The 3 Photography Tools I Can’t Live Without in My Business

Client Experience, Dubsado, Honeybook, Photographers, Pictime

When I started my photography business, I didn’t realize how much time I’d spend doing things other than taking photos. From inquiries to contracts, editing, delivering galleries, selling albums, and everything in between—it’s a lot. Over the years, I’ve tried countless systems, apps, and tools to make my life easier, but there are three I […]

Effective Marketing for Photographers with Sabrina Gebhardt [Marketing with Intention]

Gone are the days where your photos is enough to market your photography business—even if you are an amazing photographer. In an oversaturated market, you have to do more and stand out. In today’s episode, Sabrina Gebhardt joins us to share how photographers can create valuable, non-salesy content through their email marketing to better connect […]

Marketing, Photographers, Podcast

Make More Money as a Newborn Photographer (My Baby Plan!)

Want to make more money as a newborn photographer? Who doesn’t? And while there is a lot of “just raise your rates” advice out there for photographers, today, I want to share all about my baby plan (what’s made me more money as a newborn photographer). If you’re looking to increase your income, build stronger […]

Dubsado, Honeybook, Photographers

Honeybook vs Dubsado: Is One Is Better For Photographers?

Dubsado, Honeybook, Photographers

When it comes to managing the business side of photography (or any visual art), a good Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system can be a lifesaver. After experimenting with a few (okay – a lot), I’ve found that Honeybook and Dubsado stand out over and over again as my go-to tools. Both have their pros and […]

4 Dubsado Templates for Photographers That Want More Time Back In Their Life

Today, we’re diving into the magic of Dubsado templates and forms that are going to streamline your photography business. If you’ve been stressed out and dropping more than a ball or two, don’t worry. You’re not alone (and this is a judgment-free zone). I’m going to share four Dubsado templates for photographers, plus, I’ll answer […]

Business, Client Experience, Dubsado, Photographers

How Jess Built Her Business on Hawaiian Vacations with Jess Fernandez

When you’re building a photography business, you’re often focused on marketing to your local market—but what if your target audience actually consists of tourists who don’t live near you? Jess Fernandez built her business on exactly that: Hawaiian vacations.  Living in Maui, Jess realized that the best portrait market for her to dive into was […]

Photographers, Podcast

Gaining Photography Clients through Silent Auctions and Free Services with Rebecca Hunnicutt

Marketing, Photographers, Podcast

You’ve probably been told that you can’t gain anything more than visibility by offering your services for free. If you do it right, you can actually gain long-term, recurring clients and revenue! In today’s episode, Rebecca Hunnicutt shares how she donated her photography services to silent auctions, which helped her gain new photography clients! Plus, […]

Full-Time Processes for Part-Time Photographers with Lydia Fine

Many photographers dream of a part-time business that allows them to earn extra money while still focusing on family and/or a full-time career. In this episode, we explore the unique challenges of being a part-time creative entrepreneur while carefully orchestrating resources and support systems necessary to thrive both personally and professionally. Lydia shares invaluable insights […]

Photographers, Podcast

Insights on Diversifying Income Streams in Your Photography Business (Beyond Services: Expanding Your Offer Suite) with Maddie Peschong

What should you have in place before you begin diversifying income streams within your photography business? In this episode, Colie chats with returning guest Maddie Peschong about creating new income streams as a multi-passionate creative photographer. Listen in as she shares her unpopular opinion regarding what you MUST do before you jump into creating new […]

Photographers, Podcast

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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