Let’s back up: the economy isn’t the best right now. That’s a known fact. People using “it’s the economy” as an excuse for why their bookings are down. True… the economy MIIIIGGHHTTT be affecting your bookings. But…. if you’re in the wedding industry…. People are still getting married. It’s not JUST the economy. Stop using the economy as the scapegoat for why you’re not getting booked. And use this opportunity to look at what you’re doing, how you’re marketing, and how you’re communicating with ...
Apr 30, 2024•57 min
Today we have a repeat guest of one of our favorite people and yours. Nate Chanski is coming on to today’s show to talk about Reels, education, being a photographer and so much more. We dive in super deep today into the niche topic of Reels. Everything you could want to know we discuss today! --------------------------------- Show notes: Post Partner: www.postpartner.com/heartandhustle Use code HEARTANDHUSTLE for $200 off! --------------------------------- Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/heart In...
Apr 23, 2024•59 min
Today we’re diving into the ins and outs of Instagram. What’s working and what’s not? These rise and fall especially as new apps get developed. This is a good check-in on where is Instagram in 2024. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/377-whats-working-on-instagram-in-2024 --------------------------------- Post Partner: www.postpartner.com/heartandhustle Code HEARTANDHUSTLE for $200 off --------------------------------- Contracts: www.theheartcontracts.co...
Apr 16, 2024•23 min
Any entrepreneur who has ever felt like a failure? Today we have the incredible Kyrie Price on the show. She basically opens up the opposite end on the highlight reel. We talk about stepping away from entrepreneurship and stepping into motherhood, the struggles that come from that and so much more! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/376-what-do-you-do-when-your-dreams-dont-work-out-with-kyrie-price --------------------------------- Post Partner: www.post...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min
The death of the girl boss and hello to the homemaker. We’re going to discuss how that is affecting life, motherhood, and business. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/375-soft-girl-era-girlboss-is-out-homemaker-is-in --------------------------------- Post Partner: www.postpartner.com/heartandhustle Use code HEARTANDHUSTLE for $200 off your first order! --------------------------------- Heart Shop: www.theheartuniversity.com/shop -------------------------...
Apr 02, 2024•24 min
Today is the treat for you today. We’re having the incredible Kristin Hubbard! We know her because she was the DJ for our past two conferences. Today’s conversation is about how she built her DJ business, how she markets being a DJ, becoming a serial entrepreneur, and so much more!! We talk about marketing, and building a brand, whether you are a DJ or not. Whether in the event industry or not, you can benefit from this episode. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartunive...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Today is a little bit nerdy surrounding time management–using a particular software/tool that has transformed our lives. *DON'T CLICK OFF* We will talk about things that people think they already know how to use this tool, you’ll probably learn something new! Let’s talk about how to save your hours of time in your business! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/373-this-tool-saves-us-hours-of-time-in-our-businesses-youre-wasting-time-without-it Folio Albums...
Mar 19, 2024•36 min
If you’re currently a stay-at-home mom (or want to be one soon) and have been debating starting a business to help support that dream… today’s episode is for you!!! Today we’re chatting with the incredible Maddy Spranger, one of our very own Heart and Hustle podcast listeners.. Maddy is a 28-year-old wife and mother as well as a virtual assistant who embarked on her entrepreneurial journey just last year while juggling the very full plate that belongs to a stay-at-home mom. ---------------------...
Mar 12, 2024•51 min
Here’s a good old Q&A episode! You ask the questions and we answer them! That’s what we’re doing today. There are lots of different questions here today, marriage, photography, lifestyle, content, all the things! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/371-qa-mailbag-how-do-we-cultivate-strong-marriages-is-your-gear-what-makes-you-a-good-photographer-more --------------------------------- Folio Albums: www.folioalbums.com Use code HEARTHUSTLE40 for 40% of...
Mar 05, 2024•32 min
Today, we are thrilled to introduce our dear friend, Hannah Rosser, to the show. In this episode, we dive deep into Hannah's journey, from how she first got started with her photography business to a plot twist pivot moment that transformed her photography style and therefore career. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/370-pivoting-into-documentary-timeless-cinematic-photography-and-how-she-exploded-her-photography-business-with-hannah-rosser ------------...
Feb 27, 2024•59 min
This episode isn’t for launching your FIRST product/service (aka your business). This is for launching something new within your brand or business. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/369-your-launch-blueprint-a-repeatable-formula-you-can-use-to-launch-anything --------------------------------- Shopify: www.shopify.com/heart --------------------------------- KAJABI REFERRAL LINK: https://app.kajabi.com/r/yAnAFBUz --------------------------------- Website ...
Feb 20, 2024•51 min
Today we’re having a good ole friendly debate on the value and benefit of college specifically when it comes to entrepreneurs. And joining us for the discussion is the lovely, Tyrie Mehaffey. Join us for this lively discussion as we explore the pros and cons, share personal experiences, and have some fun here today. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/368-is-college-necessary-for-photographers-lets-discuss-with-tyrie-mehaffey Burnout Freebie: www.theheart...
Feb 13, 2024•46 min
Today we are sharing on our thoughts and opinions on the photography industry and the changes we have seen. We have been professional photographers for 10 years. We have noticed a lot of shifts. We’re covering the pros, the cons the good and the bads. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/367-photography-isnt-what-it-used-to-be-a-candid-conversation-on-the-trends-changes-we-see-coming-to-the-photo-industry-this-year --------------------------------- Communi...
Feb 06, 2024•26 min
Today, we have an incredibly inspiring guest joining us, someone whose life and work beautifully blend the worlds of art, faith, and entrepreneurship. Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author known for her incredible books and Bible studies. We're gonna get into the nitty-gritty of life, faith, and all those moments when you're just trying to keep it together. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/366-practical-ways-to-...
Jan 30, 2024•48 min
We’re talking about a lot of spicy things today that you’re going to want to know to get our customers to open your emails. Whether or not you have an active email list or you’re thinking about having an email list, you don’t want to miss this episode! Also, there are a lot of good nuggets in here even if you don’t have an email list. Great marketing tips all around for ya! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/365-how-to-write-emails-that-actually-get-open...
Jan 23, 2024•45 min
We don’t care who you are, this is a nonskip episode. Especially if you are a mom. We had our dear friend Abbie on the show. We are obsessed with her worldview and mission. This woman brings it today. We cover the topic of motherhood, specifically the culture that loves to have comradery and community over that motherhood is hard. Think mommy wine culture. Abbie is here to set the record straight and come at it from a Holy, Biblical view. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://the...
Jan 16, 2024•51 min
We’re talking about the old-time tale of “over promise under deliver”. Is it relevant, slimy, industry related? We will dive into all of it today! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/363-is-under-promise-over-deliver-an-outdated-sales-technique-our-controversial-opinion-might-surprise-you --------------------------------- Niche Down Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/niche --------------------------------- The Heart Shop: www.theheartuniversity.com/shop ...
Jan 09, 2024•38 min
Ever heard of pro-metabolic eating? Keeping hearing that circle around but not sure what it is or why you should care. Don’t worry because today on the show we had the incredible Fallon Lee on to talk about all that and why women should pay even more attention to it. We dove into what pro-metabolic eating is, how to do it, how it supports women's hormones, where you can start and so much more! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/362-pro-metabolic-eating-h...
Jan 02, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Today’s episode made us bawl Today we had YOU answer the question what is the biggest lesson you’ve learned in business from…..US! Y’all wrecked us. We cannot thank you enough, there are no words. We are so thankful that you are hear and are so excited to hear what you have learned from our fumblings and mumblings! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/361-the-biggest-lessons-youve-learned-from-us --------------------------------- Imposter Syndrom Freebie: ...
Dec 26, 2023•33 min
Today’s episode is something we did last year and you loved it. Last year we recorded a year-end episode where we broke down our top 5 favorite books we read that year - fiction, nonfiction, all of it. And so we decided to do it again this year. If you’re new to the podcast, then lemme tell you we are obsessed with reading. We love it so much, and we always get asked for our favorite book recommendations. So without further ado… here are our top 5 books we both read in 2023. --------------------...
Dec 19, 2023•48 min
Today is a rare, raw, and ridiculously powerful episode on a topic you don’t often hear about in the entrepreneurial space… leaving a successful business to go back to the 9-5 world. WHAT. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/359-leaving-a-successful-business-to-go-back-to-a-9-5-with-anna-marie-shropshire --------------------------------- Ghosting Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/ghosting --------------------------------- The Heart Shop: www.theheartuni...
Dec 12, 2023•48 min
We've dedicated this short and sweet episode to help you master the art of crafting a perfect Instagram bio. We'll be sharing our proven strategies, tips, and tricks to help you create a bio that not only clarifies your identity and purpose but also captivates and engages your target audience. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/358-struggling-to-craft-your-instagram-bio-perfectly-listen-for-tips --------------------------------- Instagram Bio Freebie: ww...
Dec 05, 2023•27 min
If you’re a stay-at-home mom who is trying to build your business while also raising the next generation of world changers this is for our stay-at-home mom girlies. In our conversation today with Whitney, she shares her remarkable story of starting her photography business at 31, with barely any financial security after the craziest tumultuous season of their lives, all while balancing the responsibilities of being a stay-at-home mom to 3 littles. --------------------------------- Show notes: ht...
Nov 28, 2023•50 min
Now, before we dive in, we have to say this: our incredible listeners never fail to amaze us. You guys really came through with the wedding photography horror stories for this episode, and let us tell you, they are absolutely bonkers! We've got tales that'll make your jaw drop, your eyes widen, and your heart race faster than a bride chasing her runaway veil. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/356-wedding-photography-gone-wrong-its-horror-story-time ----...
Nov 21, 2023•52 min
Today is just a raw girl chat talking about all things pregnancy, postpartum, & motherhood. The joys, the unexpected, and everything in between. Sarah shares her experiences through pregnancy, and postpartum including sharing her experience with a c-section birth. And we just want to pause here because we wanted to give a quick trigger warning for a traumatic birth story - specifically with a c-section, so if you are in a place where hearing someone else’s story would be triggering and need ...
Nov 14, 2023•52 min
We’re talking ALLL about sales strategies to eliminate ALL of the pain points you might be feeling. Today we unpack some strategic sales principles you can implement everywhere. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/354-increasing-your-bookings-with-ethical-sales-strategies-that-work --------------------------------- Social Media Marketing Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/pillars --------------------------------- Episode 330 link: https://podcasts.apple....
Nov 07, 2023•54 min
Today we have a special treat for our creative entrepreneurs but specifically for our e-commerce business fam. We’re chatting with an e-commerce brand and web design EXPERT: Abbey McGrew. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/353-top-4-e-commerce-website-design-mistakes-that-could-be-impacting-your-sales-with-abbey-mcgrew --------------------------------- Burnout Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/burnout --------------------------------- Contract Template...
Oct 31, 2023•49 min
In this episode we have Evie and Lindsey sitting down with Jai Long and Shay Cochrane before the dance party on day two of The Heart Conference in Denton, Texas earlier this month. The four speakers spill the tea on mispronouncing names for way too long, the girls combining their breakout talks last minute to make room for a last minute speaker that they really wanted, and Shay tells us exactly how you can "Photoshop yourself into the future that you want". Jai talks about comparing yourself in ...
Oct 26, 2023•42 min
Today we have the absolute queen of systems joining us—Taryn Rachelle! In this episode, we dove deep with Taryn, covering all the steps to get started with setting up your own systems and processes. Taryn shared the must-have platforms and software she recommends for creatives like you to supercharge their efficiency. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/351-how-to-create-systems-procedures-as-an-entrepreneur-to-maximize-your-time-with-taryn-rachelle -----...
Oct 24, 2023•55 min
Today we have the BIGGEST TREAT for you we brought on 3 INCREDIBLE photographers who are powerful, unbelievable humans, artists, and entrepreneurs. They also all attended our last Heart Workshop in Palm Springs in June of 2023. We brought on Dani, Melissa, and Katie and asked them to share their honest, unfiltered experience with The Heart Workshop. AND BOY DID THESE LADIES DELIVER THE TEA. PIPING HOT. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/351-unfiltered-he...
Oct 17, 2023•1 hr 18 min
