A podcast where you join me (Colie) as I chat with fellow creative entrepreneurs about how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck.




Here you'll find a no-BS approach to what it takes to put the business first, prioritizing the systems and strategies that will actually move the needle and ensure your creative business is profitable rather than an expensive side-hustle.

From how to provide a referral-worthy client experience to automation and revenue streams you'll find everything you need to become a more successful creative entrepreneur. Plus, you'll also uncover how to bring it all together in a way that brings you joy.

Guest games and a whole lotta fun

Go-to industry resources and trends

Business advice for entrepreneurs

Chats with creatives and cool experts

Marketing tips and tricks

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Perfect for binge listening on the go or while sitting in the car pool lane!




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What listeners are saying

Colie is so much fun to listen to and my business is growing as a result. The episodes actually provide great info and aren't just a giant sales pitch. Her approach is honest and to the point and makes you feel like she's rooting for your business too!

A must for photographers who want to up their business game.

Are you wanting a podcast that will teach you systems to save you? Colie will teach you how to turn the business you have into what you want. She will teach you how intentionally plan out your systems so you can have freedom from the computer. The guests she brings on are so great. It’s like a coaching call full of what you didn’t know you were missing. Start at the beginning, you need ALL she has to offer! A must listen for sure for anyone looking to systematize their life!

Level up your life with Colie James

If you've ever wished you had a friend who had already done all the research and testing and could just tell you exactly what to buy or what to do to get the results you wanted, you should make friends with Colie... or at least listen to the podcast. Colie is a genius when it comes to smart systems, and manages to make talking about them truly fun. This podcast is a gold mine for any creative trying to run a business!

Listen to this woman!!!

Colie provides so much value for her listeners. I learn something new that I can implement to improve my business processes and mindset every time! Colie doesn’t hold back on calling it like it is and driving you to take action.

Valuable and actionable for all business owners!

Colie knows her stuff and tells it straight. Her podcast is literally like hoping on a quick mentoring call and getting solid information to move the needle in business. 

Straight talk to move the needle

I've been getting business advice from Colie for yearrrrrs and I am STILL learning so much from here. Each episode has me reaching for my notes, writing down some new epiphany, some new idea for my business. Colie offers so much value for business, big and small, and presents it all in an extremely accessible, straightforward, and hilarious way.

So much valuable info!

The Business-First Creatives podcast is THE podcast for entrepreneurs who need to infuse better systems into their business. Colie keeps things fun, while also teaching things that many might consider boring.

Fun AND Educational

SAMANTHA MABE - podcast host + Website Designer

Colie provides so much value for her listeners. I learn something new that I can implement to improve my business processes and mindset every time! Colie doesn’t hold back on calling it like it is and driving you to take action.

Valuable and actionable for all business owners!

SABRINA GEBHARDT - PHOTOGRAPHER + MENTOR

Colie knows her stuff and tells it straight. Her podcast is literally like hoping on a quick mentoring call and getting solid information to move the needle in business. 

Straight talk to move the needle

Kayla Maltese - PHOTOGRAPHER + MENTOR

I've been getting business advice from Colie for yearrrrrs and I am STILL learning so much from here. Each episode has me reaching for my notes, writing down some new epiphany, some new idea for my business. Colie offers so much value for business, big and small, and presents it all in an extremely accessible, straightforward, and hilarious way.

So much valuable info!

What listeners are saying

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.

Hi, I'm Colie.

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I believe every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit.

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