In today's more casual girls-chatting-business-over-coffee-style episode, I'm sharing about my upcoming social media strategy, some challenges I've set for myself, and what I've learned by running some paid ads. I'm also touching a little bit on my creative direction, what I'm saying yes and no to in terms of shoots, and what I am trying to strengthen in my own business. In sharing some of my honest thoughts and where I'm at on my journey, I just want you to know that we are all always learning, growing together, and improving on our craft and business.

If any of these things are areas that you're also working on, shoot me a message on Instagram and let me know if you have any sweet words of encouragement. Or, even better, if I could give you some encouragement, I am more than happy to be your accountability buddy!

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• Follow along on my TikTok challenge

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In today's episode, we're talking about all things wedding day wellness. I'm walking you through my exact wedding day rituals that help me feel prepped and polished so I can best serve my couples. I'm diving into all the details of what I do the night before the wedding day, how I like to start the day, what I pack, what helps me maintain a good presence and a lot of energy throughout the day, and what I do the day after the wedding to unwind and relax.

Whether you're a wedding photographer or just love a good behind-the-scenes wellness type of chat for big work days, this episode is for you. And I'd love to hear what your go-to rituals are, so shoot me a DM on Instagram and let me know!

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Resources & Links:

• Good Hang with Amy Poehler
• Rawr Bar
• Chomps
• LMNT

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In today's episode, we're talking about how to have the absolute best photo session. I'm sharing how to set yourself up for success beforehand and how to guide the session in the moment to get the most beautiful images (including specific poses). And while I'm specifically talking about couples sessions, the tips are still super applicable to family shoots and lifestyle headshots.

I really hope these tips help you with your next shoot. I'd love it if you could take a screenshot of this episode, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @rachelcphotos_!

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In today's episode, we're talking about the super sexy topic of finances and how you can make them fun and break them down into small, actionable steps. Even with my background in finance and accounting, managing my own personal finances has been a journey. So if you find yourself burying your head in the sand when it comes to your finances, I totally get it!

We're breaking down this episode into sections: organizing your money, tracking your money (and creating good habits), and cultivating an abundant mindset. I'm also sharing a six-week step-by-step action plan so you can set up your own really smooth financial system in only an hour a week.

Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor, accountant, or legal professional. Everything I'm sharing is for informational purposes only and reflects my opinions and experiences. Please consult with a qualified financial expert before making any financial decisions.

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Some of the links mentioned are affiliate links, which help to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

Resources & Links:

• SoFi - sign up for your high-yield savings account!
• Function Health
• Profit First
• Her First $100K

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In this episode, we're talking about four of my absolute favorite apps in business and how they have totally changed the game for both my business and personal life.

Showit, Pic-Time, Aftershoot, and HoneyBook keep me organized, save me hours of time, ease my overwhelm, and really just help me serve my clients in the absolute best way. It's a win-win all the way around.

If you're thinking about signing up for any of these tools, don't forget to check out the referral links below for a discount. It also supports me, and I totally appreciate it! I'd also love to hear about any tools that you really love that help you deliver a better client experience and support you in your business, so let me know!

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Some of the links mentioned are affiliate links, which help to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

Resources & Links:

• Showit
• Pic-Time
• Aftershoot
• HoneyBook
• The Breakthrough Brand Podcast with Elizabeth McCravy
• Designs by Danielle Ashworth

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In today's episode, we're talking about how I personally manage stress as a business owner. Though stress manifests differently in all of us, I think business owners face a unique set of challenges. So, I thought it might be helpful for you to hear my own experiences in the hope that you take something away from this episode to apply to your own life. I'm sharing my personal experience of how stress shows up in my body and the tactical tools, products, and mindset changes I've implemented to heal stress-related acne and gut issues.

Whether you're like me with acne and gut issues or your stress manifests in some other ways, getting to the root cause is going to help a lot. If you have any tips for acne or things that just light you up and help you manage your stress, please let me know. I'd love to hear from you!

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Some of the links mentioned are affiliate links, which help to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

Resources & Links:

• Branch Basics
• The Power of Now
• CLEARSTEM
• Pore-Clogging Checker
• Kimberly Snyder's Probiotics
• Berkey Filters
• Omnilux Mask
• Calm
• Molly's Suds
• SEEN
• Natural Cycles

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In today's episode, we're talking about how to identify and fix the bottleneck in your business if you're not booking the number of clients you'd like to be. Ultimately, it comes down to whether it's a sales vs. marketing issue. So, I'm sharing three questions and scenarios to help you whittle down what the actual problem could be and what to do about it to increase those bookings on your calendar!

I know from experience how making a couple of changes can feel like magic, so I really hope this episode jogs some ideas and helps you refine your process (or even just know where to start!).

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Today's episode is all about helping you live the life of your dreams. I'm sharing the three mindset shifts (AKA mantras) that truly changed my life and business. So, whether you're struggling with a 9-5 or are on the fence about making a big business pivot, I know these mantras will help you.

I am so passionate about these mindset shifts and hope they support you as much as they've supported me. Not only did they give me the motivation to take the step to start this business, but they've continued to fuel me anytime I'm hitting a big growth moment, like starting this podcast!

These mantras mean everything to me, so if you have any of your own, let me know!

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Resources & Links:

• Caraval by Stephanie Garber
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