Stay ConnectedThe podcast for brave creatives who live in a world that wants you to play it safe.
It’s time to face facts: You are an indestructible woman fused with super powers that defy convention. Am I right? If so, then this podcast is for you!
In Play It Brave, D’Arcy Benincosa dives in deep to her wit and wisdom to teach you about creative a life full of mindset, money, and marketing miracles! Let’s get started!
Do you find yourself often in a place of guilt, shame, fear or anxiety? Maybe you suffer from perfectionism? In this episode I dive into all the ways that you can move out of that space and into one of abundance and love. It's time to harness your thoughts and beliefs so that you can live the most beautiful life that you possibly can. Hit play to check in with where you're at and how you can become a better version of yourself.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/heart-space
Today the tables are turned and my mastermind sister and master copywriter, Dawn Apuan is interviewing me about what mistakes business owners and entrepreneurs often make when it comes to their businesses and brands. When it comes to getting seen, making money, and living a beautiful life that you dream of, it's really all about these 6 things that you may or may not be doing… Tune in to hear if you're doing any of these things.
About Dawn:
Dawn Apuan is an expert copywriter and funnel strategist. Former pastor and non-profit Executive Director, her mission now is to help entrepreneurs create magnetic messaging that sells even their most expensive offers. She provides expert copy and done-for-you funnels to automate leads and sales, increasing your income and impact.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/6-business-brand-mistakes
Ask yourself this one question: If you could ask for one thing from the universe, what would it be? Today's conversation with mastermind alum, Afrik Armando, is one of my favorites and we dive into all the ways to making your biggest dreams come true. We chat about what led him from a life with less than $1000 to his name to becoming a 6-figure CEO in less than a year. Spoiler alert: it's not as hard as you think, and you can do it too! Hit play to find out how.
About Afrik Armando:
Afrik Armando is a well-respected photographer with an editorial style and a playful personality. His approach can be summarized as the boldness of Beyonce's "Who runs the world" merging with the quirkiness of Taylor Swift's "Shake it off".
Afrik Armando's work has been featured in several high-reputed publications including the likes of; Vogue UK, New York Times, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/afrik-armando-transformation-story
If you feel stuck in the budget wedding hamster wheel, then this episode is for you! In this Hot Seat episode, I give Lauren Galla-Rini some simple tips that can help her transform her brand, vendor relationships, and portfolio to attract the luxury clientele that she dreams of. Say goodbye to burlap and say hello to Vogue-worthy details! Hit play to find out how.
About Lauren Galla-Rini:
Lauren Galla-Rini has been in the event industry for more then 10 years. After 5 years of fully submerging herself in it, she had a burning desire to start her own company called My Beloved Events. Her wedding and event planning company focuses on bringing an elegant timeless design with exceptional communication and planning services to her clients.
She has a passion for traveling and family and incorporates that into her business as it's the foundation of her love for people and connection.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/luxury-market-lauren-galla-rini
Today we're diving into the ever-popular question about how to get booked for destination weddings without having a destination wedding portfolio. In this Hot Seat episode with fellow-photographer, Juliana Cole, I'm giving you the ultimate action plan that will have you waking up to a view of the Eiffel Tower in no time. Hit play to hear all the details!
About Juliana Cole:
Juliana Cole is a NY-based photographer, documenting weddings and portraits for couples in love. Juliana has a BA of creative writing, and uses that as a tool to tell better stories for the people she photographs. She lives in Upstate NY with her husband and dog-child, Whiskey, and spends her free time throwing clay on her outdoor wheel, exploring Upstate NY, and dreaming up future travel plans. SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/hot-seats-destination-weddings-juliana-coleThe title of this podcast "Play It Brave" couldn't be more fitting today as I share my insights on how most of us are giving away our power to others, how to stop this vicious cycle, and what amazing life we can create when we're in a place of empowerment. (hint: it involves more money & freedom) If you feel disempowered in your business, your relationships, or life in general, this episode is for you! Tune in.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/stop-giving-away-your-power
As Europe begins to open its doors again, it may be a little while longer until you're back in France, grabbing a warm baguette on your way to enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Seine. And that's okay! This episode isn't to be missed–no matter when you're headed back across the Atlantic, Yanique Frances and I are here to share how you can sprinkle a little French woman chic into your every day.
Hint: It's more than just red lipstick… It's a whole mood. Hit play to tune in.
About Yanique:
Yanique is a former New Yorker turned Parisian city dweller and street-wise wedding planner, living the joie de vivre lifestyle that most can only dream about. Yanique is the woman behind the internet's insider guide to Paris, My Parisian Life, and the sought-after destination wedding planning service, Elope In Paris. Take it from me–Yanique is one to watch when the time comes to plan your first overseas trip after the pandemic. You can count on Yanique to curate the chicest list of must-visit spots in Paris no matter the season. Not only that, you can rely on her knowledge and experience with the bureaucracy of the city: Yanique's worked for French universities and e-commerce companies, not to mention she welcomed her first child on French soil. Before enrolling in school, her son was enrolled in a local daycare–a crèche.
Despite my big move to Paris when I was just twenty years old, Yanique has had fourteen years of living and breathing The City of Lights to reflect on in today's chat (not that it's a competition!).
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/paris-living-yanique-frances
If you've been putting off creating passive income for yourself, this episode is for YOU! Get the ultimate kick in the butt and tips for launching your passive income streams from the passive income expert, Lisa Johnson who has been featured in Forbes, The Guardian, and other international publications for her multi-million dollar strategies and insight. Hit play to dive in and get your healthy dose of motivation to finally launch that passive income idea you've been putting off for far too long.
About Lisa Johnson:
Lisa's social media following shot up to more than 50,000 after she had a $2m launch in a week. Her signature technique, called The CASsH System, helps her clients double their income but cut their work hours in half. She developed it after two decades of experience in finance, law and the entertainment industry which helps her support her clients in every phase of business development.
Lisa has been featured on the BBC and in international publications, including The Guardian, Red, Psychologies, Metro and Huffington Post. A recent Forbes feature on her was viewed more than 250,000 times in less than a week.
She is scheduled to perform a TedX Talk in October 2021 on using adversity to fuel success.
She also speaks on stages across the globe. Lisa lives in Bedfordshire, UK, with her husband and 9 year old twin sons.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/passive-income-lisa-johnson
Do your photoshoots feel cookie cutter? Do you ever have an unhappy client? Are you just looking to find better ways to connect with and pose your clients? Today's guest is a psychology expert and talented photographer, Jodi Anne, who has some really helpful methods backed by psychology to create a better client experience full of trust, communication, and beautiful photos that don't feel posed. Tune in to hear all her secrets!
About Jodi Anne:
Jodi is an accomplished international wedding photographer and a single-mom to three incredible future-gentlemen. She holds a Master's degree in Educational & School Psychology and somehow juggles it all with candid humor and deep authenticity. She uses her years of studying Psychology and human behavior to ease her clients into her photoshoots with grace, and creates images that convey true emotion and connection due to her signature shooting method.
She squeezes business calls in between double-headers. She meets with florists and designers after school drop-off and dentist appointments. All the while she also transforms wedding details and memories into heirloom images that serve as the building blocks to her client's dawning legacies. Her everyday life presents the chaos that serves as her very own wedding-day bootcamp. She thrives in the frenzy and feeds off of the energy... which allows her to expertly navigate bustling wedding days with precision and laughter.
Jodi has taken her love of composition and intertwined it with a pervasive study of human expression in order to build a business that has her clients singing her praises and a body of work that speaks even higher volumes. Her work is calculated and precise yet also... effortless, calm and alluring.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/mindset/psychology-clients-jodi-anne/
Do you want to free, organic traffic to your website and bring in quality leads on a daily basis? Then SEO could be the key to your success, and this episode with my SEO Expert and good friend, Ryan Moreno, gives some quick tips and strategies for achieving some quick wins right away. Dive in for all the invaluable tips and strategies!
About Ryan Moreno:Ryan Moreno is the SEO Strategist and Expert behind Moreno Collective, and my personal go-to for anything SEO related. He is the reason behind my ever-growing website traffic, leads, and Google ranking, and for that, I can't thank him enough.
Ryan is a former photographer turned ShowIt website designer who quickly learned the power of SEO for businesses, especially creative businesses like mine in the wedding industry where SEO was not being utilized. Ryan has become what I consider the industry's biggest expert on the subject, and is sharing a wealth of knowledge in this episode that you can't miss.
SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/seo-ryan-moreno
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