Shoot It Straight

Does being booked and busy truly mean success? Today’s episode is the first in a four-part series on my unpopular opinions about commonly-held beliefs in the wedding photography business. I’m starting off by disputing the claim that a full calendar has anything to do with your success.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us eac...

On today’s one-year anniversary episode of the Shoot It Straight podcast, I’m being interviewed by my business bestie, Colie James. Colie has been a guest on the show multiple times now, and she is the perfect person to talk with about building a business, creating online courses and in-person retreats, and crafting my mastermind. I am sharing my journey from lifestyle photographer to educator and...

In this week’s episode, I’m talking about shame. As creative entrepreneurs, we are our brand, so we often feel a deep sense of shame when something goes wrong in our business. Today I am sharing seven of the most common ways that I see shame pop up for photographers and creatives, and what you can do to move past it.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photog...

What if you had the time and space to breathe while running your business? Today’s episode is inspired by words of wisdom shared by my instructor in a recent yoga class. Her words resonated with me so much that I knew I had to share her message of moving at a pace that sustains us - and our businesses - over time.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photograp...

Are you constantly rushing and seeing your big ideas flop? Today’s episode is an add-on to the conversation I recently had with Becky Hoschek about living in a perpetual state of hurry. I am sharing what a difference it can make to your life and your business when you create from a state of passionate urgency, rather than constant fear and scarcity.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought t...

This one is for the moms. If you are anything like myself or today’s guest, Brittnie Renee, you are more than likely so ready for the start of the school year and to switch off from summer mom duties. In this episode, Brittnie and I are talking all about getting back into work mode, doing an audit on your time, and dealing with mom guilt as a business owner.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is...

No matter what kind of creative business owner you are, it is time to prepare for the fall busy season and the holiday rush. Getting a plan in place now will prevent the all-too-common burnout that can hit entrepreneurs by the end of the year. In today’s episode, I am sharing three steps that are crucial for not just surviving busy season, but thriving.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is broug...

How do you get the inquiries that you truly want? Maybe your specific interests have changed or you’re adding an offer to your business, but you’re dying to book more with a new type of client. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the two most important steps for getting the inquiries you’re dreaming of.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educato...

Today’s episode is the final part in the current replay series, and features a conversation between myself and Amanda Warfield of the Chasing Simple podcast. Amanda and I are chatting about business sustainability and what it means to set your business up for long-term success. We are sharing practical tips and action steps that you can take today to avoid burnout and create a thriving business.&n...

Today’s episode is a replay of a conversation between myself and my business bestie, Colie James, on her podcast, Business-First Creatives . This conversation is one I am incredibly passionate about, as we are covering everything to do with burnout. I am sharing my own story of massive overwhelm throughout the first few years of my business, what I did to fix it, and what keeps me from experiencin...

Today’s episode is a replay of a conversation between my friend Kate Hejde and I on her podcast, How You Pictured It . This may be one of my favorite podcast interviews ever, as it is vulnerable and real. Kate and I are discussing our personal experiences with grief, and what it is like to be a business owner while going through life and the grieving process.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is...

In today's bonus episode, I'm taking you on a business tip road trip with seven other photography educators and podcast hosts, where we give you bite-size tips and teachings to help your business grow! Make sure you take a listen, download everyone's freebies, and check out their podcasts! The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each...

One of the biggest challenges that female creative entrepreneurs face is the creation of healthy habits and routines. My guest today is the incredible Jessica Massey of the Hustle Sanely brand, joining me to discuss why these habits are so crucial to supporting your creative lifestyle. We are sharing our own stories of developing habits and routines, while also navigating motherhood and entreprene...

Today we are talking about something that basically everybody wants: to make more money and to book more clients. I’m sharing what I believe is the easiest way to create more business for yourself, yet is so often overlooked by photographers and entrepreneurs. I’m hoping that today’s episode will relieve some of the stress and sticky points around marketing yourself, and make it easy to connect wi...

If you notice that your calendar is a bit emptier and business is moving slower than usual, it’s not just you. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a candid interview with my business bestie Colie James, and we are discussing what photographers and business owners can do to deal with a recession. We are sharing our best suggestions for what you can do today to proactively prepare yourself for slower bu...

Summer is here and the fall busy season is just around the corner. In today’s episode, I’m discussing one of my greatest tips for managing your busy season and getting your time back: outsourcing your editing. I’m sharing why it is so important to start with an editor right now in order to get back years of your life and so much of your energy.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you...

It’s the first week of summer, and you’re running a household and a business. It can feel like a lot, but you want it to feel easy. How do you do it? In this episode, I’m going to share with you my approach to creating a summer of ease and grace that allows me to spend quality time with my family and still show up for my clients.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Geb...

Are you living in a state of perpetual hurry? You are constantly rushing from one task to the next, seemingly never able to pause and catch your breath. In today’s episode, I’m joined by mindset coach Becky Hoschek. Becky is sharing incredible insight as to how we become stuck in this state of hurry, how it is harming our quality of life, and what we can do to finally get out of it. The Shoot It S...

One of the most common struggles that I hear from my coaching clients is that they are unable to gain any traction on a goal or project. And my question always is, have you carved out the time and mental space to ensure that the work actually gets done? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the reality check and pep talk you need to make sure that your busy schedule includes the time for your dreams.&nb...

You’ve found a creative passion and decided to go for it and start a business. You’re working hard and staying busy, but you look around and realize that you are often alone. In today’s episode, I’m sharing four reasons why it is so crucial to have genuine friendships among industry peers. I’m digging into how much of an impact those connections can have as you navigate the unique challenges that...

Is education truly worth the investment after you’ve been in business for over a decade? In today’s episode, I’m discussing the value of education for long-time business owners with my friend and fellow photographer Natasha Sewell. We’re sharing our perspectives on which education experiences to invest in and the value you can still gain when you are no longer a newbie.  The Shoot It Straight...

Are you in a vicious cycle of burnout? In today’s episode, I am finally diving deep into the topic of burnout and practices to put in place in your business so that you experience it less often. I’ll also be sharing how to pull yourself out of the cycle. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to...

If you are a creative entrepreneur, this episode is for you. Yes, that’s the only prerequisite! In today’s episode I am speaking with business coach Val Duvick all about finances and money mindset. We are discussing why so many female creatives struggle with pricing, profits, and their own worth when it comes to money, plus how to begin taking control over your financial situation today.  The...

If you are a creative entrepreneur, you are bound to struggle with imposter syndrome at some point. Today’s episode is the pep talk you need when you find yourself deep in that battle. I hope this serves as a reminder that you deserve to be here, you can be successful, and the only person you need to compare yourself to is who you were yesterday.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to y...

Are you making progress on your goals? Now that we are wrapping up the first quarter of 2023, it is a perfect time to check in with your original goals for the year. In today’s episode, I’m sharing five questions to ask yourself in order to review your progress and continue with your goals with a holistic approach.  The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photogra...