Ep. 63 — Introducing the Summer Survival Guide Series
In this episode, Amy officially introduces the fifth annual “Love my Museum Summer Series.” She shares the origin story of the series and explains what's in store for each week in July and August. If this summer has you feeling like there's no way you can step away, the Summer Survival Guide is here to help!
Key Takeaways:
Museum professionals deserve a vacation. Summer is the busiest season for most museums, but that's exactly why systems need to be in place. This series gives you permission to step away and the tools to actually do it.
If nothing runs without you, that's the real problem. Many museum professionals skip vacations not because they don't want one, but because nothing is set up to function in their absence. Building communication systems that don't depend on one person is the foundation of a sustainable museum operation.
The goal isn't just surviving summer, it's building something that lasts. Museums that thrive long term are built on operations that don't hinge on any one person being present. The Summer Survival Guide is a practical starting point for getting there.
