Title: Keeping Subs On Track Without Losing Your Mind
Honestly, I get the appeal of a weekly in-person walk-through, but I’ve found it can eat up a lot of time (and gas money) if you’re running multiple jobs or dealing with subs who are always “on their way.” I’m all about saving a buck where I can, so here’s what’s worked for me:
1. Print out a simple checklist for each sub at the start of the week—nothing fancy, just bullet points with deadlines.
2. Snap a pic of it and text or email it to them. That way, even the folks who hate apps have a copy on their phone.
3. Ask for a quick text update midweek. Doesn’t have to be formal, just “done” or “not done.”
4. Only do in-person check-ins if something’s off track or there’s a big decision to make.
It’s not perfect, but it cuts down on wasted trips and keeps everyone (mostly) accountable. I used to think more meetings would help, but honestly, less is more—especially when you’re watching the budget.
