren’t constantly performing. Let me clue you in on a lesson I had to learn the hard way. If your switch is always set to “do” instead of set to “be,” your creativity, productivity, and profits will suffer. In today's episode, you will discover the benefits of stepping into "being" and away from "doing." You will learn that doing less can lead to more productivity, profitability, and fulfillment. I will also share practical ways to incorporate more "being" into your life. It's time to shift gears and embrace a more fulfilling, balanced approach to life. For all you do-ers out there, I’m giving you permission to do less, stop the overwhelm, and step into “being.” THE BENEFITS OF STEPPING INTO “BEING” Taking a step back from constant activity and learning to simply be can transform your life. When you allow yourself to be present and in the moment, you not only reduce stress but also open yourself up to greater creativity and joy. When you shift from the relentless cycle of doing to a state of being, you feel more aligned, relaxed, and fulfilled. By focusing on "being," you can accomplish more since you’ll be more productive and profitable while feeling a deeper sense of fulfillment. This shift can feel drastic, especially for those who thrive on staying busy, but the rewards are profound. Giving yourself permission to step back and be creates space for personal growth, leading to greater happiness and contentment. 45 WAYS TO INCORPORATE MORE “BEING” INTO YOUR LIFE I have created a list of 45 practical activities designed to help you embrace the joy of being. These suggestions are adaptable, allowing you to find what resonates most with you. Whether it's binge-watching your favorite series without guilt or exploring nature to rejuvenate your spirit, these activities are meant to bring balance and joy into your life. Many of the items on the list of 45 have helped me feel more inspired, fueled, curious, energized, rejuvenated, and joyous. Instead of feeling constantly drained and worn out from always doing, I encourage you to engage in a few of these activities I share in the episode. These activities are not just about taking breaks but about creating moments of joy and relaxation that can recharge you for the tasks ahead. By integrating these practices into your routine, you’ll find a better balance between doing and being, which will bring positive results to your business and personal life. DOING LESS CAN LEAD TO MORE PRODUCTIVITY, PROFITABILITY, AND FULFILLMENT It might seem counterintuitive, but doing less can help you achieve more. When you stop overdoing and start being, you align yourself with a natural flow that boosts productivity. Stepping back from constant busyness leads to increased creativity and efficiency, making you more profitable in your business endeavors. Focusing on being allows you to tap into a deeper sense of fulfillment, encouraging quality over quantity in your efforts. You can approach tasks with greater clarity and efficiency, when you feel mentally refreshed. For example, decluttering your workspace can lead to better focus and creativity, and taking breaks to play with your pet or enjoy a hobby can provide a mental reset that boosts overall productivity. Embracing the joy of being rather than the constant push to do more can transform your life. By integrating these practices into your daily routine, you will be more productive, profitable, and deeply fulfilled. So take a step back, breathe, and give yourself permission to just be. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR: (2:05) The benefits of stepping into “being” and away from “doing” (3:50) A list of 45 different activities to encourage “being” (14:55) Activities that bring feelings of awe, love, and inspiration (18:55) The benefits of decluttering, organizing, and purging (22:25) Creating space for things that actually fulfill you (31:05) Exercising your body and your mind (36:05) Becoming more vulnerable and opening our hearts (47:55) The joy that comes from living in a place of “being-ness” When you’re ready to step into a bigger vision in your design business and create exceptional results and celebrations book-a-call to explore how coaching can take you there faster, with a solid plan, proven process, and smart strategies.
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    50 mins
  • 091: Your Vision Board is Broken: How to Fix It

    091: Your Vision Board is Broken: How to Fix It
    Jun 17 2024
    I’m sure you’ve heard business and life coaches advise on the importance of creating a vision board. Essentially, a vision board is a tool for personal development and achievement. The purpose is to motivate and inspire you as you work towards accomplishing your dreams. While vision boards have been a traditional tool for goal-setting, they aren’t as effective as they could be. It’s time we upgrade this broken tool and turn it into something that will produce the results we desire. In today’s episode, you will learn why traditional vision boards are not helping you reach your goals. I also dive into the importance of specificity and visualization. You’ll discover what areas of your life to include on your board. I will also explain why you should approach your board from a flow state, ensuring your intentions are aligned with your authentic being. THE PROBLEM WITH VISION BOARDS Even though vision boards are popular with designers, they often fall short of their intended purpose. These boards may be beautiful to look at, but achieving your dreams takes more than just hanging up a pretty board on your wall or saving the digital version to your computer desktop. I believe most vision boards are too vague to be truly effective. People often create their boards with generalized goals. The board ends up looking like it could belong to just about anybody. I mean, who hasn’t said “I want a new car,” or “I want to go on a trip to Europe.” To achieve your deepest desires, you must move from vague aspirations to clearly defined milestones. In order to fix these broken vision boards, I suggest we not only change how we approach them, but we should also change what we call them. You can call it a “goal board” or “accomplishment board,” but my favorite is “celebration board.” After all, you’ll be celebrating once you achieve your desires. SETTING SPECIFIC GOALS Be particular and selective with the goals you put on your board. Your fantasies can only become realities when you know exactly what you want in life and business. For example, if you want to move into a new office to run your business, don’t just stop at “new office.” Think about where the office is located, how big the space is, how many windows it has, and what floor it’s on. This board isn’t just for setting business goals. I encourage you to include goals for different areas of your life. These areas include: Business, Finances, Relationships, Health, Travel, Investments, and more. THE POWER OF VISUALIZATION My clients often come to me, telling me they feel stuck when creating vision boards. To help them feel less stuck, I remind them about the power of visualization. They visualize every day in their work, without even realizing it. Allow me to share an example. As a designer, you can walk into a new home and after just a few moments, you’re already envisioning the transformation. You clearly see the newly designed space in your mind with such specificity. Your brain is establishing a roadmap for the upcoming project. You see, you already have the ability to visualize transformations in your mind. This is the same level of clarity you need to bring to your board. When you visualize your future with clarity and specificity, then your board becomes a roadmap for your desires, goals, and celebrations. WHAT IS HOLDING YOU BACK FROM DOING THIS? There are a multitude of factors that hold us back from setting, visualizing, and achieving our dreams. For one, we all deal with an inner imposter that tries to tell us to think small. I want you to silence that imposter and push yourself beyond your comfort zone. Another factor that keeps us from achieving our goals is a lack of awareness. We are unsure what our truest desires are. Our energetic alignment is out of whack because we are approaching life from a hustle mindset. By constantly grinding and “doing,” we can’t reflect on or access what we want out of life. Your goals will become a reality when you are in a state of flow and energetic alignment. I want you to let go of all the “doing” and practice just “being.” You hold the answers to what you most want. You just have to shut out the noise, pause, and tune into yourself. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR: (1:45) Why traditional vision boards don’t work(4:30) How writing a “100 List” will inspire the goals you put on your board(13:05) The power of defining and declaring what you desire most(18:05) The areas of your life you need to include on the board(23:30) Why you should be celebrating along the way(28:55) My one rule for the goals you put on your board(34:50) What it looks like to come from a place of “being”(41:35) Why you need support from mentors and loved ones Follow and Review: We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple ‘+’ in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could ...
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    44 mins
  • 090: How to Prioritize Your Profit

    090: How to Prioritize Your Profit
    Jun 10 2024
    In the world of interior design, design firm principals are constantly juggling a million and one tasks. From design discovery to client onboarding, floor plans to renderings, networking to social media, project management to client care, you do it all. Let’s face it, you’re wearing upwards of 36 hats at any one time, and it can leave you feeling overwhelmed and under-earning. And that leaves less time and energy for the activities that bring you real profit. EARN MORE WHILE DOING WHAT YOU LOVE You started your business to make money, doing what you love…design. Many designers are so bogged down with low-dollar tasks, that their finances and creativity both take a hit. If you want to increase your profit and engage in the work you love doing, then you must start focusing your efforts on the right activities. I remind my clients, “Where your focus goes, your finances flow.” In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to distinguish between high-dollar and low-dollar tasks, so you can prioritize activities that directly contribute to your profit. While low-dollar tasks are necessary activities within your business that must be completed, they are not a priority. As a designer and business owner, you should focus on tasks that impact your bottom line and require higher levels of expertise and skill. The categories here can make it simpler: lead generation and marketing, SEO and visibility, sales and offers, creative work, project management, communication, and admin. LEARN TO DOLLARIZE YOUR DAY FOR MORE PROFIT Discover which activities you should prioritize and which you should outsource when it comes to administrative tasks, marketing and advertising, sales, creative work, and more. You only have a finite amount of time. Knowing where your time is going each day will make a big difference. Let’s find out where you’re spending your time, so we can make you more money! You’ll learn how to dollarize your days, so you earn more in every activity. And you can delegate low dollar tasks. Your time as principal designer, Creative Director, or CEO is best invested in $1k tasks vs. the many $100 and $10 that can be delegated to team or outsourcing online. DELEGATE TO INCREASE PROFITS & AVOID BURNOUT When you stay focused on your Zone of Genius work at least 80% of the time, you’ll find yourself more productive, more fulfilled and more profitable. It’s vital that you relinquish the idea that you must do it all yourself. This is a myth and a costly one. Instead, when you assign a dollar value to each task, you’ll find that by delegating what you aren’t efficient at, what you don’t love, and what isn’t impacting the bottom line directly, that more gets done and you step out of sacrifice and off the burn out path. Your firm will earn more with the right team in place. Whenever you can outsource or delegate to someone who is a fraction of your hourly rate (internal use only, you know I advocate flat fees) you get time back for the actions that matter most. To find out how you can effectively grow your design business, BOOK-A-CALL here, it’s complementary and a way to explore the fit, as well as create your plan. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR: (3:00) The difference between high-dollar and low-dollar tasks.(4:20) Which aspects of social media are high-dollar versus low-dollar.(7:10) What high-dollar marketing looks like.(13:33) How to change your money mindset.(15:30) What high-dollar creative work and low-dollar creative work entail.(19:40) The value in finding a good stylist.(24:00) How to dollarize your calendar.(28:05) How to completely transform your business. MENTIONED: Episode 081: The Four Steps to Landing Every Project (Design Discovery Process) FOLLOW AND REVIEW: We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple ‘+’ in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SUPPORTING RESOURCES: For more information about The Affluent Creative, check out my website www.melissagalt.com Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @MelissaGalt and TikTok @MelissaGaltBusinessCoach
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    34 mins
  • 089: How To Prepare For MORE Profit

    089: How To Prepare For MORE Profit
    Jun 3 2024

    Working in design, we know how important a living space can be for our clients’ well-being. We design entire rooms looking for ways to make our clients’ lives easier, more efficient, and more beautiful. But, how often do we do the same for ourselves?

    I’m not just talking about our curated office spaces. When was the last time you purged yourself of those old files, cleaned up your drive, and really took an inventory of your projects, resources, and client files? You might be surprised at how much what you hold onto is holding you back. I know this from experience–I have gone through my fair share of slow times in my business and I had to learn the hard way how my anxious reactions were not serving me.

    Today, I’m sharing my hard-won tips to prepare for your future profits without getting sidetracked by anxiety. Learn how the energy you project can draw positive outcomes and why decluttering both your physical and digital spaces is essential for creativity and productivity. We’ll also dive into practical tips for archiving old project materials and updating sample libraries to make room for fresh opportunities.

    Discover how visual clutter can stifle your creativity and get actionable strategies to foster a workspace that not only looks good but feels inviting and energizing. Let’s tackle those fears that you’re holding onto and stop them from holding you back!

    In this episode, you will hear:

    • Opportunities for decluttering to create an environment that fosters confidence and positivity

    • Strategies for managing fluctuating demands using tools like whiteboards and Google Calendar to track projects

    • Tips on maintaining a visually organized workspace that fuels your own creativity

    • The correlation between the depth of client relationships and the height of business revenue

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    We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

    Supporting Resources:

    • For more information about The Affluent Creative, check out my website www.melissagalt.com

    • Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @MelissaGalt and TikTok @MelissaGaltBusinessCoach

    Episode Credits

    If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.
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    28 mins
  • 088: 5 Ways To Beat Overwhelm

    088: 5 Ways To Beat Overwhelm
    May 27 2024

    Feeling like you're constantly chasing your tail in your design practice? I know I've been there—drowning in emails, juggling multiple tasks, and never quite feeling like I'm on solid ground. However, the most important thing to remember about overwhelm is that it is just your perspective on a moment in time. It does not have to be your reality. I've found a lifeline through simple, yet effective strategies to curb the chaos and I’m here to walk you through five key steps to take back control. From setting non-negotiable communication boundaries to the benefits of an organized, color-coded calendar, you’ll say goodbye to the paralysis of overload and hello to the well-oiled machine that is your creative business.

    Imagine your day compartmentalized into neat, color-coded blocks, each dedicated to a specific task—no more bouncing between tasks like a pinball. In this episode, I share the transformative power of time blocking using accessible tools like Google Calendar. You'll learn how to prioritize effectively with just an index card and why multitasking might actually be your kryptonite. Plus, I'll let you in on the secret to maintaining a sense of accomplishment and focus, cultivating control in your professional journey and personal life. Each segment of your day can be a stepping stone to building a thriving practice without feeling like you're constantly on the brink.

    I've got some creative communication tactics up my sleeve that will endear you to your clients and keep them excited about the progress of their projects while still setting clear boundaries for your time. And for those who are ready to take their creative business to stratospheric levels, I'm rolling out the red carpet to the Go Beyond Intensive event in sunny Scottsdale. It's a chance to connect, learn, and grow with fellow designers who are all about embracing smart systems and a mindset that propels them forward. So tune in, get inspired, and let's journey together toward a design practice that nurtures your extraordinary life without the burnout.

    In this episode, you will hear:

    • Strategies to eliminate overwhelm in your design practice

    • The importance of regular project updates and setting communication boundaries

    • Ways to use time-blocking tools like Google Calendar for productivity

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    We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

    Supporting Resources:

    • For more information about The Affluent Creative, check out my website www.melissagalt.com

    • Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @MelissaGalt and TikTok @MelissaGaltBusinessCoach

    Episode Credits

    If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.
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    33 mins