HEIRESS™ | Christian Women Entrepreneurs Called to Build, Lead & Prosper

In life sometimes it comes down to us choosing our discomfort. Even things we consider positive things, like a new move or new uplevel in our business, still have plenty of areas of discomfort.

When we don't factor the discomfort in, we can become disheartened and allow our mind to tell us stories as to why the discomfort is there -- it must be something wrong with us? No. Discomfort is part of the human experience.

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An update on the podcast and a reminder that you may need to hear.

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[Resources mentioned in show linked below] As a photographer, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant comparison to others in the industry. The constant influx of images on social media platforms can make it seem like everyone else is doing better, booking more clients, and creating more stunning work. It's a common struggle for photographers to feel jealous of their peers and to compare their own work to others.

However, this comparison is not productive and can actually hold you back from reaching your full potential. It's important to remember that everyone's journey is different and that success is NOT measured by the number of followers or likes you have.

Book: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron https://tinyurl.com/mryemf5p

Book: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert https://tinyurl.com/2p935kz2

Book: The War of Art by Steven Pressfield https://tinyurl.com/4wazvjnj

Video: Elizabeth Gilbert TED Talk https://tinyurl.com/34xxuh3a

Video: Elizabeth Gilbert Creativity Talk https://tinyurl.com/33cfawjs (my favorite)

Article: Steven Pressfield Interview: Why Overcoming Resistance Beats Talent https://tinyurl.com/yckmytnj

Video: Tori Amos' early performance https://tinyurl.com/33w95cxb (this song wrecks me)

Article: Tori Amos on creativity + muses https://tinyurl.com/38wyap45

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My go-to #1 all-time personal hasn't-failed-me-yet favorite tip for connection with my photography clients...and it's not what you think. 

Unless you've been listening to this podcast for a bit, then you may already know the answer.

Let's dive in.

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Two important lessons I've learned from a year of reformer pilates classes -- the classes have helped heal my body (I no longer walk with a limp from the back injury) but have taught me a few things about life.

If your alignment is off, you might end up not where you want to be or you may make things way harder than they have to be in your business, in your life.

And availability is a powerful form of an invitation, as well as an indicator of what you may be available for even if you say otherwise. 

What is your life saying?

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1.) This one is obvious.
2.) Because of this one, I am able to expand more into my authentic self which in turns brings me in more business.
3.) This one is obvious as to how it makes me more money.
4.) This one is the reason why you allow or reject money into your life
5.) I believe this one is more traditionally known for bringing in more money.
Honorable Mention: The more you build yourself, the better off your business will be (and allow in more money).

Would love to hear from you -- what are your top five things?

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I always welcome your comments and questions - just DM me on Instagram (linked below).

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And to show you a visual of the scenes I referenced in the podcast from the movie, Groundhog Day.

The exact scene where his energy is super needy and repelling - especially at the 40-second mark in the video: https://tinyurl.com/5evve7wy

When Bill's character became wildly magnetic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAMyScJt9Xw

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A riff (more relaxed conversational-style) podcast episode uncovering it's not the market, newbie photographers, or your pricing that's the problem -- it's your THOUGHTS that are the problem.

The good news is, you can change your thoughts and rewire your brain to start looking for the good evidence in your business instead of the negative.

Have a question for me that you'd like covered? Join my Telegram group (linked below) and ask away!

And don't forget to invite OPENNESS into your business and into your thoughts this coming week. 

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Join me for The Darkroom Retreat for Women Faith-Led Photographers: https://darkroom.lenstolaunch.com/

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The better you take care of YOU, the better you are able to serve.

You can download my free Beautiful Boundaries PDF Journal by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/42ey5z6j

Here are some examples of setting boundaries with yourself:

• Setting a work schedule and sticking to it (having work hours)
• Saying “no” to things that aren’t on your priority list
• Not taking on more client work when you’re maxed out
• Not overscheduling yourself with sessions and networking
• Not constantly giving free pictures or showing up anytime you are asked

Let's not forget boundaries in social media. As a photographer and business owner, it's hard to step away from social media. Having boundaries help get you out of numbing-out mode. Example from my own life - I only watch TikTok on Friday + Saturday evenings.

Other boundaries I had in my business were "No working on weekends". Yes, I know many if not most photographers love to fill their weekends, but at the time of this boundaries' creation, I was a single mom and weekends were valuable to me and I created the structure in my business to financially allow me to follow through.

Another one was a strict holiday deadline. I never did any holiday-themed images/sessions so my cut-off was November 15th. Anything after that would have to wait for January as I worked hard to make sure I could take off the entire month of December to enjoy my family.

The problem with social media? There are many problems, BUT, one of the big ones is you are constantly CONSUMING content when you are created to CREATE. By nature as a photographer you are a creative person -- don't forget to create more than you consume.

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Join me for The Darkroom Retreat for Women Faith-Led Photographers: https://darkroom.lenstolaunch.com/

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Stay tuned for part two where I will incorporate some of my business policies into the podcast to help bring home the importance of business boundaries.

You can download my free Beautiful Boundaries PDF Journal by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/42ey5z6j

Here are some questions to reflect on Boundaries in Business:

• What are the key advantages (for YOU) in setting boundaries in your photography business?
• How can setting boundaries increase your productivity as a photographer
• In what ways does setting boundaries help to improve work-life balance?
• How does setting boundaries demonstrate professionalism in your photography business?
• Can you think of a real-life example where setting boundaries has helped you achieve greater success in your business?
• How can setting boundaries improve client satisfaction?
• In your opinion, what are some of the challenges of setting boundaries in a photography business? How can these be overcome?

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Join me for The Darkroom Retreat for Women Faith-Led Photographers: https://darkroom.lenstolaunch.com/

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DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skye_wohphoto/

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