The EASED Process – Automate
So far we’ve examined the tasks we’re performing day to day and we’ve identified a number that we can Eliminate. Next on our list is what we can Automate.
Automate
The next category in my EASED process is Automate.
Have another look at the remaining tasks you perform. The increasing numbers of online and PC-based tools available mean that today many tasks can be automated. What are the marketing and administration tasks that you can automate? Talk to other coaches to see what systems they use.
The secret here is to find automated systems that do the work for you. Examples here might be 1shoppingcart or other autoresponders to keep in touch with your client and prospect list. It might include having an online system to take booking requests and accept client payments automatically.
As this area of technology moves fast, it pays to check often on the current position.
Of course, there may be tasks other than those to do with business administration that you could automate. If your weekly shop has a percentage of recurring items, perhaps you could order these via the internet, for home delivery. Most such systems allow you to use a saved online shopping list.
So what can you Automate to give yourself more time?