It's been ONE WHOLE YEAR of the Business-First Creatives podcast. This anniversary episode is not all fluff, I still give you an actionable takeaway! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discusses how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along wi...
May 30, 2023•9 min•Ep. 63
Not every business looks the same, because we all have different personalities, roles, services, and overall goals—that's why it's important to build a business that's right for you. In today's episode, Miranda Eorio joins us to share what the early days of her business looked like, how she's grown and pivoted over time, and why personalization is so important in your client experience! Review the show notes and transcript at coliejames.com/episode-062/ Want to avoid a blank screen while setting...
May 25, 2023•41 min•Ep. 62
Automations can play a vital role is eliminating the overwhelm inside your business and frankly your personal life. I don't know what I would do without automatic bill payments and the little *ding* on my calendar to remind me when to pick up my kid from school. For this episode, let's focus on what automatic communications and workflows can do for you inside your business. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she d...
May 22, 2023•10 min•Ep. 61
Have you looked into how the Enneagram has effected your business? From the way you run your business to the people you work with, Enneagram types play a role in how your professional relationships are built. In today's episode, Katelyn Dekle and I have a casual conversation exploring Enneagram types in business owners! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and ...
May 18, 2023•43 min•Ep. 60
As a society we have absolutely no attention span at the moment. So instead of crafting the perfect 30-second elevator pitch, I want you to drill it down to a single sentence. What do you do? The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing...
May 16, 2023•6 min•Ep. 59
Is strategy something you're thinking about when it comes to the speaking events you're pitching or securing? Jordan Gill joins us to share how you can leverage your speaking engagements based on your business needs—and they don't always have to be the same. Listen in as she explains the value of building connections, having a referral network, and tracking important data! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she di...
May 11, 2023•47 min•Ep. 58
When a business offers you multiple ways to work with them, how do you choose the best option for you? In this solo episode, Colie discusses whether or not finances should be the basis for that purchasing decision. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and...
May 09, 2023•9 min•Ep. 57
The community you're surrounding yourself with is one of the most valuable assets you can build as a business owner. In today's episode, Natasha Sewell shares how investing in education and community is ultimately what allowed her to build a business that serves her while simultaneously moving her business to a new location! Listen in as she shares how she prepped her business for the move and why community played such an important role in that shift! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brou...
May 04, 2023•26 min•Ep. 56
In this solo episode, Colie discusses what niching down does for your business, particularly marketing and messaging. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along with a little bit of sarcasm. Are yo...
May 01, 2023•7 min•Ep. 55
Your email list isn't just a way to sell your products or services, you can actually use it to educate and connect with your audience! In today's episode, Shannon Vondy joins us to share how you can get started with email marketing and build a powerful marketing platform for your business. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advic...
Apr 27, 2023•36 min•Ep. 54
In this solo episode, Colie discusses the slow seasons of business and how to approach increasing your bookings from your current client roster. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along with a li...
Apr 24, 2023•11 min•Ep. 53
Running our numbers likely isn't your favorite part of the job, but understanding the financial health of your business can sometimes be what helps your business succeed. In this conversation, Val Duvick joins us to share about managing your numbers, spending healthy money in your business, and financially preparing for the future. Plus, she even dives into how you can determine the best approach to raising your prices based on the numbers in your business! Before you dive into this episode, mak...
Apr 20, 2023•40 min•Ep. 52
When does it typically come together for a creative entrepreneur? The dream scenario is when you begin to get a continuous cycle of referrals, returning clients, and you organic marketing producing the number of leads you need to sustain the business, but when does this typically happen? The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice ...
Apr 17, 2023•7 min•Ep. 51
Are you showing up on Instagram and taking your audience along on a journey? In today's episode, Angie McPherson joins us to discuss the power of personal branding in your instagram marketing strategy! Listen in as she walks us through how she approaches content, how she converts clients from Instagram, and how you can reframe your mindset around Instagram by sharing your personality. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each we...
Apr 13, 2023•39 min•Ep. 50
Pricing is a complex and very personal part of running a business. The key to running a successful photography isn't usually about the actual prices you are charging, as long as they are profitable and sustainable, but whether or not you have the confidence to sell that offer at that price. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advi...
Apr 10, 2023•8 min•Ep. 49
Outsourcing isn't out of your reach, like so many entrepreneurs may think. You know I'm a huge proponent of outsourcing, which is why I'm sharing this episode I did with my business bestie, Sabrina Gebhardt on her podcast, Shoot It Straight ! Listen in as we explore your options for outsourcing, when and why you need it, and expectations on costs! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a busin...
Apr 06, 2023•37 min•Ep. 48
Organization is key to running a sustainable business, but how do we get there? Today's solo episode is focused on creating productive habits in your business to save time and energy! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industr...
Apr 03, 2023•7 min•Ep. 47
Everything in your business has a process and system, but are you managing your projects well? The cost of disorganization isn't pretty. In this episode, Ashley Shuler joins us to share how project management can improve your business and increase your profitability! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepren...
Mar 30, 2023•46 min•Ep. 46
In this solo episode, Colie discusses the biggest sales objection she hears in her own business and how she deals with the same objection for herself when she is looking to purchase a service/course from someone else. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie ...
Mar 28, 2023•9 min
In this solo episode, Colie discusses how getting uncomfortable in your business decisions can push you forward for growth. Need an example? These solo episodes are her current experiment. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing in...
Mar 24, 2023•9 min
Is the content creation process overwhelming to you? Do you get through creating one piece of content and feel drained? Content strategist and Disney lover, Amanda Warfield joins us in this episode to share the proper way to create your content through batching! Listen in as we explore the how to find inspiration, create content your audience will resonate with, and set up your own plan for batching—plus we're even diving into our love for Disney! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought ...
Mar 23, 2023•29 min•Ep. 45
In this solo episode, Colie discusses three buying decisions she made and what to consider for your next purchasing decision for your business. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along with a lit...
Mar 22, 2023•12 min
In this solo episode, Colie discusses how to calculate your profit margin, find your industry standard, and what to do with that information for 2023. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along wit...
Mar 21, 2023•7 min
In this solo episode, Colie discusses why she is expanding her systems offers to include Honeybook. Her Honeybook Done-for-Your setups are now available with a Honeybook for Photographers course coming soon. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her gu...
Mar 20, 2023•7 min
In this solo episode, Colie discusses tips for writing all the emails for your business: newsletters, marketing emails, and client experience emails. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along with...
Mar 19, 2023•15 min
The people who sign up for your email newsletter are actual humans, so what are you doing to connect with them and build trust? In this episode, Liz Wilcox, the Fresh Princess of Email Marketing, joins us to share how you can use your emails to make friends, connect with potential customers, and personalize email templates with your own interests! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a busin...
Mar 16, 2023•40 min•Ep. 44
Showing up for your audience and marketing your business can feel overwhelming—that's why it's important to find something that works for you. In today's episode, my producer, Haylee Gaffin joins us to share how you can use a podcast as a marketing tool in your business, how to determine if it's the right fit for you, and her advice for people just getting started. The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss ho...
Mar 09, 2023•44 min•Ep. 43
Your clients can tell you a lot about your business, ultimately driving the messaging you need to better sell your products and services. In today's episode, Melissa Harstine joins us to share how you can gather and use customer insights to improve your messaging. Listen in as she walks us through the data collection process and shares examples of improving messaging and marketing! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week ...
Mar 02, 2023•38 min•Ep. 42
Are you tracking data in your business? To optimize your business growth and success, understanding the relationship between your data and marketing is key. In today's episode, Carolina Guzik joins us to share why data is important and what she's tracking in her business! The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discuss how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entr...
Feb 23, 2023•45 min•Ep. 41
Have you recently taken the time to audit your business or offers? In today's episode, Jill Smith joins us after she audited her own offer based on my recent audit series back in episode 26-28! Listen in as I walk through Jill's audit with her, explore what she found through her audit, and determine next steps for her business! Review the full show notes and resources at coliejames.com/episode-040/ Want to avoid a blank screen while setting up your Dubsado templates? Steal mine 😉 The Template S...
Feb 19, 2023•45 min•Ep. 40
