On this episode of Dangerous Creatives, Kristin sits down with Nikisha Hidalgo of Nikisha King Designs and The Focus Formula to chat about fear, failure, what holds us back, and the things that go along with growth as a creative business owner. Nikisha shares what fear means to her and some learning experiences she's had in her 13 years of entrepreneurship. Kristin and Nikisha share personal experiences around fear including fear surrounding money and investing in yourself and business, and how ...
Nov 21, 2022•58 min•Ep. 96
On this episode, Kristin sits down with therapist Rose Crouch to discuss recovering from religious trauma as a creative, and why it's an important conversation. Religious experiences affect all of the different parts of our lives, including creativity, and they share a bit of their own experiences of growing up in a religious community and their process of deconstructing those ingrained beliefs. In this interview, Rose shares a bit about the benefit of addressing some of these ingrained beliefs ...
Nov 14, 2022•50 min•Ep. 95
This episode is Part 2 to the Things to focus on Under 100k episode and Kristin shares her top 5 things to focus on once you've jumped over that 100k hurdle, including some questions to ask yourself as you decide what's next. She also shares about her own experience with outsourcing and growing a team and what that can look like in your business as you increase your revenue, niche down, and elevate your position in the market. We are excited to announce that the doors to the 2023 Mastermind are ...
Nov 07, 2022•30 min
On this episode of Dangerous Creatives we are joined by Sara Dunn, a Wedding SEO Specialist for wedding planners, photographers, venues, and other wedding professionals who want their websites to rank higher on Google. With a knack for making SEO easy to understand, she’s created a unique SEO Framework that simplifies what it takes to get your business in front of your dream clients. Sara has been featured by WIPA, Special Events, WeddingPro, WeddingMBA and NACE. Kristin and Sara chat through SE...
Oct 31, 2022•53 min
We've heard we need multiple streams of revenue but when we try, we get overwhelmed, or we try to do what other people are doing and it doesn't work out. How can we build other revenue streams that support US and our businesses while also doing more good in the world? We dive into it in this workshop-pod with Kristin. This episode of chock full of applicable info and tips on how we help our clients do this in their own businesses and what to look out for. FREE RESOURCES: Vision, Sales Tips, Turn...
Oct 10, 2022•45 min
On this episode, Kristin is joined by Jenna Henderson and they discuss how to create boundaries in both your business and personal life to help avoid burnout this busy season. Jenna shares how to draw the line between serving and people pleasing, and gives practical tips. on how to respond to clients to maintain your boundaries as well as how to start shifting the mental load in business and life. Jenna Henderson is a multi-titled woman: business coach + photographer + wife + mom. She is confide...
Oct 03, 2022•51 min•Ep. 91
On this episode, Kristin chats with Mastermind alumni Ingvild Kolnes who shares about the shift in her business from weddings to elopements, the launch of her podcast Sustainable Photography , and where she's at now in both life and business. Ingvild shares her perspective on the power of community while creating lasting, sustainable business that aligns with her values and honors her energy and personality. Since the mastermind, Ingvild has found more freedom in her career, including significan...
Sep 28, 2022•22 min
On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin is joined by Jen Madigan and they talk about all of the secret side hustles they've had over the years. Kristin shares her story of the Boobie Bungalow side hustle in her small town, and Jen discusses how her side hustle took over as her main thing about 1 year in. They also chat about moving your creative business to a new city, what they have both done in preparation for a move - what worked, what didn't, and what you can implement ev...
Sep 26, 2022•36 min
This podcast might be a great one to pass on to a friend or family member who has been wanting to take the plunge into running their own creative business, but isn't sure where to start or is intimidated. This was originally a lecture for a couple local University classes and so it comes with a slide presentation! If you want access to the slides/video, you can get it for free right here or pass along to anyone you think will benefit from it! Some of the activities we do will be a lot easier if ...
Sep 21, 2022•40 min
Join Kristin on this episode as she chats with wedding planner and designer Jessica Sloane about what it's like to work with a planner, what she wishes photographers knew, and how best to work in partnership on an event. She goes into detail about the benefits of shooting details the day before, the difference between a planner and designer, pet peeves in the industry, and her unique approach to working with clients. Learn how Jessica is known for creating peaceful spaces for her event clients, ...
Sep 19, 2022•53 min•Season 4Ep. 36
This episode is targeted in on specific advice that helps if your revenue hasn't hit 100k (YET!) There is so much great advice out there right not but a lot of it is not helpful if taken out of context or might be better for a business at a different revenue level or different goals. Photo businesses who are still building to 100k, this episode is for you. Things to focus on. Things to look past. Things to make sure to do that will help long term not just short term. Hope it's helpful and can't ...
Sep 12, 2022•33 min
On this episode, Kristin chats with Danger School student Rose Crouch who signed up for this course prior to launching her private practice! During Danger School she was able to build a solid foundation for her business, launch, and be almost fully booked and ready to leave her full time job. Since going through Danger School, Rose has updated us and shared she was able to hit 6 figures within a year of starting her practice and is now consistently having $10k months, as well as being able to bu...
Sep 05, 2022•11 min•Season 4Ep. 34
On this episode of Dangerous Creatives, Kristin chats with elopement photographer, podcast host, and educator Ingvild Kolnes, who shared so much about her journey from shooting traditional Norwegian weddings to building an elopement business with primarily couples traveling to Norway from the US. Ingvild shares her journey as an entrepreneur and photographer and what she's learned along the way about marketing, pricing, and creating content to reach your ideal client. Kristin and Ingvild discuss...
Aug 29, 2022•57 min•Ep. 84
Hi! We're recapping the challenge, where to go from here, how important quick wins and longer term foundations and growth are, and some big take aways I wish I knew when I started growing my business 10-12+ years ago that would have saved me a lot of stress. Loved hearing from you this week and so excited for our fall season of this podcast and all the guests and workshops to come so subscribe, send to a friend, and let us know what you're dying to learn about. We also just opened the doors to D...
Aug 24, 2022•17 min
It's the last day my friends *tear* This challenge will make more sense with the worksheet so grab it here (you'll also get access to all the previous emails and worksheets) We'll be debriefing this challenge in the weeks to come, but I've been so happy to get so many messages from you about how this is ALREADY helping your business and we haven't even done the main part yet!! Today is the day, so excited to see it all come together. Listen to this episode for some very important things to take ...
Aug 19, 2022•23 min
HUGE response so far. So fun hearing how the challenge is going for you and how you're seeing things start to shift! Our challenge for today is building on the other ones, so start at Day 1 if you're just tuning in. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Here's how you get the worksheets Connect here! Danger School Starts Sep 29! or grab the online course any time...
Aug 18, 2022•21 min
Hello! It's day 3! If you want the worksheet for today, it'll be emailed out at 8 am cst every day here . We'll be linking to past emails as well so jump in if you're late and you should be able to catch up or do this on your own time. We go in to the psychology and business strategy behind this challenge, why it's one of the most important things you can do for your business, and how this one challenge action can make your life 5-25x easier, save 5-25x more money, and give you back 5-25x more t...
Aug 17, 2022•21 min
Hello! Glad you're back! If you didn't hop on the email list yet, here's where you'll get sent all the worksheets each day . DM me on IG if you're joining in and can't wait to connect with you! @kristinsweeting www.dangerschool.com/danger-school Danger School Group Coaching Starts Sept 29! Chat about it ....
Aug 16, 2022•30 min
Day 1 - 5 Days to More Photo Clients - CHALLENGE - Join Us! This is not meant to just be listened to- this is an active week, and each day we'll have a new activity for you to do along with us. Challenge and assignment will be shared on this podcast, and worksheets and bonus info will be sent through email each day REGISTER HERE . This week is special for Dangerous Creatives- we're hosting a super fun challenge to help build some energy around your photography and creative business as we head in...
Aug 15, 2022•21 min
In this episode, Kristin answers questions submitted by our audience and also discusses some of YOUR answers from some of the questions we posed to YOU. Questions like: How do I get started? Should I niche? How do I get more clients? What amount of money in your bank account would make you feel safe? And if you were a mythological god or goddess, what curses would you place on those who wronged you? We have a lot of fun digging in to these and more. We introduce next weeks' challenge: 5 Days to ...
Aug 12, 2022•38 min
Everyone has been asking the question, "how do I get more clients?" and it can be such a frustrating place to be when we want to be creating beautiful work we're proud of and inquiries are like crickets. In this solo episode we're focusing on how to get more clients in the door and ways to do this while staying aligned and not burning out on every new marketing trend. Kristin goes in to the 5 different parts of marketing that are so important for creating a sustainable business. She discusses th...
Jul 25, 2022•36 min•Season 4Ep. 26
Have you always dreamed of your photography or creative work taking you around the world (and paying your way)? On this episode, Kristin goes behind the scenes on how she was able to get travel photography work in over 20 countries. She teaches tricks like pitching, credit card hacking, social media strategies, and other things she found to be successful in landing dream jobs around the world as a commercial photographer and wedding photographer. Anything you want to also try? Shout out on IG or...
Jul 11, 2022•19 min•Season 4Ep. 25
On this episode, Kristin chats with Krista Marie, a business coach, podcast host, and photographer about manifesting, pitching, and being purposeful in creating opportunities within your creative business. They also cover topics such as balancing personal priorities and avoiding burnout, rebuilding in a new market, and creating a client experience that benefits both your client and your own well being. Krista Marie is a photographer, business coach, and host of the She Calls Her Shots Podcast. S...
Jul 04, 2022•51 min•Season 4Ep. 23
Andrew Harshey joins Jen on this workshop episode to share his 5 sales tips and strategies. Listen to this episode to get more comfortable with sales in your creative business, and get your FREE Sales Tips & Strategies PDF HERE . Follow us on Instagram: @dangerouscreatives @kristinsweeting https://dangerschool.com Looking for more freedom in your creative business? Check out Danger School , our online, self paced program and watch your creative business grow & thrive!...
Jun 27, 2022•26 min•Season 4Ep. 22
On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin and Jen share their experiences with travel as a creative business owner - how it's changed their business, and what traveling has done for them on a personal level as well. Kristin shares how travel has influenced the way she structures her own business, as well as shaped the way she coaches others to find more freedom in their lives and businesses. Jen discusses how travel has changed her personally, and what it's like to go on Study ...
Jun 20, 2022•49 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Certified life coach Natalie Miller joins Kristin on this episode to discuss strengthening your intuition, and connecting more deeply with yourself. Natalie shares some tips on how to connect intuition with consciousness, and how to turn away from the path of validation and begin to lean into trusting yourself. Kristin and Natalie also chat about what it's like to go down your own path, navigate through transitions, and how upleveling is more like a deepening. Listen to this episode to learn. mo...
Jun 13, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 20
On this episode Kristin is joined by Jillian Todd, a financial coach and CFO for creatives, to chat all about money! They cover topics from how to give yourself a summer vacation when you are self employed, to saving for retirement, as well as some practical tips of what you can do today to start saving for your future. This episode also dives a little deeper as Kristin and Jillian share some of their "why's" behind their money goals, how to determine what's next when setting financial goals (al...
Jun 06, 2022•57 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Today Kristin chats with Sarah McGlory who has built her platform and following on Tiktok - things you can do, how her business has been built thru the platform, and some of the mindset things that might be keeping us from trying something new. Sarah shares her journey on gaining almost 1 million followers on Tiktok, as well as some tips for using the app! Looking for more freedom in your creative business? Check out Danger School , our online, self paced program and watch your creative business...
May 30, 2022•43 min•Season 4Ep. 18
In this episode of Dangerous Creatives, Katie shares with Kristin how she got started on her manifestation journey and eventual career. She shares her four step process to manifesting with grace and ease, and gives helpful tips on what questions to ask yourself if your manifestations aren't showing up in your life as you'd hoped. Kristin and Katie discuss what a regulated nervous system vs. a disregulated nervous system and how that can affect your overall wellbeing (and how they each work to be...
May 23, 2022•56 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Kristin is joined by copywriter Rachel Greiman from Green Chair Stories who gives a mini workshop on her top tips on creating content for Instagram, including super easy to apply hacks for creating instagram posts that help to build trust and share the experience you provide. Rachel also shares her thoughts on social proof, repurposing content, and the difference between copy and content and the best way to use both! Looking for more freedom in your creative business? Check out Danger School , o...
May 16, 2022•28 min•Season 4Ep. 16
