Marketing Techniques to Finish Summer Strong

Send us a text The relentless summer heat isn"t just taxing your technicians—it could be hiding a golden opportunity to maintain your business momentum straight into fall. If you"re guilty of the all-too-common contractor mistake of coasting through August only to panic in September, this episode delivers the wake-up call and actionable strategy you need. Crystal dives deep into the four essential steps that keep your marketing machine humming regardless of season. First, she challenges you to honestly assess your current capacity and summer campaign performance. Are you mindlessly pushing for more leads when you can"t handle them, or wasting resources on low-barrier offers instead of focusing on high-value customers? The candid evaluation continues with practical advice on pivoting your messaging for the late-summer window, targeting decision-making moms before back-to-school chaos consumes their attention. Beyond the immediate tactics, this episode shines in revealing how forward-thinking contractors can plant seeds now for Q4 success. From crafting fall-focused campaigns like insulation upgrades and pre-holiday plumbing checks to building strategic rehash lists of unconverted opportunities, Crystal provides a masterclass in seasonal transition planning. The practical advice culminates with database cultivation strategies that leverage your summer momentum—thank-you emails, review requests, and community visibility campaigns that keep your brand top-of-mind. The episode"s most powerful insight might be its closing metaphor: marketing as a flywheel that requires consistent momentum rather than stop-start seasonal efforts. By applying these principles, you"ll transform what might have been a dramatic fall slump into your strongest Q4 yet. Whether you"re battling refrigerant issues, equipment shortages, or staffing challenges, these strategies will help you finish summer strong and enter autumn with unstoppable momentum. If you enjoyed this chat From the Yellow Chair, consider joining our newsletter, "Let"s Sip Some Lemonade," where you can receive exclusive interviews, our bank of helpful downloadables, and updates on upcoming content. Please consider following and drop a review below if you enjoyed this episode. Be sure to check out our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. From the Yellow Chair is powered by Lemon Seed, a marketing strategy and branding company for the trades. Lemon Seed specializes in rebrands, creating unique, comprehensive, organized marketing plans, social media, and graphic design. Learn more at www.LemonSeedMarketing.com Interested in being a guest on our show? Fill out this form! We"ll see you next time, Lemon Heads!