Episodes

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

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14. Automation Series | Adopt a CRM- 17 Hats
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. Episode Sponsor: -...

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13. Planning For The Future
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 by Qualatex! Episode...

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12. Automation series | Get your photos under control
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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11. Become a Wedding Balloon Specialist
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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10. Automation Series | Social Media Planning With Later.com
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 20 minutes.  Episode mentions: More good...

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9. You Are Five Minutes Away From Total Marketing Clarity
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 send you my balloon business...

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8. Three Social Media Upgrades You Can Make Today!
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, CRM and...

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7. Automation Series Kick Off | Crowdsourcing Our Next Series
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 which tasks you need help automating! We will...

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6. Expanding Your Network With Styled Shoots
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 have helped me create a rock solid...

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5. Investing In Education | An Interview with Balloon Coach, Joette Giardina
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 can expect at the...

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4. Put Your Business on the Map
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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3. Get control of your client communication!
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 your...

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2. Three FREE upgrades you can make in your business today!
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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1. Does your Instagram bio have these three things?
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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