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Lessons in systems and business strategy for creative entrepreneurs

Podcast

Does growing your business without showing up on Instagram sound like a dream? In today’s episode, visibility strategist Kylie Kelly joins us to explain how entrepreneurs can build authority, leads, and actual paying clients without having to live on social media. If you’re tired of the “you must be on Instagram to succeed” narrative, this […]

You Can Build Authority & Visibility Without Shaking It on Social Media with Kylie Kelly

Colie James, systems expert, records podcast episode with Kara Duncan, from The Kara Report, about how a strong email strategy can convert leads into confident bookings.
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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 […]

Setting Up a CRM For Brand Photographers: The Systems Glow-Up Behind Flor Blake’s Branding Sessions

Podcast

This episode is a replay from a conversation that originally aired on the Capture the Chaos podcast with Brittnie Renee, and it perfectly captures a shift I’ve been talking about more and more lately. Most businesses shouldn’t focus on just better workflows.They need better client communication. Because if your systems technically work but still require […]

Why Clear Client Communication Is Non-Negotiable for a High-Touch Experience

Podcast

Genevieve didn’t know this when she said yes to coming on the podcast… but Email, Like You Mean It was basically made with her in mind. 😂 Because here’s the thing: she’s been in my audience forever, she’s wildly smart, and she wasn’t using the tools I normally teach (Dubsado or HoneyBook)… which meant I […]

Personalizing the Client Communication Experience with Geneviève Masioni

Podcast

If you think the key to business growth is chasing website stats, are you considering the fact that those numbers may not tell the full story? In this episode, metrics and data specialist Zoë Dew shares how tracking behaviors, not just clicks, can transform your revenue and clarity. Zoë explains how she helps creative entrepreneurs […]

Stop Chasing Vanity Metrics: The 4 Habits That Actually Grow Your Business with Zoë Dew

Colie James, systems expert, sits on couch on her laptop as she writes a post about how a strong email strategy can convert leads into confident bookings.
Podcast

I am excited to welcome Kara Duncan, Founder of The Kara Report, back to the podcast. Today we are diving into the CRM emails that actually helps your marketing efforts turn into booked clients. If you don’t know Kara, she is my blog writer, and the last time she was on the podcast she joined […]

The CRM Emails That Turn New Leads into Booked Clients Faster (Without the Sales Call) with Kara Duncan

Podcast

Do you dread the word launch, because you think that “doors open/doors close” structure feels icky? We’re flipping the script in today’s episode with Samantha Hoillett! She’s showing us how to build urgency into our launches that doesn’t feel pushy, but it does feel aligned. Listen in as we explore what urgency normally means in […]

Creating Natural Urgency without Discounts and Timers with Samantha Hoillett

Podcast

What if you could create just one piece of content and let it do the work of fifty? That’s exactly what we’re unpacking in today’s episode. Latesha Lynch joins us in today’s episode to introduce us to her concept of inception marketing—the idea that you don’t need a million pieces of content to drive engagement, […]

How to Build a Content Ecosystem that Sells for You with Latesha Lynch

Case Study

Have you been wondering what’s the best way to set up your CRM? Today’s session is going to be a mix of a case study and answers to some specific questions I’ve been getting lately about Systems in Session. I thought Megan Norman would be the perfect person to bring on because she’s been part […]

What’s the Best Way To Set Up Your CRM? CRM Blueprint vs. Systems in Session with Megan Norman

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.

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