273. Stopping Balloons | Melody of Feathered Fox Designs

In this interview we'll hear about what it's like to stop providing balloon decor. Melody announced on Instagram a while back that she was no longer going to be doing installations, and in fact was beginning to count down the days to her last one.  She tells us how she was having her best year ever, in terms of sales and the clients she was working with, but behind the scenes was struggling physically with an old injury that progressively got worse. Hear about all of the options she considered, and why she opted for an actual announcement over quietly closing down the business. Then she also tells us what she's up to now, in the short term, as she discovers what her next big thing is.  Other topics we talk about included: Hiring and training Managing growth The physical nature of the job Comparison and relationships Personal branding & her content plan I really appreciated Melody's openness and honesty about this decision and the process, and since I know we all feel burnt out every so often, there's likely some parts of her experience that you'll relate to as well.  And in the UGlu Hotline, get a tip for when you're participating in a parade!        RESOURCES MENTIONED: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year)  Balloon Suite  Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% with code BRIGHT)  UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% at Havin' A Party with code BRIGHT)  Call into the UGlu Hotline to ask a question or leave advice! (262) 221-8514 PremiumConwin  NEW! 2025 Bright Balloon Business Planner  ALOFT (save $10 with code BRIGHT) ballooncoach.com | Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit  - - - - Get bonus episodes 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list  Courses @thebrightballoon  The Bright Balloon on YouTube