Take It From Us

Well, friends, it has been quite the journey. It is with a heavy heart that we bring to you one last Take It From Us episode from Dawn & Emily. This episode really covers it all. They recap why they originally started the podcast to it's bittersweet ending and how much work actually goes into producing a podcast. Dawn & Emily also share where their paths are heading now with expansions, rebrands and new adventures to be launched. Tune it for a real, honest conversation for one last time on the podcast. But, don't worry Dawn & Emily aren't going anywhere! At the end of the episode, they give you the rundown of their new ventures and where you can follow along. Tune in for this final farewell. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/081Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Did you know you can make money by selling stock images?This is a route of photography and income we've never talked about on the show, and we're so excited for you to listen! Aubrey Westlund, stock photographer and passive income expert,  joins us on the podcast to chat about her personal photography journey. She teaches us how to get started shooting stock images, how to find an agency that is a good fit for your style, and how to gain traction and succeed in this niche. The best news? It is one of the easiest forms of passive income a photographer could possibly imagine! In this episode, we're learning something brand new right alongside you! Grab your notebooks photographers, we're all students today!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/080Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Everyone welcome Rocio to the podcast this week! Amidst the sometimes competitive photography industry, Rocio is a breath of fresh air in today's conversation. Rocio brings a positive and authentic outlook on life and work that can bring us all a new perspective. She is encouraging all of us as creatives to be ourselves, because ultimately that is who our clients will trust. As a college drop out, Rocio explains her quick love of photography and how it changed her life. This episode is filled with heart, inspiration and all things photography, so don't miss out! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/079Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Calling all business owners! You shouldn't be afraid of your finances & LoriAnn Kuntz is here to show you why! LoriAnn joins Emily on the podcast this week to chat about managing money as a creative entrepreneur. She breaks down tax season, outsourcing, and gives us all the tips & tricks to begin understanding our finances. And the best news? This is a judgment free zone! Whether you balance your own books or you have no idea what that means, LoriAnn can lead you in the right direction. Every entrepreneur needs to listen to this one. Trust us, friends!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/078Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Meet Daniel and Shelby, the photography and videography duo known as Viby Creative! Daniel and Shelby are close friends of ours, and today on the podcast we're talking about the good and the bad in the wedding industry, including some of our own horror stories! This episode is full of entertaining moments that every vendor and creative can learn a lesson from, while also having a few laughs along the way. Tune in for some fun!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/077Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Danielle Johnson is a 22-year-old SEO and blogging guru who is wise beyond her years! She joins us on the podcast this week to take us through her college dropout journey & how she is pursuing her business full time. She gives us some great advice on when it *might* be the time to listen to that gut feeling we have all had to take a leap of faith. She reminds us that blogging is NOT dead or as intimidating as you think! You don't have to spend thousands of dollars or hours to see results from blogging and today she is giving us simple steps to start. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/076Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Today's episode is on a subject we know we've all struggled with from time to time… vulnerability! Dawn and Emily dive deep into what vulnerability means to them and how they've struggled being real on the internet as creators. If you've ever struggled with what to share and what not to share on social media we think this episode will make you feel seen. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/075Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

From photography to Tik Tok to podcasting this week's guest has done it ALL! Cassidy Lynne, a Michigan wedding photographer and educator, swaps her usual podcasting seat to join Dawn & Emily. Cassidy shares her journey from being a full time photographer to an educator and podcaster. We also dive deep into how to grow, create and go viral on Tik Tok within your niche. We already know this episode is one you'll wanna hear twice.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/074Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They're  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

We're changing it up this week with a solo episode! We are sitting down, reflecting on last year, and talking about our hopes for 2023. Dawn explains her new exciting business plans for the year & Emily reflects on some of her personal goals. Don't worry… you don't need to have a vision board or a detailed plan of your year… because let's be real, we don't either! Grab your notebook, friends & let's start working towards our goals this year!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/073HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

A special holiday calls for a special episode with very special guests…Our husbands, Tommy & Jeff, are joining us on the podcast to play the Newlywed game! We test the guys to see how well they really know us. From bucket list goals to coffee orders to pet peeves we're asking it all.Practice some self love today by taking a break and laughing the next hour away with us on Spotify or Apple! Trust us, you'll wanna listen to this one.

On today's episode we're welcoming Anna Woodman, founder of Mae, which is a vegan & palm-free candle & soap company based in Newberg, OR. Anna joins us to talk about her journey becoming an entrepreneur and the obstacles that she faced along the way. We dive deep into the ins and outs of being a small business owner with a physical product and how Anna has grown her business over time. Everyone could learn a little lesson from Anna's hard work, dedication & persistence. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/S204HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Raise your hand if you struggle to balance all of your passions?! If your hand is in the air, then you must tune in to this episode! Asha Bailey joins Dawn & Emily to chat about her creative entrepreneurial journey as a multi–passionate photographer. Asha speaks about the societal pressure she felt to stick to a single career and how she has been able to overcome the idea of failure in her life. If you are someone who has a million ideas and wants to explore them all, Asha is here for you! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/S203HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

You're going to want to join us for this fun filled episode with our friend, Blaire Frey! Blaire is on the podcast chatting about her job as a content creator. She even tells us about her most recent purchase.. A van for her and her husband to travel in! She's honest about her struggles with balance and gives us her best hacks for living in the moment. Whether you dream of traveling the world or not, Blaire's free spirit is something we could all learn from!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/S202HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Happy New Year, friends we are back with Season 2! In this episode, Dawn & Emily answer some of YOUR questions. From tips on pricing to just beginning your journey, they cover it all… But WAIT! It gets better. At the end of the episode, Dawn & Emily share some of your photography horror stories and just a warning – they're not so pretty. Grab your headphones, you do not want to miss this!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/S201HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Join us for this week's episode with Terrah Jade. Terrah owns TJ Creative Agency, a boutique content and creative agency. In today's podcast, we talk all about trends, advice and ways to connect online. Tara dishes her expert tips & tricks on being a successful business owner, mom and overall human being. This episode is a good one - so make sure you tune in!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/067Are you a photographer who loves the art of capturing moments and creating art but you need a hand when it comes to creating the perfect website and booking system? If so, Focal was made for you! Focal comes alongside you to craft a logo, website, and an entire backend system that best suits your photography business. The best part? It's risk-free! You can view an entire preview of your site by focal before launch, and you're eligible for a refund at any time! Read more about Focal and start the process of an easy-to-use photography site HERE! Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

Today we're talking all things motherhood and creativity with none other than the photographer, and content creator Ashley Zibettie! Ashley shares how she transitioned from a full time photographer to a full time mom and content creator. We talk through her best tips on balancing your creative outlets as you transition in life. Whether you have children, are expecting or neither, we promise you'll walk away with some amazing advice from Ashley!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/066Are you a photographer who loves the art of capturing moments and creating art but you need a hand when it comes to creating the perfect website and booking system? If so, Focal was made for you! Focal comes alongside you to craft a logo, website, and an entire backend system that best suits your photography business. The best part? It's risk-free! You can view an entire preview of your site by focal before launch, and you're eligible for a refund at any time! Read more about Focal and start the process of an easy-to-use photography site HERE! Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

Meet Grace! She is a destination wedding photographer, business educator and passive income guru. Grace joined us on the podcast to talk about how to create passive income in your business. We talk through how she got to where she is today, and practical ways you can start earning passive income as an entrepreneur! If you've been wanting to unlock a whole new world within your business, this is the episode for you! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/065Are you a photographer who loves the art of capturing moments and creating art but you need a hand when it comes to creating the perfect website and booking system? If so, Focal was made for you! Focal comes alongside you to craft a logo, website, and an entire backend system that best suits your photography business. The best part? It's risk-free! You can view an entire preview of your site by focal before launch, and you're eligible for a refund at any time! Read more about Focal and start the process of an easy-to-use photography site HERE! Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

Daniel Kim changed his photography style and mindset to find work that fulfills him, and today he's bringing us behind the scenes of that journey. Daniel is a wedding photographer and a stellar human being. He's spilling all the tips you need to know about capturing genuine emotions and true memories.  Photographer or not, everyone could learn a little something from Daniel's refreshing mindset! This is an episode you don't want to miss!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/064Are you a photographer who loves the art of capturing moments and creating art but you need a hand when it comes to creating the perfect website and booking system? If so, Focal was made for you! Focal comes alongside you to craft a logo, website, and an entire backend system that best suits your photography business. The best part? It's risk-free! You can view an entire preview of your site by focal before launch, and you're eligible for a refund at any time! Read more about Focal and start the process of an easy-to-use photography site HERE! Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

Meet Fran Dargaville, a nutritionist with a specialty in gut health. What started as an interest in her own health journey turned into a desire to help others, too. In this episode we dive deep into how gut health affects your business and your body. Fran breaks down what gut health means, how you can improve yours and why it is important as business owners. Grab a pen and some paper because Fran is spilling it all! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/063We are thrilled to be partnering with the world's largest wedding photography summit! On November 21st and 22nd people from all over the wedding industry will be coming together to hear groundbreaking education from 10 different industry leaders. The summit is for photographers, videographers, vendors, and creative entrepreneurs across all niches. For just $7 you can attend the online photography event of the year. What are you waiting for?! Check out all the details here.Are you a photographer who loves the art of capturing moments and creating art but you need a hand when it comes to creating the perfect website and booking system? If so, Focal was made for you! Focal comes alongside you to craft a logo, website, and an entire backend system that best suits your photography business. The best part? It's risk-free! You can view an entire preview of your site by focal before launch, and you're eligible for a refund at any time! Read more about Focal and start the process of an easy-to-use photography site HERE! 

Manda Worthington has done it all, and today we're talking about her latest company, Mae&Co Creative, a luxury design and production company. In this episode we talk about what a luxury wedding looks like, how to build relationships with vendors, and even some of Manda's favorite things. If you are curious about the makings of the immaculate weddings you may have seen from Mae&Co this episode is a must listen.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/062We are thrilled to be partnering with the world's largest wedding photography summit! On November 21st and 22nd people from all over the wedding industry will be coming together to hear groundbreaking education from 10 different industry leaders. The summit is for photographers, videographers, vendors, and creative entrepreneurs across all niches. For just $7 you can attend the online photography event of the year. What are you waiting for?! Check out all the details here.HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!

Meet Rachel Traxler, wedding photographer, business coach, and creator of the Income to Inquiry Pipeline. In today's episode, we're diving into the topic of slow seasons and how you can fill them by working on your client experience. A solid foundation is crucial, and Rachel is here to teach us how to build our contact forms into something that converts. Regardless of what season you're in, grab a pen and take some notes!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/061We are thrilled to be partnering with the world's largest wedding photography summit! On November 21st and 22nd people from all over the wedding industry will be coming together to hear groundbreaking education from 10 different industry leaders. The summit is for photographers, videographers, vendors, and creative entrepreneurs across all niches. For just $7 you can attend the online photography event of the year. What are you waiting for?! Check out all the details here.HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!

Reels… every business owner's struggle right now! Today Dawn and Emily are sharing their experience with reels, alongside their tips for creating content that's authentic to you. Bottom line, you don't have to do trending dances to make an impact in our video-driven world. They're dishing their best tips for reel creation, editing, and engagement. Regardless of where you are in your business, this episode is for you!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/060We are thrilled to be partnering with the world's largest wedding photography summit! On November 21st and 22nd people from all over the wedding industry will be coming together to hear groundbreaking education from 10 different industry leaders. The summit is for photographers, videographers, vendors, and creative entrepreneurs across all niches. For just $7 you can attend the online photography event of the year. What are you waiting for?! Check out all the details here.HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!

Meet Kate, Pinterest guru, and owner of Simple Pin Media. She has been in the Pinterest game for almost 9 years now and is joining us on the podcast today to talk all about Pinterest. From where to start, how Pinterest is evolving, and what your next steps can be to thrive on the platform, Kate is spilling it all! If you're in need of some Pinterest TLC, this episode is for you!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/059Batch.ai is a Lightroom plug-in that has changed the game for photographers everywhere by sorting photos faster and better than ever before. Batch.ai helps you edit your galleries with smart sorting and straightening, unique color correction per image, tool replication, masking auto-computation, and more all with just one click. Batch.ai gives you the freedom to fine-tune 1,000 photos in 1 minute! This plug-in is the best alternative to outsourcing and we can't wait for it to change the game for your photography biz!We are thrilled to be partnering with the world's largest wedding photography summit! On November 21st and 22nd people from all over the wedding industry will be coming together to hear groundbreaking education from 10 different industry leaders. The summit is for photographers, videographers, vendors, and creative entrepreneurs across all niches. For just $7 you can attend the online photography event of the year. What are you waiting for?! Check out all the details here.

Meet Andrea, serial entrepreneur and owner of The Legalpreneur. She's joining us on this episode to talk about all things legal, and to help you get your ducks in a row when it comes to hiring. From when and what you should outsource, to what you'll need along the way, she's pouring out all her wisdom and we're so excited for you to hear from her! If you're looking for advice on where to take your biz next, then this episode is for you!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/058Batch.ai is a Lightroom plug-in that has changed the game for photographers everywhere by sorting photos faster and better than ever before. Batch.ai helps you edit your galleries with smart sorting and straightening, unique color correction per image, tool replication, masking auto-computation, and more all with just one click. Batch.ai gives you the freedom to fine-tune 1,000 photos in 1 minute! This plug-in is the best alternative to outsourcing and we can't wait for it to change the game for your photography biz!

If you're looking for the key to avoiding burnout as a creative, meet today's guest, Amanda Jones. Amanda is a filmmaker and the author of Diary of a Freelancer based out of Sydney Australia. In this episode, we're diving into longevity and burnout in the creative space, and how we can combat it in our daily lives. If you've been feeling dragged down by work, this episode has a ton of great takeaways for you!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: https://www.takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/057Batch.ai is a Lightroom plug-in that has changed the game for photographers everywhere by sorting photos faster and better than ever before. Batch.ai helps you edit your galleries with smart sorting and straightening, unique color correction per image, tool replication, masking auto-computation, and more all with just one click. Batch.ai gives you the freedom to fine-tune 1,000 photos in 1 minute! This plug-in is the best alternative to outsourcing and we can't wait for it to change the game for your photography biz!Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

You want to start a photography business, and everyone on Instagram is shouting 100 different things that you *need* before taking the leap. If you're exhausted by the noise, we get it. There's a lot of misconceptions about what you ACTUALLY need in the photography world, and today we're breaking down our list of tools from highest priority to lowest priority to get your photography business off the ground. From equipment to CPA's, we hope this episode gives you some much needed guidance on what direction you should take next!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/056Batch.ai is a Lightroom plug-in that has changed the game for photographers everywhere by sorting photos faster and better than ever before. Batch.ai helps you edit your galleries with smart sorting and straightening, unique color correction per image, tool replication, masking auto-computation, and more all with just one click. Batch.ai gives you the freedom to fine-tune 1,000 photos in 1 minute! This plug-in is the best alternative to outsourcing and we can't wait for it to change the game for your photography biz!Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

Mirror mirror on the wall… what's the best camera of them all? Meet Josh Rexford, a wedding and elopement videographer and photographer based out of West Michigan. He is the king of all things gear, and today we're diving into the biggest question for many photographers nowadays: Is mirrorless really worth it? And what the heck is the big deal? Josh has so much wisdom to share, and if you've been on the fence when it comes to gear, this episode has a ton of practical takeaways for you!Josh's Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshrexfordFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/055Batch.ai is a Lightroom plug-in that has changed the game for photographers everywhere by sorting photos faster and better than ever before. Batch.ai helps you edit your galleries with smart sorting and straightening, unique color correction per image, tool replication, masking auto-computation, and more all with just one click. Batch.ai gives you the freedom to fine-tune 1,000 photos in 1 minute! This plug-in is the best alternative to outsourcing and we can't wait for it to change the game for your photography biz!Pic-Time is an advanced online gallery platform for photographers offering beautiful galleries, marketing automation, a worldwide print lab network, a built-in print store, and a slideshow creator.  Their new marketing automation system has defined a new way of selling prints online. Pic-Time's automation includes ready-to-go marketing campaigns with a sequence of emails and gallery banners that engage clients to order print products, improving your service and growing your revenue from each shoot! Use code TAKEITFROMUS for one bonus month when upgrading to any Pic-Time paid plan.

Today we're back with Emily and her husband, Jeff. From Coffee Meets Bagel to wedding day to stepping in to help as a third shooter, it's been quite the journey of both creative entrepreneurship and marriage. Today they're diving into what it's like being married to a wedding photographer, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and all the fun little details in between. Tune in to hear their story, see if Jeff knows his photography basics, and hang with these two!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/054Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk's new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!

Meet Tommy J Charles, this episode's comedic relief, and Dawn's other half! Today Dawn is interviewing him, chatting about their story as well as his photography knowledge (or lack thereof). When they met in college, they were just beginning their careers, and in the past almost 10 years they've learned so much about business ownership and family! Buckle up, because this episode is full of laughs and fun!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/053Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk's new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world's largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it's MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 

Meet Morgan, a graphic and brand designer who has worked with Dawn, Take It From Us, as well as a ton of other creatives for over 6 years. You don't have to spend thousands to have a solid visual brand when you launch your business, and today she's giving us practical tips on DIY branding, when to hire, and what to do in the in-between with your brand as a whole. She started her design journey back in high school, and has a ton of wisdom to pour onto us in this episode!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/052Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk's new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world's largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it's MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 

The tables have turned this week, with an interview with our other Co-Host, Dawn Charles! Dawn has been in the photography industry for over 13 years, and today she's taking us back from when she first picked up a camera, to how her business has evolved as a wife, mom of three, and educator. Dawn brings an unique perspective to entrepreneurship as she talks about her degree in photography, as well as where her business has taken twists and turns. Regardless of where you are in your photography journey, this episode has some great lessons and takeaways for you!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/051Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk's new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world's largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it's MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 

We're changing it up this week, with an interview with our very own Co-Host, Emily Magers! Emily has built an incredible photography business since she picked up her camera in high school, but there have been highs and lows along the way that she is spilling to us today. Emily brings a refreshing perspective to entrepreneurship that comes in handy when things get hard. Her story is a true inspiration! This episode is full of laughs, throwbacks, and practical takeaways so you can view your business in a better light.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/050Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk's new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world's largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it's MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 

Do you get caught doom-scrolling way too often? Meet Ellie, a North Carolina wedding + elopement photographer and educator who is here to chat with us all about comparison fatigue, and how we can combat feeling lesser than in the creative world. Ellie brings a ton of practical tips to the table for any creative, and we know you'll walk away from this episode feeling refreshed! Let's be honest, creatives, comparison fatigue is hard to avoid when you're scrolling through social media seeing people's highlight reels everyday. We've got you covered today with some help in combating just that. Ellie's Instagram: www.instagram.com/elliemckinneyphotographyFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/049HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world's largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it's MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 

Trends are moving quicker than ever, and sometimes it can feel hard to keep up! Video content or no video content? Film or Digital? The list goes on and on. Today we're diving into 5 current trends happening now in the photography and social media world, and why we love (or hate) them. From content days, to reels, we're covering it all.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/048HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HEREfor 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Meet Dani, an elopement photographer and educator who is passionate about empowering other creatives! In today's episode, we're diving into how the photography world has changed in the past few years, and how photographers can effectively and ethically navigate these uncharted waters. We'll dive into Dani's story, marketing tips, and how we can show up in a way that serves and honors our clients. If you've been feeling discouraged over your calendar, or are wanting to expand your reach in the photography world, this episode has a ton of great takeaways for you!Dani's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danipuringtonFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/047HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Today on Take It From Us, Dawn and Emily are chatting with Lindsey Roman, photography educator and co-founder of The Heart University. Lindsey shares how she stays true to her authentic self online while juggling family and personal life with her business. Lindsey is passionate about helping creative entrepreneurs cultivate authenticity on social media and every business owner can learn something from her wisdom on navigating the online space.Lindsey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrslindseyromanFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/046HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

For creative entrepreneurs, taxes can be one of the most misunderstood and intimidating parts of the job. Our names say it all… we're creatives. Oftentimes, this leads us to dreading some of the legal and financial aspects of entrepreneurship. Today Emily is discussing preparing for tax season as an entrepreneur with Michael Hendrix, a CPA who works with a variety of entrepreneurs, including Dawn and Emily! If you feel overwhelmed by understanding taxes and your finances as a business owner, tune in as they dive into practical tax preparation tips. Michael's Email: mhendricks.cpa@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/045HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Feeling disconnected from your business? In today's episode, Eden Strader shares how to integrate more of your personality into your business. She walks us through her story, steps to take in growing your business when the stakes feel high, and some lessons she's learned along the way. If you feel like your business isn't as reflective of your personality as you'd like it to be, or you're wanting a creative refresh, sit back and listen as Eden shares her passion for uniquely branding and creating! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastFollow Eden on Instagram: @edenstrader Check out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/044HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Today on Take It From Us, Dawn and Emily are discussing ways to step into the education space to take your business to the next level. They walk through where to start with education, how to execute your plans, and give lots of encouragement along the way. If you've been wanting to start offering educational content for your audience but aren't sure where to start, this episode will be just what you needed to hear! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/043HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Dawn Jarvis is an Oregon-based elopement photographer and photography educator (not to be confused with Dawn Charles)! Today on Take It From Us, she tells us all about how she niched down her photography business to focus on elopements in the Pacific Northwest, and how she marketed her business accordingly. If you're a photographer looking to shift your niche, or even make the most of your local shoot locations, this interview will help you be encouraged and inspired in your business!Dawn's Instagram: instagram.com/dawn_photoFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/042HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

We're shaking things up with today's episode and we're pretty certain this will become a new norm. Tune into this episode to hear totally random life and business questions from Dawn + Emily to one another. They created questions and are asking each other on-the-spot so that you get the chance to hear their candid responses. From diving into embarrassing moments, their biggest struggles in business, the transition to motherhood, and even where Emily would move if she had the chance, this lighthearted episode is a fun change of pace from the usual educational line up on Take It From Us! Tune in and be sure to let us know how you like this type of episode. Maybe we'll have to do this more often.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/041HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Too often we view slow seasons as a bad thing, but they're actually such a good and natural thing for our businesses! No, you aren't alone in facing slow seasons, and no, they won't last forever. This episode is designed to shift your perspective on slow seasons by giving you practical tips for growth, and helping you shift back into your next busy season with ease. We'll cover education, back-end updates, investing in your creativity, and most importantly… rest! If slow seasons have been making you anxious, this episode is full of practical tips to help put your mind at ease and keep you moving forward.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/040HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Meet The Philgreens! A husband and wife photo and video team based out of Waco, Texas. On this week's episode, they're sharing all the wisdom they've gained working together in not only the creative world, but in the entrepreneurial world as a whole, AND what it's like adding a baby into the mix. We'll talk about boundaries, date nights, and building a business with the person you love. If you've considered going into business with your significant other, you could see it on the horizon in the future, or you're just looking for some advice on how to stay balanced, this episode has some great takeaways for you.The Philgreens Instagram: http://instagram.com/thephilgreensFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/039HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

If you've ever looked around on Instagram wondering, “Do I need to be posting reels daily?” or “Why does it seem like every business owner is doing the same thing?”, you're not alone. Social media (specifically for creatives) often feels exhausting and confusing to keep up with. Our very own social media manager, Grace, is here to chat with us today about creating a strategy and approach to social media that doesn't feel exhausting or cookie-cutter. Grace is the Founder of Cheers Creative Co, a digital marketing agency that specializes in helping creative entrepreneurs and brands market online in a way that is unique to their business. We touch on tangible tips for caption writing, the steps you can take to create a social media strategy, as well as the tools that her team uses every day to create content that is seen by hundreds of thousands of people. If you've struggled from social media exhaustion (that's all of us, right?), then this episode has your name on it!Cheers Creative Co Instagram: www.instagram.com/cheerscreative.coFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/038HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Meet Danielle, a creative entrepreneur from Vancouver, who is the owner of Business Babes Collective. In this episode, we're talking all about how to combat the distractions and doubt that can overtake us as business owners, as well as how to scale your business in the midst of whatever life may throw at you. If you've been struggling with the comparison game, or you're not sure where your business is headed next, this episode has some great takeaways just for you.Dani's Instagram: www.instagram.com/danilivinglifeFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/037HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Meet Nicola Dixon, a Mallorca based photographer and business educator who is the queen of digital products. Nicola takes a unique and simple approach to digital products — making sure everyone recognizes they have something to offer to others, even if they don't consider themselves a full-on “expert”. As people who both sell digital products, it is a privilege to talk to Nicola about something that we would have benefited from when launching our first products. If this is an avenue you've ever wanted to explore, or you're curious how people get started with digital products, this episode will serve you well. Nicola's Instagram: www.instagram.com/nicoladixonphotographycoFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/036HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

One of the biggest questions we get is “what gear do you use?” and today we're here to answer! Neither one of us are gear heads, but we do have our tried and true gear that never leaves our side. We'll also break down what gear is great for getting started, and our hearts on why gear isn't always the most important piece of your business! News flash: your gear isn't the make-or-break. Investing in gear is expensive, and there is certainly a way to do it without breaking the bank when starting your business. Whether you're new to the photography game, or you're looking for some recommendations in upgrading some gear pieces, this episode is for you.Check out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/035Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastHoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!

Meet Sami, a TikTok guru, and Dawn's sister-in-law! In today's episode we're chatting all things video content, and diving into how TikTok and Reels can transform your business. If you haven't heard it a million times already, video is crucial in today's social media culture. As business owners, this applies to us even more so. If you're looking to get started in the video content world, or are just wanting to learn more about how to grow, this episode has some great takeaways for you!Sammi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunburntsamiEpisode Show Notes: www.takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/034A special thank you to our sponsors:HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Editing Flow - A photo editing service for busy photographers, so you can choose outsourcing plans that fit your business. CLICK HERE to try Editing Flow for FREE with your first 100 images. It's time to gain back time and outsource your editing flow!

Lauren Boyd is the founder of Guide My Business, an entrepreneurial focused law firm that gives business owners a strong legal foundation. Today she's joining us to chat about trademarks, copyright, and all things legal advice. Regardless of what stage your business is in, Lauren has some incredible advice and takeaways for you to get set up legally! She started her journey as an entrepreneurship major, and eventually realized her love for the legal world. After years of being in the corporate world, she fell back into her roots: entrepreneurship. Since then, she has been empowering creative entrepreneurs with legal help.Lauren's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thelaurenboydGuide My Business: https://instagram.com/guidemybusinessEpisode Show Notes: www.takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/033A special thank you to our sponsors:HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HEREfor 50% off your first year!Editing Flow - A photo editing service for busy photographers, so you can choose outsourcing plans that fit your business. CLICK HERE to try Editing Flow for FREE with your first 100 images. It's time to gain back time and outsource your editing flow!

We're shaking things up a bit with today's episode, and we couldn't be more excited about it. We have Kristy Fountain joining us today to talk about personality types, specifically the Enneagram. Kristy is an enneagram-based life, purpose, and career coach, and she helps people pivot their careers into more soul-igniting work so they can overcome burnout. If you've ever wondered how your enneagram type impacts the way you live your life, Kristy breaks it down in this episode. Whether you're confused by the Enneagram, or have been a fan for years, Kristy is bringing so many aspects of this topic to life that are sure to help you better navigate your relationships, work, and yourself. Kristy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristy.fountain/Work With Kristy: https://www.therevealing.co/links/Episode Show Notes: www.takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/032A special thank you to our sponsors:HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Editing Flow - A photo editing service for busy photographers, so you can choose outsourcing plans that fit your business. CLICK HERE to try Editing Flow for FREE with your first 100 images. It's time to gain back time and outsource your editing flow!

Client experience is the backbone of our businesses. A good client experience can either keep your clients raving, or leave them feeling disappointed . In this episode we'll break down why client experience is so important, some practical ways we serve our clients, and how you can get started or elevate your current experience. You'll finish this episode with excitement to serve your clients better!Episode Show Notes: www.takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/031A special thank you to our sponsors:HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Editing Flow - A photo editing service for busy photographers, so you can choose outsourcing plans that fit your business. CLICK HERE to try Editing Flow for FREE with your first 100 images. It's time to gain back time and outsource your editing flow!