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Part 3: PCS Your Business Without Falling Apart

May 15, 2022

Welcome to the 3rd Installment of the PCS Special Sunday Series with Moni Jefferson

First, we are grateful for YOU, our listeners, partners, and sponsors. 

Second, a quick recap of last week’s episode. Moni talked about a few essential items: 

  • Use project management tools such as AMSE's PCS Trello Board. Put these in place for your family and business 90 days in advance. 
  • Ensure your SOPs (standard operating procedures) are well defined and available for your team or those helping you run your business while moving. 
  • You can access free templates online to create your SOP, but you can also create a video breaking down the SOP. Whether they help your team during the PCS or if you need to onboard a new team member, a video explanation can be a great tool! 
  • Set up a workflow with deadlines that work best for you and your team. 
  • This is a great time to re-evaluate what items need your immediate attention. Ask yourself.

Tips from this episode: 

  • While you're waiting on a move date, give yourself and your family a lot of grace.
  • Family stuff to get ready six weeks out: 
    • Get your kid's records to keep with you in case you have to change where they have to go to school. 
    • Make those final medical appointments - dentist, eye exams, physicals, etc. 
    • Get your medications filled a few months out for that just in case moment! 
    • Go through your clothing, especially your kid's clothing. They could’ve outgrown some things or just don’t want them anymore. This is a great time to purge. 
  • Business stuff to take care of: 
    • Hire those new team members to help during this time. Always good to do it before you get overwhelmed. 
    • Really knock out those SOPs. 
    • If there’s something you’ve been asked to do, this is the time to learn to say no. Ask yourself - is it essential, and what’s the ROI for this? 
    • Be careful not to put too much pressure on your team during this time. 
  • Use the MyPCS App to make a checklist for your business. 
  • Use the PCS Your Business Blueprint to make your move easier. 

Something to remember - PCSing doesn’t have to be complicated. And, you are allowed to pivot and move things that aren’t needing immediate attention during this time. Serve your audience/clients that best represent your values and mission. 

Have some tips you want to share about PSCing your business? Email them to podcast@amseagency.com.

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