Shine and Thrive Photography Podcast

Have you heard of the “pricing deadzone”? It’s what can happen when you transition from being too expensive for the affordable clients, but not priced highly enough for luxury clients to think you’re qualified! If you’ve ever experienced this OR you’ve  just generally been struggling with your inquiries and bookings right now, then I just want you to know…You’re not alone! Many photographer have b...

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In today’s Outsourcing Made Easy student success story, I’ll be chatting with Tracey about how she and her husband were able to rediscover their love of shooting and gain back 20 hours per wedding thanks to outsourcing. Tune in to discover… Tracey’s background, what drew her to Outsourcing Made Easy, and her life before getting support in her business [0.58]. [2.48] The ONE big mistake most photog...

In today’s Outsourcing Made Easy student success story I’ll be speaking with Nichole, who’s already saved 120 hours with the support of her VA in just 6 months, and 24 hours in just 4 weeks with the support of her editor thanks to outsourcing. Tune in to discover… Nichole’s background as a brand + portrait photographer and what drew her to Outsourcing Made Easy Nichole’s experience hiring a VA on...

Today, I’ll be diving into the compound effect of the choices you make in your photography business and the money you’re leaving on the table if you choose NOT to outsource (prepare to have your mind blown!) Tune in to discover… Why it’s so important to listen to your desires and to reverse engineer your success [1.13] My teaching philosophy and what you can expect from me if you join OME [2.51] T...

She’s baaack! Join me and my Outsourcing Made Easy student, Katie, as we catch up a year after our last podcast episode together. We’ll be diving into how her business has evolved since we last spoke, the support she gets in her business now, and her advice for photographers looking to leave burnout behind. Plus, she’ll be giving us a *very* special behind-the-scenes tour of the second (!) studio...

Who doesn’t love a good mashup episode? ;) Today I’m interviewing 3 of my Outsourcing Made Easy students who are in the work right NOW getting support in their businesses. Some have only just started, some are a little further down the track. My hope is that by sharing a wide range of stories, you’ll be able to see all the amazing possibilities that open up to you once you start outsourcing (and s...

I’m so excited to welcome my OME student AND past-wedding client, Nicole, to the podcast this week to talk about her journey into photography and how she was able to save 660 (!) hours during the 2023 wedding season thanks to outsourcing.  Tune in to discover… Nicole’s journey to becoming a photographer and how she was able to quit her 9-5 and go full time after just 3 months [1.45] What Nicole *r...

It’s official – AI is here to stay! So I thought it’s about time I dive in and test out some of the tools available to us as photographers…, to help YOU figure out if they can help you get back your time in an effective way, without compromising the quality of your work. Tune in to this week’s episode to get my honest, unfiltered thoughts! You’ll discover… What’s working for me and what’s not work...

Ever toyed with the idea of getting an in-person assistant? Then this week’s episode is for you! Join me as I share how I found my first home assistant locally here in Canada, plus how you can apply these same principles to get fast and effective support in YOUR business (whether virtually or in-person).  Tune in to discover… Why I decided to look for an in-person home assistant and the tasks I wa...

Today, I want to bust one of the most damaging and persistent myths I see holding so many talented photographers back from achieving the growth and freedom they deserve in their lives and businesses – the idea that outsourcing makes you any less of an artist. For years I also struggled with this belief, until a series of events and experiences shifted my perspective entirely. It’s my hope that thi...

Worried about the dip in inquiries/bookings right now and the impact of the recession on your photography business? Then this week’s episode is for you. I’m going to be diving into some mindset shifts and strategies you can use to weather this time of uncertainty, plus how you can unblock and rewire your subconscious mind for positive action through the power of RRT. Tune in to discover… The curre...

Ever feel overwhelmed by the pressure to create beautiful images in a time crunch on wedding days? Struggle to perform when you feel stressed out or when things don’t go according to plan? Not sure how to respond when your couple, family members, or wedding guests rush you along? Then this week’s episode is for you, my friend!  In this quick but powerful mini episode, I’ll be sharing some actionab...

This week, I’m doing something slightly different! I’m sharing a raw, unfiltered audio diary about the creative rut I’ve been going through over the past handful of months, in the hope that my story can support and inspire you on your own journey.  Tune in to discover… The ups and downs I’ve been experiencing in my business since January and what I’ve learned along the way  Why it doesn’t help to...

Ever wondered how to be a dog photographer? Then today’s your lucky day! Join me and Nicole Begley, pet photographer and educator, as she shares everything you need to know about working in this exciting and lucrative niche! Tune in to discover… An introduction to Nicole, her work and her mission [2.11] The question on everyone’s minds… How PROFITABLE is pet photography? (hint: you may be pleasant...

Today, we’re diving into the world of Dubsado with my special guest: fellow photographer, and workflow automations magician, Meg Cooper.  So if you’ve been thinking about elevating your client experience and freeing up your time with a powerful CRM like Dubsado, then this episode’s for you! Tune in to discover… How Meg got into the world of workflow automations [3:16] How you can use automation to...

Today, I’m diving into the ins and outs of artificial light with Eden Strader, so you can confidently take on any lighting situation that comes your way, uplevel your skills, and charge premium prices for your work! Tune in to discover… My limiting beliefs around shooting with artificial light before speaking with Eden [0.45] Why every wedding photographer NEEDS an understanding of artificial ligh...

This week I’m doing something a little different and inviting my amazing therapist, Jaime Armstrong, to the podcast! She’ll be sharing more about RRT (Rapid Resolution Therapy), EPI (Emotional Pain Intervention), and the neuroscience-based techniques that can help you reprogram your mind and stress-proof your brain. Prepare to be amazed! Tune in to discover… My personal experience with Jaime and h...

Want to avoid burnout as a photographer? Tune into this visualization exercise to help you do so ❤️ I know life can get so busy and sometimes all we need is to pause for a moment and ask ourselves “wait am I on track and aligned with my deepest desires and values? Or did I get off track somewhere?” It’ll help you get clarity on the type of lifestyle you want for your self in the near future! Be su...

Surprise! Outsourcing Made Easy is BACK! But only for a short time…  Check out this week’s episode for an inside look into an OME coaching call with one of my past students, Ashley. Plus, listen to the end to hear inspiring success stories of past OME alumni!  Tune in to discover… How to get your systems in place NOW to avoid burnout this busy season [0:05] How Outsourcing Made Easy is different f...

This week, I’m so excited to share a mini film with one of my star students, Jennifer Jacquot, about her experience with my flagship program: Outsourcing Made Easy For Photographers.  Tune in to discover… Jennifer’s background and her life before Outsourcing Made Easy [10.24] What inspired Jennifer to join OME, limiting beliefs she had before she got started, and what happened when she took the pl...

This week, I’m joined by my past student Lena! We’ll be diving into how she was able to gain back 60 hours a month, grow her business with referrals, and have more time for her family thanks to the support of her VA. Tune in to discover… – How Lena got ahead of the game to avoid burnout in her business [6:22] – Limiting beliefs that were holding Lena back from getting her first VA, vs. what actual...

This week I’m deep diving into some of the most common myths & misconceptions around getting virtual assistant support in your photography business that are stopping you from achieving the success and freedom you crave. Tune in to discover… – Myth #1 when it comes to hiring a virtual assistant [0:51] – The surprisingly affordable way you can get started with VA support in your business (these...

Buckle up! Because this week we’re going *deep* into the magic of hiring a virtual assistant in your photography business… and why it’s truly the missing ingredient to every photographer’s long-term success ;) Tune in to discover… What a virtual assistant is and the kinds of tasks they can assist you with [3.10] The admin task I easily spent 100 (!) hours on before realizing I could get cost-effec...

Resistance! We all feel it in our businesses, especially when we have to do tasks that don’t light us up or come easily to us… So what are some practical tips for flowing through these tasks with more joy and less stress? Tune into this week’s episode to find out ;) You’ll learn… Why you may be feeling more resistance in off-season [3.42] The one thing I always remind myself which never fails to m...