Called to Both - Balancing Motherhood and Business for Photographers

When you're called to both, it can feel like you are being pulled in one million directions at all times. Not only do you have to make an unreasonable amount of decisions in a day, but we're also distracted by both physical and digital clutter in our everyday lives. Let's review our time management strategy! In this episode, I'm sharing how you can create more time and space in your days by building more margin and whitespace.

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Learn how to declutter digital and physical spaces.
2. Create rules around boundaries.
3. Simplify decisions and task in your daily life.

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2:27 - Ways to Create More Time and Space in Your Days

3:33 - Declutter Your Space

7:20 - Digital Declutter

9:16 - Set a New Rule Custom to You

16:45 - The Rule of One

Mentioned in this Episode:

 Photoboss Method

Take Back Your Time by Christy Wright

Slack

Notion

Blog:  Softwares and tools

Honeybook

Factor

Robot Vacuum

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As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, you may have a hard time not only crafting your brand message to speak to multiple audiences, but also ensuring that it's an impactful one. In today's special conversation, I'm sharing an exclusive episode from Jess Jordana's Pop Up Podcast! Jess brought me on to share about building an impactful brand message, especially when you talk to more than one audience, or sell more than one thing or service!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Learn how to craft a momentous message.
2. Explore what marketing to two different audiences looks like.
3. Hear my own experience in successfully connecting with two audiences.

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2:01 - The Pop Up Podcast

6:30 - Challenges in Serving Two Audiences

8:33 - Things that Have Made Serving Two Audiences Easier

26:03 - My Tip to Crafting a Momentous Message

33:27 - What Momentous Message Means to Me

Mentioned in this Episode:

Episode 15 with Jess Jordana

Jess' Free Video Series

Connect with Jess:

Website: jessicajordana.com

Shop: jessicajordana.com/shop

Instagram: @jessjordana

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Educational opportunities like conferences are a great way to take a step back and really focus on your business, which is exactly what happened for Kayla Brint and me at the Elevate Conference in January! In today's episode, we're recapping our biggest takeaways, some of the raw and real moments of leaving our families at home, and what's going to be changing moving forward in our businesses as a result of this conference.

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Learn about in-person education.
2. Explore what preparing for a conference looks like.
3. Gather our biggest takeaways from Elevate 2023.

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4:13 - Our Business Bestie Story

7:33 - What made you decide to attend a business conference?

11:01 - Leading up to the conference, how did you feel, what did you expect, and how did you prepare?

17:00 - What’s one thing that surprised you about the conference?

19:51 - What’s something you learned about yourself or as a result of the conference?

24:33 - Do you have a top takeaway or quote you learned as a result of elevate?

31:09 - What’s something you’ll be doing DIFFERENTLY because of something you learned during this conference?

Mentioned in this Episode:

letselevatetogether.co

Episode 16 with Kayla

Overcoming Underearning

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Is there sommething keeping you from hitting your goals or allowing you to grow at the pace you expect? You might be missing accountability in your business. In this episode, I'm sharing all about the value of accountability, investing in your growth, and a few specific paths to get there.

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook! HoneyBook is the client management software that I've been using for years to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of all of my client inquiries and projects. Inside of HoneyBook, I can see at a glance exactly where my projects are in a timeline! I love that I can use this for sending questionnaires, setting up recurring invoices, and book calls through their built in scheduler tool and so much more! You can try Honeybook for 50% off today with the link below!

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Understand the importance of accountability.
2. Explore places to find accountability.
3. Get insight on two keys to accountability.

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2:21 - Accountability is Key to Success in Business

4:47 - Peer to Peer Masterminds

5:51 - Group + 1:1 Business Mentorship

7:35 - Conferences and Workshops

10:34 - Two Keys to Accountability

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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.

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Building your team along with your business is more nuanced than just outsourcing and getting the help, right? In this episode, I'm sharing where you should start, the questions to ask yourself before you hire, and how to actually find your first team member!

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook! HoneyBook is the client management software that I've been using for years to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of all of my client inquiries and projects. Inside of HoneyBook, I can see at a glance exactly where my projects are in a timeline! I love that I can use this for sending questionnaires, setting up recurring invoices, and book calls through their built in scheduler tool and so much more! You can try Honeybook for 50% off today with the link below!

TRY HONEYBOOK >>

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Determine if you need a VA or a new software.
2. Decide what tasks you want to hand off in your business.
3. Walk through the steps to making your first hire in business.

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2:21 - Growing a Team for Your Business

3:40 - Is hiring the right fit?

8:21 - Your Guide to Hiring for Your Business

11:55 - Finding Potential Hires for Your Business

Mentioned in This Episode:

Episode 10

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Support from those closet to you is something we all long for in our businesses, but unfortunately that's not always the case. Whether it's unpleasant remarks, disrespect towards your business, or even just an obvious lack of support, coming from your loved ones hurts a little deeper. In today's episode, I'm share what you can do when that happens to you.

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook! HoneyBook is the client management software that I've been using for years to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of all of my client inquiries and projects. Inside of HoneyBook, I can see at a glance exactly where my projects are in a timeline! I love that I can use this for sending questionnaires, setting up recurring invoices, and book calls through their built in scheduler tool and so much more! You can try Honeybook for 50% off today with the link below!

TRY HONEYBOOK >>

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Identify how lack of support shows up in others.
2. Learn two mindset shifts to help you handle the lack of support.
3. Explore how to set boundaires with those closest to you.
4. Hear three steps to help you gain support from your spouse.

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2:56 - What to Do When the People Closest to You Don’t Support Your Business

7:07 - Establishing Yourself as a Business Owner to Your Loved Ones

10:17 - Mindset Shifts for YOU to Handle the Lack of Support

12:42 - Boundaries to Draw with Friends and Family

18:05 - Gaining Support from Your Spouse

Mentioned in This Episode:

Boundaries in Your Business

Boundaries with Your Clients

Val Duvick's Episode

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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.

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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! HoneyBook is the client management software that I've been using for years to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of all of my client inquiries and projects. Inside of HoneyBook, I can see at a glance exactly where my projects are in a timeline! I love that I can use this for sending questionnaires, setting up recurring invoices, and book calls through their built in scheduler tool and so much more! You can try Honeybook for 50% off today with the link below!

TRY 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 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

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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.

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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With a new year, comes the opportunity to cultivate high impact habits in your life. In this episode, I'm sharing a few habits that have made a huge impact on my life both personally and professionally! Through implementing these simple and easy habits, you'll find yourself living a Called to Both life.

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook! HoneyBook is the client management software that I've been using for years to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of all of my client inquiries and projects. Inside of HoneyBook, I can see at a glance exactly where my projects are in a timeline! I love that I can use this for sending questionnaires, setting up recurring invoices, and book calls through their built in scheduler tool and so much more! You can try Honeybook for 50% off today with the link below!

TRY HONEYBOOK >>

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In This Episode You'll:

1. Learn three simple habits for living Called to Both.
2. Understand the value of habits and routines.
3. Explore new resources for habits.

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:40 - 3 Simple Habits for Living a Called to Both Life

3:40 - A Daily Journaling Habit

7:24 - An End-of-the-Workday Wrap Up

10:34 - Weekly Walks

Mentioned in This Episode:

Atomic Habits

The Artist's Way

Walking in this World

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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.

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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A little note from me to you!! Here’s what’s coming up in 2023 on the podcast: In January we’re going to be discussing cultivating better habits, dealing with unsupportive family members in your business, and keys to overcoming perfectionism in your content and on social media.

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

More ways to connect:

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CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

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To kick of the year, let's talk through 5 ways that you can diversify your income! By diversifying your income, you're able to relieve the stress that comes in your business during slower seasons by building revenue streams outside of your primary offering! In this episode, I'll be giving you passive and active revenue opportunities in your business!

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook! HoneyBook is the client management software that I've been using for years to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of all of my client inquiries and projects. Inside of HoneyBook, I can see at a glance exactly where my projects are in a timeline! I love that I can use this for sending questionnaires, setting up recurring invoices, and book calls through their built in scheduler tool and so much more! You can try Honeybook for 50% off today with the link below!

TRY HONEYBOOK >>

In This Episode You'll:

1. Explore both passive and active income streams.
2. Embrace your role as a content creator and educator.
3. Strategically implement revenue streams that serve you.
4. Build a community with purpose.

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2:22 - Diversify Your Income 2023 with These 5 Steps

4:08 - 1. Embrace a Content Creator Role

5:44 - 2. Grow Your Email List

7:15 - 3. Add Affiliate Marketing to Your Strategy

9:18 - 4. Create a Digital Course or Download

10:57 - 5. Consult or Mentor

12:10 - Bonus: Build a Community

Mentioned in This Episode:

Part 1: How to Get Started with an Email List

Part 2: Email Marketing for Photographers

 Episode 4

 The Affiliate Marketing Jumpstart Guide

Kajabi

 Episode 28

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CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY 

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

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!