20 Something with Maddie

hi friendsssss!! In this episode I'm chatting all about communication and how super important it is in all of the relationships in our lives. I'm getting into the details about communication in my own life growing up and how I've learned from that and how I try to communicate with everyone around me. XO

AHHH my photography business from start to now. I'm talking all about how I started, how I got to where I am now, and some of my most favorite tools in business. Also created a fun little check list for YOU if you are starting your own creative business! Honeybooks (CRM I talked about): http://share.honeybook.com/maddison875963FREEBIE: https://www.maddienicholephotographer.com/blog/freebie-starting-a-business-checklist

AHH WHAT IS UP FRIENDS! I am SO excited to be back at it. First episode in a VERY long time and first episode of 2023 all about a little update on where I am right now snow birding in Florida for the winter plusss some 2023 reset energy. Happy new year friends :) 

 In this episode I'm chatting all about my most recent moment of panic when I realized that I am not anywhere I thought I'd be a year ago when I graduated college but instead I am somewhere so much grater than I would have thought possible.   It's amazing what happens when you intentionally invest time in doing things for yourself, by yourself, instead of just letting life happen. The beauty is in looking at the things we HAVE done instead of the things we have yet to do. Let me know what you think and connect with me on IG!! @maddsnichole

I don't know about you, but the overwhelm of having a million options has happened a couple times for me recently.. Then the panic of making the decision of what to do get's a little stressful. In this episode I'm talking all about this and how I'm ~trying~ to work through it... any advice is welcome lol!! Let's connect on Instagram!: @maddienicholephoto101 Questions to ask Yourself in your 20's by Paul Angone linked here

Happy freekin new year!! In this episode I'm sharing my version of the reset I'm doing for the new year!! That includes setting my goals, creating my vision board, words//themes I have set for the year and creating actionable steps to making it happen. I love the energy of a new year and I'm super stoked about all of the good that is coming this year! YAY!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE EMAIL LIST:  https://www.maddienicholephotographer.com/SHARE YOUR GOALS/VISION BOARD WITH ME: https://www.instagram.com/MADDIENICHOLEPHOTO/

It's a beautiful time  really,  at least in my own experience you meet these people in college who don't  know you  at all and  you click like no  other.  You spend insane amounts  of  time with each other, maybe  you live together regardless you are with each other through some super hard, new, fun, crazy, unknown things, you pull all nighters in  the library during finals week, unknowingly change your major at the same time to the same thing multiple times, take care of each other or get  taken care of after wild nights, adventure with,  laugh with, cry with, I mean I have stories for days. It's fascinating  to me, how  all of us came  from different places  and  end up in one spot in the entire   world together for  this  short  period of time before  you start the next chapter of your lives and end up in completely  different  places  again.  The last few months have been endless moments of me  saying “this blows  my mind, I can't believe that  we only met  in the  last 4 years” because I  feel like I've  lived an entire lifetime with these people. I  feel truly so blessed beyond words for  these amazing souls, and so freaking  grateful to  have them in my life. Lets connect on IG:  @maddienicholephoto

In this episode I'm sharing my take on "when land" and how it's not a Disney movie like it sounds, it's also not helping you get any closer to your goals. Trust me, I'm right there going through it too. I want to talk  about my experience on living in what I like  to call “when land”I was getting ready for this week and looking at my calendar and the things I wanted to accomplish and all that jaz and I realized that  I am living in when land, I have been living in  when land. When I'm not traveling so much I'll be eating better,When I don't have to stay up late working, I'll be sleeping better, When I have more time I'll be working out more,  When I'm not so busy I'll be  drinking more water, When I'm not in  such a rush I'll  be doing my daily routines like journaling, reading, gratitude, more consistently. I had other projects that I would get done WHEN I wasn't so busy.  The hard pill to  swallow here is the fact that if you're not doing  it now, you won't do it “when” because “when” might not ever happen . The truth is, whatever it is you want to be doing, has to be a priority or it won't happen no matter what  the circumstances  are, we'll always be finding excuses.My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

What is up my friends! I am back and I am so excited for all of the good that is to come! I have had one of the craziest yet absolutely amazing years. In this episode I am sharing a bit of my business journey and the beautiful challenges that have come as well. It is easy to get wrapped up in the frustrating or "not so fun" parts of what we are doing and with that it is so important to bring it back to the basics of why we started.  It feels good to be back and I am so excited for (Season 2 of) 20 Something with Maddie :)Lets connect on IG: maddienicholephoto

Whats up guys! I have had so many requests for this episode so I am excited to share this!! I put together a few of my best tips (that I could think of at the moment) for college freshman, because well we all know that's a crazy time! I think eventually there may be a part two of this episode, but I want to hear your biggest tips for college freshman! Share it with me over on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

HEYYYYY Friends!! It's been a freekin minute but I am SO glad to be back. There has been so much happening in life and it's been a bit overwhelming in all of the ways good, bad and everything in between. Graduation, full time photo biz, a bit of an identity crisis, lots of growth, wondering of what is to come next...  Your girl is feeling it all, but it's freeking exciting! I'm pretty much just chatting it all up in this episode,  spilling all of the thoughts and emotions that are with this crazy unique time in life! Like always,  I'm just here to keep it real and that's exactly what I'm doing todayyy!  How are you feeling?! Let's connect on IG!! @maddienicholephoto 

WHAT IS UP FRIENDS?! Okay the pressure of dating and the ideas of relationships and dating in your early twenties is real. It can be stressful, scary, intimidating, and discouraging.  It can feel a little overwhelming and crazy but I'll let you in on a few ideas and perspectives. Growth is constantly happening for ALL of us, and reflection is a major key in life.  I'm chatting all reflection on past relationships, what I have learned, and how I have grown. I am also sharing my own perspective on dating moving forward and some unpopular opinions. At the end of the day, the most important person in your life is YOU. You get to put yourself first and you get to explore your dreams, desires, wants, and values. Explore yourself first and don't put so much pressure on yourself to find that person. I am no expert here, but I promise to always share my own experiences, ideas, and perspective. && with this episode it just happens to be about dating. :) Let's connect on instagram!!  @maddienicholephotohttps://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Okay you guys, spring has sprung.. Graduation is right around the corner, and that senioritis is kicking in full swing. I mean high school or college it happens and it's a real thing. Staying in the swing of things can be HARD but we are not alone. I've been feeling it for sure, and though I'm no expert in the field, I am working though it consistently to finish strong to the end. So if you are a senior in highschool or college, this episode is for you. How are you getting through the senioritis rut?! Let me know on instagram @maddienicholephoto https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

One thing that has come up in quite a few conversations and I mean, it just happens with anything in life, but it’s also been something that I have had to work through recently and that is things not going as planned and my reaction to them. If you follow me on instagram, or you have been listening to the podcast, you have probably heard me at some point say, “the only thing in life that we are really in control of is the way in which we react to the situations that happen in our lives…” There is so much truth to that, there are going to be so many things that don’t go our way in life Matter of fact, any time you make a plan.. Chances are likely something whether it’s big or small, has not gone your way.. & that will probably come completely out of left field but it’s just what happens and we’ve gotta be prepared for when that does happen, or at least to not not let it completely tear us down. Which is super hard, I get it.. When things don’t go our way or the way we had in mind it can be super disappointing, at the same time it can be a complete blessing in disguise and something super magical can come out of it too.. You know? I am not trying to downplay the disappointment when this happens because you and I both know it's there.What I mean is that there is a different mindset and reaction we have to have towards these situations in order to overcome it and create a different outcome for the future. In this episode I am chatting all about that, my own stories with it and how I overcome the disappointment of things not going my way. Connect with me on instagram! @maddienicholephoto https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

I realized that I haven't really shared my journey with starting a creative business. You have heard bits and pieces about what I do, but not exactly how I got to this point in my business. A few of the topics I cover that have helped me in my journey is investing in education, practicing consistently, being you, and just working really hard. I have been so blessed to have so many amazing friends who encourage and support my creativity and my business and they are all a huge part of my journey. I mention my amazing coach, mentor, and friend Tracy! If you want more info on her mastermind or coaching with her check her out here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracymoorephoto/ Website: https://tracymoore.mykajabi.com/I want to hear all about what you do and YOUR creative journey so connect with me over on instagram!! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Wow.. sharing a struggle here. Time management has been a recent struggle for me so this episode is all about that... Time management. If you are anything like me your brain is all over the place and managing your time to complete tasks can be extremely difficult. Sooo in this episode I am chatting all about the struggle, some tips I have found, and different things I am trying to work on. Send any tips my way because your girl could use the help ;) https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Business growth, personal growth, and bam I'm in Costa Rica?! I had the best conversation today that totally inspired this episode, between the reflecting I have been doing, the adventures to come, and my high school senior girls I am working with.. I had to share this. It felt so fitting. High school can be freekin hard and there are some things we all need to hear, or probably did hear but didn't listen or maybe we just needed to hear it from a different voice. Either way I am sharing exactly what I would tell my younger self. What would you say to your younger self, tell me on instaaaa! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

You know those days where life just feels like it's completely crazy? Like everything within and around you is so nuts that it is hard to even get anything done.It's those days where remembering to take care of you is the most important. But how do you do that? That's the hard part. I have been working every day to really focus on the activities that I am doing when I am feeling like my best self, super content, happy with where I am at, calm, grounded, and the things that give me the ability to reset. That is exactly what this episode is about, I am sharing some of my favorite things to do when I feel as though I'm a little stressed or overwhelmed in both the good and the bad ways. How to work through it and actually be productive because it is possible. Let's connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

HAPPY HAPPY New Year Friends!! This is such a fun and crazy time of year. We are all focused on resetting and creating new habits, breaking old, setting goals, and looking into what we want to accomplish in the future. SO EXCITING. So overwhelming sometimes, am I right?! If you are anything like me, you have set these gigantic and sometimes unrealistic goals for yourself for the new year in the past... Like pretty much setting myself up for failure multiple times.. and when I don't achieve the goals or I miss one day of whatever it is I was working towards, I get down on myself and then I resent that goal. It's this whole process in my mind.. but I am going into this year with a little bit of a different approach and really breaking my goals down into smaller and doable tasks to set myself up for success. This year is our year, so let's get it!!! Goal Getter Episode: https://20somethingwithmaddie.buzzsprout.com/1530911/6744070-goal-getterMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Oh my gosh you guys, can you believe we are wrapping up 2020?! I think it is absolutely crazy and I don't know about you but this has been the fastest most longest year of my entire life!! wanted or not, this year forced us to pause all while still going at the same time. It was filled with large amounts of grief but also so much growth, there is so much to be grateful for and so much good to focus on and reflect back on. So many lessons, experiences, and shifts that will forever be a key part of the rest of our lives. Take some time for you and allow yourself to look back at everything that made an impact on you this last year, what are you taking forward with you!? In this episode I chat all about my 2020, and everything I am taking into 2021. Accomplishments, lessons, mindsets, words, you know.. all that good stuff. I'm that friend who is here to help show you what is possible. No, I am not super crazy successful.. I still struggle just like anyone else, but I want to share everything as I live through it because sometimes we just need to hear what others are doing to feel more comfortable and confident with what we are doing. You got this. Happy freekin new year! xoLET'S CONNECT. I am dying to hear all about your 2020, your goals, hopes, dreams, and everything you are looking forward to and bringing into 2021! Share it with me on the gram!! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Ever felt like a person, maybe a place, an event, situation, whatever it may be just didn't fill you up. Maybe you left feeling like it took all of your energy to be around that, or that it was more work than enjoyment. It can be extremely hard & boundaries are not something that are super easy to just recognize and begin implementing. Even after I've been able to recognize and implement them in my own life I still have my moments of slips but I have worked to find some balance with it. It all starts with recognizing how you are feeling, about a situation, a person, an event or as I said before, whatever it might be. If you're a people pleaser like me this may have been even more of a struggle for you. In this episode I share my stories and experiences with recognizing the boundaries I need to set as well as working on using them better in my own life. I would love so much to connect with you guys on IG follow me here + send me a message!! I cannot wait to meet you! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Chances are, if you are an entrepreneur or have a brand of your own or whatever it may be that you are doing... There has probably been a time that you have experienced imposter syndrome. *que the stress + constant feeling of not being good enough + questioning all things*I've been through it, I'm still going through it but a key to getting through it (and well anything in life) is first finding a system of what helps you when you feel those feelings coming up.Which is exactly what I discuss in this episode, everything that helps me make it through it and keep pushing forward and showing up consistently. 1. Focus on your why. 2. Remember that everyone starts somewhere.3. Don’t feel like you have to know everything.4. Know that you are not alone. 5. Reflect on your past accomplishments. Remember that you've got this & you are a bad ass. Let's connect on Instagram!! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

We've all given or received advice at some point in our lives, right? Well in this episode I am sharing some of my most ever favorite pieces of advice I have ever received, given, and a few shared from my friends on Instagram. Some are pretty basic and some have had a lot of meaning. I am far from perfect and I am in no way a master of all of these but it is always something to work towards.  Who knows, you might just hear exactly what you need. I hope that you will take whatever it is you need from here and enjoy! Don't forget to share your favorite piece of advice, I'm dying to hear yours!! Screenshot and tag me in you listening with your most favorite advice from either on the podcast or something totally unique to you!! Check out my instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Everyone needs to hear this... So a few months back, I created a 5 day challange with some of my favorite exercises that have made a huge impact on my journey to self love.. It only makes sense to share all of these with you so here it is!! I hop you can resonate with these as much as I did! step one: knowing youstep two: what you needstep three: centering youstep four: taking care of youstep five: your goalsLet's connect on instagram! I share so much content on self love and growth over there! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

In this episode of 20 Something I have my very first ever guest. Shayna Lloyd is one of my very favorite friends and owner of Montana Diaries, a multimedia company here in Montana! We are chatting all things business and starting a creative business in your twenties. Maddie's Instagram Shay's Instagram Montana Diaries WebsiteFacebook Group for Creative Entrepreneurs

Gahhh you guys I cannot stress enough the importance in investing in yourself, it is something you have to do continuously in every way. In this episode I am sharing my journey with investing in myself and all of the amazing things that come from doing just that. I am also sharing ideas you can use right now to invest in yourself. If you are looking for permission to do your thing, this is it. You got this. Let's connect on instagram https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

You guyssssss. Your brand is soo important and establishing it is such a fun and unique process. It is exactly how you express yourself and everything you are into your messaging. I have attended workshops, events, taken courses, hired coaches and worked so hard at understanding this. In this episode I have pulled from everything I have learned and created 5 steps you can use to establishing your brand. I come back to these steps often and regroup what I am doing. I hope that this can help you!! I want to see what you are doing and hear all about your brand! Share it with me and say hi on instagram!! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

To go to college or not to go to college.. Well that is something you truly have to decide for yourself. In this episode I share my educational journey which led me to attending college right out of highschool. I let you in on a bit about my college experience, and some of the great lessons I have learned. I also chat a bit about the crazy cool journey that is finding your gift in life!Lets connect, say hi and find me on instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Who can relate to the feelings of perfectionism? If we are being honest, it simply freekin sucks... For as long as I can remember I have struggled with this big time. It is not easy, but it is absolutely something that is manageable and you CAN recover from it. In this episode I chat all about my experience with perfectionism and the ways I help cope and work with it. Not every day is perfect, but you can do this! I want to hear your favorite tips and/or pieces of advice for perfectionism!! Let me know on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

eeeew the thing we have all been guilty of doing.. comparison (eep) okay let's not be scared of it but instead find the reason behind why we are doing it & how to help cope with it when we feel it creeping up. It is one of the hardest things to do, I can remember comparing myself with others from a super young age and ahh it can be so difficult but just know that you are amazing and nobody is YOU. In this episode I share a bit of my own story and experience with comparison as well as the ways I have found to help with it when I feel it coming up!Say hi and check me out on instagram here ALSO share your favorite ways to deal with comparison! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Goals, we all have them and we all want to make them happen. Ever feel like you have so many or just don't know where to start which leads you right to holding off and not even doing any? & most likely feeling VERY overwhelmed... Girl, I've been there. In this episode I share my story with setting goals, reaching goals, and the process behind it. It's not easy, and chances are you will not see results overnight! But working hard, setting your mind to it, and not giving up will make it happen. You got this! xo. Say hi and check me out on instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Have you ever had someone tell you that you're just too much, you need to relax or to just chill?! *que the cringing*Let me tell ya, this has been a struggle in my life & I am sure that I am not the only one who it can really get to sometimes. I have put a lot of time and effort into working on this and in this episode I share a bit of my story as well as how I now react to people telling me that I' m too much (gah hate those words). It's not easy, and not every day is perfect with it, but this doesn't have to be a struggle. Keep shining and keep being you!! Say hi and find me on instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/

Welcome to 20 something, I'm your host Maddie!! I am so excited to share stories, experiences, craziness and just all things "twenties" with you! Our twenties are such a crazy whirlwind of a time and my hopes for you to feel a little less alone, inspired, motivated, and ready to take on the world. Let's dive in!! Say hi and check me out on insta here!! https://www.instagram.com/maddienicholephoto/