# Automate Your Workflows

By leveraging automation tools like Flows, Touch Reminders, and Triggers, you can stay ahead of your workflow while maintaining a personal touch. Dive into each option to discover how automation can make your day-to-day more efficient and impactful.

## Flows - Streamline Your Client Outreach

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Flows are automated sequences of emails, reminders, and tasks designed to nurture relationships with your clients and prospects effortlessly.

### Why Use Flows?

* Ensure consistent communication without manual effort.
* Keep your leads engaged with timely and relevant messages.
* Save time while staying top-of-mind with your clients.

### How to Set Up Flows:

1. Navigate to the *Flows* section in your People Center.
2. Choose a pre-made Flow or create a custom one tailored to your needs.
3. Add contacts to the Flow or schedule it to start at a specific time.

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## Automated Touch Reminders

Touch reminders are automated notifications that prompt you to reach out to specific contacts based on their Tag on a set cadence, like "Buyer," "Seller," or "Past Client."

### Why Set Up Touch Reminders?

* Build stronger relationships with consistent follow-ups.
* Keep track of important dates like anniversaries or check-ins.
* Ensure no contact falls through the cracks.

### How to Set Up Touch Reminders

1. Go to *My Settings* > *Manage Tags*.
2. Assign a reminder cadence to each Tag (e.g., weekly, monthly).
3. Watch as reminders pop up on your Today Page, in your Rechat Daily email, and more, keeping you on track.

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## Triggers - Celebrate Milestones Automatically

Triggers are automated celebration emails for birthdays, home anniversaries, or other celebrations, that keep you connected with your clients.

### Why Use Them?

* Show your clients you care with thoughtful, timely gestures.
* Build loyalty by celebrating milestones.
* Set it and forget it—Rechat handles the rest.

### How to Set Up Triggers:

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2. Set up automations for dates like birthdays or anniversaries.
3. Any contact that has a date matching the Trigger will automatically receive an email celebration card from you every year.

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