“ Any business owner who needs a system or who gets in their way like I do, they need to join Systems in Session, it’ll be the best decision they make of 2026.” (actual words from Megan when we set up her professional home organizer business in Honeybook) Megan Smith is a full-time teacher, a mom […]
If you don’t know when a client should come back, they won’t know either. Most photographers deliver the gallery, send one final email, and then everything goes quiet. But if you want rave reviews, referrals, and repeat clients, you have to make returning the obvious next step. Before we dive in though – hi! I’m […]
Today, I’m sharing another case study episode that came out of Systems in Session. This one will be a little different from the others because this client actually joined Systems in Session about eight months ago (and she’s accomplished a lot since then). She’s also someone who ended up switching CRMs to Honeybook prior to […]
If you’re looking to boost your client retention as a photographer, and you should be, it’s time to take a closer look at how (and when) you’re communicating. As someone who has set up dozens of client booking systems for photographers, I’m here to tell you that so many creatives lose out on repeat business. […]
Branding photography is having a moment and honestly, it’s about time. As more entrepreneurs become the face of their businesses, the demand for intentional, story-driven imagery has exploded. But with that growth comes a truth most people don’t want to talk about: you can’t deliver a high-end branding experience with duct-taped systems and crossed fingers […]
Business-First Creatives is a podcast for photographers and creative service providers who want a business that feels easier to run, more intentional behind the scenes, and sustainable long-term.
The conversations here focus on the parts of business that quietly shape everything else: client experience, communication, systems, marketing, pricing decisions, visibility, and the choices that support long-term growth without burning you out.
I'm a Disney-loving family photographer, and filmmaker turned Workflow and Automations Guru who helps creative service providers automate their sh*t, reclaim their time and get back to living!
With 10+ years in the creative space, Colie believes every creative deserves to build a business that is sustainable and profitable, and no one should quit their 9 to 5 only to work 24/7 [in their business].
The truth—automated systems can save us all from being overworked and overwhelmed.
I believe every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit.
Hi, I'm Colie.
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