Business-First Creatives
Episodes
The Power of In-Person Marketing with Angie McPherson [Marketing with Intention]
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When building out your intentional marketing plan, are you considering the power of in-person marketing? In today's episode, Angie McPherson joins us ...
Generating Revenue in Your Business through Affiliate Marketing with Candice Coppola [Marketing with Intention]
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We naturally share our favorite items and products with our friends, but what if you could make an income by sharing business tools and products with ...
Market Your Business Weekly with Email with Dama Jue [Marketing with Intention]
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you hesitate to invest time into email marketing due to all of the different rules you have to follow? In today's episode, Dama Jue joins us to sha...
Building a Steady Stream of Potential Customers through SEO and Pinterest with Kara Duncan [Marketing with Intention Series]
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing takes up a lot of your time and for businesses that are planning to be around for a while, finding sustainable strategies that generate pass...
Crafting an Intentional Marketing Plan with Tayler Cusick-Hollman [Marketing with Intention Series]
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you being intentional in your marketing? This week, we're kicking off a brand new series on the podcast all about marketing with intention. Our fi...
Storytelling Trends You Should Implement Today with Akua Konadu
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you using the power of storytelling in your business? Storytelling offers relatability and authenticity for connection with our audience, which bu...
New School Year - New Possibilities
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, there are a few life and podcast updates šThe Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie J...
Simplifying Systems for Creatives Using Airtable from Copywriter on Call
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summer Sabbatical Series - Simplifying Systems for Creatives Using Airtable from Copywriter on CallEver wondered how automating your systems could hel...
How to Write Emails Your Clients Love Reading from Big Fun Content
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summer Sabbatical Series - Infusing Your Personality into Your Automations from Big Fun ContentDo you struggle with writing emails that don't bore you...
Discover the Magic of Organizing with Airtable | Annemie Tonken
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're diving into the world of Airtable with Colie James and Annemie Tonken, unraveling how this dynamic tool can streamline your ...
How to Socially Sell on Instagram: the Magic of ManyChat Automations with Dayna Schaaf
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to automate you social media sales strategy? In today's episode, Dayna Schaaf joins us to discuss the power of ManyChat and automations ...
Making the Switch from Quickbooks to Xero for Small Business Owners with Madison Brown
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a hate-hate relationship with Quickbooks? Yeah, not love hate, just hate. This is all too familiar with many small business owners who hav...
Maximize Your Business with AI: Top Tools & Tips with Dawn Richardson
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you leveraging the power of artificial intelligence for your business? With the advancements of AI, it can feel scary to explore, but once you emb...
Crafting Compelling Copy in Your Marketing with Sara Gillis
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While you may understand the value and importance of copywriting on your website for sales and SEO, what about all of the other copy you need in your ...
Embracing Workflows & Automations in Your CRM: HoneyBook Case Study with Brittany Herzberg
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been signed up and sitting with a CRM that hasn't been officially set up for your business, you're leaving time and money on the table. Toda...
Scaling Your 1-to-1 Service into a Digital Product with Angela Tan
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you considered adding digital products to your business? In today's episode, Angela Tan of The Systems RX joins us to share her journey to creati...
Optimizing Your Program Promise for Measurable Results with Ashley Pendergraft
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are your students meeting their goals through your program? Maybe you're not even sure! In today's episode, Ashley Pendergraft joins us to share how y...
Celebrating 2 Years of Business-First Creatives with Sabrina Gebhardt and Annemie Tonken
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes celebrating a major milestone calls for bring together your business besties for a honest conversation about business. That's exactly what w...
Creating Customized, Yet Automated Systems for Your Inquiry Responses with Megan Grove
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most efficient systems to build in your business is automated inquiry responses, yet many people hesitate to do so as they want to be inten...
CRM Blueprint Case Study with Katharine Calderwood
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you organized and automated with your CRM? One thing that holds business owners back from setting up their CRM is that time it takes to explore an...
Expanding Your Business through Virtual Summits with KP & Jessie of Inkpot
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As you're considering your next big project for your business, have you considered hosting a virtual summit? In today's episode, KP and Jessie of Inkp...
Community Memberships: Leveraging Free and Paid Tiers for Lasting Impact with Katelyn Dekle
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Community memberships are wonderful for creating a recurring revenue stream, but something Katelyn Dekle does sparked my interest. Inside of her club,...
Where Parenting Meets Your Business with Daniel Moyer
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a parent and a business owner and you've ever found yourself struggling to find balance, this episode is for you. Dan Moyer joins us in toda...
Knowing What Your Business Needs Based on the Stage of Business You're In with Jessica Dornieden
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your business needs change at every stage within your business. In today's episode, Jessica Dornieden joins us to discuss the different stages of busi...
Grow Your Business by Hosting a Summit with Jenny Suneson
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've played around with the idea of hosting a summit for your online business, this episode is for you. In today's episode, Jenny Suneson of Summ...
Leverage Someone Else's Audience for Your Marketing with Amy Dangerfield
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the more unique and unconventional approaches to marketing is leveraging other audiences. We see it in collaborations online, but today's guest...
How Jess Built Her Business on Hawaiian Vacations with Jess Fernandez
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you're building a photography business, you're often focused on marketing to your local marketābut what if your target audience actually consis...
Getting the Most Conversions through Paid Advertising with Olivia Lawson
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As you're building your marketing strategy, are you incorporating paid advertising? Paid ads offer an opportunity to convert your audience into custom...
Sensory Storytelling that Connects with Your Audience with Zafira Rajan
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever read a marketing email and connected on a deeper level with the creator? They likely used a personal story or anecdote to connect with y...
Building Intentional Habits with Jess Joswick
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been intentional in the habits you've created in your business? Think beyond the bad habits and let's look at how valuable good habits can be...
Borrowing Audiences by Pitching Yourself as a Podcast Guest with Christina Lenkowski
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to expanding your reach and growing your audience, one of the best ways to do that is through borrowing audiences. Podcasts are one of t...
Gaining Photography Clients through Silent Auctions and Free Services with Rebecca Hunnicutt
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably been told that you can't gain anything more than visibility by offering your services for free. If you do it right, you can actually g...
Full-Time Processes for Part-Time Photographers with Lydia Fine
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being a part-time photographers doesn't reduce the need for systems and automated processes, it makes them even more important. In today's episode, Ly...
Creating a Cohesive Client Experience in Your CRM that Converts with Ashley Tindall
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's not too often that I bring someone on the podcast who does exactly what I do (let's be honest, I never have), but Ashley Tindall of Solution Inte...
What Will Help You Create and Launch a Better Course with Mara Kucirek
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is creating an online course on your bucket list for 2024?In this episode Mara Kucirek chats with Colie about her experience in the course creation sp...
Generating Monthly Recurring Revenue with a Membership (Beyond Services: Expanding Your Offer Suite) with Liz Wilcox
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you fallen victim to believing the lies that low ticket memberships can't generate a six-figure income? In today's episode, Liz Wilcox joins me t...
Insights on Diversifying Income Streams in Your Photography Business (Beyond Services: Expanding Your Offer Suite) with Maddie Peschong
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What should you have in place before you begin diversifying income streams within your photography business?In this episode, Colie chats with returnin...
Building a Successful Offer Suite for Multiple Audiences (Beyond Services: Expanding Your Offer Suite) with Elizabeth McCravy
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When multi-passionate entrepreneurs dive into the digital product space, they're often met with the decision to focus on one audience. In today's epis...
Creating Offers that Generate Consistent Revenue (Beyond Services: Expanding Your Offer Suite) with Brittany McBean
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While many business gurus will point you towards creating passive income through digital products and offers, for many entrepreneurs, that won't gener...
Overcoming Money Mindsets to Generate Wealth as an Entrepreneur (Financial Stability for Creatives Series) with Natalie Bullen
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a good relationship with money? Most entrepreneurs do not, which makes today's episode extremely relevant. Money mindset coach, Natalie Bu...
Quickbooks for Small Businesses (Financial Stability for Creatives Series) with Crystalynn Shelton
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you properly managing the numbers in your business and tracking your bookkeeping? In today's episode, Crystalynn Shelton joins us to share how and...
Creating Business Productivity and ROI with Your Time with Brittnie Renee
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to get your time under control? In today's episode, Brittnie Renee joins us to share how she's incorporated time blocking into her schedule...
Filling Your Creative Cup with Sarah Wayte
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we turn our passions into our business, we often lose sight of fill our creative cups outside of our work. In today's episode, Sarah Wayte joins ...
The Powerful Pivot from Weddings to Commercial Work with Ben Davis
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You've likely looked at wedding video and thought, "How did they create such an amazing film? I want to do that!" Have you ever considered the same th...
How to Jumpstart Your Video Visibility Plan in 2024 (Video Visibility Series)
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the 4th and final episode in the Video Visibility series. In todayās solo episode I how to get a jumpstart on creating and implementing vide...
Building Visibility with Video on Social Media (Video Visibility Series) with Natasha Pierre
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you incorporate video into your content plan on social media, you open the doors for so much visibility. In today's episode, Natasha Pierre of th...
3 Videos to Create for Your Client Experience Right Now (Video Visibility Series)
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second episode in the Video Visibility series. In todayās solo episode I am suggesting 3 videos you could create for your client experie...
Overcoming Your Mindset Blocks to Show Up on Video (Video Visibility Series) with Mariangelica Forero
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does video scare you? There may be subconscious blockers keeping you from showing up. In today's episode, Mariangelica Forero joins us to discuss over...
3 Mistakes You Can Easily Avoid Inside Your Client Experience
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a Text Message.In todayās episode I am talking about the 3 most common mistakes I am seeing while I am doing my new client experience audits...
Enhancing Your VIP Experience with Intentional Proposals, Questionnaires, and Automations with Flor Blake
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our clients want and deserved to be pamperedāthat's the exact intention behind Flor Blake's VIP branding experience. As Flor expanded her corporate ...
How to Choose a CRM for Your Photography Business
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's solo episode I am giving all the advice on how to choose a CRM for your photography business.āØ Why you should mostly stay away from cheap...
Creating an Intentional and Personalized Client Experience with Brittney Johnson
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a service-based business owner, it's important for your clients to feel seen and appreciated. From intentional touch points in your workflow...
Making Data-Driven Decisions in Your Business with Ally Anderson
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Numbers don't lie and that's why it's so important to be making data-driven decisions in your business. Ally Anderson joins us on the podcast to share...
About that Black Friday Offer
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Black Friday sale is HERE šStarting today, each morning at 8am MT a new Deal of the Day will go live. These are brand-new offers debuting at 50...
Building an Associate Team (Building a Team Series) with Jill Smith
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As you've explored hiring during our Building a Team Series on the podcast, have you considered hiring associate photographers for your brand? In toda...
Communicating with Your Team: The Clickup & Airtable Combo (Building a Team Series) with Ana Natkins
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Communication is key to building a successful and productive teamāthe tools you use to communicate matter. In today's episode, Ana Natkins joins us ...
Successfully Delegating to Your Team (Building a Team Series) with Selina Johnson
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to hire successfully? Oftentimes, we hire before we fully understand what we need or how to ask for it. That's why today's gues...
Choosing the Right Tech Stack for Your Team (Building a Team Series) with Brooke Scott
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to selecting the right tech programs and softwares for your business, a major consideration is your team and the role they'll play withi...
Creating a System for Your Team (Building a Team Series) with Liz Strong
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you tried setting up a system that worked seamlessly within your team? inding the right tools can be hard when there are multiple hands involved....
Photographer BONUS Episode - Online Gallery Sales for Black Friday with Pic-Time
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a previous solo episode, I introduced three types of offers you can make for the upcoming consumer holiday BEYOND a discount and a bonus suggestion...
The Magic of Follow-Up Emails
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's solo episode I chat about the magic of follow-up emails and how they can help you turn more leads into paying clients. āØ Timeline for sen...
How Kristyn Miller Created a Heart-Centered Photography Business
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kristyn Miller is a lifestyle and documentary wedding photographer based in Connecticut, who documents the magic of real life for families and couples...
Have You Made a Plan for Black Friday?
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a consumer, do you buy a lot of things on Black Friday: personal or business?As an entrepreneur, do you typically make a limited-time offer for Bla...
Minimalism in Business (Self Care Series) with Makeda Newton
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you out of control when it comes to buying tools, courses, resources, and more in your business? In today's episode, Makeda Newton joins us to dis...
How Fair Play in the Home Can Benefit Your Business (Self Care Series) with Lindsay Dreyer
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of Fair Play? It's essentially a system that helps you divide up household tasks fairly, based on your needs. In today's episode, Fair ...
Recognizing and Avoiding Burnout as an Entrepreneur (Self Care Series) with Courtney Porter
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been in business for any length of time, you know how easy it is to burn out. In today's episode, Courtney Porter joins us for our Self Care...
The Art and Business of Birth with Lindsey Eden Bartell
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When your career is in birth work, you can feel like you're on call all the time, but for Lindsey Eden Bartell, that's just what comes with the job. W...
What Your Website Really Needs with Kate Hejde
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever listen to a podcast and think you are listening in on a private conversation between friends? Kate and I have been besties for over a deca...
Episode 100 ššš
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Business-First Creatives Podcast is usually brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. But this week, she is being interviewed by her b...
My Favorite 3 Tools for Content Creation and Management
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you are READY to market, ask for the sale, and be visible on all your platforms... what tools can you use to create and manage the content? I...
Want an inside look at how I create podcast content?
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does it surprise you to hear this podcast is my MAIN visibility activity for my business š In today's solo episode I chat about how I come up ...
Use Your Words: Crafting Compelling Content for Your Blog with Kate Wark
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you creating blog content that is compelling for your brand? In today's episode, Kate Wark highlights the power of blogging as a tool for photogra...
How to Leverage LinkedIn for Your Business with Tania Bhattacharyya
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you leveraged LinkedIn for our business? If you serve other businesses, you should be! In today's episode Tania Bhattacharyya joins us to explain...
The Art and Strategy Behind Your Static Instagram 9-Grid with Deanna Seymour
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does creating Instagram content that consistently tells your audience what you do feel impossible? In today's episode, Deanna Seymour joins us to shar...
Creating Your Sustainable Social Media Marketing Strategy with AndrƩa Jones
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Building a social media marketing strategy that works for you takes time, especially if you aren't creating it to be sustainable. In today's episode, ...
Active vs. Passive Marketing for Photographers with Dan Moyer
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How are you marketing your photography business? In today's episode, Dan Moyer joins me to compare the benefits of active versus passive marketing, an...
Do you have a marketing plan?
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've talked SO much about marketing this month... what's your plan going forward? šThe Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM a...
My New Gig as an Uber Driver
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode there are a few life and business updates šThe Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie J...
Striving for Work-Life-Homeschool Balance with Carly Kewley
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When motherhood meets business, many parents are hesitant to consider homeschooling due to the responsibilities that come along with it. Carly Kewley ...
Branding Lessons from Barbie with Marissa Garcia
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we are joined by the incredible Marissa Garcia to delve into the world of branding and marketing through the lens of one of the mo...
Cultivating Your Brand Magic: The Power of Storytelling in Business with Annie Franceschi
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Clarity through storytelling is powerful when it comes to cultivating your brand. In today's episode, Annie Franceschi joins us to share why your stor...
The Year of Posy's Pivot with Posy Quarterman
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Making big pivots and shifts in your business can be intimidating. My dear friend Posy Quarterman has spent the last year making major changesāfrom ...
Applying the Rule of 7 with Dayna Schaaf
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As much time and energy as you're pouring into your marketing efforts, are you considering the rule of 7? While the rule of 7 may be slightly outdated...
SEO through Case Studies | Simple SEO Series with Brittany Herzberg: Part 3
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we wrap up our Simple SEO Series, in today's episode, we're highlighting the value of case studies. Brittany Herzberg joins us to share how she shi...
On-Page SEO | Simple SEO Series with Samantha Mabe (Bonus)
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a Text Message.In order to have a valuable and thoughtful optimized search engine strategy, you have to connect the dots between the content a...
SEO Best Practices for Photographers | Simple SEO Series with Melissa Arlena: Part 2
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your website's content and keywords might be optimized for search engines, but have you built out an SEO strategy that Google will like? In today's ep...
Getting Started with SEO | Simple SEO Series with Erin Ollila: Part 1
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Search Engine Optimization doesn't come naturally to us all, but it is something that we should be prioritizing as business owners. The best approach ...
You have to repeat yourself over and over again
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Woke up inspired with a parenting analogy to use in my Day 3 training on Automating Your Print Sales. If you think about your clients like your childr...
Too much visibility is exhausting
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Magic of Automated Emails Webinar (YouTube Live Recording)Automate Your Sales (FREE 3-Day Challenge)This is happening July 18, 19, 20th. Grab your sea...
How Automated Processes Can Help Strengthen Client Relationships with Annemie Tonken
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Attention all photographers! Are you ready to reclaim 10 hours a week in your business? If so, I've got great news for you. Today, registration opens ...
Crunching the Numbers: Why Tracking Website Traffic, Inquiries, and Booking Stats Matter
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's my BIRTHDAY month and I have a lot of exciting goodies for you!Magic of Automated Emails (Dubsado Webinar on 7/12 at 10am MT)Grab your FREE seat ...
That Time Erin Ollila Interviewed ME on My Own Podcast
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Business-First Creatives Podcast is usually brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. But THIS week she is in the hotseat while Erin O...
Creating a Cohesive Client Experience: Part 1
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The client experience consists of every interaction your business has with your audience and possible clients before & after they inquire about yo...
Creating for Yourself with Tenley Clark
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being a business owner comes with a lot of responsibilities and strategy for successāone thing we often overlook is finding a balance of creativity....
Business Road Trip
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love a good road trip! As a child, my family and I would drive an RV from Dallas, TX to Hampton Beach, NH every summer to enjoy the water, san...
Know Your Purpose with LaJune King
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a Text Message.Opening a photography studio had been on LaJune's vision board for years before she ever opened BLK STRY Studio. She knew ...
It's Not Just You
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a Text Message.I want to invite you to hop on over to Episode 43 of the Shoot it Straight podcast with Sabrina Gebhardt, where we chatted all ...
Navigating Motherhood and Business with Amy Sanusi
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Motherhood can change the way you do businessāwe're talking about the good ways it does in today's episode! Amy Sanusi joins us to share how a move,...
Have you had success using AI for your business?
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everywhere you turn now you see chatter about new AI apps and features added to software you are already using. Have you tried any out for your busine...
The Role of Hiring in the Journey to Becoming a CEO with Angelica Pompy
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you grown and scaled your business by hiring contractors or employees? In today's episode, Angelica Pompy joins us to share how she claims the ro...