So, we don’t have to tell you twice! …Starting a business is hard work! There are so many tasks that continue to pile onto the plate of an entrepreneur. As Chelsea and I begin to dive head first into starting a business, we want to make sure that we stay as organized as possible. So, I wanted to share some of our tips and tricks for keeping everything on track in our new careers as entrepreneurs. 

1. We make a list for everything. 

     Chelsea and I have always been list people. We make lists for everything! In the past, we’ve made lists for our blog post ideas, music playlists, packing lists, etc. Our lists always ensure that we are prepared and do not forget anything, espcially when it comes to shooting a wedding day. 

2. We both keep a planner. 

     I have always had a planner. I started keeping one mainly because of school, but now, I write everything down in it. It is how I know when bills are due, what meetings are coming up, and what blog posts are scheduled for the week. My planner helps me feel more put together. 

3. We plan ahead. 

     We plan content in advance. We use apps like Mosaico to schedule out our instagram posts, and our blog platform allows us to schedule our blog posts in advance. We try to make content for at least 2 weeks in advance, and we hope to push that out to a month in advance, eventually. 

It’s the little things that make the biggest difference. If I can plan ahead and keep a to-do list, then I feel more focused. I have always been a super organized person. I can’t think straight if I feel like things are out of order. When I was in school, I couldn’t focus on studying if my room was a mess. I would have to make my bed and hang up my clothes before I started to study for my next test or write a paper. Being organized has made things much easier for Chelsea and I as we try out this new world of entrepreneurship. What are some ways that you stay organized in your life and business? I’d love to hear your thoughts! 

– Hannah