Hello sunshines! I’ve got a shorty but a goodie for you today. I have been getting asked a lot about knowing when you should send custom proposals or a standard one. We get straight to the point and cover all things budgets, connecting with your clients, and how to know which proposal is right for them! Check out Inquiry To Income for extra bonus add ons and ALL the information on how to convert your inquiries and book your highest paying packages! Use code "GBP15" for an exclusive discount! Wan...
Nov 17, 2022•9 min
There are natural times when you end up not booking with every potential client that lands in your inbox. But what about the times that you feel SO aligned with them and realllly wanted to book them but it didn't happen and they choose to go in another direction.. leaving you to question "what the heck went wrong"? Well in today's episode, we will chat about 3 Booking Mistakes I see photographers making! Don’t forget to JOIN Inquiry To Income, my FREE webinar! Spots are limited! DM me on Instagr...
Nov 15, 2022•18 min
Why is it that two people can implement the same strategies, be in the same niche, doing the same things but get wildly different results? It's because of the invisible drivers of success at play! In this episode, I am going to share four ways this usually shows up in our business. JOIN Inquiry To Income, my FREE webinar! Spots are limited! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of this episode and what tip helped the most! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll give you ...
Nov 10, 2022•14 min
Engagement and proposal season is quickly upon us, are ya ready for it?! Sometimes right after busy season, we forget that we have a huge booking potential season right around the corner. By the time it rolls around, we are too burnt out to prep for it! In this episode, I'm going to cover some things you should be doing to prepare your business for it. DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of this episode and what tip helped the most! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'...
Nov 08, 2022•16 min
Today I will tell you how I made $4k launching my mini sessions and how you can too! I tell you the things I did to make this a reality and give you a few I haven’t tried yet. We dive right in with communication strategy, go into pricing, and cover some marketing too. Let me know what tip helped you the most by DMing me on Instagram ! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll give you a shout-out and a thank you! Get my exact workflow phase breakdown by texting "CONNECT" to 888-292-4864. ...
Nov 01, 2022•23 min
Hello sunshines! Even if you think you're doing all the right things but you're realizing the inquiries still aren't coming in... I'm going to challenge you to re-analyze a few things! If the inquiries are not coming in, I don't want you to get discouraged. This is an exciting thing and I'll tell you why… because it means there is room for improvement!!! I'm excited to share 10 things you can check in your business to help get those inquires! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part ...
Oct 27, 2022•21 min
If you're a photographer listening to this episode and already feeling overwhelmed with the idea of "video marketing", this episode is going to be a breath of fresh air for you because it does not need to be overcomplicated and in fact should be simplified down! Today's guest is Rebecca Saunders who is a ray of sunshine helping business owners approach their video marketing with ease. In today's episode, we talk about ways you as a photographer can start using video and some content ideas that a...
Oct 25, 2022•35 min
I feel like photographers are always looking for a way to either get more clients to make more income, but in todays episode, we're talking about how you can make more income WITHOUT having to find and attract new clients. And that is by serving and elevating the experience you already have with them through offering Boudoir Photography! We have Molly Grunewald who is a Michigan Wedding + Boudoir Photographer. Join the waitlist for The Boudoir Bible: A Boudoir Photography Course and then check o...
Oct 20, 2022•40 min
Hello Sunshines! Charging premium pricing does not happen overnight, and it also doesn't happen by just throwing out the option and crossing your fingers that somebody books it. A lot of hard work and intentionality goes into crafting this offer, and in this episode, I'm going to share with you some things that you should be doing if you also desire to get to this place one day. I am SO excited to add TWO new coaches to my program Passion To Profit ! I am looking for 1 - 3 photographers interest...
Oct 13, 2022•27 min
Hello sunshines! So, something really amazing and exciting happened to me this year. After my 10 years of booking and photographing weddings, I started offering and I booked my first five figure wedding package, and then something crazy happened. Two weeks later after that, I ended up booking another five figure wedding. This is a huge milestone for me and my business personally. So in today's episode, I'm going to break down my signature method that I created, which got me to this point to be a...
Oct 11, 2022•19 min
Hello sunshines! Okay, so I've heard a lot of this same problem going around in the industry right now, and it is that you are struggling to get inquiries. Maybe you are in a lull or feel like your inquiries aren’t aligned. Whatever it is, I see a trend and you are not alone if it's happening to you! Today I'm going to go over three reasons why you are not getting inquiries so that hopefully you can take what I have to say and see where it fits. Don’t forget to check out my new FREE quiz to see ...
Oct 06, 2022•18 min
Today we are talking all about productivity and working towards massive goals because - let's be real - as entrepreneurs or as parents or as someone who's working full time and also having this as a side hustle, we have a lot of things to do and we do have goals for ourselves. So how can we be productive as we are moving towards that goal? Well, today I have with me guest Joy Michelle, and she is a wedding photographer, a YouTuber, a business coach. We're talking about how to not feel burnt out ...
Oct 04, 2022•40 min
Hello sunshines! I have been getting questions about how to start a podcast and I am SO excited to bring you this interview with Jenny Suneson! Jenny runs a podcasting agency and is here to give us a look inside the industry. We cover topics like finding content ideas, monetizing, and marketing. Check out Jenny’s website and Instagram for more information - and be sure to DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of this episode! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll give y...
Sep 29, 2022•45 min
Today we are doing something a little different! I am sharing with you - MY interview on Passion With Purpose with the incredible Nathan Chanski! We talk about one of my favorite topics - client experience. Don't forget to DM me and Nathan to let us know what your favorite part of the episode was! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll give you a shout-out and a thank you! Get my exact workflow phase break down by texting "CONNECT" to 888-292-4864. You can get all my freebies, training...
Sep 28, 2022•58 min
I am BEYOND excited to bring you a special episode today - my FREE masterclass! Today you are going to learn alllll about how to attract a flood of hot inquries willing to pay premium prices. If you are more of a visual learner, you can check out the training on my website ! You can also APPLY for business coaching with me! DM me "ELEVATE" on Instagram and I will answer any questions you have about the training. Get my exact workflow phase break down by texting "CONNECT" to 888-292-4864. You can...
Sep 22, 2022•31 min
If you have been ready to take your photography from passion to full time business, you are going to LOVE this episode! Dawn Charles has been in the photography world for 10 years and is now an educator ready to help you level up your business. We chat about early mistakes, lessons learned, and what YOU can do to set yourself up for success! Make sure you listen to Dawn on her podcast Take It From Us and check out her website for a WEALTH of knowledge! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favo...
Sep 20, 2022•39 min
Chances are, if you're a photographer, you might have issues with writing your own copy. Not only just coming up with copy, but having really compelling copy as well. And today's guest, I have admired for a very, very long time, and I'm so honored to have her as a guest on the podcast today. Her name is Ashlyn Carter and she is an incredible copywriter. We're going to be talking about how to create your brand voice that converts into sales, how to have copywriting that gears towards your dream c...
Sep 13, 2022•32 min
I am a multi passionate, creative, and I'm assuming you are because you are a creative entrepreneur. You're probably running your own business and you probably have other passions. If you have ever been told that you need to niche down, this episode is for you. I have D'Ana Joi - business coach, basically for multi-passionate creative entrepreneurs and basically crushing the lie of getting you out of thinking you have to niche down and you have to be in one market and knowing that you can execut...
Sep 08, 2022•44 min
As a business owner, I know that we all are so concerned about marketing, what marketing looks like, and how to execute it. Today I have an amazing guest on her name is Katrina Aronson and she is a marketing genius. She has a mission to help women entrepreneurs make more money while doing what they love. Make sure you grab a notebook for this one! You can sign up for her FREE Lazy [& Brilliant] Organic Marketing Guide and Instagram for more amazing advice. Time stamps: Intro - 0:00 Katrina i...
Sep 06, 2022•51 min
So I unintentionally took a short social media break because of a couple reasons. I was uninspired, unmotivated and I was exhausted. We're human beings. There's going to be seasons ebbs and flows of feeling motivated, unmotivated, and uninspired, and knowing that that's okay. But also knowing that there's ways around it, there's ways that you can be successful when those are happening, that you have things on the back end running for you, or that you're just giving yourself grace. Get on the Inq...
Sep 01, 2022•20 min
Are you struggling with branding your social media or website? Heck, are you wondering where you should even start? Well look so further because we have THE expert here with us! Bri Summers from BrightenMade is going to break down alllll the information you need to have a beautiful brand that converts inquiries! You can check out Bri's beautiful website and Instagram for free education and inspo! Make sure you see her Brighten Blueprint ! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of t...
Aug 30, 2022•38 min
Hello sunshines! I am so excited to share some news with you - I'M PREGNANT! This episode I chat about our journey to get here and what the future holds. This episode touches lightly on infertility struggles, so I completely understand if you need to sit this one out. I would LOVE if you would reach out to me on Instagram and let me know what you want to hear on the podcast. If you have a guest or topic in mind, reach out to me on Instagram or send us an email at goldbizpodcast@gmail.com . We wa...
Aug 25, 2022•15 min
The phrase 'scaling your business' could mean so many different things. It could mean, do you want to add a new offer or service to scale? Do you want to work less while growing your business? Do you wanna make more income? In this episode, we are joined by expert Danielle Langton to talk about what really goes into being the best business owner and how you can make sure you are making the right decisions to up level and move your business forward. DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite...
Aug 18, 2022•34 min
Hello sunshines! I am SO excited to share these interviews with real students in my Passion To Profit Masterclass! You will get to hear from Emily , Lacy , and Paige and all about their journey in the program. If this inspires you and you want a sneak peak into the masterclass you can check out this FREE training for ambitious wedding photographers! And as always, you can check out all my coaching options on my website ! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of this episode! If yo...
Aug 16, 2022•38 min
Listen, we're all humans. We've all struggled with or are currently struggling with finding confidence in ourselves, our identity as an entrepreneur,or just our confidence in our business. It's just so normal to feel this way! Today we talk with Taylor Torres about how to take leadership in your business, how to show up on social media even when you don't feel like it, and more! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of this episode! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll...
Aug 11, 2022•44 min
So, I want you to image your Instagram getting hacked and losing your number one lead generator for your business. Scary right? In this episode today we are going to talk about the specific things you need or what you should be doing on your website to help you bring in business and NOT be relient on social media! Dani Purington and I discuss SEO, copy, brand messaging, what to avoid, inquries and so much more! DM me on Instagram to let me know your favorite part of this episode! If you send me ...
Aug 09, 2022•51 min
Are you feeling overwhelmed by posting on social media? There are all these 'rules' around posting that we hear about. Show up every day - sometimes multiple times a day! - be consistent, have a certain amount of posts... so many apparent rules! Today, I want to challenge that way of thinking and let you in on a secret. The correct amount of times to post on social media is up to you! In this episode, we cover: 1. My opinions on social media and social media mindsets - 1:30 2. The 'rules' of soc...
Aug 04, 2022•16 min
Hello sunshines! I am so excited to bring you this peak behind the curtain into my business. This week we cover: 1. The break down of my team including the tasks they do and their roles over all 2. What it looks like and entails to have a team 3. What our plans look like now and what we hope it looks like going forward! DM me on Instagram to let me know what your favorite part of the episode was! If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll give you a shout-out and a thank you! You can check...
Aug 02, 2022•18 min
Have you been hearing all the buzz about Instagram becoming a video platform? Are you watching people make Reels and wondering where to start? Or are you curious about how they can actually take your business to the next level? Well get ready because this episode is going to blow your mind! We have the incredible Nathan Chanski here today to talk about all things reels! Grab a notebook - you'll need it! DM me on Instagram to let me know when you are going to take your business full time or what ...
Jul 28, 2022•54 min
If feeling overwhelmed and burnt out makes you not want to take any action and not do anything at all, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! That is exactly what burnout and imposter syndrome can do to you. In this episode, we talk about how to identify your burnout triggers, what to do during a burnout season, and how to pull yourself out of it. Because let's be real, as entreprenuers, it's going to happen! DM me on Instagram to let me know when you are going to take your business full time or what your favorit...
Jul 26, 2022•38 min