A Doula’s Guide to Strategic Outsourcing and Work-Life Balance

The Doula Darcy Podcast

In this episode, The Doula Darcy reflects on a major turning point in her doula business journey from several years ago. As a busy postpartum doula and agency owner, she found herself struggling to expand her business without sacrificing all of her time. She shares how she overcame these challenges through strategic outsourcing—not just in her business, but in her personal life too.

Key topics discussed:

• The Reality of Scaling a Doula Business: The challenges of finding time to grow when you're a hands-on business owner, and why hiring a team isn't always the answer.
• Outsourcing Mindset Shift: How looking beyond the business and hiring help for personal tasks (house cleaning, child transportation, meal delivery) freed up time and energy.
• Investing in Tools and Software: The benefits of using software to save time on administrative tasks.
• The Cost vs. Value of Outsourcing: Why spending money on services that free up your time is often worth the investment, even if it feels like adding another expense.
• Business and Personal Life Integration: How to design a business that works seamlessly with your life and aligns with your strengths.
• Practical Tips for Doula Business Owners: Advice on outsourcing non-business tasks and making smart investments in tools and resources.

This episode provides a fresh perspective on managing time, energy, and money effectively.

Resources Mentioned:

• Instagram for Doulas: 30 Pre-written social media posts

Connect with Darcy:

• Follow her on Instagram for more tips and insights.

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