AMPLIFY Your Brand and Business
Episodes
113 | Infusing your personality into your brand & business w/ Lisa Aihara
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello friends! I am so excited for todayâs episode because itâs all about branding! As a personal branding photographer and coach, âbrandâ is ...
112 | How starting a Miracle Morning routine has changed my life!
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited about todayâs topic because itâs one Iâm asked about pretty frequently! If youâve been listening in for a while or follow ...
111 | The Importance of Getting in the Room & Shifting Your Perspective
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Often, one of the BEST things you can do to help yourself see massive growth (both in your personal life and your business) is to put yourself in the ...
110 | How to Protect Your Time and Grow Your Revenue w/ Brandee Gaar
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As creatives and business owners, we often love NOTHING more than pouring our heart and souls into our clients! And even though that can be a gift to ...
109 | ELIMINATING OVERWHELM SERIES: 3 ways to eliminate overwhelm from your content creation strategy
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the final episode in my series for âEliminating Overwhelm!â Iâve really enjoyed this series so much and Iâm excited for our chat toda...
108 | ELIMINATING OVERWHELM SERIES: 6 ways to eliminate overwhelm from your pricing strategy
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking all about pricing! Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to pricing your services? Are you unsure of what to charge or how to pri...
107 | The five mistakes business owners make when managing their books w/ Sheila Watts
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In my last solo episode I introduced my new series to help us âEliminate Overwhelmâ. Weâre focusing on different ways that we can ...
106 | ELIMINATING OVERWHELM SERIES: 7 ways to eliminate overwhelm from your marketing strategy
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Iâm so excited to get into todayâs episode! Something I have been reflecting on lately has been this idea of how to eliminate overwhelm in our bus...
105 | Activating our gifts & living into our bigger vision w/ Amber Lilyestrom
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Letâs be honest -- it can feel overwhelming to try and build a sustainable and thriving business while also juggling your own personal needs. Honest...
104 | Stepping out & choosing to play bigger in your life
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Iâm so excited for this conversation today! Recently, I have been taking some pretty big leaps and branching out into very new and unfamiliar paths ...
103 | The not-so-secret recipe for profitable pricing w/ Annemie Tonken
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you aren't making enough profit in your business? You aren't alone. Many entrepreneurs struggle with pricing and profit, bu...
102 | Attracting your dream clients (3 prompts to become a client magnet)
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a creative business owner who wants to create a thriving business and feel more confident in your skills? Are you feeling overwhelmed and inti...
101 | Creating an approachable Pinterest strategy w/ Heather Farris
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking all about Pinterest! Are you feeling overwhelmed by the idea of creating a Pinterest strategy? I donât know about you, but ...
100 | PEP TALK: Let's reframe our money beliefs
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're celebrating my 100th episode! I'm so incredibly grateful for all of you who are tuning in right now. If it werenât for you, I ...
99 | 5 things to consider before hiring a brand designer w/ Denisa Parker
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Todayâs episode is one that I have been very excited to share! I think that for some of us, we can get so excited at the idea of starting our brand ...
98 | Revamping your offer creation & marketing strategy
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to create offers and market your business on social media? Youâre not alone. As creative business owners...
97 | Creating genuine client relationships w/ John Mansfield
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a creative entrepreneur searching for advice on how to be authentic and in alignment with your values to grow your business? Do you feel overw...
96 | Goal setting habits for sustainable growth
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This year we are calling our own shots and creating a sustainable and thriving business by learning how to set intentional goals by prioritizing and v...
95 | Stepping into a new year with aligned focus
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who else is ready to release the idea of "new year, new me"?? Instead, let's step into the new year honoring who we are right now, in t...
94 | Crafting a launch that fits your life & business w/ Meg Burrage
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for listening into today's episode! I'm excited to dive into this interview today because, if you've bene around for a minute, y...
93 | Creating engaging newsletters (in 20 mins or less) w/ Liz Wilcox
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having Liz as a guest on the show was a game-changer! How many of us have felt overwhelmed with email marketing and list building (I'm pausing, b...
92 | Want to change your habits? Start with this first!
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited for this topic today! Whether you're new to the podcast or a long-time listener, thank you so much for being here!In this epi...
91 | Why most business owners hate âselling themselvesâ and what to do instead w/ Nami Clarke
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited to share this episode with Nami Clarke all about how we can market ourselves as business owners (in a way that feels good). I thin...
90 | [People Pleasers!] How to stop seeking validation and celebrate ourselves more w/ Lizzie Moult
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So excited to share this episode with you! Lizzie and I are going DEEP today around our people pleasing tendencies - where they come from - why they m...
89 | Embracing fear & risk as a small business owner w/ Jessica Urquhart
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fear and risk are a part of our day to day life as a small business owner -- and because of that fact, it's SO incredibly important that we know ...
88 | 3 Tools you need to run an efficient Operational System w/ Rebecca Jones
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the BEST ways to book new clients is to create incredible client experiences! And how do we create amazing client experiences?? It often starts...
87 | Having the courage to change your path & push past your fears w/ Shannel Resto
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You know that feeling when your gut tells you it's time to make a change and you immediately feel overwhelmed and scared because you don't f...
86 | Your permission to take up space & live your purpose
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi friends! I am really pumped for this conversation because we are going to talk about living out our purpose and how we can do that in a way where w...
85 | 5 Steps for short term & long term financial success w/ Lynda McDonell
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the BIGGEST mental hurdles that we have to overcome as business owners, is learning how to reshape how we think about our money & finances....
84 | Setting vision-based goals to lead you to success
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about goal setting! There are so many ways to think about your goals and your dreams but the one honest truth is this -- if it's ...
83 | Feeling empowered to take time off in your business w/ Amanda Pruden
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How often are you ACTUALLY taking real time off in your business? This was a hard lesson for me -- especially when I was first starting out because I ...
82 | When you're struggling to attract new clients
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been feeling like attracting clients is a STRUGGLE, this is the episode for you!!I know firsthand how draining it is when you feel like...
81 | Getting on the vendor list & sales tips w/ Carissa Woo
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Photographers! This episode is for you đđž Today we're chatting with Carissa Woo all about how you can help boost your business by getting o...
80 | BONUS: 8 tasks to get a VA to do in your photography business w/ Sara Monika
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard about how important it is to outsource -- but have you actually taken the leap and started doing it inside your business??I...
79 | Should you work for free?? (For beginners AND seasoned creatives!)
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This topic is a SPICY one! I've seen so many people share their opinions around this -- and honestly, the answer is something that really CHANGED...
78 | BONUS: Protecting our mental health & finding alignment in our business journey w/ Laura Kockler
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the best habits we can build as business owners is constantly checking in with ourselves and our mental health. In today's episode, Laura ...
77 | Leveraging your network to boost sales and drive impact w/ Erica Castner
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're anything like me, you're probably tired of hearing the "get rich quick" marketing strategies. Anytime someone tries to s...
76 | Struggling with people-pleasing? Listen in!
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is, hands down, the MOST REQUESTED topic that I get. As business owners, especially as service providers, we are in the business of pleasing and ...
75 | BONUS: Customizing inquiries to convert into bookings w/ Rachel Traxler
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the BIGGEST struggles that photographers (+ creatives & online business owners) have, is converting their inquiries into paying clients!In ...
74 | Creating the best onboarding & offboarding for clients w/ Devin Lee
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that the BEST way to book new clients is to create incredible client experiences for the ones you have now?? Honestly, client onboardin...
73 | Feeling unmotivated? Try making these 4 changes!
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today weâre talking about something that we ALL struggle with from time to time - motivation. One of the toughest things about being a business own...
72 | BONUS: Copywriting tips for photographers & creatives with Rachel Greiman
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The copy on your website & how you convey your message to your potential clients makes a HUGE impact on your business growth!As creatives, often t...
71 | CEO Care with Ellen Broen
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our business, WE are the thing that makes our business stand out. WE are the reason that people want to work with us. Our unique qualities, experie...
70 | Navigating through when business feels tough
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As business owners, we live in a world where we are constantly bombarded with messages of success. Whether that's messages about how we arenâ...
69 | How to increase your SEO with Victoria Rayburn
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If I had the opportunity to go back in time and change ONE thing about how I was growing my business -- I wish I would have put more time and effort i...
68 | Repurposing your content with Beth Hackmann
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning on repurposing more of your content but don't know where to start? Or youâre struggling with recycling and expanding your content&apos...
67 | Building your magnetic brand with Kat Elizabeth
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Magnetic brands are created from the inside out -- KatAs business owners, we are the face of our business and in today's episode we're talki...
66 | Is perfectionism secretly holding you back??
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been putting off your really big goals and projects?! If so there's a sneaky chance that perfectionism could be part of the reason why. ...
65 | How to approach FB & IG Ads with Cheyenne Skye
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt overwhelmed thinking you should be running ads for your business?! One of the most frequent questions I see for new business owners...
64 | PEP TALK: Celebrate your actions, not the outcome
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you celebrated your actions instead of just focusing on the outcome those actions produced?! If you're anything like me, I...
63 | How to stay in the game & keep showing up in your business with Ben Hartley
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As business owners, one of the biggest roadblocks that we face on a day to day basis is our mindset. How we think about ourselves, our capabilities, o...
62 | Finding your "thing" -> for the multi-passionate biz owner
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you're always jumping from one passion or business idea to the next?! I used to be so sure that eventually I'd find th...
61 | Top pinterest trends (YOU NEED!) in 2022 with Jen Vazquez
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having a strategic & consistent Pinterest strategy can truly TRANSFORM your business! In today's episode with Jen Vazquez, we're not onl...
60 | How to take high quality branding photos at home (no fancy equipment required!)
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we're switching things up a little bit! I know a lot of my listeners are photographers who are CRUSHING IT in their busin...
59 | Building a binge-worthy brand with Nikki Arensman
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a fellow creative business owner, I know the feeling of being pulled in SO many different directions when it comes to building a brand and business...
58 | How to set better goals as a business owner
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Setting goals can often feel really stressful as business owners. We get so consumed with our social stats and how we're "tracking", we...
57 | Building connection & engagement on Instagram w/ Tori Overmyer
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you follow me on Instagram, you know how much I love having a business coach of my own! Having someone in your corner to help support you, challeng...
56 | How to get back on track with your goals when you feel burnt out (my interview on the Priority Pursuit podcast!)
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's continue the conversation from last week, shall we?! I mentioned that burnout is one of my most requested topics -- and sure enough, I got ...
55 | When productivity leads straight to burnout
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How often do we focus our attention on productivity? If you're anything like me, the answer is: OFTEN. So many of our business strategies and goa...
54 | 4 ways to increase your leads (right now!) with guest host, Brooke Jefferson
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well hello there! In today's episode, I'm SO excited to be guest hosting with Brooke Jefferson, a portrait photographer and fellow business ...
53 | Seeing the BIG picture in your business
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So often we get stuck in our day-to-day tasks -- responding to emails, providing the services, creating the products, etc... that we forget the bigger...
52 | How to approach Public Relations as an online business owner
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
PR (Public Relations) can feel like a really overwhelming topic for new business owners. Because of that, I LOVED this conversation with Brittney beca...
51 | 5 Tips for launching a podcast (& celebrating 50 episodes!)
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
50 episodes! I can't believe it! When I launched this back in the fall of 2020 I had no idea where it would lead me... and I'm so excited to...
50 | Outsourcing tasks and projects with guest host, Kevyn Dixon
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For the business owner doing ALL of the THINGS and thinking it might be time to start outsourcing -- this episode is for you!In today's conversat...
49 | Tips for planning a solo work retreat/offsite
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning solo business/work retreats have been so crucial to my business success! I've been on a few in the last few years and in today's ep...
48 | Nurturing your emotional needs as a business owner with life coach, Dara Poznar
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As business owners, it's so important that we can identify, nurture and accept our emotional needs! Just as we have physical needs (food, water, ...
47 | Are you unintentionally focusing on the "busy work"?
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can we know if the work that we're focusing on is really making an impact or keeping us stuck and running around in circles? Recently inside ...
46 | Starting fresh & making a pivot in your business with Kim Baker Gomez
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many emotions, thoughts and feelings that arise when we decide to create a new business -- and similarly, these same thoughts and feeling...
45 | When your business plans are taking longer than you expected
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So often I have conversations with business owners that are in a growth stage, and I hear something similar to this --âI thought Iâd be further al...
44 | Defining your niche & simplifying your marketing strategy
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes marketing and talking about your business feels really difficult. It's also hard to share content when youâre unsure who youâre sha...
43 | Do you really *need* a rebrand??
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes in life (and in business) we get the itch for big change. We feel the need to spice things up and so we decide to completely revamp our bran...
42 | Overcoming Comparisonitis
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're brand new in your business or you're a seasoned business owner, we've all experienced comparisonitis -- that feeling whe...
41 | The ONE mindset strategy you need to achieve your goals!
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While I am a BIG fan of many mindset strategies, I also understand that as busy people -- we just don't have the time we'd often like to be ...
40 | Are you ready to go full-time in your business??
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While there is no ONE BEST TIME to go full-time in your business (situations are truly unique for everyone!) there are a few tips that I have if you&a...
39 | How to stop over-complicating your content strategy
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Releasing content on a consistent basis does NOT have to be complicated!Even when we start off with a simple sharing plan, it often gets more and more...
38 | The truth behind investing in courses, coaching and education
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey girl! Before you invest another dime into a course, program or coach -- listen in to this episode!We're having a candid conversation around t...
37 | YES -- you can take a break AND still grow a thriving business!
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey girl! Do you ever notice how some of your BEST ideas and thoughts come while you're in the shower? Or taking the dog for a walk? Or going for...
36 | Real talk: Do I need a website if I'm just starting out??
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
.... the answer is: MAYBE! (haha) In this episode we're breaking down the pro's of having a website and how it can help you look more profes...
35 | When your friends & family don't get you / your business
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey girl! One of the things I hear most often from new business owners is this -- when we start our own business, we feel like those closest to us jus...
34 | I'm launching a business! Now where do I start!?!?
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey girl! Launching a brand new business is one of the most EXCITING feelings! But once the initial excitement is gone, we're often left wonderin...
33 | Are you unintentionally making things more complicated?
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a new business owner, it can be SO easy to overcomplicate our goals and ideas! How often do you find yourself wanting to start a new project or lau...
32 | Pep Talk: You Are Right Where You're Meant To Be
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we all just need a pep talk to remember that we're right where we're meant to be -- AND that each season of life (whether it'...
31 | Celebrating Every Win
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey girl! Real talk question for a second - when was the last time you truly celebrated a win in your business? And I'm not just talking about th...
30 | Soulful Navigation with Guest Interview Deborah J. Kelly
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
WHEW Girl! Today's episode was one of my favorite interviews! Chatting with Deborah was so lovely because she has so much knowledge and is such a...
29 | Learning to Enjoy the Beginning of Your Journey
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Girl -- your journey might feel a little messy, but just know that you are on the right path! I had a conversation recently with a fellow small busine...
28 | Balancing a FT Career & Your Growing Business with Guest Host Alysa Monet
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Girl! Today's episode is perfect for you if you're working full-time while also growing a business that you're PASSIONATE about! Even i...
27 | For The Girl Doing ALL THE THINGS
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I see you girl. Running your business like a boss, juggling multiple priorities, managing a business and a full-time job, balancing your relationships...
26 | Nurturing Our Creativity & Embracing Our Journey with Guest Host Elizabeth Su
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Girl! Today's episode is perfect if you're craving some real-talk around the highs and lows of growing a business. One of the things I love ...
25 | Behind the Scenes - My Business Retreat Recap
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you treated yourself to a fulfilling business weekend retreat?! This last weekend I spent 3 days in Southern California declutt...
24 | Manifesting Your Goals & The Law of Attraction
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohhh GIRL! You know it's going to be an impactful episode when you have butterflies all while recording it! Over the last couple of months I have...
23 | Using Instagram & the Algorithm to Attract More Ideal Clients with Danielle Renee
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL, today's episode is so so good! If you use Instagram to grow your business, this episode is a MUST listen for you! Today I'm co-hosting...
22 | How Batching Saved My Business
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohhh GIRL! You know those things that you implement in your business that end up TRULY changing your life?! That's exactly what batching has been...
21 | All About the Enneagram with Guest Host Stephanie Smith
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL, today's episode is so good! I'm co-hosting with Stephanie Smith from "My Enneagram Life" and we are diving deep into:Â What ...
20 | Why Your Crappy First Draft MATTERS!
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL, we all spend so much time trying to create the perfect first draft. But here's the thing - your first draft is MEANT to be the very begin...
19 | Self-Love vs. Self-Care with Life Coach Dara Poznar
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL, today's episode is so good! I'm co-hosting with my very own life coach, Dara Poznar, and we are diving deep into the differences betwe...
18 | What's the "Secret Sauce" to Creating Success?!
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL, we all spend so much time searching after that "secret sauce". You know, that one thing that's going to create massive success in...
17 | Taking Care of Our WHOLE Selves - Interview with Sam Cato, FNTP
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL, today's episode is a GOOD ONE! I'm co-hosting with Sam Cato, a good friend and a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and we ar...
16 | Always Follow Your Gut & Intuition (How & Why I Decided to Start My Membership Site)
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Girl, sometimes we just have trust in our gut and follow our intuition! Even if an idea seems too big, too scary, too unattainable - if you feel it li...
15 | "But What Will They Say if I FAIL?!"
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL - We are all sometimes afraid of failure - and even more than that, we sometimes are so afraid of what OTHER PEOPLE's opinions of us will be...
14 | What's Your Imposter Syndrome Type??
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GIRL - Imposter Syndrome is REAL and it's about time we call it out and kick it to the curb. Are you with me?! In today's episode we deep di...