Ryan @ Tailored Fit Photography - This is a goldmine. I began my wedding film business 8 months ago and already am in trouble when it comes to trying to juggle all the different stages of client workflow. Thanks for shedding light on your process Melissa!

Kristin - Having everything written out has helped us a ton. Love this post!

Life with Kaishon - What a great series. I love the idea of a checklist. Thanks for sharing.

Melissa Jill - I understand your frustration Angel. Thanks for sharing! Stay tuned for the next installment of this series to find out what we do for reminders.

angel - yep same question as Kristin, haven't had much luck with software applications for workflow so we have ours in a google doc (I too share it with an assistant.) But, still wish I had a better electronic system for this that would give automated reminders based on when things should be done. In general we have tried and failed to implement studio management software...

Melissa Jill - Good question Kristin! I know there are electronic ways of managing to do lists, but I have more success with the old fashioned paper format. But whatever works for you!

kristin - I love the idea of printing out a sheet for every single customer... have you tried doing this electronically, and if so, what was your experience? There are tons of software products out there that claim to do this, but I'm seriously so committed to my pen and paper that your method seems appealing...

Liz - I love that you conclude with "Start TODAY!" Perfection can ruin success if you let it... thanks for that reminder! :) And of course, for all you share with us!