What Are Workflows in WillowSpace and How to Use Them?

Learn all about Workflows in WillowSpace and how to make the most of the automations.
Written by Team WillowSpace
Updated 3 days ago

Workflows in WillowSpace help you automate routine tasks in your client journey — so you can spend less time managing logistics and more time doing meaningful work. Whether it's sending a follow-up after a proposal is accepted or kicking off an onboarding process once a form is submitted, Workflows streamline your operations in a few clicks.

Use Workflows to:

  • Automate next steps based on key events

  • Reduce manual follow-ups

  • Standardize your client experience

Triggers can include:

  • Proposal accepted or declined

  • Invoice paid (partially or fully)

  • Form submitted

  • Lead converted to client

  • Status updates on clients or projects


How to Set Up a Workflow (Step-by-Step Guide)

  1. Go to Workflows: Log in to your WillowSpace account and head to Workflows in the left menu.

  2. Click New Workflow and give it a clear name.

  3. Set Your Trigger: Choose from events like “Proposal has been accepted” or “Form has been submitted.”

  4. Choose Your Action(s): Depending on the trigger, choose what happens next.

  5. Click Save. Your workflow is now live!


Workflow Trigger Glossary

Proposal has been accepted – Great for triggering your onboarding flow.

Proposal has been declined – Follow up to ask why or offer next steps.

Invoice paid in full – Send a thank-you message or final files.

Invoice paid partially – Notify your team or send a reminder for remaining balance.

Form submitted – Kick off the next phase of the project.

Lead converted to client – Welcome them with a personalized email.

Client status changed – Update project board or internal notes.

Project status changed – Trigger a client-facing update or meeting reminder.


Creative Workflow Examples

Onboarding Flow: Trigger: Proposal accepted Actions:

  • Send a deposit invoice

  • Change client status to "Active"

  • Send form to gather project details

Offboarding Flow: Trigger: Invoice paid in full Actions:

  • Send a link to feedback form

  • Change project status to "Complete"

Lead Nurturing Flow: Trigger: Proposal declined Actions:

  • Send follow-up email in 3 days

  • Add internal note for future follow-up

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