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Joy Michelle | Business Coach for Creative Entrepreneurs

Unlocking Rapid Business Growth with Education with Angie McPherson

I’m often having conversations with fellow entrepreneurs about all the things we don’t hear talked about publicly, but in today’s episode, you’re going to hear what one of those conversations sounds like. Angie McPherson invited me to chat about our own educational investments on her podcast and it was just too good not to air […] The post Unlocking Rapid Business Growth with Education with Angie McPherson appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Pricing Strategies

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Pricing Your Services as a Creative

The power in entrepreneurship is that we get to determine our own pricing, but then we’re faced with our potential clients being the ones who determine if they’re willing to pay that price. In today’s episode, we’re discussing pricing strategies for creatives so that you can determine how to set or raise your prices! Listen […] The post Pricing Your Services as a Creative appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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What Marketing is Working Best in 2024 for Photographers?

As a business coach, I get a front row seat to so many businesses to see what’s working and not working! In today’s episode, I want to share what I see working for photographers in 2024 in their marketing! Listen to this episode now: Apple Podcast | Spotify Search for episode 117 of Called to […] The post What Marketing is Working Best in 2024 for Photographers? appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Have You Been Believing This Lie About Inspiration?

Have you ever found yourself saying, “I can’t create today because I’m just not feeling it.” You may have bought into the lie that you need to be inspired to create. Maybe it’s not as obvious, but it could be that you’re putting off non-creatives tasks as well. Inspiration is fickle and you can’t wait […] The post Have You Been Believing This Lie About Inspiration? appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Wedding Photography Business

Why Honeybook is the Best CRM for Wedding Photographers

Finding the best CRM for wedding photographers can be a game-changer for managing your clients, contracts, and schedule. I know firsthand the difference quality tools like this can make. I went from managing my photography business using a Gmail inbox and sticky notes, to having a streamlined system. Honeybook stands out as the top choice […] The post Why Honeybook is the Best CRM for Wedding Photographers appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Growing Your Business Sustainably: 3 Essential Practices

If you take your business growth seriously and you also like having a life and having margin very intentionally built into your life, then you are actually going to be a big fan of this episode. Today I’m sharing intentional growth practices for a sustainable business. Listen to this episode now: Apple Podcast | Spotify […] The post Growing Your Business Sustainably: 3 Essential Practices appeared first on Joy Michelle.

Profit First

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My Profit First Experience as a Photographer & Business Coach

Are you paying yourself consistently in your business? This is an issue that many entrepreneurs face. For me, Profit First truly shifted the way I do business. Listen in as I share how implementing Profit First allowed me to become the CEO of my business and pay myself consistently while also giving purpose to my […] The post My Profit First Experience as a Photographer & Business Coach appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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How to Advertise a New Photography Business Step By Step

You’ve got your camera and a dream, and now you’re ready for the clients. It’s time to get the word out about your new photography business with some advertising. Well, you’ve come to the right place. I’m here to help you advertise a photo business especially when you don’t have any clients yet. Not only […] The post How to Advertise a New Photography Business Step By Step appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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The Pros and Cons of Honeybook for Photographers

Let’s talk about the pros and cons of Honeybook for photographers – because every software is going to have it’s upsides and downsides and I want to provide you with the complete picture as you decide what CRM to use in your photography business. If you’re wondering what Honeybook does, if it’s worth it, and […] The post The Pros and Cons of Honeybook for Photographers appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Top 3 Ways to Improve Your Google Business Profile & SEO

If you set up your Google Business profile when you first started your business, but haven’t touched it since, you might be missing out on visibility opportunities in your business! From optimizations in your search rankings to potential inquiries in your business, your Google Business profile plays a vital role in how you could potentially […] The post Top 3 Ways to Improve Your Google Business Profile & SEO appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Organization Tips

Staying Organized

5 Organization Tips for Your Photography Business

I believe that there is a direct correlation between your level of organization in the systems in your business and your level of profitability. A lot of creatives look a lot more professional on the outside than they are actually organized for on the backend. In today’s episode, I’m sharing five organization tips for your […] The post 5 Organization Tips for Your Photography Business appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Less, But Better

Our time is limited, especially during the summer months. Doing less, but with more intention could be the secret to staying sane this summer while also growing your business without burning out. The pressure to do more and create more is just a constant as a business owner. The truth is oftentimes you don’t actually […] The post Less, But Better appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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3 Surprising Things I Learned Growing a YouTube Channel to 60k Subscribers

I recently hit 60k subscribers on Youtube and as I reflect on my time creating content on the platform, there are a lot of things I’ve learned along the way. In today’s episode, I’m sharing three surprising lessons I’ve learned while growing my Youtube channel! Listen to this episode now: Apple Podcast | Spotify Search […] The post 3 Surprising Things I Learned Growing a YouTube Channel to 60k Subscribers appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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5 Things I’m Doing to (Hopefully) Double My Take Home Pay

Can I let you in on a little secret? This year, I have a goal of doubling my take-home pay in my business. Through using the Profit First method, I’m hoping to increase my revenue and increase my take home pay! Listen in as I’m sharing a few things I’m doing to strategically support this […] The post 5 Things I’m Doing to (Hopefully) Double My Take Home Pay appeared first on Joy Michelle.

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Overcoming Doubt & Critics: Resilient Entrepreneurship

When others doubt you, it makes it hard to want to keep going, but I believe entrepreneurs are resilient. In today’s episode, we’re discussing overcoming critics, haters, negativity, self doubt and what it looks like to have resiliency in your entrepreneurship journey. If you’ve ever felt like you are an outsider in your own industry […] The post Overcoming Doubt & Critics: Resilient Entrepreneurship appeared first on Joy Michelle.