Motherhood Anthology: Photography Education for a Business You Love

Latest Episodes:

Episode 105 - Navigating Anxiety as a Creative Entreprenuer Oct 15, 2024

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If you experience anxiety in your business journey, you are not alone. This week, Kim brings her go-to counselor, Christy Holding, MEd, LPC, to talk about anxiety and mental health for creative entrepreneurs.

We're talking about:

The importance of community support and therapy for managing anxiety and mental health
Understanding the physical and psychological aspects of anxiety, and practical tips for managing it in daily life
The role of self-awareness, intentionality, and seeking professional help when anxiety becomes overwhelming
And so much more!

Alabama residents, to schedule a virtual appt with Christy - email jared@sanctuarycw.com

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Episode 104 - Seriously - is the IRS going to hunt me down in 5 years?! Oct 08, 2024

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This episode features a discussion from our member community with return guest, Shanna Skidmore. We know a lot of you have questions about business finances - so consider Shanna your TMA finance expert here to help you with the financial side of running your photography business. Today, we're covering topics like setting up a business structure, managing finances and taxes, and creating a financial system for your business.

Connect with Shanna:

Shanna's Website: https://shannaskidmore.com/

From pinching pennies to Regular Friday paydays: 3 Profit Boosting Money Moves to implement in your business today.

Shanna's Free Training: https://shannaskidmore.com/training?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fshanna-skidmore.mykajabi.com%2Fa%2F2147826803%2FWdWoTHus

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Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 103 - The Framework to Going Full-Time in Your Photography Business Oct 01, 2024

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Marie of Marie Elizabeth Photography is taking over the mic today to outline the steps she took to transition from a teaching career to running a successful full-time photography business., In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of raising prices to a profitable level, developing a strong brand, and implementing effective marketing strategies focused on SEO and social media to gradually grow her client base.

Connect with Marie:

Marie's Website

Marie's IG

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Site: https://kimbox.com

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Episode 102 - Case Study: Laura Nockett of Precious Little Sprinkles Photography Sep 24, 2024

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This week, Kim is joined by Marie Elizabeth & Laura Nockett. If you're a member of The Motherhood Anthology community, you know that Marie Elizabeth is our featured mentor providing extra resources and education. Laura Nockett is here to ask us her burning questions about selling products in her photography business. If you want to sell more products in your business, this episode is for you!

Laura's photog website

More Info about Marie's courses:

https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/photography-mentoring

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Episode 101 - The Power of Partnership PT 2 Sep 17, 2024

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We're back with very special guest, Kim's business partner of over 20 years, Josh Moates. This is part 2 of our conversation, so be sure to check out the previous episode (EPISODE 100!) for part 1!

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Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 100 - Happy 100th Episode: The Power of Partnership PT 1 Sep 10, 2024

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Do you know what today is? It's the 100th EPISODE of the TMA podcast! We are so grateful you are here. And this week, we have a very special guest, Kim's business partner of over 20 years, Josh Moates. This is just part 1 of our conversation, so stay tuned for next week for the second part of this conversation all about partnerships.

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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

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Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 99 - Coaching Call with TMA Mentor Katie Lamb Sep 03, 2024

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This week, get a sneak peek inside a Coaching Call with TMA Mentor, Katie Lamb. In this conversation, Katie provides detailed advice on increasing prices, leveraging Instagram reels and keywords, delivering a high-quality client experience, and more.

Listen in for:

Recommendations for raising prices gradually or jumping to a higher price point
Strategies for consistent, targeted Instagram content and reels
Tips for natural newborn posing and efficient gallery editing
Insights on hiring an associate and implementing a client referral program
Guidance on email marketing and newsletter content

Connect with Katie Lamb:

https://www.katielamb.com/

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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

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Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 98 - Setting Clear Boundaries with Katie Lamb Aug 20, 2024

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Our featured mentor of the month in TMA is Katie Lamb, and in today's episode, we are excited for Katie to guest host the podcast. She's talking all about setting and maintaining clear boundaries to thrive while running a photography business.

Connect with Katie:

https://www.katielamb.com/

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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

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Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 97 - 5 Marketing Strategies when Moving Your Photography Business Aug 13, 2024

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Ali is taking the mic this week to share five of her favorite marketing strategies with you when moving your business. You've met Ali on the podcast before and we are so excited to share some more of her wisdom with you based on her own experience as a photographer and marketer.

Connect with Ali:

www.alipaynephotography.com

Additional links:

Melissa's Picture Perfect Rankings course

Flodesk sign-up - *this is an affiliate link

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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 96 - TMA Reimagined Aug 06, 2024

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If you're part of our free public group or our private membership, you know there have been some big changes at TMA. We're using this as an opportunity to create a new vision for the future of TMA, while keeping the best parts and the things you have told us you love the most. In this episode, my guest is Katie Lamb, one of our new group mentors, and we are breaking down the vision for what is coming next.

Connect with Katie:

https://www.katielamb.com/

Connect with TMA:

Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox