Comments on: Avoiding the Summer Slump

By: Staying motivated to work hard | Sparkplug CEO

Staying motivated to work hard | Sparkplug CEO — Fri, 29 May 2009 13:19:46 +0000

[...] Susan is sharing tips for avoiding the summer slump. [...]

By: Lynette Chandler

Lynette Chandler — Fri, 29 May 2009 01:30:26 +0000

I like the summer slump promotion idea too! Actually anytime is a good time for a promotion. Always thought we should take a page out of the retailer’s marketing book on that they’ve got the promotional calendar thing down.

By: Susan Payton

Susan Payton — Thu, 28 May 2009 20:27:36 +0000

Thanks for your comments, ladies. I already feel the slump coming business-wise. Luckily I’ve got enough in my personal life (like moving) to keep me occupied!

Susan

By: Traci Feit Love

Traci Feit Love — Thu, 28 May 2009 20:22:09 +0000

I totally agree with you and Cindy. Getting out of the house is so important, especially in the summer. When you’re feeling sorry for yourself being stuck inside, you’re unlikely to get much done. Give yourself a break and then come back to your desk ready to go!

By: Leigh Anne Wilkes

Leigh Anne Wilkes — Thu, 28 May 2009 20:06:03 +0000

Thanks for the great tips! Love your tip on Hold a Promotion. I’ve had lots of success with offering a summer challenge to my customers – ask them to join along with me in accomplishing something specific during the summer months and then offering a little gift, bonus or discount if they accomplish it.

By: Cindy Bidar

Cindy Bidar — Thu, 28 May 2009 17:02:27 +0000

Get out of the house is right! Summertime is full of fun stuff to do, and if I’m sitting at home wishing I was out there instead of working I’m even less productive. It helps to take time off and just have some fun. Then I can get back into the groove without feeling deprived.