In this week’s live Ask Me Anything in the Shine + Thrive Photography Community on facebook I covered: Honest thoughts of where I am right now in life/businessHow to recognize if you are making decisions from a place of alignment or misalignmentThe foundation that needs to be strong for your business to be successful!A BRILLIANT free resources if you’re interesting in diversifying your income as a photographer by getting into 1-on-1 mentoring, hosting a workshop, creating an online course, or...

Want to know how a simple giveaway helped me make $28,000 in wedding retainers in just 1 month? Then this week’s episode is for you!  Contrary to what you might think, giveaways don’t make you look desperate or like you don’t have enough business. With just a bit of planning, giveaways can create huge leverage in your business. In this week’s episode, I’m going to show you exactly what I did in my recent giveaway that helped me attract my dream client AND book out my calendar. Here’s what...

Do you ever find yourself wondering if you’re on the path to success with your photography business? Then this week’s episode is for you. I asked 6 wildly successful photographers to answer this question: “What’s the ONE thing you need to create a successful photography business in 2024?” In this episode, you’ll hear some hard-won lessons from 6 photographers with 6 completely different points of view. Here’s a run-down of what you’ll discover in this week’s episode: Annemie Tonken reveals...

I recently heard a mind-blowingly simple but powerful marketing idea at a business conference that all photographers need to know about – so I’ve dedicated a whole podcast episode to it! Tune into this week’s episode to learn how this marketing idea helped me book 8 new clients in just 2 weeks, WITHOUT adding too much extra work to my plate (and how it can for you too!) Plus more tips, mindset shifts, and marketing gold to help you show up with confidence and book even more of your dream...

It’s time we talk about one of the most underrated tools available to us as photographers and business owners…cosmic design! Join me and my special guest this week (certified astrologer and psychic medium) Sheetal Story, as she guides us through how to receive powerful and aligned ideas for your photography business in 2024 through the power of astrology + numerology. Tune in to discover… An introduction to energy and how it can affect us in life and business What you *need* to hear if you’re...

Have you heard of the “pricing deadzone”? It’s what can happen when you transition from being too expensive for the affordable clients, but not priced highly enough for luxury clients to think you’re qualified! If you’ve ever experienced this OR you’ve  just generally been struggling with your inquiries and bookings right now, then I just want you to know…You’re not alone! Many photographer have been experiencing a down in inquiries and bookings (for a few different reasons I’ll be diving...

 OME doors close shut for an entire year on Thursday October 26, 2023 at 11:59pm EST 🕚 Click here to join the OME community > https://courses.saramonika.com/outsourcing

In today’s Outsourcing Made Easy student success story, I’ll be chatting with Tracey about how she and her husband were able to rediscover their love of shooting and gain back 20 hours per wedding thanks to outsourcing. Tune in to discover… Tracey’s background, what drew her to Outsourcing Made Easy, and her life before getting support in her business [0.58]. [2.48]The ONE big mistake most photographers make when planning their tasks ahead of busy season [6.58]The burnout Tracey and her...

In today’s Outsourcing Made Easy student success story I’ll be speaking with Nichole, who’s already saved 120 hours with the support of her VA in just 6 months, and 24 hours in just 4 weeks with the support of her editor thanks to outsourcing. Tune in to discover… Nichole’s background as a brand + portrait photographer and what drew her to Outsourcing Made EasyNichole’s experience hiring a VA on her own vs. her experience hiring a VA after going through OME [1.38]How Nichole saved 120 hours...

Today, I’ll be diving into the compound effect of the choices you make in your photography business and the money you’re leaving on the table if you choose NOT to outsource (prepare to have your mind blown!) Tune in to discover… Why it’s so important to listen to your desires and to reverse engineer your success [1.13]My teaching philosophy and what you can expect from me if you join OME [2.51]The *official* manifesto of the OME community (don’t miss this!) [4.32]The compound interest...

She’s baaack! Join me and my Outsourcing Made Easy student, Katie, as we catch up a year after our last podcast episode together. We’ll be diving into how her business has evolved since we last spoke, the support she gets in her business now, and her advice for photographers looking to leave burnout behind. Plus, she’ll be giving us a *very* special behind-the-scenes tour of the second (!) studio she’s been able to open up in her business thanks to the power of outsourcing!  Tune in to...

Who doesn’t love a good mashup episode? ;) Today I’m interviewing 3 of my Outsourcing Made Easy students who are in the work right NOW getting support in their businesses. Some have only just started, some are a little further down the track. My hope is that by sharing a wide range of stories, you’ll be able to see all the amazing possibilities that open up to you once you start outsourcing (and spoiler: just how quickly you can start seeing results!) Tune in to discover… How Amy saved 393...

I’m so excited to welcome my OME student AND past-wedding client, Nicole, to the podcast this week to talk about her journey into photography and how she was able to save 660 (!) hours during the 2023 wedding season thanks to outsourcing.  Tune in to discover… Nicole’s journey to becoming a photographer and how she was able to quit her 9-5 and go full time after just 3 months [1.45]What Nicole *really* thought about the fact that I outsource when she first met me and how it impacted her...

It’s official – AI is here to stay! So I thought it’s about time I dive in and test out some of the tools available to us as photographers…, to help YOU figure out if they can help you get back your time in an effective way, without compromising the quality of your work. Tune in to this week’s episode to get my honest, unfiltered thoughts! You’ll discover… What’s working for me and what’s not working for me when it comes to using AIWhether I think we can trust the output that AI is currently...

Ever toyed with the idea of getting an in-person assistant? Then this week’s episode is for you! Join me as I share how I found my first home assistant locally here in Canada, plus how you can apply these same principles to get fast and effective support in YOUR business (whether virtually or in-person).  Tune in to discover… Why I decided to look for an in-person home assistant and the tasks I wanted support withWhere I found our PERFECT-fit assistant and why you should never listen to the...

Today, I want to bust one of the most damaging and persistent myths I see holding so many talented photographers back from achieving the growth and freedom they deserve in their lives and businesses – the idea that outsourcing makes you any less of an artist. For years I also struggled with this belief, until a series of events and experiences shifted my perspective entirely. It’s my hope that this episode inspires these same mindset shifts in you, too! Tune in to discover… Why getting...

Worried about the dip in inquiries/bookings right now and the impact of the recession on your photography business? Then this week’s episode is for you. I’m going to be diving into some mindset shifts and strategies you can use to weather this time of uncertainty, plus how you can unblock and rewire your subconscious mind for positive action through the power of RRT. Tune in to discover… The current mood among the photography community and whether I think you should be concerned about the...

Ever feel overwhelmed by the pressure to create beautiful images in a time crunch on wedding days? Struggle to perform when you feel stressed out or when things don’t go according to plan? Not sure how to respond when your couple, family members, or wedding guests rush you along? Then this week’s episode is for you, my friend!  In this quick but powerful mini episode, I’ll be sharing some actionable tips and mindset shifts that helped me create images I’m proud of at a recent wedding (despite...

This week, I’m doing something slightly different! I’m sharing a raw, unfiltered audio diary about the creative rut I’ve been going through over the past handful of months, in the hope that my story can support and inspire you on your own journey.  Tune in to discover… The ups and downs I’ve been experiencing in my business since January and what I’ve learned along the way Why it doesn’t help to resist the way you’re feeling when a down cycle hits and some of the behaviors I turned to...

Ever wondered how to be a dog photographer? Then today’s your lucky day! Join me and Nicole Begley, pet photographer and educator, as she shares everything you need to know about working in this exciting and lucrative niche! Tune in to discover… An introduction to Nicole, her work and her mission [2.11]The question on everyone’s minds… How PROFITABLE is pet photography? (hint: you may be pleasantly surprised!) [6.50]How to get dogs to behave the way you want them to during sessions [11.29]The...

Today, we’re diving into the world of Dubsado with my special guest: fellow photographer, and workflow automations magician, Meg Cooper.  So if you’ve been thinking about elevating your client experience and freeing up your time with a powerful CRM like Dubsado, then this episode’s for you! Tune in to discover… How Meg got into the world of workflow automations [3:16]How you can use automation to elevate your client experience and to reclaim your time [7:47]What is a CRM? Meg’s overview + how...

Today, I’m diving into the ins and outs of artificial light with Eden Strader, so you can confidently take on any lighting situation that comes your way, uplevel your skills, and charge premium prices for your work! Tune in to discover… My limiting beliefs around shooting with artificial light before speaking with Eden [0.45]Why every wedding photographer NEEDS an understanding of artificial light (even if you prefer natural light photography) [7.18]The link between your technical skill and...

This week I’m doing something a little different and inviting my amazing therapist, Jaime Armstrong, to the podcast! She’ll be sharing more about RRT (Rapid Resolution Therapy), EPI (Emotional Pain Intervention), and the neuroscience-based techniques that can help you reprogram your mind and stress-proof your brain. Prepare to be amazed! Tune in to discover… My personal experience with Jaime and how her unique approach to therapy has completely shifted my perspective [1:40]Making “Shift”...

Want to avoid burnout as a photographer? Tune into this visualization exercise to help you do so ❤️ I know life can get so busy and sometimes all we need is to pause for a moment and ask ourselves “wait am I on track and aligned with my deepest desires and values? Or did I get off track somewhere?” It’ll help you get clarity on the type of lifestyle you want for your self in the near future! Be sure to watch/listen because this could be the key that unlocks a life full of time freedom,...