Ten years ago, I started my business. About that time, I came across today’s guest. I can without a doubt say what she has shared about her journey (especially the posts on her blog) have been one of the biggest attributing factors to my success. She is a wedding photographer turned business strategist and one of the most hard-working and inspiring female entrepreneurs. So, welcome to the podcast Jasmine Star! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to wher...
Dec 19, 2017•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today’s guest on the show is Crystal of Crystal Ann Interiors! She is a former wedding planner turned interior designer who loves to create spaces that are functional and beautiful. Her services vary from furniture plans to design boards and everything in between. She is a mother of two beautiful children, living in an adorable Manhattan space! I am so excited to chat more with Crystal today about her design strategy, tips and ability to create fresh, modern and livable spaces!! CLICK HERE TO RA...
Dec 12, 2017•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast The guest on the show today is a Luxury, New Orleans based wedding planner who knows how to cultivate a unique experience reflective of a client’s aesthetic and vision. She is a former attorney, Yale grad and mother of three beautiful girls. She is a natural born leader who knows how to guide her team at Sapphire Events into creating events from the ground up. So welcome to the podcast, Valerie Gernhauser! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it...
Dec 05, 2017•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast My dad has played a huge role in inspiring my entrepreneurial spirit over the years, so I thought - who else would be a better guest on the show?! While running his own dental practice for 30+ years, he has also been a supportive father to my brothers and me. His hard work and determination has inspired us all and I would not be where I am today without his love and support (and of course my mom’s support too!). CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to wh...
Nov 30, 2017•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Time. Time is THE most precious thing in life. You cannot have more of it…so you must use it wisely. Don’t worry. You are not alone. I’ll be honest with you. I am not always the best with my time. It’s not always easy…saying no…scheduling your time…valuing your time. So that’s what we’re going to be talking about today. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a ...
Nov 28, 2017•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lindsey is a newborn and family photographer based in Crowley, LA. Our paths crossed three years and she now is one of my second shooters and good friends! Throughout the episode, Lindsey shares stories of her journey in the photography business and the mistakes she has made along the way. For those of you looking for tips on how to become a second shooter, she has the perfect story to learn from! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says &qu...
Nov 23, 2017•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Brad and I admire this videography team so much that we hired them for our own wedding just two short years ago! They are incredible storytellers and they bring a calming, yet professional presence to a wedding day. Their work definitely speaks for itself which I cannot wait to talk more about in this episode. Today's guest is none other than my friend, Brock Gomez! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews&qu...
Nov 21, 2017•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mia is the owner and designer of Root Floral Design! Mia has become a great friend to me over the years. Root Floral Design has been in business for 5 years now, and has been extremely successful! Even though she did not have the most traditional start, Mia shares how she got to where she is today. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch ou...
Nov 16, 2017•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lets start discussing one of the most difficult and challenging topics of running your own business: Setting Boundaries. How do you set boundaries for yourself while still creating an excellent client experience? CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICI...
Nov 14, 2017•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Valerie Woerner is the author of The Finishing School, and owner/creator for Val Marie Paper. Since 2013, she has sold over 30,000 prayer journals and recently launched the Yearly Prayer Journal for 2018. She is sharing her heart, her faith, and her tricks for becoming a better mother and more efficient entrepreneur on this episode, and I am so excited for you guys to listen along today! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings...
Nov 09, 2017•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kristi and I met back in our days at Architecture School. While Kristi continues her architectural design, her main focus is to pursue her passion for world travel through her platform, Coordinates of Her. When I started the podcast, I knew Kristi would be the perfect guest! Kristi is a truly inspiring person and I am so excited for her to share about her travel adventures and how Coordinates of Her began. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it...
Nov 07, 2017•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast I have known Kayla for 6 years and over the years have watched her grow into an incredible film shooter. Kayla has been featured in multiple big name publications and even teaches her own workshops in France! Kayla’s interest in photography all began in high school when she was always the girl with the camera at every event. Today, she shares with us about her journey from then to now! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings &...
Nov 02, 2017•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today I am sooo excited about this topic because I think no matter what industry you’re in…you have to market yourself. Whether you are a sales person, a photographer, a graphic designer, a business owner. That’s all pretty irrelevant because at some point or another you are going to have to step out of your comfort zone and put yourself out there. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small...
Oct 31, 2017•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast I have been so lucky to watch Katherine grow into a successful abstract artist! She is so talented with a variety of mediums including oil, watercolor, pencil and charcoal, but her favorite is when she mixes mediums! I feel so drawn to her amazing work and feel like if I could put my happiest feelings into a painting it would look like her art! Today Katherine shares how she turned her passion and hobby into her career. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll do...
Oct 26, 2017•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today, Hannah Trahan joins us on the show, and I am so excited for you guys to hear what she has to say! Hannah is an event planner in South Louisiana, specializing in weddings. She recently started her own company, Southern Couture Weddings. Hannah even planned my wedding and honeymoon! Through the years of working together, we have become such close friends, and I truly admire her hard work and passion for what she does. With over 500 weddings in the life of her career, Hannah shares her story...
Oct 24, 2017•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jacqueline is the Editor and Chief of Rangefinder Magazine, a magazine committed to presenting the most inspiring work, trends and gear in the photography industry. Jacqueline has also authored two books, Wedding Photography Unveiled and the Luminous Portrait. Jacqueline is an amazing leader and is never too busy or unavailable to help photographers who are growing their business. I am so thrilled for you all to hear more about her journey! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Clic...
Oct 19, 2017•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast This topic is one I feel everyone can benefit from. Email is so important and a go-to form of communication for clients. I used to spend hours emailing everyday. Over the years, I have found so many tricks and programs to help me cut down on time spent in my inbox. I hope these tips can help you to spend less time in your inbox and more time doing something you do enjoy! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews&qu...
Oct 17, 2017•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jose Villa is an awarded and experienced film photographer. He has photographed for a surplus of high profile clients and been published in every magazine from Vogue to Harper's Bazaar. In this interview, Jose discusses how he has grown his business and the strategies he takes to create a memorable and impactful client experience. He talks about developing your creative voice and shares a few fun stories/lessons he's learned along the way! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCA...
Oct 10, 2017•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever heard of Copywriting? ie: Written Word on Your Website, Pricing Guide, Emails...etc. Ashlyn is the Queen of Copywriting having changed her clientele from companies such as Delta Air Lines and Chick-fil-a to the top tier of Creative Entrepreneurs. She is sharing on this episode not only the importance of text on these platforms but how to improve your writing. She talks about the things she observes others doing that should be avoided as well as strategies she's picked up on he...
Oct 10, 2017•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast When I started the process of creating my latest website and branded Wordpress blog, research pointed me to Showit. I am SO glad it did. This platform allows you to design and execute your own vision with ease. The drag and drop builder is so intuitive, even allowing you to view the desktop and mobile version on the same screen! Todd Watson is the CEO of this incredible company and he's sharing all about his story to launching this company! Everything from how people are viewing your websit...
Oct 10, 2017•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Making mistakes is never fun. But since this podcast revolves around the idea of learning from the mistakes you DO make, this episode is all about what to do when you mess up! Everything from when and how to speak with your client, what to say and how to fix it. It's all in this episode of Mistakes Make Magic! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Revie...
Oct 10, 2017•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode is a behind the scenes look at the life of Catherine Guidry (Podcast Host) and Brad Domingue (Podcast Editor + Producer). Entrepreneurs: This one is for you! We're discussing the mistakes we have made in both our relationship and in business over the past nine years in hopes that you can relate and learn from them! We want this podcast to be an opportunity for everyone to grow as creatives and as people...together. We hope you enjoy this episode. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW...
Oct 10, 2017•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast A little trailer of what's to come with the Mistakes Make Magic Podcasat CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE PRICING GUIDE Download the FREE POSING GUIDE Access the FREE FACEBOOK GROUP Trial SHOWIT Join the WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SOCIETY Check out our ...
Oct 01, 2017•3 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast