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8. WebCami’s Toolbox: Calendly, by Cami MacNamara WebCami Podcast
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Posted on April 2nd, 2018 on WebCamiCafe.com
In this episode, I share my love for Calendly, a scheduling tool that allows clients to book appointments based on your availability, saving time and effort.
About the author: Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, has 21 years of experience running a small, profitable, one-person web design business, so she can walk her dog whenever she likes. She has co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle since 2018 and has been an active member of the Seattle WordPress community since 2013. Cami has designed nearly 600 websites, provides services to 350 active clients, and manages over 200 websites monthly as a solopreneur.
The original post can be found here: https://webcamicafe.com/calendly-is-something-every-web-designer-needs/
Transcript of Cami's Commentary:
I distinctly remember the first time I learned about Calendly. It was at a training event, and the owner of a co-working space mentioned it. I immediately started using the tool, and it transformed the way I scheduled appointments. Before Calendly, I was constantly emailing back and forth with clients and fellow BNI members to find the best time to meet. However, some clients resisted filling out the form to select a time; some even seemed offended. Looking back, this seems ridiculous since online scheduling is now commonplace. However, I have made accommodations to ensure I am listening to clients who are a bit old-school regarding scheduling.
Each time I send my calendar link, I include a message that says, "Please send dates and times that work for you, or if it's easier, here's my Calendly link." This quashes any resistance there might have been to scheduling online.
Although I pay more now, Calendly is still an incredible deal. If you're a web designer working for yourself and not using online scheduling, you must invest in a tool. I remember not wanting to spend money on services, but investing in a scheduling tool like Calendly saves time, which ultimately saves money.
Check out the show notes for the links I mentioned in this podcast. If you'd like to join a Facebook group for web designers, visit WebCamiCafe.com for details.
To view my business website, Visit WebCami.com.
Tune in next week for another episode of the WebCami Podcast.
Posted on April 2nd, 2018 on WebCamiCafe.com
In this episode, I share my love for Calendly, a scheduling tool that allows clients to book appointments based on your availability, saving time and effort.
About the author: Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, has 21 years of experience running a small, profitable, one-person web design business, so she can walk her dog whenever she likes. She has co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle since 2018 and has been an active member of the Seattle WordPress community since 2013. Cami has designed nearly 600 websites, provides services to 350 active clients, and manages over 200 websites monthly as a solopreneur.
The original post can be found here: https://webcamicafe.com/calendly-is-something-every-web-designer-needs/
Transcript of Cami's Commentary:
I distinctly remember the first time I learned about Calendly. It was at a training event, and the owner of a co-working space mentioned it. I immediately started using the tool, and it transformed the way I scheduled appointments. Before Calendly, I was constantly emailing back and forth with clients and fellow BNI members to find the best time to meet. However, some clients resisted filling out the form to select a time; some even seemed offended. Looking back, this seems ridiculous since online scheduling is now commonplace. However, I have made accommodations to ensure I am listening to clients who are a bit old-school regarding scheduling.
Each time I send my calendar link, I include a message that says, "Please send dates and times that work for you, or if it's easier, here's my Calendly link." This quashes any resistance there might have been to scheduling online.
Although I pay more now, Calendly is still an incredible deal. If you're a web designer working for yourself and not using online scheduling, you must invest in a tool. I remember not wanting to spend money on services, but investing in a scheduling tool like Calendly saves time, which ultimately saves money.
Check out the show notes for the links I mentioned in this podcast. If you'd like to join a Facebook group for web designers, visit WebCamiCafe.com for details.
To view my business website, Visit WebCami.com.
Tune in next week for another episode of the WebCami Podcast.
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