Rebel CEO Breeanna Kay

Episode Summary: This week, your host Breeanna Kay, talks with Renee Bowen, a highly experienced photographer turned life and business coach. Renee shares her journey from the world of photography to coaching, offering invaluable insights into overcoming limiting beliefs and achieving success as a creative entrepreneur. As someone deeply versed in the psychology of self-improvement, Renee talks about how she helps clients navigate both their professional and personal lives, integrating a blend of neuro-linguistic programming, hypnosis, and other advanced modalities.
In this episode, Renee dives deep into the common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, ranging from issues of self-worth to fear of visibility and overextending oneself. Using real-life examples, including a client who revolutionized her pricing strategy and mindset to find more business success, Renee highlights how critical it is to align one's life purpose with business goals. She also discusses practical techniques for reprogramming the unconscious mind to remove emotional and psychological barriers, providing actionable steps for listeners to implement immediately.
Key Takeaways: Mindset Shifts Matter: Your beliefs about money and self-worth have powerful impacts on your business success. Holistic Coaching: Renee emphasizes a comprehensive approach, focusing on both life and business coaching to offer complete transformations. Unconscious Mind: Learn how to work with your unconscious mind to reframe limiting beliefs and achieve new levels of success. Custom Coaching: Every client is unique, requiring personalized strategies and processes to overcome specific challenges. Hypnosis for Change: Renee discusses the effectiveness of hypnosis in fast-tracking mental and emotional reprogramming. Notable Quotes: "We are going to find proof of whatever we're looking for. That's just how our brains work." – Renee Bowen "I can give you the tools, but if you're not willing to take the action and get your unconscious mind to work for you, it's going to be really hard." – Renee Bowen "When you're ready to ask why is this coming up, that's where the first sign of transformation happens." – Renee Bowen "Every single thing in our life is a mirror. When something shows up, it's a reflection back at us for a reason." – Renee Bowen "People don't buy what you do; they buy why you do it." – Renee Bowen Resources: Website: Renee Bowen Instagram: Renee Bowen on Instagram TikTok: Renee Bowen on TikTok Free Hypnosis Free Brand Audit Free Pricing Video Class About the Guest: Renee Bowen: Renee Bowen is a seasoned professional photographer with over two decades of experience specializing in luxury experiences for high school seniors and branding. Leveraging her background in psychology, she has transitioned into a successful life and business coach for photographers and creatives. Renee holds certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), brain training, neuroencoding, and hypnosis, making her uniquely equipped to assist her clients in achieving transformative results. Her coaching method blends proven strategies with cutting-edge brain science and metaphysical principles, aimed at helping individuals overcome professional and personal obstacles.
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BREEANNA KAY'S INSTAGRAM:  @breeannakayphotography
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BREEANNA KAY'S WEBSITE: breeannakay.com
MANIFESTING PHOTOGRAPHER PODCAST SHOWNOTES:  breeannakay.com/business-life-coach

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Episode Summary: In this episode of the Rebel CEO podcast, host Breeanna Kay, an elopement photographer and videographer, talks with Hayley Fisk about the intersection of passion and profession. Hayley shares her journey from feeling like an outsider in the competitive, hustle-driven fashion industry to finding joy and fulfillment in product and beauty photography. The episode offers a profound exploration of navigating personal happiness in alignment with one's career.
Hayley Fisk's narrative is a testament to the transformative outcome of embracing one's passions. She opens up about facing challenges such as being treated unfairly at work, confronting a male-dominated industry, and the anxiety and perfectionism that often accompany creative careers. Breeanna and Hayley discuss the importance of community support and the challenges and fears associated with pivoting a career path, even within an established business.
Key Takeaways: The significance of pursuing a career driven by passion over one solely aimed at financial gain, as underscored by personal anecdotes. The evolving journey of a creative professional, including the importance of pivoting and adapting within one's career path. The impact of mindfulness practices, such as grounding meditation and intention setting, on personal and professional growth. The challenges faced by women in male-dominated industries and the importance of fair treatment and pay equity. Strategies for manifesting dreams and aspirations, including visualization exercises and reaching out to community members for support and guidance. Notable Quotes: "Whatever you choose to do with your career, do something you're passionate about, do something that you love. Don't do something just for the money." - Hayley "There's so much work out there that there's no reason for us to not have a community where we can support each other." - Hayley "Sometimes trusting the discomfort and just kind of surrendering to it and letting go of that control of, like, the how and the when and even the why." - Hayley About the Guest: Hayley Fisk is an accomplished commercial photographer based in Los Angeles, specializing in beauty and product photography with a focus on skincare and cosmetics. Celebrating over a decade in the photography industry, Hayley has worked with notable brands like Fenty Skin, Meaningful Beauty and Crepe Erase. Beyond photography, Hayley extends her expertise as a mindset coach through her venture, The Anxious Photog, where she mentors aspiring and established photographers in growing their careers. Her holistic approach to creative work emphasizes strategic, scroll-stopping imagery and upholds the significance of diversity, inclusion, and authentic beauty standards.
Resources: Hayley Fisk Photography Instagram: @hayleyfiskphoto The Anxious Photog Website Download The Anxious Photog's Guide to Landing Dream Clients Freebie Tune into the full episode for more in-depth insights on aligning your career with your core values and the power of community support. Don't miss out on more empowering episodes from the Rebel CEO podcast, your informative guide to entrepreneurship with a heart.
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BREEANNA KAY'S INSTAGRAM:  @breeannakayphotography
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BREEANNA KAY'S WEBSITE: breeannakay.com
MANIFESTING PHOTOGRAPHER PODCAST SHOWNOTES:  breeannakay.com/happiness-driven-career

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Rebel CEO podcast, host Breeanna speaks with Molly Ho as she takes us on a deep-dive into the world of Pinterest and its potential as a powerful business tool. The conversation pivots around Molly's professional insights into why Pinterest stands out from other platforms and how it could be the key to unlocking a wealth of traffic and engagement for passionate entrepreneurs.
Molly Ho shares her journey into Pinterest marketing, dating back to 2018, when she first began to market her digital templates for photographers on the platform. The success she witnessed by achieving top-page rankings on Creative Market stemmed from her adoption of Pinterest, sparking her interest to develop a comprehensive Pinterest course. Throughout the episode, key SEO strategies, content scheduling, and analytics best practices are unpacked, providing listeners with actionable advice to enhance their presence on Pinterest.
Key takeaways from the episode emphasize the significance of Pinterest as a long-term strategy, the importance of optimizing profiles with keyword research, and more. For creatives, especially photographers, Molly's expert tips on pinning strategies and board management could be paramount in transforming their marketing efforts.
Key Takeaways: Pinterest as a Search Engine: Molly perceives Pinterest more like a search engine than a social platform, emphasizing the significance of SEO and keywords for successful marketing. Starting with Pinterest Marketing: For newcomers, Molly recommends setting up a business account, optimizing profiles, conducting comprehensive keyword research, and focusing on creating fresh content. The Long-Term Impact of Pinterest: Unlike other platforms, Pinterest works long term, indexing and driving traffic over extended periods, even when not actively managed. Vertical Pins and Clear Texts: The importance of pinning vertical images and ensuring texts on graphics are clear, as this increases the likelihood of capturing users' attention while scrolling. Seasonal and Advance Content Planning: Molly stresses the foresight needed for seasonal content, advocating for planning three to six months ahead for Pinterest indexing to catch up. Notable Quotes: "Even the years when I don't actively pin, I see Pinterest is still driving a lot of my traffic." - Molly "...my mind is always like, okay, what are people actually typing into the search bar." - Molly "Followers don't matter as much on Pinterest because people can find your content anyway without being a follower of your content." - Molly "I see so many names that don't include what they do." - Molly on optimizing Pinterest profiles for better discoverability. "I realized that the ones who have been on Pinterest and weren't consistently pinning in the past, but they perform better, faster than the ones who start completely new." - Molly on the advantage of having an established presence on Pinterest. Resources: Molly Ho's Website: mollyhostudio.com Molly Ho's Instagram: @mollyhostudio Tune into this episode of Rebel CEO podcast for insights from Molly Ho on mastering Pinterest and futureproofing your marketing efforts. 
About the Guest: Molly Ho is a marketing strategist and manager specializing in assisting service providers, course creators, coaches, and educators with their marketing needs. She has made remarkable strides in enhancing businesses through streamlined marketing, enabling them to concentrate on their core competencies. Her expertise in Pinterest marketing has not only led to significant revenue generation on Creative Market but also to the creation of a course dedicated to helping photographers and creative entrepreneurs leverage Pinterest for their business growth.
BREEANNA KAY'S INSTAGRAM:  @breeannakayphotography
BREEANNA KAY'S WEBSITE: breeannakay.com
MANIFESTING PHOTOGRAPHER PODCAST SHOWNOTES:  breeannakay.com/pinterest

Episode Summary: Welcome to the latest episode where our host, Breeanna, charts an inspiring journey and shares the reason behind the podcast name change from Manifesting Photographer Podcast to Rebel CEO. With a refreshing blend of business savvy and spiritual insight, this episode offers listeners a treasure trove of actionable strategies to redefine success and step confidently into their entrepreneurial power.
Breeanna details the pivotal shift from focusing solely on photography to embracing a broader entrepreneurial identity. She introduces captivating SEO techniques, client experience enhancements, and the unmissable power of networking to reinforce her encompassing theme of empowerment.
Key Takeaways: Embrace your inner rebel to push boundaries and take control of your destiny beyond your initial professional focus.
Transform your client experience with personalized service, exceeding expectations, and anticipating needs for lasting connections.
Unlock your business's growth potential with smart SEO strategies and engaging meta descriptions.
Build and nurture your email list as a direct line of communication and a valuable, long-term business asset.
Networking is crucial and should transcend transactional interactions for deeper, meaningful entrepreneurial relationships.
A resonant, consistent brand message and deep business purpose are essential for making a lasting impact and attracting your ideal audience.
Notable Quotes: "Changing my podcast name to Rebel CEO felt like the perfect way to encompass what it is that I think this podcast has been about all along."
"Crafting an unforgettable client experience is about going the extra mile to understand and meet your clients' needs."
"SEO is a place where keywords and meta descriptions become your secret weapons in attracting kindred spirits."
"Your email list is a valuable asset that you own and control."
"By infusing your business with a purpose that evolves beyond profit margins, you leave a mark on your potential clients."
Resources: Bree’s Social Media: @breeannakayphotography Breeanna Kay Photography's Website: breeannakay.com Flodesk (Email marketing service): https://flodesk.com/c/manifestingphotographer for a 50% discount on the first year subscription. Shownotes: breeannakay.com/6-business-tips Stay tuned for more valuable insights and tips that empower you to embrace your inner CEO and manifest your business' true potential. 
About the Host: Breeanna, or Bree, is not only the voice behind 'Rebel CEO' podcast but also a seasoned professional in the world of photography and videography. Bree makes her mark predominantly within the niche of small weddings. Based out of Roberts, Wisconsin, she has built a flourishing photography business over the course of nine years, with eight of those being full-time. Her journey from accounting to photography serves as an inspirational story for many looking to follow their passion. Alongside her photography work, Bree has extended her expertise into the realm of education, aiding other entrepreneurs, small business owners, and individuals seeking spiritual growth through their creative journeys.

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Manifesting Photographer Podcast, host Breeanna sits down with Emily Kim, a brand photography expert and business educator, to discuss the ins and outs of blogging for SEO. The conversation highlights Emily's journey from her roots as an Apple software engineer to developing her own flourishing brand photography business that thrives on Google leads and referrals. Listen in as Emily shares her strategic approach to content creation and her insights on utilizing blogging as a tool for long-term business growth.
Emily discusses the significance of consistent blogging, the importance of strategic content placement on your website, and the power of storytelling in your posts. She emphasizes how she achieved top Google rankings by focusing on key phrases and blogging all her sessions. Furthermore, Emily provides actionable tips on how creative entrepreneurs can enhance their blogs, utilize Pinterest, and ensure their websites are primed for conversions.
The pair explore various aspects of SEO and blogging, including Emily's top tips for impactful online presence. They dive into the importance of proper image sizing, strategically using keywords, and maintaining an up-to-date portfolio through blogging. This episode is packed with practical advice for both beginners and established creatives that aim to improve their SEO game.
Key Takeaways: Blogging consistently with strategic content can lead to top Google rankings and generate leads through Google and referrals rather than social media algorithms. Including your service and location above the fold on your website, along with resizing images for faster load times, are crucial for SEO. By blogging every session, creatives can create an ever-evolving portfolio and provide endless content for SEO, social media, and newsletters. Storytelling in blog posts should focus on how the photographer addressed client goals rather than just sharing client stories. Designing your website for conversions is just as important as blogging for SEO – it must lead potential clients to take action. Notable Quotes: "I committed to once a week blog posts […] you really just have to start and get your blogs out into the world." "SEO stands for search engine optimization. […] all it means is how people find your website on Google." "I treat my blog like my ever-evolving portfolio. And if you're blogging all of your sessions, then you really have endless content." "The time of writing these beautiful novellas of your couple and their love story is really over." "What our ideal clients want to know is what did you, as the photographer, do for your clients?" Resources: Emily's Website Social media handle: @emilykim.co Free Facebook group for photographers: Profitable Creatives Free Website Audit Checklist Tune in to the full episode for an in-depth understanding of SEO-optimized blogging for photographers and creative business owners. Emily’s expertise can drastically change the way you approach your online presence and website traffic.
About the Guest: Emily Kim is an ex-Apple software engineer turned creative business educator based in Boston, MA. Over the last five years, she’s built a multi-six figure brand photography & videography business.
Now, Emily is combining her business expertise from her MBA, corporate experience at Apple, and her years of experience in photography to coach other photographers & creative business owners on how to build sustainable, profitable businesses.
BREEANNA KAY'S INSTAGRAM:  @breeannakayphotography
BREEANNA KAY'S WEBSITE: breeannakay.com
MANIFESTING PHOTOGRAPHER PODCAST SHOWNOTES:  breeannakay.com/seo-photographers

Episode Summary: In this engaging episode, you get an inside look at part of a coaching call with guest Kate, to lay out a foundational plan that bridges business, photography, and spiritual growth. The conversation is a treasure trove for listeners wanting to leverage email marketing for their photography business, touching upon platforms, list-building strategies, and the importance of segmentation.
After a brief introduction to Kate's background and preferences, including her inclination towards the Flodesk email marketing platform, Breeanna systematically breaks down the steps to kick-start an email marketing journey. She emphasizes the first crucial step – building an email list. Using organic social media reach and strategic promotions, Breeanna lays out methods for growing an engaged community.
The conversation then shifts to nurturing new-found email subscribers. Breeanna outlines the importance of a well-structured nurture sequence—emails delivered in a specific cadence post-signup—to establish a rapport with the audience. This sequence, she argues, should inspire, educate, and entertain, ultimately moving subscribers through the know-like-trust process.
Key Takeaways: Segmentation is Key: Differentiating your email lists into photographer clients and potential photography clients is essential for targeted marketing.
Nurturing Leads to Conversion: Implementing a nurture sequence helps in converting subscribers into potential clients by building a relationship based on trust and value.
Flodesk as a Platform: Flodesk is recommended for its aesthetic and user-friendly interface, making email marketing manageable and visually appealing. 
Diverse Acquisition Channels: Utilize various channels like social media, digital products, and collaborations to grow your email list effectively.
Educate, Don’t Sell: The initial series of emails should not be sales-focused but should provide value to establish credibility and build a solid foundation for future sales.
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Engage with these insights and more by listening to the full episode of the "Manifesting Photographer Podcast."  About the Guest: In this episode, the coaching call is with Kate, a rising talent in the realm of photography. Although she has not yet embarked on email marketing, Kate's background includes nonprofit work and a keen interest in photography-related business development. She's now looking into expanding her reach through email campaigns and is ready to dive into the marketing aspect of her craft.
BREEANNA KAY'S INSTAGRAM:  @breeannakayphotography
BREEANNA KAY'S WEBSITE: breeannakay.com
MANIFESTING PHOTOGRAPHER PODCAST SHOWNOTES:  breeannakay.com/email-marketing