Working From The Future (And Other Time Zone Advantages)
I have a friend in the UK who calls me her “friend from the future.”
Because of the time difference, I get to do Monday before she does. When her tech breaks on Sunday night (as it always seems to), I’m already awake and working.
That’s the advantage of async collaboration across time zones.
No endless calls. No scheduling nightmares.
Just focused work and clear communication.
Here’s How It Works
Apply & Blueprint
You fill out the application. I send back a Custom Systems Blueprint showing how everything connects.
Proposal & Discovery
We clarify scope, timeline, and investment. Then I gather details about your workflow asynchronously.
Build & Review
I build in focused blocks with regular updates. You review and provide feedback when it suits you.
Refinement
You test thoroughly. We refine until it works exactly how you need it to.
Training & Launch
Custom training materials for you and your team. Then we launch with complete documentation.
Ongoing Support
Optional maintenance plans. Sign up at launch for 2 months free.
The Complete Process
You Apply
Fill out the project application with details about your practice, current systems, and what you need.
I review it and send back a Custom Systems Blueprint—a visual map showing how everything would connect, what gets automated, and where the revenue opportunities are.
If it’s a fit, we move forward. If not, I’ll tell you why and point you in the right direction.
Scope & Proposal
We clarify exactly what’s included, what’s not, timeline, and investment.
You get a detailed proposal in writing. No surprises later.
Once approved: 50% upfront to start, 50% on completion.
Discovery
I ask detailed questions about your workflow, client journey, pain points, and goals.
You send answers via email, voice notes, or video—whatever’s easiest.
This phase usually takes a few days of async back-and-forth. No pressure to respond immediately. We both work when we’re at our best.
Build
This is where I disappear into focused work blocks.
I send regular updates showing progress—screenshots, staging links, “here’s what I built this week” videos.
You review and send feedback when you have time. I make adjustments.
Most projects take 3-8 weeks depending on complexity.
Review & Refinement
Once the main build is done, you test everything thoroughly.
We do rounds of feedback and refinement until it works exactly how you need it to.
This isn’t a “here’s your site, good luck” handoff. I don’t walk away until you’re confident it works.
Training & Launch
I create custom training materials showing you (and your team) how everything works.
Usually video walkthroughs with written documentation as backup.
Then we launch. Final 50% payment due.
Ongoing Support (Optional)
Your systems need maintenance—updates, security, occasional fixes.
If you sign up for a maintenance plan at launch, you get 2 months free.
Otherwise, you can add support anytime.
Why Async Works Better
No Calendar Tetris
You don’t have to find time for calls during your client hours. I don’t have to work outside my 15-hour weekly window.
Better Thinking
You can review things properly instead of making decisions on the spot. I can solve problems in focused blocks instead of being interrupted.
Documentation By Default
Everything’s in writing (or recorded). No “wait, what did we decide?” moments.
Time Zones Become an Advantage
You send feedback at night. I work on it during your sleep. You wake up to progress.
How We Work Together
I can’t read your mind (though I build systems that feel like I can)
What I Need From You
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Clear on your workflow How do clients actually move through your business? What happens manually that shouldn’t?
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Responsive to feedback requests When I need approval or clarification, I need it within a few days. Projects stall when responses take weeks.
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Honest about what’s not working If something feels off during the build, say so. It’s easier to fix now than after launch.
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Willing to test thoroughly You know your business better than I do. Catch the edge cases before your clients do.
What You Can Expect From Me
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Focused work in dedicated blocks I work 15 hours/week (Melbourne time). When I’m working on your project, it gets my full attention.
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Clear communication Updates every few days showing progress. Honest about timeline and any roadblocks.
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No jargon unless necessary I explain technical decisions in plain language.
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Problem-solving, not just execution If I see a better way to handle something, I’ll tell you. If your idea won’t work, I’ll explain why and suggest alternatives.
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Ownership of everything You get complete admin access, all files, clear documentation. This is yours.
Ready to Start?
I only take 3-4 projects per month.
Spots for 2026 are filling.
Or email questions first:
janelle@thrivewellnesssystems.com
I respond within 24-48 hours during business hours (Monday-Friday, 10am-1pm AEST)