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

Client Experience, Communication, Guest Podcast Episode, 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 […]

Colie James writes post about how to build a high-end client experience.

Build a High-End Client Experience That Practically Runs Itself

You can’t charge premium prices for a mediocre experience, and deep down, you already know that. To build a high-end client experience, you don’t need to be doing more or adding any fancy extras. Instead, you need to create a process that feels effortless for your clients and sustainable for you. When clients invest in […]

Automation, Client Experience, Communication, Productivity

Dubsado templates for photographers

Dubsado Workflow Errors: 3 Common Mistakes Breaking Your Automations

You set up a shiny new workflow in Dubsado. You hit “Activate.” You’re ready to sit back and let the automation magic happen. And then… nothing or worse, Dusbado Workflow Errors. Your workflow pauses. A random error message pops up. Your client gets half the emails they were supposed to. If that sounds familiar, you’re […]

Client Experience, Dubsado

client emails

Can Writing Better Client Emails Make You $15K?

Case Study, Client Experience, Communication

Client emails can change everything in your business. The right message can move a lead from “I don’t have time” to “Where do I sign?” The wrong one can leave them cold, confused, or gone for good. That’s why I want to tell you about Geneviève. She joined my “Email Like You Mean It” course […]

photographer gallery delivery

How to Nail Your Photographer Gallery Delivery (and Streamline Your Offboarding Workflow)

Photographer gallery delivery is one of the most overlooked parts of the client journey. So many photographers pour their energy into the inquiry, booking, and onboarding phases—but once the event is over, communication tends to fall off. And yet, this final phase is one of the most important touchpoints for delivering a truly elevated client […]

Automation, Client Experience, Communication, Photographers

client emails vs email marketing

Client Emails vs. Email Marketing: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)?

When it comes to running a service-based business, it’s important to understand the difference between client emails vs. email marketing. Email marketing courses often focus on building lists and selling to a broad audience, but client emails are about 1:1 communication that shapes your client experience. In this post, we’ll break down how the two […]

Business, Client Experience, Communication

Improve Client Trust & Increase Conversions through Asynchronous Video with Carolyn Leasure

Automation, Client Experience, Podcast, Uncategorized

I’ve been shouting from the rooftops about using video in your client experience—and today, I’ve got backup. In this episode, I’m joined by Carolyn Leasure, a website evolution expert who turns scrappy Squarespace sites into smooth, branded systems. We’re diving into the magic of asynchronous video and how it can transform the way you connect […]

Creating Accountability in Airtable with Melissa Arlena

If you’re not tracking it, you’re winging it. That’s why it’s important to have a system in place to help keep you accountable. In this episode, Melissa Arlena joins us to discuss the power of airtable and accountability. Listen in as we discuss systematizing recurring revenue and keeping clients from slipping through the cracks. Whether […]

Airtable, Automation, Client Experience, Podcast

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Want to Make More Sales as a Brand Photographer? Start Here.

If you’re wondering how to raise your prices and still actually book those higher-ticket clients, I want to make sure you’re not just tweaking your packages or updating your website again. Because honestly? That’s not what’s keeping people from booking your services. You need a client experience that’s easy, automated, and built to sell for […]

Client Experience

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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