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.
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Are you using the power of storytelling in your business? Storytelling offers relatability and authenticity for connection with our audience, which builds trust. Storytelling strategist Akua Konadu joins us to share seven storytelling trends that you should implement into your marketing today! LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLAYER Apple Podcast App | Spotify | Amazon | Youtube Guest Bio: Akua Konadu […]
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In this episode of the Business First Creatives Podcast, I invited one of my Biz Besties, Annemie Tonken, back for like the 4th time (?) to obsess over our shared love for organizing your business using Airtable. We discuss its advantages over traditional CRMs like Dubsado and HoneyBook for team communication, consolidating data, and the […]
Are you ready to automate you social media sales strategy? In today’s episode, Dayna Schaaf joins us to discuss the power of ManyChat and automations for marketing. Listen in as we walk through setting up trigger words and automated responses in Instagram DMs and how they can help photographers efficiently handle client inquiries, build engaging […]
Do you have a hate-hate relationship with Quickbooks? Yeah, not love hate, just hate. This is all too familiar with many small business owners who have to be involved in their own accounting needs. In today’s episode, Madison Brown of Madison Dearly joins us to share why small business owners should consider making the switch […]
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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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