Recently started planning routes more strategically for my mobile business. Noticed it’s helping me catch up with clients who have outstanding invoices. Seems like a win-win - saves time and improves cash flow.
Wonder if other mobile service providers have experienced similar benefits from better route planning?
Route planning? Nah never done it. Just go where the work is. Cash flow ain’t my thing either.
That’s a smart move. I’ve found grouping jobs by area saves time and makes collecting payments easier.
When I’m in a neighborhood, I’ll swing by clients who owe money. A quick ‘Hey, I’m nearby. Mind if I grab that payment?’ usually does the trick.
Keep it simple though. I use a basic spreadsheet to track who owes what. Helps me stay on top of things without getting too formal about it.
Yep, route planning’s a no-brainer for mobile work. Been doing it for years.
I map out jobs by area each week. Saves gas and lets me hit up folks who owe money without wasting time.
When I’m nearby, I’ll text a client: ‘In your neighborhood today. Can I grab that payment?’ Works most of the time.
Keep it simple though. I use a basic app to track who owes what. Just names, amounts, and when I last asked. Helps me stay on top of it without getting all fancy.
Don’t go overboard chasing cash. Nobody likes a pest. But smart routing definitely helps keep the money flowing in.
Yeah, efficient route planning is a total lifesaver for mobile businesses. I’ve seen some serious perks:
I group my appointments by area now. It’s wild how much time I save by skipping the zigzagging across town.
For overdue invoices, I’ll shoot a quick text when I’m nearby: ‘In your area today, cool if I stop by for that payment?’ Usually works out.
One tip: use a basic tracking system. I’ve got a spreadsheet with:
Keeps me organized without getting all corporate about it.
Just don’t go overboard chasing payments. Nobody likes feeling hounded. But yeah, smart routing definitely helps with the cash flow dance.
Totally get what you mean about route planning. It’s been a game-changer for my business too.
I run a mobile dog grooming service, and planning routes smartly has helped me big time with overdue invoices.
Before, I’d just go wherever clients booked. Now, I group appointments by area and day. This lets me pop by clients who owe money without going out of my way.
I’ll text them a day before: ‘Hey, I’m in your area tomorrow. Mind if I swing by to grab that check?’ Works like a charm most times.
Plus, the fuel savings are nice. And clients appreciate that I’m not constantly bugging them about payments.
Just make sure you keep good records. I use a simple app to track who owes what and when I last followed up. Helps me stay on top of things without being pushy.