Called to Both - Balancing Motherhood and Business for Photographers

If you're thinking about being a guest on more podcasts this year, you're in the right place! In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can become a favorite podcast guest that is remembered and asked back! From creating a wonderful experience for the host, providing unique and valuable education to their listeners, and going above and beyond to stand out, it's time to get visible through podcast guesting this year!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Explore the value of visibility through podcast guesting.
2. Understand the three phases of being a good podcast guest.
3. Learn the importance of collaboration as a podcast guest.

Find it quickly:

1:28 - Podcast Guesting
3:30 - Phase 1 - The Pitch
7:30 - Phase 2 - The Recording
12:30 - Phase 3 - The Promotion

Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 6: Your Business Needs a "Power Hour"
Shure MV7 Mic (What I use for the podcast currently)
Logitech Blue Yeti Mic (I’ve used this for podcasting and courses)
Logitech Web Cam

More ways to connect:

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WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

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Are you ready for one-on-one support in your business? Let's work together to grow a business that you love, without taking away from the people you love. Let's chat on a free consultation call!

Book now: joymichelle.co/coaching

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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Have you ever wanted to jump on a call with the team from Meta & Instagram? I recently got that call and had the chance to ask all of the burning questions we're dying to have answered! From the importance of the blue check mark to understanding what features are meant for growth and which for engagement, they answered it all. Listen in to get all the details from a content strategist at Instagram!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off.

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Get behind the scenes details on my call with Instagram.
2. Learn the difference in features meant for growth vs. engagement.
3. Explore the importance of Broadcast channels and how to use them.

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2:41 - Instagram Called Me
5:37 - Instagram Stories
9:50 - Broadcast Channels
11:39 - The Blue Check Mark
14:28- Hashtags on Reels
15:33 - Consistency & Engagement
16:49 - Instagram Lives
17:34 - Growing on Instagram

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Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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Have you streamlined your business with the right tools, softwares, and apps? As a business owner, there are so many things to consider, so when it comes to optimizing the behind the scenes of your business! In today’s episode, I'm sharing the tools I use in my business, what I use them for, why I use them, and the cost for each. I always enjoy episodes like these when other creatives do them, and just really like knowing what other creatives use to run the day-to-day operations in their businesses.

(This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was May 2, 2022)

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Explore what tools you should consider for your business.
2. Hear how to get the most our of your tools.
3. Determine which you should invest in.

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3:18 - About My Business & Tools

4:33 - Communication Tools

10:24 - Website Tools

12:43 - Teach Tools

24:23 - Personal Tools

26:02 - MileIQ 

27:02 - Focus & Snapseed

Mentioned in this Episode:
Try Honeybook >>
Try Notion >>
Try Slack >>
Try Voxer >>
Try G Suite >>
Try Google Drive >>
Try Showit >>
Try Yoast >>
Try Tailwind >>
Try Tubebuddy >>
Try Planoly >>
Try Kajabi >>
Try Flodesk >>
Try Canva Pro >>
Try LR Classic >>
Try Pixieset >>
Try Zoom >>
Try Audible >>
Check Out My Shop >>
Try Toggl >>
Try MileIQ >>
Try Focus >>
Try Snapseed >>

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community 

Are you ready for one-on-one support in your business? Let's work together to grow a business that you love, without taking away from the people you love. Let's chat on a free consultation call!

Book now: joymichelle.co/coaching

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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Is perfectionism holding you back? Maybe you haven't even realized that you're a perfectionist. In today's episode, I'm sharing a few tell-tale signs of a perfectionist, how to distinguish standards vs. perfectionism, and four affirmations to help you overcome perfectionism.

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook, my favorite client management software, where I send contracts, get paid, and keep track of client inquiries and projects! HoneyBook allows me to send questionnaires, invoices, see easy to understand a detailed financial reports, set up meetings and appointments through their built in scheduler tool, and so much more! Try Honeybook for free and get 35% off your first year.

TRY HONEYBOOK >>

(This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was January 9, 2023)

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Learn about perfectionism vs. high standards.
2. Explore the tell-tale signs of a perfectionist.
3. Pull four affirmations to help you overcome perfectionism.

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2:26 - Perfectionism as a Business Owner

4:28 - Tell-Tale Signs of Perfectionism

11:32 - Perfectionism Holds Us Back

12:46 - Standards vs. Perfectionism

15:32 - Affirmations

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Are you ready for one-on-one support in your business? Let's work together to grow a business that you love, without taking away from the people you love. Let's chat on a free consultation call!

Book now: joymichelle.co/coaching

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

Join Now >>

CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Being a business owner requires you to be flexible and sometimes that means changing your methods in order to continue to grow and stay relevant. Having more than one way to generate revenue can be a game changer in your business. In today's episode, I'm sharing how diversifying my revenue allowed me to build an entirely new business and opened doors I used to only dream about.

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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Today’s episode is brought to you by Kajabi! I use Kajabi to house my freebies, my email list, my coaching pages, and client replay calls. Kajabi also offers podcast hosting, communities, and memberships. This all-in-one tools helps streamline my admin and marketing efforts! You can try Kajabi for free today with the link below!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Diversify Your Revenue
2. Build Brand Authority
3. Explore and Expand Your Offerings

Find it quickly:

2:28 - Building Brand Authority
4:33 - Identify Complementary Offers and Passive Income Opportunities 
10:10 - Talk to your Clients, Customers, and/or Buyers

 Mentioned in this Episode:

• Brand Authority Blueprint
• Episode 75: Affiliate Marketing for Content Creators
• Honeybook
• Episode 74: Growing Beyond Services: Building Diverse Revenue Streams

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Are you ready for one-on-one support in your business? Let's work together to grow a business that you love, without taking away from the people you love. Let's chat on a free consultation call!

Book now: joymichelle.co/coaching

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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Content marketing is one of the top mediums that small businesses can utilize in order to grow their brand. In today's episode, I'm chatting with my dear friend Jordan Jones about simplifying your content creation process and making it a consistent piece of your marketing strategy this year. If you've needed help and guidance around your content creation process, this episode is for you!

This conversation originally took place on my friend Jordan Jones's podcast and I can’t wait for you to hear this episode.

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals.

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Learn the value of creating consistent content to build brand authority.
2. Explore how to get started with content creation for your business.
3. Take the first steps to building your content strategy. 

Find it quickly:

4:54 - Content Creation & Brand Authority
10:27 - Strategy & Simplification
14:55 - Consistency
20:21 - Getting Started with Content Creation
41:58 - Rapid Fire Questions

 Mentioned in this Episode:

• Notion
• Riverside
• Facebook Studio Scheduler
• Canva
• Brand Authority Series
• Christmas LoFi Forrest Frank
• Habits at the Household

Connect with Jordan:

Website: jordanjones.co

Instagram: instagram.com/jordanjones.co

Podcast: jordanjones.co/podcast

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Are you ready for one-on-one support in your business? Let's work together to grow a business that you love, without taking away from the people you love. Let's chat on a free consultation call!

Book now: joymichelle.co/coaching

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

Join Now >>

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It's been a full year of podcasting here on Called to Both! To celebrate, my husband Felipe, is joining me for a conversation about our journey, my business, and what it looks like to be called to both. Listen in as he asks me some of your questions (and his own), but then answers some of my own questions about being married to an entrepreneur!

(This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was March 13, 2023)

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Meet my husband, Felipe!
2. Learn how partners can support their entrepreneurial spouses.
3. Hear my advice to younger, newer moms who are called to both.

Find it quickly:

:52 - Meet Felipe

1:25 - Felipe's Involvement in Joy Michelle Co

3:42 - Felipe's Support in My Business

6:09 - Advice for Spouses on a Similar Journey

7:24 - Top Moments as a Mom and Business Owner

10:30 - Advice to Pregnant Joy

12:11 - Owning a Business with One Kid vs. Two

16:28 - The Transition into Entrepreneurship in a Relationship

19:12 - What it's like to be married to a dreaming entrepreneur?

21:34 - Does he wish I would go get a job?

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

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CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

So much can happen in just one year—this year felt like so much changed. In today's episode, I'm sharing the highs and lows of 2023, along with the lessons I'll be taking into 2024. From mindset shifts to challenges faced, I'm sharing it all.

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals.

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Hear the challenges I faced in 2023.
2. Explore the highlights that came from those challenges.
3. Learn so key takeaways and lessons that I'm bringing into 2024.

Find it quickly:

2:39 - Challenges & Lessons Learned in 2023

13:20 - Highlights of 2023

17:30 - Thoughts & Takeaways

Mentioned in this Episode:

Episode 72: Sabbatical Recap: Reflections from Taking a Month Off from My Business

Episode 79: Navigating Sponsorships and Brand Deals: Are They Worth It? A Guide to More Successful Brand Collaborations

Episode 16: How to Live a Simple Yet Rich Life with Kayla Brint

Episode 49: Investing in In-Person Education: Elevate 2023 Recap

Visibility Coaching

PitchPower Templates

The Photoboss® Method

The Artist's Way

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

One of the biggest shifts that has happened in my business since becoming a mom has been the fact that I cut my work hours in half (probably more than half. In this episode (that originally aired on the Business Babes Collective Podcast), I'm walking you through my journey of entrepreneurship, the transition into education, becoming a mom, and how I'm productive as a mom who is Called to Both.

This conversation originally aired on The Business Babes Collective with Danielle Wiebe. Danielle was kind enough to let me re-air this episode here on the Called to Both Podcast!

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook, my favorite client management software, where I send contracts, get paid, and keep track of client inquiries and projects! HoneyBook allows me to send questionnaires, invoices, see easy to understand a detailed financial reports, set up meetings and appointments through their built in scheduler tool, and so much more! Try Honeybook for free and get 35% off your first year.

(This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was April 10, 2023)

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Hear my own journey to motherhood while being a business owner.
2. Explore what it means to feel called to both.
3. Find productivity tips for limited work hours.

Find it quickly:

3:38 - My Start to Entrepreneurship

10:07 - The Transition of Being Called to Both

21:09 - Productivity in Half the Hours

Mentioned in this Episode:

The Business Babes Collective with Danielle Wiebe

https://learn.joymichellephotography.com/biz-planning-guide

https://learn.joymichellephotography.com/power-hour-checklist

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE

CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

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CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Earlier this year, I got a message that someone was using my trademarked brand name as their own. I was devastated. I've worked so hard to establish Photoboss® as a brand and community and to see someone else using it really hurt. In today's episode, I'm sharing how I navigated it from a legal standpoint and the lessons I learned from it that I also took into my other brands.

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group!

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Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off.

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Hear how someone tried to steal my brand.
2. Learn what action steps I took to stop it.
3. Explore lessons in trademarks every business owner should know.

Find it quickly:

2:19 - Trademark Infringement & Protection

4:12 - Trademark Ownership

6:25 - Lesson 1

9:11 - Lesson 2

9:43 - Lesson 3

11:06 - Lesson 4

More ways to connect:

JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM

WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH

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CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE.

Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here.

CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group!

Join Now >>

CLICK HERE TO GET 30% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!