If you were a lucky duck like me and had the opportunity to attend the TCS conference in Bali, you would have witnessed Sarah and Anna’s fantastic session on goal-setting. In it, they emphasised the importance of visualising what you want to achieve in the future, then breaking down those lofty goals into smaller, manageable steps. From monthly objectives to weekly targets, all the way down to what can be achieved today.

Even if you weren’t on the island to soak up sun and knowledge, goal setting is a concept that we can all recognise the importance of when running a sustainable celebrancy business.

But let’s be honest—sometimes, even getting started on a daily task can feel daunting. We all have those days when even the simplest to-do list seem overwhelming. On those days, it’s crucial to have quick wins that can get you moving in the right direction, switch on your brain and get that dopamine flowing.

So to set you on your way to being a high-fiving, goal-achieving legend, here are five tasks you can complete in less than five minutes to give yourself a quick victory and boost your motivation:

1. Learn Something New for Your Celebrant Business

Taking just a few minutes to read a blog post can give you a quick knowledge boost. Whether it’s learning about the latest trends in wedding ceremonies or picking up a new tips for managing your business, these articles can teach you something new, give you a fresh perspective on an old topic, or make you feel less alone in the challenges you face. There are SO MANY wonderful blog posts on The Wedding Society website to choose from. Here are just a few you may like:

• Challenges of Being a Celebrant… and How to Counteract These
• How to Write Love Stories Like a Rom-Com Author
• Inclusive Language (more on this later…)

2. Promote Your Celebrant Business Values

“Show, don’t tell” is a technique in storytelling where character and plot is conveyed through action rather than exposition. It’s also a pretty good philosophy when it comes to demonstrating to potential couples and other vendors what is important to you in your business. Have a think about what values you hold that want people to know about, and how best you can not just tell, but show them.

For example, if you believe in the importance of an Acknowledgement of Country, add one in the footer of your website and your website signature (you can find some examples at reconciliation.org.au) or update the location on your Instagram posts to include Country. If you think asking (not assuming) people’s pronouns is beneficial, offer up your own first by including them in your social media bios. These small actions take just moments but speak volumes about your commitment to your business values.