I’m chatting with Amanda Shuman from Carrylove Designs about the 4 Ways to Make Your Website Stand out and Book Your Dream Clients. Amanda shares her thoughts and advice as to why your website is important, why neglecting your website is actually hurting your business and tips on what you can do right now to get your site back on track. A little bit about Amanda is that she is an award-winning designer and founder of Carrylove Designs. Carrylove Designs is a Digital Marketing Agency specializing...
Sep 14, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 107
I’m chatting with Elisabeth and Cami from Biz Birthday Bash all about tips for Running A Business With Your Best Friend. Elisabeth and Cami share their story about how they met in a stationery Facebook group, became instant best friends, and with a spark of an idea, created a thriving business together. A little bit about Cami is that she is wedding stationery & watercolor artist living in the sunshine state. Elisabeth is a calligrapher and wedding invitation designer based in Atlanta, GA an...
Jul 27, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 89
We are chatting with Gretchen Culver from Rocket Science Events and Minne Weddings about how to coordinate with planners on elopement and mini wedding packages. Gretchen shares how and why she started Minne Weddings, how to navigate the micro wedding market, and how to make sure you are still profitable at the end of the day. A little bit about Gretchen, she launched Rocket Science Events in 2010, ultimately becoming the go-to design and planning firm in Minneapolis, MN. In 2020, she opened the ...
Jul 20, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 101
We are chatting with Renee Sabo, the founder, and owner of Urban Soirée , all about the In’s and Outs of Mentoring. We chat about what actually is a mentor, why you might benefit from one, and how to know you’re making the right investment for your business. A little bit about Renee is that Urban Soirée produces elevated and romantic celebrations through full-service wedding planning and design for couples on the East Coast and destinations worldwide. She is also the host of The Confetti Hour Po...
Jul 13, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 87
We are chatting with Andréa Jones all about How to use Instagram and Instagram Stories to Attract New Wedding Photography Clients. Andréa is a joy to chat with and shares her useful insight into how we can use Instagram and Instagram stories to connect with our ideal clients, get inquires into our inboxes, and a few things to avoid when using Instagram. A little bit about Andréa is that she is fiercely committed to helping businesses and podcasters build profitable online communities through sim...
Jul 06, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 87
We are chatting with Jordan Kentris from A Good Day all about The Secrets to Authentic Brand Building as a Photographer. Jordan shares how wedding photographers can use empathy to find their ideal clients, why being authentic is the only way to be, and lets us know what branding trends we should avoid. A little bit about Jordan, He’s a former adverting executive who started his own wedding stationery and design firm, A Good Day which is based in Canada. He serves wedding planners and their coupl...
Jun 29, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 85
We are chatting with Michelle Loretta from Be Sage Consulting all about navigating pricing during a difficult year. Michelle helps break down why discounting is never a good idea, how to ensure your business will survive the next “pandemic” like event, and how pricing is really part of your marketing strategy. A little bit about Michelle’s business Be Sage Consulting was one of the first B2B resources specifically tailored to creatives who wanted to become better entrepreneurs. Michelle works on...
Jun 22, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 84
We are chatting with Rebecca Rice about how to set up and structure your mini sessions for profitably. Rebecca has been called the “Queen of Mini Sessions” and during our chat, she shares all about how she setups up for mini sessions for success, to best utilize her time, and how to make the most amount of profit per session. A little bit about Rebecca is that she is a photographer, educator, wife, and mom living in Nashville, Tennessee. She has the heart to equip aspiring and established photog...
Jun 15, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 83
We are chatting with Kara Maureen all about the invisible burdens of wedding vendors. Kara shares with us the invisible forces that play throughout the wedding planning process and can reveal themselves on a wedding day. Not only does it affect the couples and their families but also the wedding vendors too! Kara shares her advice on how we can set good boundaries with clients and practice energy management to avoid burnout. A little bit about Kara is a bridal coach who helps brides gracefully n...
Jun 08, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 82
We are chatting with Bonnie Bakhtiari about the common branding mistakes that keep you from consistent client inquiries. Bonnie helps us pinpoint what could be holding us back from having our dream clients pop into our inboxes day after day. A little bit about Bonnie a brand designer and strategist for creative entrepreneurs. With over nine years of experience in creating elevated visual brands founded on intentional strategy, Bonnie works daily with female entrepreneurs in the photography, wedd...
Jun 01, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 81
We are chatting with Magi Fisher from Magdalena Studios and The Artists Lawyer all about how to legally grow your team. Magi shares how she has grown her business to a team of 12 and shares how they photography up to 100 weddings a year. How by having a strong legal structure in place, you can grow your team and business to become more profitable than you could have imagined. A little bit about Magi is that she is a wedding photographer and lawyer based in New Jersey. Magi’s mission as an artist...
May 25, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 80
We are chatting with Taylor Petrinovich from The Level Up Co. all about Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in a Loudly Successful Market. Taylor explains what exactly is Imposter Syndrome, how we can recognize it, and even use it to our advantage. A little bit about Taylor is that she is a cinematographer, leads the Elevate Mastermind which is a group coaching and mentorship program, and the host of The Level Up Your Wedding Business Podcast. Visit Website: https://thelevelupco.com Instagram: https://...
May 18, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 79
We are chatting with Sarah Kay Love about understanding the creative shift in editorial content and social media strategies inside the wedding industry. Sarah shares her insight on what is going on with creating new content, how to use social media for your brand, and so much more. A little bit about Sarah is that she runs a creative agency, specializing in styling branding, killer content, and smart digital marketing strategies devoted to helping companies build brands that differentiate themse...
May 11, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 78
We are chatting with Kelsey Kerslake all about the six-figure journey as a small business owner and entrepreneur. Kelsey and I chat about the truth behind making 6 figures and share some of the realities, personal, and emotional tolls it can take on you along with some helpful advice on how to achieve your goals. A little bit about Kelsey is that she is a mother, CEO, creative director and business coach, and podcast host of The Aligned Business™ Podcast with Kelsey Kerslake of Pinegate Road . O...
May 04, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 77
We are chatting with Michelle Knight all about how to create a captivating and money-making brand through the power of stories. Michelle talks about how you will begin to connect with your ideal clients, target audience, and build trust with people who are interested in working with you by sharing your personal stories. We talk about using the power of stories in your website copy, marketing, and across your social media accounts. A little bit about Michelle is that she is a branding and marketi...
Apr 27, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 76
We are chatting with Kelly Mathis of Kelly Grace Photography all about how to become financially fit to start your own wedding photography business. Kelly opens up about her journey from being 70k in debt to being financially free. A little bit about Kelly is that she is a wedding photographer who captures weddings in the midwest and destinations across the US. She is also a financial educator to creative entrepreneurs coaching them on how to pay off debt, create a savings plan, and build a sust...
Apr 13, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 75
We are chatting with Lisa from Creating the Map for Success all about how to start planning for your retirement. Lisa shares why it’s so important to start saving for your retirement today and not sometime in the future. Photographers need to take an active role in planning for what happens when you are done with weddings. A little bit about Lisa, she began her career in event rentals and has transitioned to consulting for event professionals. She focuses on setting business goals, strategic par...
Mar 23, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 74
We are chatting with Nikisha King of Nikisha King Design Agency all about The Importance of Building a System for your Business. Nikisha shares why building systems into your business is the key to growth and long time success. A little bit about Nikisha is that own Nikisha King Design Agency is a custom design house specializing in full-service wedding, event invitations, and stationery design. She is a successful Black female entrepreneur who is passionate about developing and implementing sys...
Mar 09, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 73
We are chatting with Elizabeth Gopal from East Made Co . all about how to have an artful approach to weddings and wedding photography. What does it mean to have and use an artful approach? Why is it important? How can it make your work stand out in a sea of photographers? Elizabeth is going to share her thoughts and hopefully, help inspire you. East Made Co. has quickly cultivated a recognized and respected brand aesthetic, had her work featured in publications from Martha Stewart Weddings to Ov...
Mar 02, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 72
We are chatting with Joan Cinquegrani from Five Grain Events about how to build and grow your team. Joan shares how she grew her wedding planning business from one to six employees in a fairly short amount of time. Joan started her career in coordination non-profit events and she gives a unique perspective on event execution and design. Five Grain Events (derived from Joan’s married last name… in Italian, cinque = five and grani = grains) is determined to deliver the event you’ve always imagined...
Feb 23, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 71
We are chatting with Matthew Wengerd from A Fine Press about owning your process as a creative business owner. Matthew shares about by owning and walking your clients through your creative process it’s actually an act of love to help your clients get the best experience and level of service possible. A little bit about Matthew, he is the designer and owner of A Fine Press and creates Holy Sh*t stationary for his clients. He has a love for music, particularly Jazz and his invitations are experien...
Feb 16, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 70
We are chatting with Bron Hansboro or better known as Bron, The Flower Guy about ways we can restore our ethos as wedding professions for 2021. Now, I had to look up what an “ethos” even was and I can’t wait for you to hear how Bron simply explains it and makes it a very tangible idea for us to use as we start the new year. A bit about Bron has devoted his career to navigating clients through the creative process and transforming their visions into exquisite events since 2014. He provides bespok...
Feb 09, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Our very first podcast of 2021 is here! I’m so excited because we are chatting with Jenna Henderson Photography all about empowering ourselves with the permission mindset. Jenna explains why having a positive mindset is the key to giving yourself the permission to unlocking your fullest potential. A little bit about Jenna, is a balance coach and photographer, with more than 15 years of experience in the photography industry. Her superpowers are giving creative women permission to feel empowered ...
Feb 02, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 68
We are chatting with Aislinn McKenna from Ais Portraits all about the number one reason you are NOT profitable and it's not what you think. Aisleen helps breakdown the mindset barriers that are literally holding you back. She shares the 5 questions she asks herself to get unstuck and out of her own way of making more money in her wedding photography business. Aislinn McKenna is a hybrid photographer (shooting film & digital) based out of the Southeast. Not only is she the owner of two photog...
Dec 15, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 67
We are chatting with Tanya Pushkine aka The Vow Whisperer all about how she abruptly changed careers and jumped headfirst into the wedding industry. Tanya made the leap to follow her dreams and do what she loved, help couples declare their love for one another, as her full-time job. Tanya shares her tips and techniques she used over the last year to make connections, network, and start building her business from the ground up. A little bit about the Vow Whisperer, Tanya is a licensed officiant, ...
Dec 08, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 66
We are chatting with Kylie Carlson from The Wedding Academy all about how to use Video Marketing for your business. Kylie shares her super helpful advice, tips, and easy to do suggestions on how we can easily get started to incorporate video into our marketing starting today. A little bit about Kylie is that she started the Wedding Academy in 2007 and has helped over 4,000 wedding planners with her certification courses. Kylie has devoted her time to empowering other CEO's and entrepreneurs to b...
Dec 01, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 65
We are chatting with Gabby of Gabby Pinkerton Co . and learning all about how to up our Pinterest game to gain more traffic and inquiries to your inbox. Gabby shares why Pinterest is the best-kept secret in the wedding industry and how we as wedding professionals, especially wedding photographers, should be using this powerful tool. A little bit about Gabby, She is a Pinterest Marketing & Strategy consultant. Gabby helps wedding professionals grow their business to attract their ideal client...
Nov 17, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 64
We are chatting with Megan from Megan Pettus Videography all about how wedding photographers & other vendors can partner with their local cinematographers to elevate your business. I loved this topic because it’s a different take on creating real relationships to create an authentic and mutually beneficial relationship. A little bit about Megan , she’s a wedding cinematographer based in the Southeast and loves documenting love stories and serving her couples. She married her college sweethea...
Nov 10, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 63
We are chatting with Aleya Harris from Flourish Marketing all about how to create a Sales Sequence strategy for Wedding Photographers. Aleya shares why having an email list and creating a successful sales strategy will help you connect with your audience, earn their trust, and ultimately sell to them. A little bit about Aleya, she is the founder and owner of Flourish Marketing , an agency dedicated to helping wedding, catering, and event professionals reach their full potential through fresh, cu...
Sep 22, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 62
We are chatting with Dixie Bagley from Dixie Lee Events who is a venue coach and owns who The Farm in Rome in Georgia. We are chatting about the key to being a venue’s top referred photographer. Having been in the wedding industry for 12 years, Dixie has experienced a lot when it comes to-weddings–from the highs of seeing a surprise proposal to the lows of no-show vendors and-fighting wedding parties. She shares why being listed on the venue’s preferred venue listing is something every vendor sh...
Sep 15, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 61
