The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast

It's time to dive into a rather controversial debate… Honeybook vs. Dubsado. Joining me in this conversation is my friend Caitlyn Gray of Systems and Strategy! Caitlyn works with female-owned businesses to fail-proof their business strategy and set up their tech so that everything runs with ease. She is also both a Honeybook and Dubsado expert, so I am so excited to have her on to chat with me today. We are discussing the differences between the two platforms, who should use each of them, and a handful of things to consider when you’re deciding which CRM to use for your business. Go to the full blog post & snag all the links hereMentioned Resources & Links🎉 Need launching help? Work with me 1:1 here🎉 Emails needed for a launch (Free PDF) HERE🎉 Do you want to join The Family Photographer's Marketing Society? Click HERE🎉Try Dubsado & Get 30% Off Your First Month or Year🎉Try Honeybook & Get 50% Off Your First Year🎉How to Create a Contact Form that WowsConnect with Caitlyn ⬇️systemsandstrategy.cominstagram.com/systemsandstrategyfacebook.com/systemsandstrategy⭐️Snag Caitlyn's Free Resource (How to Map Your Client Journey) here: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/j5z0i2Connect with Dolly DeLong Education💻Website📱Instagram🎥YouTubeThanks for joining me on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode:✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, marketing, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools🥳Post a screenshot and some of your favorite key takeaways on your IG story, and tag me @dollydelongeducation so I can repost it!🔗affiliate links included, which means I might make a lil' money when you click. I only recommend people, products, & programs I use & ❤️Dubsado Versus Honeybook, Dubsado, Honeybook, Systems For Photographers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you taking advantage of a CRM tool like Dubsado in your business? Over the next eight weeks, I'll be diving into topics related to Dubsado, why you should use it, and how it works! In today's episode, I'll be introducing you to Dubsado and my top four reasons as to why I love it!The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools, and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.How to Create a Contact Form that Wows If you're struggling to convert your inquiries? Maybe your contact form is simply an afterthought on your website that doesn't attract your ideal client. It's time to level up your lead capture form by creating a contact form that wows. Your client experience starts all the way back at the contact form level.Join this free video training with a behind the scenes look at how I've built my contact form, along with my system that teaches you how to not get ghosted!Check Out the Training >>Curious About DubsadoDubsado is is an all-in-one business management tool that allows you to send contracts and invoices, handle project management, create questionnaires and other forms, manage bookkeeping, track your time, send and receive emails and SO much more... all from ONE place.Try Dubsado >>Links MentionedTry DubsadoDubsado Toolkit for CreativesHow to Create a Contact Form that Wows Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you legally legit in your business? In my own experience, I've seen how important contracts can be in the process of growing your business. So today I'm sharing three reasons why you need to incorporate contracts into your creative business. Plus I'm even sharing my favorite place to grab contracts—The Legal Paige Contract Shop. If you’re on the fence about purchasing a contract for your business, now is the time to get on it. The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools, and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.The Legal Paige Contract ShopToday's episode is brought to you by The Legal Paige Contract Shop, my go-to shop for all things legal in my business! Plus, if you're listening to this episode during the week it airs, the shop is currently running their biggest sale of the year! That's right, from May 23- 26, 2022, you can find contracts for up to 40% off! Don't wait, because the best sales happen at the start of the week:May 23 & 24 2022 | 40% OFFMay 25, 2022 | 30% OFFMay 26, 2022 | 20% OFFPlus when you use the code DOLLY10, you'll get an additional $10 OFF!Shop Now at The Legal Paige Contract Shop >>Review the full show notes and transcript at dollydelongphotography.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! Today we are discussing all the systems and workflows you can set up to create and maintain a magnetic website presence. I am so excited to be chatting with website designer Elizabeth McCravy. Elizabeth has designed so many beautiful Showit website templates, and has the best tips for keeping your website up to date to better connect with your target audience. The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.30 Days in 4 DaysCreating strategic content that serves your audience and grows your business is time-consuming. I've created a free content creation guide and checklist. In this guide to content batching, I'm sharing how I create 30 days of content in just 3 days, plus my Trello board and batching checklist!Grab the Guide >>Review the full show notes and transcript at dollydelongphotography.com/podcastMentioned in Today's EpisodeElizabeth’s Free Gift: Seven Essentials For A High-Converting Coaching WebsiteGet 10% Off Elizabeth's Shop Template >>Connect with Elizabeth ⬇️Break Through Brand PodcastWebsiteInstagramConnect with Dolly ⬇️instagram.com/dollydelongeducationfacebook.com/DollyDeLongEducationpinterest.com/dollydelong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! Today you will get to hear a little bit of wisdom from my past mastermind leader, Kat Schmoyer. Kat is a creative business owner, an integrator, and owns her own wedding planning business (she does a lot!). I am so pumped to have her on the show today to chat about all things masterminds, and why you should consider joining one or even creating one of your own. Kat has some incredible knowledge to share about the systems and workflows necessary to sustain a successful mastermind in your business. The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.30 Days in 4 DaysCreating strategic content that serves your audience and grows your business is time-consuming. I've created a free content creation guide and checklist. In this guide to content batching, I'm sharing how I create 30 days of content in just 3 days, plus my Trello board and batching checklist!Grab the Guide >>Review the full show notes and transcript at dollydelongeducation.com/podcastMentioned in Today's EpisodeKat’s Free GiftKat's MastermindConnect with Kat ⬇️Kat's WebsiteKat's InstagramKat's YoutubeConnect with Dolly ⬇️instagram.com/dollydelongeducationfacebook.com/DollyDeLongEducationpinterest.com/dollydelong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! You are all in for a treat because I have my magical VA, Kristina Dowler, on the podcast today. She is truly a wizard and the mastermind behind my blogs. She has so much knowledge to share, especially if you want to set up a system and workflow for yourself in blogging. I am so excited to dive in with her on all the ways you can be strategic with your blog to support and grow your business. The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools, and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.30 Days in 4 DaysCreating strategic content that serves your audience and grows your business is time consuming. I've created a free content creation guide and checklist. In this guide to content batching, I'm sharing how I create 30 days of content in just 3 days, plus my Trello board and batching checklist!Grab the Guide >>Mentioned in Today's EpisodeFreebie, 10 Tips to Kickstart Your BlogBlogging ToolkitBlogging Schedule TemplateConnect with Kristina ⬇️Kristina’s Website Kristina’s Blog ShopConnect with Dolly ⬇️instagram.com/dollydelongeducationfacebook.com/DollyDeLongEducationpinterest.com/dollydelong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast. As all creative business owners know - it’s tax season! Today, I am interviewing my amazing CPA Jackie Easterday, and we are chatting all about taxes and how to set up your systems for an easier tax season. This is something that Jackie has helped me so much with, and I know her advice will be helpful for any creative business owner.The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast is brought to you by Dolly DeLong Education. This is a podcast for creative business owners who want to learn tangible steps to automate their business through workflows, systems, tools, and strategy in order to go from scattered to streamlined with purpose. Because even muggles can become automated wizards.Income & Expenses Report TemplateAre you nervous about where to begin with tracking the expenses and income of your creative business? It's time to stop being intimidated by the numbers of your business and take control of your finances. With my FREE Income and Expenses Report Template, you get a simple solution to tracking your income and expenses. Download the free spreadsheet!DOWNLOAD NOW >>Connect with Jackie ⬇️@jackie.easterday.cpaeasterdaygroup.comGrab Jackie's Service Guide >>Connect with Dolly ⬇️instagram.com/dollydelongeducationfacebook.com/DollyDeLongEducationpinterest.com/dollydelong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special and deeply personal episode, Dolly sits down with her husband, Ty DeLong, for a candid conversation about money, marriage, and what it looked like to pay off over $150K in student loan debt while building a business. You’ll hear how their different financial backgrounds impacted their relationship, how they finally got on the same page about money, and the exact systems Ty used to help them get out of debt. Whether you’re single or married, in debt or thriving, this episode will encourage you to take a closer look at your numbers and build a more sustainable business.Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Learn how Dolly and Ty tackled six figures of student loan debt as a married couple while Dolly built her business.Understand how Profit First and basic spreadsheets transformed Dolly’s relationship with money.Gain tangible steps and mindset shifts for managing finances as a creative entrepreneur, especially if money feels overwhelming.Full Show NotesClick here to access the full show notesMentioned Resources & Links🎉The Bookkeeping Template For Creatives and use code PODCAST for 20% off!🎉 Do you want to join The Family Photographer's Marketing Society? Click HERE🎉 Episode 20: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/how-to-pay-yourself-as-a-creative-business-owner/Connect with Dolly DeLong Education💻Website📱Instagram🎥YouTubeThanks for joining me on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode:✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, SOPS, marketing, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools🥳Post a screenshot and some of your favorite key takeaways on your IG story, and tag me @dollydelongeducation so I can repost it!🔗affiliate links included, which means I might make a lil' money when you click. I only recommend people, products, & programs I use & ❤️Money Mindset for Creatives, Paying Off Student Loans, Financial Tips For Married Entrepreneurs, Budgeting Tips, Profit First for Creatives, Creative Business Finances, Systems for Small Business Owners, How to Name Every Dollar, Bookkeeping Tips for Creatives, Financial Clarity in Marriage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! Today, we are chatting about the profit first method with financial educator Kelly Mathis. This is something I struggled with for years in my business, but through working with Kelly, I have been able to sort out my own financial workflow and systems that are helping my business to thrive!📖 Access FULL episode + transcript + show notes HEREMentioned Resources & Links🎉 Need launching help? Work with me 1:1 here🎉Bookkeeping Template for Creatives HEREMost entrepreneurs struggle in one area of their business—finances. You can create systems around your money too! This will help you keep track of your finances, plan for tax season, monitor expenses, and prioritize your money! I've created an easy-to-use spreadsheet for you to use to track with your bookkeeping! Use the code PODCAST for 20 off!Connect with Kellykellygracephoto.comkellygracephoto.com/shop@kellygracephoto_kellygracephoto.com/profit-first-training-landing-pageConnect with Dolly DeLong Education💻Website📱Instagram🎥YouTubeThanks for joining me on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode:✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, marketing, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools🥳Post a screenshot and some of your favorite key takeaways on your IG story, and tag me @dollydelongeducation so I can repost it!🔗affiliate links included, which means I might make a lil' money when you click. I only recommend people, products, & programs I use & ❤️Profit First, Creative Business Owners, How To Pay Yourself As A Creative Business Owner, Financial Tips, How to Pay Yourself as a Creative Business Owner Using Profit First Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While I’ve been sharing some really tactical episodes about list building over the last few weeks, it’s time to share one of my most successful strategies in which I increased my email list by 4,000 subscribers in just 5 days. In this final episode of the lead magnet series, I am recapping my experience with putting together the 2022 Systems and Workflow Magic Bundle, where I pulled together talented entrepreneurs to share educational offerings for free!📖 Access FULL episode + transcript + show notes HEREMentioned Resources & Links🎉 Need launching help? Work with me 1:1 here🎉 Emails needed for a launch (Free PDF) HERE🎉 Want to get 50% OFF of Flodesk? Click HERE🎉 Need a Lead Magnet Idea? Click here for a FREE list of ideasConnect with Dolly DeLong Education💻Website📱Instagram🎥YouTubeThanks for joining me on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode:✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, marketing, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools🥳Post a screenshot and some of your favorite key takeaways on your IG story, and tag me @dollydelongeducation so I can repost it!🔗affiliate links included, which means I might make a lil' money when you click. I only recommend people, products, & programs I use & ❤️Email List Growth, Bundles, How To Grow Your Email List With Bundles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.