August 26, 2024
Features
We’re excited to announce the latest addition to our scheduling feature: Mini Sessions! Whether you're a seasoned photographer looking to maximize your time or someone who wants to streamline booking for shorter sessions, Mini Sessions has got you covered. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the amazing features that make this add-on a must-have and show you how to get started.
Mini Sessions offer photographers a simple yet powerful way to manage shorter shoots while keeping everything organized and efficient. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Flexible Scheduling: You can now set up a mini session event with various dates, time slots, and even different locations! This flexibility means you can cater to more clients while managing everything from one place. Your clients can choose a time and location that works best for them, making the booking process smoother than ever.
Complete Booking Flow: With Mini Sessions, you have the ability to build a comprehensive booking flow. Add questionnaires to gather all the essential details, send contracts to secure commitments, and include quotes to manage pricing. This way, you ensure that you’re prepared for each session before the camera starts clicking.
Client Rescheduling & Cancellation: Give your clients control over their bookings with the option to reschedule or cancel their mini session events directly through the platform. Additionally, if the weather doesn’t cooperate, you have the ability to reschedule entire days at once and notify all your booked clients through one email. This saves you time and helps ensure everyone stays on the same page, stress-free!
Smart Slot Management: Need to save a time slot for a special client? Or maybe you want to create the appearance of a fully booked calendar? You can manually hold time slots to reserve them for certain clients or simply manage your availability more effectively.
Send Invitations to Book: Don’t just wait for clients to find you—reach out to them! Send invitations directly to current clients or prospective leads, inviting them to book a mini session slot with you. It’s a proactive way to fill your calendar and keep business rolling in.
Ready to dive into Mini Sessions? Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you up and running in no time:
1. Ensure Scheduling Beta is Enabled: First, make sure that the scheduling beta is turned on in your account. If it’s not enabled yet, head to your account settings to toggle it on.
2. Navigate to the Scheduling Tab: Once the beta is enabled, go to the Scheduling tab in the left side bar. You’ll see a list of your current bookable events.
3. Create a New Mini Session Event: Click on the New Bookable Event button and select Mini Session as your event type. From there, you can customize the event details by choosing the dates, time slots, and locations, and setting up your booking flow with questionnaires, contracts, and more.
4. Share with Clients: After everything is set up, simply share your mini session event with your clients. They’ll be able to view your available slots and book their session quickly and easily.
Mini Sessions are designed to help you get the most out of your time and simplify the booking process for both you and your clients. From flexible scheduling to customizable booking flows, this new feature add-on is packed with tools to help you manage your mini shoots more efficiently.
Ready to streamline your sessions and maximize your time? Head over to your scheduling tab and start setting up Mini Sessions today!
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