Business-First Creatives

Colie James
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Business-First Creatives

Every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit. Here you'll find a no-BS approach to what it takes to put the business first, prioritizing the systems and strategies that will actually move the needle and ensure your creative business is profitable rather than an expensive side-hustle. Your host is Colie James, a Disney-loving family photographer, and filmmaker turned Workflow and Automations Guru who helps creative service providers automate their sh*t, reclaim their time and get back to living! 

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    Strategic Business Planning for Productivity & Growth with Jade Boyd

    Are you being intentional and strategic in planning for productivity and growth in your business? In today's episode, Jade Boyd joins us to discuss setting goals, maintaining your business, and the three key steps for achieving business success: clarity, systems, and maintenance. Today’s episode is brought to you by my Client Hub Template inside the DIY Systems Template Shop. Business owners often have their client information spread across a variety of different tools, making it hard to access the information they need to make critical decisions. That’s why I built the Client Hub Template for Airtable, to take the guesswork out of building your own! Buy Now >> Find it Quickly: 00:27 - Meet Jade 1:20 - Becoming a Productivity Coach 6:10 - Balancing Business and Personal Life 7:38 - Setting Goals for 2025 18:22 - Quarterly Planning Tips 23:23 - The Importance of CEO Time 24:33 - Planning Strategies for Business Owners 26:04 - The Role of Tools in Business Planning 27:31 - Exploring ClickUp for Task Management 28:44 - Four-Part System for Business Organization 35:40 - Centralization, Organization, and Automation 39:18 - Simplification and Business Strategy Mentioned in this Episode Making Data-Driven Decisions in Your Business with Ally Anderson CEO Talk with Ashley Kang sabrinagebhardt.com thiscantbethathard.com FREE Double your Profit While Working Less Masterclass: jadeboyd.co/doubleyourprofitmasterclass The Quarterly Reset: jadeboyd.co/quarterlyreset Connect with Jade Website: jadeboyd.co Podcast: https://pod.link/1603107498 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadeboyd.co

    45 min

  2. 2 JANV.

    5 Key Metrics Every Business Owner Should Track with Ally Anderson

    As we head into 2025, it is crucial to harness the power of data to streamline and enhance your business strategies. In this episode, Ally Anderson joins us again on the podcast to discuss the art of tracking vital metrics to drive your business growth and success. Whether you're a photographer, digital marketer, or any creative entrepreneur, understanding which numbers to track can significantly influence your path for the year ahead. Today’s episode is brought to you by my Client Hub Template inside the DIY Systems Template Shop. Business owners often have their client information spread across a variety of different tools, making it hard to access the information they need to make critical decisions. That’s why I built the Client Hub Template for Airtable, to take the guesswork out of building your own! Mentioned in this Episode Making Data-Driven Decisions in Your Business with Ally Anderson Crafting an Intentional Marketing Plan with Tayler Cusick-Hollman [Marketing with Intention Series] Connect with Ally Website: link.akaridigital.ca/bfc Instagram: instagram.com/akaridigital Training: link.akaridigital.ca/bfc-grow [Use code COLIE to get it for free]

    46 min

  3. 27/12/2024

    Alternative Streams of Income for Photographers with Lissa Chandler

    Diversifying your income and creating passive income is something we hear a lot about in the creative world. The best place to start is by creating alternative streams of income for your business and personal life. In today's episode, Lissa Chandler joins us to share how she is balancing service-based work with product sales, tackling SEO, and dealing with the impacts on her business post-pandemic. The conversation covers the realities behind passive income and the importance of aligning business efforts with different seasons of life. Today’s episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off. Find it Quickly: (0:24) Meet Lisa Chandler (1:21) Lisa's Journey into Photography (3:07) The Birth of Opal in June (5:10) Expanding the Business: Dress Rentals and More (8:00) Balancing Services and Products (12:04) Navigating Business Challenges (13:56) Exploring New Ventures (15:54) Selling on Etsy (19:20) Marketing Strategies for Photography Business (20:28) Referral Marketing and Its Alternatives (24:06) Challenges in the Evolving Photography Industry (25:19) The Reality of Passive Income (28:43) Balancing Business and Personal Life (31:36) Starting a Podcast Mentioned in this Episode Creating Offers that Generate Consistent Revenue (Beyond Services: Expanding Your Offer Suite) with Brittany McBean Connect with Lissa Website: lissachandler.com Podcast: yourphotographermom.com Merch Shop: etsy.com/shop/OpalandJuneShop Dress Rentals: opalandjuneshop.com

    34 min

  4. 21/12/2024

    Creating Blog Posts for Your Client Experience with Jessie Andrew of Inkpot Creative

    Are you using your blog for more than your SEO efforts? In today's episode, Jessie Andrew of Inkpot Creative joins us to highlight the value that blogging can provide to your overall client experience. Listen in as we chat through maximizing client experience through blog posts, finding content inspiration from FAQs, optimizing content for SEO, and the power of detailed location guides for photographers. Today’s episode is brought to you by my Content Organization Hub! If you are drowning in a sea of post its trying to keep track of all your content ideas or maybe you're struggling to remember what you posted on which platform and when, I totally get it. That's why I created the content organization hub for air table for just 9. You can finally put an end to content chaos. Imagine having all your marketing content in one central location. Easily linked, perfectly organized, and ready to go whenever you are. Grab the Content Organization Hub and get 10% off with code PODCAST! BUY NOW Find it Quickly: 2:24 - The Importance of Blogging for Your Business 3:24 - Generating Blog Post Ideas from FAQs 5:58 - Expanding FAQs into SEO Optimized Blog Posts 8:24 - Linking and Cross-Promoting Blog Content 13:52 - Creating Location-Based Blog Posts for Photographers 20:22 - Essential Tips for Family Photos 20:46 - Maximizing Your Online Gallery Store 21:46 - Organizing Your Content with Airtable 22:37 - Effective Blogging Strategies for Photographers 25:59 - Enhancing Client Experience with Prints 28:24 - The Long-Term Value of Client Relationships 33:33 - SEO and Blogging Consistency 37:20 - Outsourcing Your Blogging Needs Connect with Jessie Website: inkpotcreative.com Podcast: cultofpersonality.com/podcast Substack: copsoapbox.substack.com Instagram: instagram.com/inkpotcreative TikTok: tiktok.com/@inkpotcreative

    40 min

  5. 18/12/2024

    Crafting a Distinct Brand Voice that Matches You with Samantha Pollack

    Your brand has a voice, you just may not have identified it or honed in on it yet. In today's episode, Samantha Pollack joins us to share the value of crafting a distinct brand voice, how copywriters can help find and match your voice, and why you should integrate that voice through your messaging. Today’s episode is brought to you by my Love Your Leads private audio training! Are you providing an experience for your leads that sets an expectation on when they’ll hear from you, provides them with tools that will help them easily say yes and book you, while also making them feel seen and heard? In my private audio training, you’ll learn how to love your leads and get more booked clients through an automated booking process. Listen Now >> Find it Quickly: 00:25 - Meet Sam Pollock: Positioning Strategist and Copywriter 01:06 - Understanding Positioning Strategy 02:51 - Crafting Ethical and Empathy-Driven Copy 04:28 - Voice and Personality in Copywriting 05:43 - Challenges of Hiring a Copywriter 08:52 - Discovering Your Brand Voice 12:06 - The Role of AI in Copywriting 21:49 - The Stress of Writing and Overcoming It 26:42 - The Art of Revision and Publishing 27:38 - Building and Evolving Business Systems 28:34 - Crafting Client Experiences 29:19 - The Importance of Editorial Passes 33:17 - Word Count and Audience Considerations 41:02 - Frameworks vs. Processes in Copywriting 43:27 - Empathy-Driven Copywriting Connect with Lindsay Website: cultofpersonality.co Podcast: cultofpersonality.com/podcast Substack: copsoapbox.substack.com Instagram: instagram.com/cultofpersonality.co

    50 min

  6. 28/11/2024

    Leveraging Audio Podcasts for Entrepreneurs and Creative Educators with Lindsay Padilla of Hello Audio

    Do you dream of launching a podcast? Maybe even starting with a private podcast? You've likely seen others do it and wondered if it's the right move for your business. In today's episode, Lindsay Padilla, cofounder of Hello Audio, joins us to share the benefits and strategies behind a podcasting, how to determine if a private or public feed is right for you, and some of the latest trends in the podcast industry. Plus, she's even sharing how she cofounded Hello Audio and the hurdles she faced along the way. Today’s episode is brought to you by my Love Your Leads private audio training! Are you providing an experience for your leads that sets an expectation on when they’ll hear from you, provides them with tools that will help them easily say yes and book you, while also making them feel seen and heard? In my private audio training, you’ll learn how to love your leads and get more booked clients through an automated booking process. Listen Now >> Find it Quickly 00:53 - Transitioning from Academia to Entrepreneurship 01:02 - Identity Shift and Challenges 04:07 - Leaving Academia Behind 06:15 - Starting a Podcast and New Ventures 07:26 - Creating Online Courses 14:59 - Building Hello Audio 22:36 - Challenges and Successes 27:37 - A Challenging Partnership 27:48 - Building Hello Audio from Scratch 28:28 - Reflecting on the Journey 28:56 - Current Market Dynamics 29:11 - The Power of Authenticity 32:51 - Lessons from Adversity 35:40 - The Evolution of Hello Audio 37:44 - The Role of Private Podcasts 41:59 - Public vs. Private Podcasts 45:51 - Discoverability and Future Trends 52:24 - The Impact of Listener Engagement Mentioned in this Episode Podcast Movement 134: Overcoming Money Mindsets to Generate Wealth as an Entrepreneur with Natalie Bullen Episodes Mentioned from Success Stories with Lindsay Diane Mayor's Dual Podcast Approach: Bridging Public and Private Podcasts Natalie Bullen's Strategy for Infinite Leads: A Daily, Paid Podcast How Jordan Gill Unlocked $48,733 with a Reel and a Private Podcast How Mariah Coz Replaces Zoom Calls with Interactive Q&A Podcasts in her New Program Connect with Lindsay Website: helloaudio.fm Success Stories Podcast: go.helloaudio.fm/success-stories Launch Your Private Podcast: a...

    57 min

  7. 21/11/2024

    SEO vs SSO: Why Your Online Presence Needs BOTH with Erin Ollila

    Most entrepreneurs know about the power of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Social Media Optimization (SMO), but are you considering the role that Social Search Optimization (SSO) plays in your overall visibility online? In today's episode, Erin Ollila joins us to explore the benefits of optimizing for search across all platforms, along with the critical role social media plays in search queries. Listen in as she provides practical insights into optimizing social media profiles for enhanced visibility and a competitive edge.  Today’s episode is brought to you by my Content Organization Hub! If you are drowning in a sea of post its trying to keep track of all your content ideas or maybe you're struggling to remember what you posted on which platform and when, I totally get it. That's why I created the content organization hub for air table for just 9. You can finally put an end to content chaos. Imagine having all your marketing content in one central location. Easily linked, perfectly organized, and ready to go whenever you are. Grab the Content Organization Hub and get 10% off with code PODCAST! BUY NOW >> Mentioned in this Episode: Andrea Jones of Mindful Marketing Podcast Episode 161: Maximize Your Business with AI: Top Tools & Tips with Dawn Richardson Metricool SEO Case Study Copywriting & Tracking Metrics w/Erin Ollila (The Basic B Podcast) Listen to Erin in these Episodes: Episode 74: That Time Erin Ollila Interviewed Me on My Own Podcast Episode 79: Getting Started with SEO | Simple SEO Series with Erin Ollila (Part 1) Connect with Erin Website: erinollila.com Podcast: erinollila.com/podcast Instagram: instagram.com/erinollila LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erinollila Facebook: facebook.com/erinollilacreative TikTok: tiktok.com/@erinollila_

    46 min

  8. 14/11/2024

    How to Create Systems for Your Worst Days in Business with Sandra Henderson

    Is your business prepared for bad days—even those worst case scenarios that we don't want to think about? In today's episode, Sandra Henderson joins us to share how she's set her business up for the worst days in business due to the role her chronic illness plays in her daily life. Listen in as she shares the tools, systems, and boundaries that she's set up to make sure her business can still run smoothly! Today’s episode is brought to you by my Client Hub Template inside the DIY Systems Template Shop. Business owners often have their client information spread across a variety of different tools, making it hard to access the information they need to make critical decisions. That’s why I built the Client Hub Template for Airtable, to take the guesswork out of building your own! Buy Now >> Mentioned in this Episode: Airtable Dubsado Calendly Zapier HoneyBook Moody Monthly App Asana Connect with Sandra Website: simplysandrayvonne.ca Instagram: instagram.com/simplysandrayvonne TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simplysandrayvonne Podcast: simplysandrayvonne.ca/keepingitcandid

    51 min
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Every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit. Here you'll find a no-BS approach to what it takes to put the business first, prioritizing the systems and strategies that will actually move the needle and ensure your creative business is profitable rather than an expensive side-hustle. Your host is Colie James, a Disney-loving family photographer, and filmmaker turned Workflow and Automations Guru who helps creative service providers automate their sh*t, reclaim their time and get back to living! 

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  • Création
    Colie James
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    185
  • Classification
    Contenu explicite
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Business-First Creatives | Colie James
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