Welcome back to The Photographer’s Couch! In this episode, I dive into a question that every business owner, creative, and parent should ask: Who are you giving a vote in your life?

So often, we let outside opinions—whether it’s clients, friends, or even complete strangers—dictate how we run our business or live our life. Sometimes we do it without realizing it. The truth is, not everyone deserves a vote.

In this conversation, I share:

• How giving too many people influence over your decisions can derail your business and drain your passion.

• Why it’s important to define your “core people”—those who truly know you and have your best interests at heart.

• Real-life examples from my 15 years in photography (and my husband’s businesses) of how letting others dictate decisions only led to stress.

• How to kindly, professionally, and confidently set boundaries with clients and others without losing alignment with your own vision.

• A reminder that not every opinion needs to shape your path—especially from people who are only in your life for a moment.

If you’ve ever felt pulled in every direction by what other people think you “should” do, this episode is for you. By the end, you’ll walk away with clarity and permission to protect your energy, your passion, and your vision.

✨ Let’s connect! If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts or even have you join me on the podcast to talk about it. You can reach me through the contact info in the show notes.