Called to Both - Balancing Motherhood and Business for Photographers

164: 2025 Year in Review: Highs, Lows, Lessons, and What’s Coming Up Next


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This year taught me more than I ever expected. There were wins, challenges, business growth, motherhood, maternity leave, and more. In this episode, I’m walking you through my full Year in Review, highlighting what worked, what didn’t, the surprising lessons learned, and what I’m taking into 2026 with renewed clarity and intentional focus.

Listen in as I share insights from a year that included launching a new offer, scaling systems, taking a 12‑week paid maternity leave, and showing up again with more resilience than ever. Whether you’re wrapping up your year or beginning your planning, this episode is your invitation to take meaningful stock of your own business.

In this Episode:

  • Big wins in business and strategy that moved the needle in 2025
  • Honest lessons from things that fell flat
  • Why reviewing your year matters — not just for numbers, but for perspective

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00:46 - Reflecting on Business Practices

01:41 - Podcast Introduction and Personal Journey

03:33 - CEO Review and Yearly Reflection

05:17 - Wins and Successes of 2025

12:14 - Challenges and Lessons Learned

18:06 - Highs and Lows of the Year

24:04 - Looking Forward to 2026

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Called to Both - Balancing Motherhood and Business for PhotographersBy Joy Michelle, Coach for Photographers

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