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Every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit. Here you'll find a no-BS approach to what it takes to put the business first, prioritizing the systems and strategies that will actually move the needle and ensure your creative business is profitable rather than an expensive side-hustle. Your host is Colie James, a Disney-loving family photographer, and filmmaker turned Workflow and Automations Guru who helps creative service providers automate their sh*t, reclaim their time and get back to living!
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![Generating Revenue in Your Business through Affiliate Marketing with Candice Coppola [Marketing with Intention]](https://s3.castbox.fm/3e/ed/66/3c07c5f0d1c3875006ff6dce12b87cc077_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Generating Revenue in Your Business through Affiliate Marketing with Candice Coppola [Marketing with Intention]")
We naturally share our favorite items and products with our friends, but what if you could make an income by sharing business tools and products with your audience? In today's episode, Candice Coppola joins us to share all about affiliate marketing as a business owner. Listen in as she shares how she got started, how she found success, and what it looks like to develop an affiliate program of your own!Today’s episode is brought to you by my Content Organization Hub! If you are drowning in a sea of post its trying to keep track of all your content ideas or maybe you're struggling to remember what you posted on which platform and when, I totally get it.That's why I created the content organization hub for Airtable for just $9. You can finally put an end to content chaos. Imagine having all your marketing content in one central location. Easily linked, perfectly organized, and ready to go whenever you are. Grab the Content Organization Hub and get 10% off with code PODCAST!Mentioned in this EpisodeHoneyBookEpisode 171: Building a Steady Stream of Potential Customers through SEO and Pinterest with Kara Duncan with KaraEpisode 161: Maximize Your Business with AI: Top Tools & Tips with Dawn RichardsonConnect with CandiceWebsite: candicecoppola.comInstagram: instagram.com/candice.coppolaYoutube: youtube.com/channel/UCp3XF6mQ1bNWry55DsSyUMwPodcast: podcast.candicecoppola.com
![Market Your Business Weekly with Email with Dama Jue [Marketing with Intention]](https://s3.castbox.fm/43/fb/79/f047a923ac767adbf9d580404296a0034c_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Market Your Business Weekly with Email with Dama Jue [Marketing with Intention]")
Do you hesitate to invest time into email marketing due to all of the different rules you have to follow? In today's episode, Dama Jue joins us to share the rules she's breaking in her own email marketing strategy that are helping her find success! Plus, listen in as she walks us through her approach to a nurture sequence and the one section of her emails that is driving additional revenue with minimal effort!Today’s episode is brought to you by my Content Organization Hub! If you are drowning in a sea of post its trying to keep track of all your content ideas or maybe you're struggling to remember what you posted on which platform and when, I totally get it.That's why I created the content organization hub for Airtable for just $9. You can finally put an end to content chaos. Imagine having all your marketing content in one central location. Easily linked, perfectly organized, and ready to go whenever you are. Grab the Content Organization Hub and get 10% off with code PODCAST!Connect with DamaWebsite: damajue.comInstagram: instagram.com/damajueFacebook: facebook.com/damajuellcThreads: threads.net/@damajueShop: thrivecarttemplateshop.comInstagram: instagram.com/thrivecarttemplateshopFacebook: facebook.com/thrivecarttemplateshop
![Building a Steady Stream of Potential Customers through SEO and Pinterest with Kara Duncan [Marketing with Intention Series]](https://s3.castbox.fm/36/1a/8f/9d5064cc7f32287468f4d8d42cdc6fee91_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Building a Steady Stream of Potential Customers through SEO and Pinterest with Kara Duncan [Marketing with Intention Series]")
Marketing takes up a lot of your time and for businesses that are planning to be around for a while, finding sustainable strategies that generate passive traffic and run on longevity is key for long-term success. For many of us, search engine optimization and Pinterest seem to feel like a lot of work, yet the long-term impacts of the efforts on those two platforms is unmatched. In today's episode, Kara Duncan joins us to share the value of blogging and pinning your content to Pinterest, along with a few tips to getting the most out of your content as a business!Today’s episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Mentioned in this EpisodeTailwindMetricoolConnect with KaraWebsite: thekarareport.comInstagram: instagram.com/thekarareportPodcast: thekarareport.com/podcast
![Crafting an Intentional Marketing Plan with Tayler Cusick-Hollman [Marketing with Intention Series]](https://s3.castbox.fm/4e/67/3f/452308dc332f375f933995c7b4a965df74_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Crafting an Intentional Marketing Plan with Tayler Cusick-Hollman [Marketing with Intention Series]")
Are you being intentional in your marketing? This week, we're kicking off a brand new series on the podcast all about marketing with intention. Our first guest, Tayler Cusick-Hollman joins us to help lay the foundation of intentionality with crafting a marketing plan. After watching entrepreneurs with small marketing budgets struggle, Tayler developed Enji, a marketing solution for small businesses. Listen in as she shares how to prioritize your marketing efforts, determine your channels, and market with intention!Today’s episode is brought to you by my Client Hub Template inside the DIY Systems Template Shop. Business owners often have their client information spread across a variety of different tools, making it hard to access the information they need to make critical decisions. That’s why I built the Client Hub Template for Airtable, to take the guesswork out of building your own!Shop Now >Mentioned in this EpisodeClick to Convert by Inkpot CreativeExpanding Your Business through Virtual Summits with KP & Jessie of Inkpot CreativeConnect with TaylerWebsite: enji.coInstagram: instagram.com/enji_coFacebook: facebook.com/enjimarketingPodcast: prettyokaypodcast.com/Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UCXUQ06KoBdHN91sFu-NSV4Q
Are you using the power of storytelling in your business? Storytelling offers relatability and authenticity for connection with our audience, which builds trust. Storytelling strategist Akua Konadu joins us to share seven storytelling trends that you should implement into your marketing today!Today’s episode is brought to you by my Love Your Leads private audio training! Are you providing an experience for your leads that sets an expectation on when they’ll hear from you, provides them with tools that will help them easily say yes and book you, while also making them feel seen and heard? In my private audio training, you’ll learn how to love your leads and get more booked clients through an automated booking process.Listen Now >>Here are the highlights…01:09 - The Power of Storytelling in Business04:13 - Authenticity and Data in Storytelling11:39 - Relatable and Everyday Stories15:49 - Freedom in Storytelling18:20 - Balancing Personal Sharing and Storytelling18:53 - Embracing Authenticity in Business20:33 - The Power of Micro Stories26:24 - Interactive and Engaging StorytellingMentioned in this EpisodeCreative Educator ConferenceChristina TorresAshlyn CarterReesa Teesa - Who the F Did I Marry?Case Study - Reesa TeesaThe Six Schizophrenic BrothersConnect with AkuaPodcast: podcast.honeybook.comWebsite: akuakonadu.comInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_Youtube: youtube.com/@HoneyBook
In this episode, there are a few life and podcast updates 😉The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discusses how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From business advice with fellow entrepreneurs to sharing automation tips and tricks, Colie and her guests are sharing industry trends and resources, along with a little bit of sarcasm.
Summer Sabbatical Series - Simplifying Systems for Creatives Using Airtable from Copywriter on CallEver wondered how automating your systems could help you create a more consistent experience for yourself and clients? Today I am sharing a guest episode I did for Sara Gillis' podcast, Copywriter on Call. We’re talking about our former lives as professors + everything related to automating client communications (with a personal touch, of course) to tracking the lifetime value of your clients. If you’re ready to see how a streamlined approach can totally transform your workflow, subscribe and download this episode. Be sure to search for Copywriter on Call in your favorite podcast player and subscribe for more business and copywriting tips from Sara!Today’s episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact client hub template for Airtable discussed in today's episode. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Shop Now >>Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeClient Hub for AirtablePodcast Planner for AirtableAirtable (aff link)Connect with SaraWebsite - https://whatsarasaid.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hellosaragillis/
Summer Sabbatical Series - Infusing Your Personality into Your Automations from Big Fun ContentDo you struggle with writing emails that don't bore you? Want to avoid sounding like a robot and write automated emails your clients LOVE reading? Well, you're in the right place my friend! Today I am sharing a guest interview I did for Deanna Seymour's podcast, Big Fun Content. This is definitely one of my favorite conversations about creating automated emails in your customer journey.Be sure to search for Big Fun Content in your favorite podcast player and subscribe for more content creation tips from Deanna!Today’s episode is brought to you by my Love Your Leads private audio training! Are you providing an experience for your leads that sets an expectation on when they’ll hear from you, provides them with tools that will help them easily say yes and book you, while also making them feel seen and heard? In my private audio training, you’ll learn how to love your leads and get more booked clients through an automated booking process.Listen Now >>Connect with DeannaWebsite: deannaseymour.comInstagram: @thedeannaseymourPodcast: bigfuncontent.com
In today's episode, we're diving into the world of Airtable with Colie James and Annemie Tonken, unraveling how this dynamic tool can streamline your business and simplify your life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by managing your team communication, marketing content, relevant client sales data and offers, get ready to hear how Airtable can tame the chaos in one centralized location!00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:29 Discovering Airtable06:41 How Annemie using Airtable in her personal life11:15 How can Airtable benefit your business?15:12 Where to start with Airtable22:19 Joining Systems Over Stress from Ashley Rose22:49 Trying to find resources to learn Airtable25:57 What kind of automations are there in Airtable27:29 Colie's Favorite Automation: Team Communication32:16 Airtable vs. CRM - Can Airtable replace Dubsado or Honeybook?37:11 Organizing Your Business with Airtable Hubs39:43 Why should you write emails inside Airtable44:15 The Benefits of Airtable for BusinessResources Mentioned in the EpisodeClient Hub for AirtablePodcast Planner for AirtableSupport Ticketing System for AirtableAirtable (aff link)Systems Over Stress Group Program (aff link)How Colie Uses Airtable to Organize Her BusinessWhy Airtable Should Replace Your SpreadsheetsConnect with AnnemieWebsite - https://www.thiscantbethathard.com/Instagram -
Are you ready to automate you social media sales strategy? In today's episode, Dayna Schaaf joins us to discuss the power of ManyChat and automations for marketing. Listen in as we walk through setting up trigger words and automated responses in Instagram DMs and how they can help photographers efficiently handle client inquiries, build engaging waitlists, and provide instant gratification to potential clients.If you’ve tried setting up your Dubsado or Honeybook account, yet aren’t actually utilizing all of the features it offers, I want to invite you to check out The CRM Blueprint. My course includes templates for all of the forms, emails, and workflows that you need to get paid in one easy step. Ready to maximize your use of Dubsado or Honeybook, enroll in The CRM Blueprint today! Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Learn More >>Mentioned in this EpisodeEpisode 84: Applying the Rule of 7 with Dayna SchaafManyChat (aff link)Dubsado - Get 30% off your first payment (month or year) with code coliejames (aff link)HoneyBook - Get 50% off your first year (aff link)Connect with DaynaWebsite: thiscantbethathard.comManyChat Training: thiscantbethathard.com/manychatConsistency Club: go.thiscantbethathard.com/club (aff link)Instagram: @thiscantbethathard_
Do you have a hate-hate relationship with Quickbooks? Yeah, not love hate, just hate. This is all too familiar with many small business owners who have to be involved in their own accounting needs. In today's episode, Madison Brown of Madison Dearly joins us to share why small business owners should consider making the switch to Xero for all of their accounting and bookkeeping needs! Listen in as she shares the benefits, ease of use, and integrations available!Today's episode is brought to you by my Love Your Leads private audio training! Are you providing an experience for your leads that sets an expectation on when they'll hear from you, provides them with tools that will help them easily say yes and book you, while also making them feel seen and heard? In my private audio training, you'll learn how to love your leads and get more booked clients through an automated booking process.Listen Now >>Mentioned in this EpisodeXeroQuickbooksDubsado - Get 30% off your first payment (month or year) with code coliejamesHoneyBook - Get 50% off your first yearConnect with MadisonWebsite: madisondearly.comBlog: madisondearly.com/blogInstagram: instagram.com/madisondearlyYouTube: youtube.com/@madisondearlybookkeeping
Are you leveraging the power of artificial intelligence for your business? With the advancements of AI, it can feel scary to explore, but once you embrace the mindset of using these tools to go from stuck to started, you'll find how beneficial they can be for your business. In today's episode, Dawn Richardson joins us to share how anyone can maximize their business with AI, along with some of her favorite tools to use!Today’s episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Shop Now >>Mentioned in this EpisodeCreative Educator ConferenceChat GPTLightroom Generative AIPhotoshopImagen AITopazDescriptFlodeskHoppy CopyHoneyBookDubsadoCanva MagicWritePic-TimeChatGPT 4.0Candice CoppolaLaylee EmadiHope TaylorConnect with DawnWebsite: techsavvycreative.comTools: techsavvycreative.com/aiInstagram: instagram.com/techsavvycreativeYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCDhbJ2fF3vZUSwF10j2v8NQ
While you may understand the value and importance of copywriting on your website for sales and SEO, what about all of the other copy you need in your marketing? In today's episode, copywriter Sarah Gillis joins me to share how you can craft compelling copy in your marketing. From planning and organizing to tools and storytelling, Sarah is covering it all!Today’s episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Shop Now >>Connect with SaraWebsite: whatsarasaid.comInstagram: instagram.com/hellosaragillisPodcast/YouTube: youtube.com/@hellosaragillis
If you've been signed up and sitting with a CRM that hasn't been officially set up for your business, you're leaving time and money on the table. Today's guest was doing exactly that—Brittany Herzberg has had an account with HoneyBook for the last 6 years, yet she never took advantage of the built in features that could save her time and money. Listen in as we discuss the importance of simplification and automation of business processes and how Brittany's new HoneyBook setup has saved her time and reduced stress.Make sure you listen to part one of this conversation over on The Basic B Podcast.Today's episode is brought to you by my CRM Setup Services! If you're in a space where you know just how valuable getting organize with workflows and automations in your CRM can be for your business, yet you just don't have the time or energy, I offer a range of setup services to help you tackle your systems to-do list inside Dubsado and HoneyBook. Mentioned in this EpisodeSimple SEO SeriesDubsadoHoneyBookThe Basic B Podcast Ellen YinHoneyBook vs. Dubsado Blog PostHow to Optimize YouTube Case Study Videos w/ Jamar DiggsConnect with BrittanyWebsite: brittanyherzberg.comInstagram: instagram.com/brittany_herzbergPodcast: brittanyherzberg.com/seo-podcast
Have you considered adding digital products to your business? In today's episode, Angela Tan of The Systems RX joins us to share her journey to creating digital products! From failed to scaled products, Angela is sharing some of the most valuable tips she found in developing her systems and funnels shop!Today's episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Shop Now >>Connect with AngelaWebsite: thesystemsrx.comInstagram: instagram.com/thesystemsrxLibrary: thesystemsrx.com/zapier-library
Are your students meeting their goals through your program? Maybe you're not even sure! In today's episode, Ashley Pendergraft joins us to share how you can optimize your program promise to measure the results of your students' successes. Listen in as she highlights how you can automate with Airtable, gather data, and get the most information from your students!If you’ve tried setting up your Dubsado or Honeybook account, yet aren’t actually utilizing all of the features it offers, I want to invite you to check out The CRM Blueprint. My course includes templates for all of the forms, emails, and workflows that you need to get paid in one easy step. Ready to maximize your use of Dubsado or Honeybook, enroll in The CRM Blueprint today! Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Buy Now >>Mentioned in this EpisodeAirtable2 Simple Onboarding Form Tweaks To Make To Get Better Client Results Connect with AshleyWebsite: systemsoverstress.coInstagram: instagram.com/systemsoverstressYoutube: youtube.com/channel/UCGRwkVQjYP_ErgIgs7n9YeQPodcast: open.spotify.com/show/12iZ4bd1q6FELAVuO1Mpch
Sometimes celebrating a major milestone calls for bring together your business besties for a honest conversation about business. That's exactly what we're doing in today's two year celebration episode of the Business-First Creatives Podcast. Sabrina Gebhardt and Annemie Tonken join me to share the realities of being a business owner, explore what they would do different in their businesses, and share what they think makes the biggest impact on a small business!Today's episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Shop Now >>Mentioned in this EpisodeShoot It Straight PodcastQ1 Quarterly Business Bestie ChatQ2 Quarterly Business Bestie ChatConnect with SabrinaWebsite: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotographyConnect with AnnemieWebsite: thiscantbethathard.comInstagram: instagram.com/thiscantbethathard_
One of the most efficient systems to build in your business is automated inquiry responses, yet many people hesitate to do so as they want to be intentional and customize their emails. In today's episode, Megan Grove joins us to share how she incorporated the learnings from the CRM Blueprint course to create customized responses to her inquiries that are still automated and don't take any extra time to send!If you’ve tried setting up your Dubsado or Honeybook account, yet aren’t actually utilizing all of the features it offers, I want to invite you to check out The CRM Blueprint. My course includes templates for all of the forms, emails, and workflows that you need to get paid in one easy step. Ready to maximize your use of Dubsado or Honeybook, enroll in The CRM Blueprint today! Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.BUY NOW >>Mentioned in this EpisodeDubsado - Use code coliejames for 30% off your first payment, month or yearSimple SalesThis Can't Be that Hard PodcastEpisode 108: The Magic of Follow-Up EmailsKai DavisConnect with MeganWebsite: megangrove.comInstagram: instagram.com/megangrovephotographyPodcast: Dear Photographer FriendSubmit a Story: dearphotographerfriend@gmail.com
Are you organized and automated with your CRM? One thing that holds business owners back from setting up their CRM is that time it takes to explore and learn all of the features. That was why I built my CRM Blueprint, the course to help you efficiently book and onboard your clients inside Dubsado or Honeybook in just 10 days. In today's episode, photographer and CRM Blueprint student Katharine Calderwood joins us to share her own experience inside the CRM Blueprint and how it's changed her business for the better.If you’ve tried setting up your Dubsado or Honeybook account, yet aren’t actually utilizing all of the features it offers, I want to invite you to check out The CRM Blueprint. My course includes templates for all of the forms, emails, and workflows that you need to get paid in one easy step. Ready to maximize your use of Dubsado or Honeybook, enroll in The CRM Blueprint today! Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Buy Now >>Mentioned in this EpisodeEpisode 81: SEO through Case Studies | Simple SEO Series with Brittany HerzbergDubsado - Use code coliejames for 30% off your first payment, month or yearDubsado VIP Day Service Case StudiesSimple SalesConnect with Katharinecalderwoodphotography.cominstagram.com/calderwood.photography
As you're considering your next big project for your business, have you considered hosting a virtual summit? In today's episode, KP and Jessie of Inkpot join us to share how they found success in their first virtual summit, along with some of the important lessons they learned! Listen in as they share their goals from the summit, what their time commitment looked like, and if they'd do it again!Today's episode is brought to you by DIY Template Shop! Grab the exact email, form, and workflow templates that I include inside the CRM Blueprint Course. Steal my templates and customize them to match your brand and process. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Shop Now >>Mentioned in this EpisodeSummit in a BoxThe Unexpected Entrepreneur: How to Set Up a CRM with Colie Jamesinkpotcreative.com/blogging-for-businessConnect with InkpotWebsite: inkpotcreative.comInstagram: instagram.com/inkpotcreativeTikTok: tiktok.com/@inkpotcreativePodcast: inkpotcreative.com/podcast
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