Let’s back up: the economy isn’t the best right now. That’s a known fact. People using “it’s the economy” as an excuse for why their bookings are down. True… the economy MIIIIGGHHTTT be affecting your bookings. But…. if you’re in the wedding industry…. People are still getting married. It’s not JUST the economy. Stop using the economy as the scapegoat for why you’re not getting booked. And use this opportunity to look at what you’re doing, how you’re marketing, and how you’re...

Today we have a repeat guest of one of our favorite people and yours. Nate Chanski is coming on to today’s show to talk about Reels, education, being a photographer and so much more. We dive in super deep today into the niche topic of Reels. Everything you could want to know we discuss today! --------------------------------- Show notes:  Post Partner: www.postpartner.com/heartandhustle  Use code HEARTANDHUSTLE for $200 off!  --------------------------------- Honeybook:...

Today we’re diving into the ins and outs of Instagram. What’s working and what’s not? These rise and fall especially as new apps get developed. This is a good check-in on where is Instagram in 2024.  --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/377-whats-working-on-instagram-in-2024 --------------------------------- Post Partner: www.postpartner.com/heartandhustle  Code HEARTANDHUSTLE for $200 off --------------------------------- Contracts:...

Any entrepreneur who has ever felt like a failure? Today we have the incredible Kyrie Price on the show. She basically opens up the opposite end on the highlight reel. We talk about stepping away from entrepreneurship and stepping into motherhood, the struggles that come from that and so much more! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/376-what-do-you-do-when-your-dreams-dont-work-out-with-kyrie-price --------------------------------- Post Partner:...

The death of the girl boss and hello to the homemaker. We’re going to discuss how that is affecting life, motherhood, and business.  --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/375-soft-girl-era-girlboss-is-out-homemaker-is-in --------------------------------- Post Partner: www.postpartner.com/heartandhustle Use code HEARTANDHUSTLE for $200 off your first order!  --------------------------------- Heart Shop: www.theheartuniversity.com/shop ...

Today is the treat for you today. We’re having the incredible Kristin Hubbard!  We know her because she was the DJ for our past two conferences. Today’s conversation is about how she built her DJ business, how she markets being a DJ, becoming a serial entrepreneur, and so much more!! We talk about marketing, and building a brand, whether you are a DJ or not. Whether in the event industry or not, you can benefit from this episode.  --------------------------------- Show...

Today is a little bit nerdy surrounding time management–using a particular software/tool that has transformed our lives. *DON'T CLICK OFF* We will talk about things that people think they already know how to use this tool, you’ll probably learn something new! Let’s talk about how to save your hours of time in your business! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/373-this-tool-saves-us-hours-of-time-in-our-businesses-youre-wasting-time-without-it ...

If you’re currently a stay-at-home mom (or want to be one soon) and have been debating starting a business to help support that dream… today’s episode is for you!!! Today we’re chatting with the incredible Maddy Spranger, one of our very own Heart and Hustle podcast listeners.. Maddy is a 28-year-old wife and mother as well as a virtual assistant who embarked on her entrepreneurial journey just last year while juggling the very full plate that belongs to a stay-at-home mom. ...

Here’s a good old Q&A episode! You ask the questions and we answer them! That’s what we’re doing today. There are lots of different questions here today, marriage, photography, lifestyle, content, all the things! --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/371-qa-mailbag-how-do-we-cultivate-strong-marriages-is-your-gear-what-makes-you-a-good-photographer-more --------------------------------- Folio Albums: www.folioalbums.com Use code HEARTHUSTLE40...

Today, we are thrilled to introduce our dear friend, Hannah Rosser, to the show. In this episode, we dive deep into Hannah's journey, from how she first got started with her photography business to a plot twist pivot moment that transformed her photography style and therefore career. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/370-pivoting-into-documentary-timeless-cinematic-photography-and-how-she-exploded-her-photography-business-with-hannah-rosser ...

This episode isn’t for launching your FIRST product/service (aka your business). This is for launching something new within your brand or business. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/369-your-launch-blueprint-a-repeatable-formula-you-can-use-to-launch-anything --------------------------------- Shopify: www.shopify.com/heart --------------------------------- KAJABI REFERRAL LINK: https://app.kajabi.com/r/yAnAFBUz ...

Today we’re having a good ole friendly debate on the value and benefit of college specifically when it comes to entrepreneurs.  And joining us for the discussion is the lovely, Tyrie Mehaffey. Join us for this lively discussion as we explore the pros and cons, share personal experiences, and have some fun here today. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/368-is-college-necessary-for-photographers-lets-discuss-with-tyrie-mehaffey Burnout Freebie:...

Today we are sharing on our thoughts and opinions on the photography industry and the changes we have seen. We have been professional photographers for 10 years. We have noticed a lot of shifts. We’re covering the pros, the cons the good and the bads.  --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/367-photography-isnt-what-it-used-to-be-a-candid-conversation-on-the-trends-changes-we-see-coming-to-the-photo-industry-this-year ...

Today, we have an incredibly inspiring guest joining us, someone whose life and work beautifully blend the worlds of art, faith, and entrepreneurship. Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author known for her incredible books and Bible studies.  We're gonna get into the nitty-gritty of life, faith, and all those moments when you're just trying to keep it together. --------------------------------- Show notes: ...

We’re talking about a lot of spicy things today that you’re going to want to know to get our customers to open your emails. Whether or not you have an active email list or you’re thinking about having an email list, you don’t want to miss this episode!  Also, there are a lot of good nuggets in here even if you don’t have an email list. Great marketing tips all around for ya! --------------------------------- Show notes: ...

We don’t care who you are, this is a nonskip episode. Especially if you are a mom. We had our dear friend Abbie on the show. We are obsessed with her worldview and mission. This woman brings it today.  We cover the topic of motherhood, specifically the culture that loves to have comradery and community over that motherhood is hard. Think mommy wine culture. Abbie is here to set the record straight and come at it from a Holy, Biblical view.  --------------------------------- Show notes: ...

We’re talking about the old-time tale of “over promise under deliver”. Is it relevant, slimy, industry related? We will dive into all of it today!  --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/363-is-under-promise-over-deliver-an-outdated-sales-technique-our-controversial-opinion-might-surprise-you --------------------------------- Niche Down Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/niche --------------------------------- The Heart Shop:...

Ever heard of pro-metabolic eating? Keeping hearing that circle around but not sure what it is or why you should care.  Don’t worry because today on the show we had the incredible Fallon Lee on to talk about all that and why women should pay even more attention to it. We dove into what pro-metabolic eating is, how to do it, how it supports women's hormones, where you can start and so much more! --------------------------------- Show notes: ...

Today’s episode made us bawl  Today we had YOU answer the question what is the biggest lesson you’ve learned in business from…..US! Y’all wrecked us. We cannot thank you enough, there are no words. We are so thankful that you are hear and are so excited to hear what you have learned from our fumblings and mumblings!  --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/361-the-biggest-lessons-youve-learned-from-us --------------------------------- Imposter...

Today’s episode is something we did last year and you loved it. Last year we recorded a year-end episode where we broke down our top 5 favorite books we read that year - fiction, nonfiction, all of it. And so we decided to do it again this year. If you’re new to the podcast, then lemme tell you we are obsessed with reading. We love it so much, and we always get asked for our favorite book recommendations. So without further ado… here are our top 5 books we both read in 2023.  ...

Today is a rare, raw, and ridiculously powerful episode on a topic you don’t often hear about in the entrepreneurial space… leaving a successful business to go back to the 9-5 world. WHAT. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/359-leaving-a-successful-business-to-go-back-to-a-9-5-with-anna-marie-shropshire --------------------------------- Ghosting Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/ghosting --------------------------------- The Heart Shop:...

We've dedicated this short and sweet episode to help you master the art of crafting a perfect Instagram bio. We'll be sharing our proven strategies, tips, and tricks to help you create a bio that not only clarifies your identity and purpose but also captivates and engages your target audience. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/358-struggling-to-craft-your-instagram-bio-perfectly-listen-for-tips --------------------------------- Instagram Bio...

If you’re a stay-at-home mom who is trying to build your business while also raising the next generation of world changers this is for our stay-at-home mom girlies. In our conversation today with Whitney, she shares her remarkable story of starting her photography business at 31, with barely any financial security after the craziest tumultuous season of their lives, all while balancing the responsibilities of being a stay-at-home mom to 3 littles. --------------------------------- Show...

Now, before we dive in, we have to say this: our incredible listeners never fail to amaze us. You guys really came through with the wedding photography horror stories for this episode, and let us tell you, they are absolutely bonkers! We've got tales that'll make your jaw drop, your eyes widen, and your heart race faster than a bride chasing her runaway veil. --------------------------------- Show notes: ...