We are doing something crazy at MayeCreate…we are transitioning to a four-day workweek. 

We’re test running it until October. 

As I’ve shared this decision with friends and clients I’ve had a pretty wide range of responses.

Some people think it’s totally righteous (I’m firmly in that category).

Other’s seriously doubt it can possibly work.

One person told me I sounded like I was heading into retirement (mid-life crisis yes, retirement no. I wish!)

So in this week’s episode I’ll give you a behind-the-scenes look at our journey to a four-day workweek:

Step behind the curtain with me!

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/our-journey-to-a-four-day-work-week/

So let's just say I’m a VA newbie. 

I had a lot of questions about these fabulous folks. Like…

And then I found Emily Reagan, the founder of the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. With a business name like that I KNEW she was going to be nothing short of awesome.

In this episode, Emily shares her expertise on what tasks a virtual assistant can do, how to communicate with them, and even tips on interviewing and finding the right fit. 

So if you’re looking for a part time hire, and a VA is on the table, join me to learn from this awesome unicorn.

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/virtual-assistants-a-unicorn-solution-for-marketing-tasks-with-guest-emily-reagan/

There’s so much buzz about AI right now but it's crazy how much we already rely on it and don't even realize it. And my kids, the consumers of the future, think it’s NORMAL.

Alexa is part of the kitchen help at the Pitts household. She sets timers, finds recipes, acts as a non biased officiant of arguments and even solves math problems. (I keep forgetting how many tbsp are in a cup.)

It got me thinking…

What do I need to know about using AI in my business to better serve our clients and work smarter not harder?

So I asked Paul. 

He's an entrepreneur with years of experience building successful businesses in real estate, photography, and online ventures. He's also an early adopter of AI technology and part of a group exploring how it can be used in business to save time and boost efficiency.

Now, I realize it's not all sunshine and rainbows when it comes to AI. 

I also posed some ethical questions, like who owns the content generated by AI, and Paul offered some insightful answers for us to mull over as AI becomes more and more integrated into our lives and businesses.

So, if you want to learn more about how AI can help your business, or just want to have some fun with the topic, tune in to our conversation! Trust me, it's a good one.

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/unlocking-the-power-of-ai-in-business-with-guest-paul-pruitt/

In this blog post/podcast combo find out practical decision-making tips to reduce overwhelm and focus on what truly lights you up!

If I had a quarter for everytime I heard the word overwhelm from small businesses and nonprofits I’d be rich...

So friend, if you’re in that spot you are in good company. Past Monica has totally been known to hide under her desk from the overwhelm monster. Working on closing that chapter again right stinking now to be honest.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from this chapter of business ownership and motherhood in my life it’s that if I’m feeling overwhelmed, it's time to make a change.

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/practical-decision-making-tips-to-reduce-overwhelm/

If you’re a talker, starting a nonprofit podcast might be a good fit! Get ideas for episodes and more in this blog post/podcast combo.

With all the marketing Talking Heads out there telling you that a podcast is the “new blog” I'm sure you're asking yourself, “Should I have a podcast?”

(Right alongside should I do Tiktok, start a YouTube channel or just go old school and start that cotton pickin’ blog).

Well, in this article/podcast episode my goal is to help make that decision -  is podcasting the right marketing tool for you? 

Because let's face it you can't do them all. You need to do the one that fits inside your strengths zone, effectively tells your story and connects with your audience.

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, https://mayecreate.com/blog/is-starting-a-nonprofit-podcast-right-for-your-organization/

Making a logo is an important aspect of marketing your company and developing your brand. It's difficult to develop a brand around no graphics, and a logo gives you some graphics to solidify the way that your brand looks.

So, let's get this logo planning party started! In this blog post/podcast combo check out these 6 pro tips for making a logo before launching your project.

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/tips-for-making-a-logo-6-key-logo-planning-decisions/

Whether you're someplace in the middle, or you're barely treading water, I just want to take a moment and get you some much needed breathing room by sharing a few spots I’ve been working on cutting the clutter. 

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/you-are-right-where-you-need-to-be/

Create the best logo for your company without breaking the bank! Join us In this blog post/podcast combo to get insight about affordable logo design tools and techniques.

I'm sharing some of my best logo secrets that will help you get an awesome logo for your organization without breaking the bank. 

There's an option for those who want to be more hands-on, and an option for those of you who are not a designer or are working with a whole committee of people. 

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/the-two-best-most-affordable-logo-design-options-to-create-your-companys-logo/

Let’s talk about ADA and websites…yes, it’s a thing. Discover the essentials of ADA compliance for websites in our comprehensive blog/podcast combo.

Here's the deal. The number of people with disabilities is not small. You may think you’re just revamping your website for a few people who can't see or can't hear. Friends, around 15% of the world's population (roughly 1 billion people) are disabled.

That is the world's largest minority, when you take the time to make your site ADA Compliant you're on the path to creating a welcoming considerate site for more than just people with disabilities though - you are making a website that's easier for EVERYONE to use. You included. Because we all end up in spots when we're not capable of using a website like we usually would. 

In this episode I'll sort through:

Full episode here: https://mayecreate.com/blog/ada-compliance-for-websites-a-quick-guide-to-accessibilityto-accessibility/

To get you to that point where you feel super comfortable and in control, I'm going to review 10 categories I feel you should discuss with your potential web developers.

Within each of these categories, I’ll also give you specific questions to ask, so you know exactly what web lingo to use, and you can understand what you might be getting from this relationship. 

For a fully-formatted article version of this episode, visit https://mayecreate.com/blog/web-design-company-interview-guide/