Play It Brave Podcast

Do the holidays tend to trigger you and fill you with stress? Listen in while I chat with my sisters Brooke and April about how we have started to heal generational trauma and bring our family closer together to enjoy the holidays free of stress. Meet April Benincosa: April is the heart of the family and an embodiment of the lover archetype. You'll often find April hosting family parties and shari...

Many people know how to get rich, but few truly know the road to building long term wealth. Learn from Candy Valentino, a serial entrepreneur and wealth building genius, as we discuss her new book WEALTH HABITS: Six Ordinary Steps to Achieve Extraordinary Financial Freedom.  About Candy Valentino: During her two-and-a-half decades as an entrepreneur, Valentino has been named to Top Business Leader...

The biggest thing I hear from photographers is how temporary their career is. Almost all of the photographers who go through my coaching programs talk about how they plan to pivot into something else (which I do highly recommend if that's your dream). But for those of you who truly find joy photography and don't want your career to end just because you're burnt out, then tune in to hear what Sandr...

Imagine working with only FOUR clients per year. And not only that, these clients trust your vision and expertise so implicitly that they reached out to you exclusively to do the job. You're able to take a sabbatical each year, pick up your kids from school each day, travel the world, or whatever you decide YOUR rich life looks like. Your confidence and a few insider tips could get you there, so l...

Instagram getting you down? In this strategy-packed episode, I chat with my Self Made Alum, Amber Courtney about the tactics she used to boost her Instagram following by 10k in less than 6 months – resulting in a $40k course pre-launch. Come away from this episode with a different perspective and a handful of great strategies you may be overlooking. About Amber Courtney: Amber Courtney, owner of L...

As of late, the term Quiet Quitting has been circulating around the internet. As I see it, the underlying cause of this trendy concept being the culture of overworking and hustle that has plagued women desiring success and financial freedom for generations.  As an entrepreneur, you might be sitting on the sidelines shaking your head because you don't have the luxury of doing the bare minimum in yo...

Wondering if it's time for you to add coaching or mentorship to your business? The truth is, some people jump into the education space too early… On today's episode I'm outlining the 10 benchmarks you should meet before becoming a coach or mentor. Hit play! SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/ coach-mentor

A year ago I almost said no to 1 million dollars. I had decided my annual goal (for multiple years in a row) wasn't in the cards and I would just coast through the rest of the year (sounds nice, right?) It took a little convincing from my coach, a mindset shift, creativity, and some strategy, but I did it. And the best part? You can too. It's never too late to reach your goals – in fact – the four...

Over the past 9 years as an entrepreneur I've slowly built my empire and made 4 million dollars and counting… The truth is, I'm not on a fast track to growth that it often seems many entrepreneurs get a first class ticket to. My path to the millionaire benchmark was in fact slow, but oh so sweet. In this episode I'm sharing my top four tips to reaching your version of wealth, and how you, too can...

Tired of spending hours upon hours creating content and dancing for likes with little to show for it? We all love to complain about the algorithm, but what if I told you there's a better way? Dive into this episode with my friend, past coaching client, and fellow photographer, Heather Anderson, while we chat about how paid advertisement has changed our businesses for the better, and how you can to...

I've read all the things on the internet about an impending recession. But what if your mindset was  RECESSION PROOF . What if  your  business was so intentional and systematic that no economic event could touch it with a ten foot pole?  Successful people beat the odds  all the time . Do you have what it takes to be someone who constantly proves the naysayers wrong? Anything is possible when you b...

If marketing and sales feel slimy to you, then today's episode will give you a fresh perspective. Ryan Ray is a former fireman turned world-renowned photographer with a passion for serving his people. He doesn't rely on formulas or set strategies to grow his business. Instead, he relies on connection, relationships, and building a beautiful reputation. Tune in to hear his story on how he took his...

Ready to raise your prices, but worried about losing your clients and customers? Listen in on this exclusive preview of The Money Map course where I walk you through what you need to do to raise your prices with confidence (and without the bat of an eye from your clients)! Let's get started. SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/money/ how-to-raise-your-prices

This bonus episode combines three of my favorite things: sleeping, eating, and sexy men. Wrap yourself up and hit play while Nathan Freitas lulls you to sleep while tantalizing your senses.

Are you doing enough storytelling in your business? Are you telling the right stories for your brand? Do you even know how to tell a compelling story? Tune into this episode with Storytelling Expert and Photographer/Cinematographer, Nathan Freitas. Nathan and I share a candid conversation about what makes a compelling story, what stories you SHOULDN'T be telling, and how to tell your stories so th...

Have you been telling yourself "one day I'll travel the world"? It's time to stop putting it off and experience the expansion that happens when you step out of your daily life and plunge into the unknown wonders of other cultures. Imagine the stories and growth that can happen along the way! In this episode, my friend Bronwyn and I chat about an Egyptian journey we're going on this year and we inv...

Does the term In Person Sales make you shutter? What if I told you there's a way to implement IPS that feels natural and allows you to get to 6-figures and beyond? Today's guest, Brittany Elise Anderson is a motherhood photographer and In-Person *Service* expert who is pioneering fresh new ways to bring in the extra income from full-service offers and finished products. If you're even the tiniest...

Calling all women! Have you ever felt like the dream of being rich is for men? The stigma around wealthy women is still a very real thing in our society, and today fellow photographer and mastermind leader, Elena S Blair and I shed some light on why the "more money, more problems" belief is the biggest misconception. Take it from two wealthy women themselves: you have the right, and dare I say – d...

From marketing her business on Craigslist to being featured on Martha Stewart Weddings Best Of list, Abby Jiu is a true inspiration to all of us wherever we are in our journey. On this episode Abby and I dive into the intentional strategy that landed her many publications features and luxury weddings and we outline a few tactics you may not have heard before. Let her transformation story be your k...

Do you feel like you have to be highly energetic and hyper-involved photographer to make your couples feel comfortable in front of the camera? Let's be honest, it's not for everyone. I personally struggled with this idea of who I needed to be as a photographer, so in this episode we're taking a look at a fresh perspective on running a successful photography business. Anni Graham is on the podcast...

If you're a photographer who has ever thought about expanding your business to include other revenue streams (or maybe you haven't even thought about it) then this episode is for you! Amy McVey is a marketing and branding expert and the brains behind the Erich McVey "empire" outside of photography. In this episode she gives us a behind the scenes peek into what their marketing strategies have look...

We all have photographers we follow that continuously post photos that stop you in your scroll. For me, Lucy Muñoz is one of them. Today on the podcast, Lucy and I are chatting about how she makes sure she gets THE SHOT at every wedding. The one that sends chills down your spine, gets chosen for a magazine cover, and is a true masterpiece. If you want to take your work from mediocre to a scroll-st...

Last year I did my first ½ million dollar launch, and when that same launch rolled around this year I become obsessed with one thing. Doing it all again. I had a major fear of failure. Fast forward two months, we're now post-launch and the good news is I had an even bigger launch than last year, but it took some major up-leveling. In this episode, I'm outlining everything I did to ensure a success...

In this episode I'm diving into my experiences with Ayahuasca, what it is, and what I've learned from it. Please come to this episode with an open and curious mind, and not from a place of judgement. If you're wondering what Ayahuasca is, and how it could benefit you, then let's dive in! SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/mindset/ 10-lessons-i-learned-from-ayahuasca

What was the best testimonial you've received? What was the worst? These highs and lows of your business are there to show you where you could refine and align your offers and pricing to serve people better. Today I'm sharing two case studies of two women who have gone through the Self Made Phase 1 Mastermind with me. Each woman faced challenges with pricing and offers before their mastermind expe...