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Lessons in systems and business strategy for creative entrepreneurs

Reviews

We’ve all been there—you finish up a project, the client’s happy, and now it’s time to ask for a client testimonial. But here’s the thing: a lot of people simply ask for a “quick review” and end up getting something vague like, “It was great to work with you!” And while that’s still positive, it’s […]

How to Ask for a Client Testimonial: Strategies to Request Feedback and Get Better Testimonials

Podcast

Are you looking for a unicorn to help you with your marketing tasks? In today’s episode, Emily Reagan joins us to highlight importance of hiring the right marketing assistant to help grow a creative business so you don’t have regrets. Listen in as we discuss the differences between general virtual assistants and specialized marketing assistants, […]

Hiring a Unicorn Marketing Assistant without Regret with Emily Reagan [Marketing with Intention]

Systems Expert Colie James on her computer
Honeybook

When I first started started setting up Honeybook for my clients, it felt like Honeybook had a long way to go before it was highest on my recommended CRM list. As a client experience strategist, I’m always on the lookout for ways to make booking smoother, contracts easier, and payments more streamlined. If you’re anything […]

My Absolute Favorite Feature Inside HoneyBook: The Smart Files

Marketing

Are you leaving content opportunities on the table because you’re not repurposing the content you already have? In today’s episode, Felly Day joins us to share the value of repurposing and why it’s a crucial component to intentional marketing for business owners. Listen in as she not only shares common mistakes and practical strategies, but […]

How to Repurpose Your Content with Intention with Felly Day [Marketing with Intention]

Podcast

When building out your intentional marketing plan, are you considering the power of in-person marketing? In today’s episode, Angie McPherson joins us to highlight the benefits of networking through local events, retreats, and creating your own gatherings. Listen in as she shares how to plan before an event, engage meaningfully during, and follow up afterwards […]

The Power of In-Person Marketing with Angie McPherson [Marketing with Intention]

Marketing

We naturally share our favorite items and products with our friends, but what if you could make an income by sharing business tools and products with your audience? In today’s episode, Candice Coppola joins us to share all about affiliate marketing as a business owner. Listen in as she shares how she got started, how […]

Generating Revenue in Your Business through Affiliate Marketing with Candice Coppola [Marketing with Intention]

Automation

When it comes to selling prints, there’s no reason you should be spending hours on tasks that can be done automatically (we’re all about automation and making our lives easier around here!). You’ve already poured your heart into creating stunning galleries for your clients—now it’s time to set up a system that keeps them engaged […]

Automate Your Print Sales with Pic-Time

Colie James on a Unicorn Floatie in a Palm Spring pool
Airtable

Ever feel like you’re drowning in a sea of content ideas, resources, and endless tabs? You’re not alone! The content creation process can be chaotic and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be that way. That’s why I created the Content Organization Hub – your all-in-one solution for organizing your content chaos into a streamlined, […]

The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Content with My Content Organization Hub

Podcast

Do you hesitate to invest time into email marketing due to all of the different rules you have to follow? In today’s episode, Dama Jue joins us to share the rules she’s breaking in her own email marketing strategy that are helping her find success! Plus, listen in as she walks us through her approach […]

Market Your Business Weekly with Email with Dama Jue [Marketing with Intention]

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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