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  • Are you curious about what truly went on behind the scenes in my business this year? Today’s episode is part one of my year in review. I’m reflecting on the major highlights and achievements of this year, plus a look into what it took to make it all happen. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by Marketing That Attracts, my new course that will give you clarity on your marketing strategy and attract your ideal clients. In this course, you will learn five organic marketing strategies for photographers and advice for how to implement them into your business. Join today and get access to even more additional resources like templates, trainings, and organizational tools. 


    Enroll Now >>

     

    Review the Show Notes:

    2024 milestones (3:43)

    Hiring a new coach (3:54)

    Hiring two new team members (7:08)

    Launching two new courses (14:30)

    Launching a new program (22:05)

    Four new 1:1 coaching clients (28:34)

    2024 retreat recap (30:22)

    Going viral for the first time (34:45)

    Other general wins for the year (37:24)

    Favorite moments of 2024 (38:55)

    The alumni retreat (43:14)

    Personal wins of the year (45:31)


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Jaiden - The Rave Social: theravesocial.com

    Rachel - In All Things Design: instagram.com/inallthingscreative

    Marketing That Attracts: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/hWKA5zJm9GZa

    Personality Portrait Blueprint: sabrinagebhardt.com/personality

    Interested in 1:1 coaching? Contact: sabrinagebhardt.com/contact

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • Are you wanting to offer brand photography? This episode is the final installment in my series featuring the expertise of new educators. I’m speaking with fellow photographer Amanda Mendenhall all about brand photography, the mistakes photographers make when offering this kind of service, plus how to set yourself apart and offer an exceptional brand photography experience. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by The Round Table, a community built for female photographers who want to continue growing their business while forging industry friendships along the way! In this group, you will learn practical ways to move your business forward, while finding community and accountability with like-minded photographers. Come join us and get access to new live trainings, a growing vault of education, and an incredible community. 


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Amanda (2:13)

    Understanding brand photography (5:06)

    Why so many photographers are adding brand photography (6:52)

    Setting yourself apart as a brand photographer (9:16)

    Fit the client’s brand, not your own (11:23)

    Stalking the client’s brand (13:40)

    Common mistakes brand photographers make (18:03)

    Getting started with brand photography (22:19)

    Tagging the brand (26:41)

    Upleveling your brand photography (27:46)

    Brand session prep guide (29:22)

    Rapid-fire questions (32:52)


    Connect with Amanda:

    Website: arccreativecompany.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/arccreative_co

    Freebie: arccreativecompany.com/brandfreebie


    Connect with Sabrina:

    The Round Table: sabrinagebhardt.com/membership

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com

    Sabrina Stylist: bbeamanstylist.com


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  • Are you ready to turn your senior photography into a luxury service? This episode is another installment in my series featuring the expertise of new educators. I’m speaking with fellow photographer Kellie Llewellyn all about crafting a luxury senior experience, plus following her dream of pursuing travel sessions. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    This episode is brought to you by The Round Table, a community built for female photographers who want to continue growing their business while forging industry friendships along the way! In this group, you will learn practical ways to move your business forward, while finding community and accountability with like-minded photographers. Come join us and get access to new live trainings, a growing vault of education, and an incredible community. 


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Kellie (2:22)

    Starting a business and discovering senior photography (3:50)

    Lessons in the senior photography business (6:42)

    Crafting a luxury experience (10:09)

    Marketing with Senior Sundays (11:40)

    Outsourcing as a requirement for a luxury business (13:17)

    Traveling for senior sessions (17:46)

    The creative fuel that comes from traveling (22:35)

    Creating your luxury senior photography business (25:51)

    Connecting with senior family wants and needs (29:22)

    Leveling up your current senior photography business (31:01)

    The importance of finding your community (32:00)

    Getting started with senior photography (34:11)

    Kellie’s advice on senior posing and travel sessions (37:30)

    Rapid-fire questions (39:39)


    Connect with Kellie:

    Website: kellierochelle.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/kellierochellephotography

    Senior Posing: kellierochelle.com/posing

    Travel Sessions: kellierochelle.com/scout

    Mentoring: kellierochelle.com/education


    Connect with Sabrina:

    The Round Table: sabrinagebhardt.com/membership

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • Can having a personal project make you a better photographer? This episode is another installment in my series featuring the expertise of new educators. I’m speaking with fellow photographer Angela Doran about her incredible portfolio of self portraits, plus how committing herself to self portraiture has improved her professional work. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    This episode is brought to you by The Round Table, a community built for female photographers who want to continue growing their business while forging industry friendships along the way! In this group, you will learn practical ways to move your business forward, while finding community and accountability with like-minded photographers. Come join us and get access to new live trainings, a growing vault of education, and an incredible community. 

    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Angela (2:46)

    Angela’s journey with self portraiture (4:08)

    Feeling awkward while taking self portraits (5:16)

    The benefits of a personal project (10:01)

    Where inspiration comes from (11:46)

    Angela’s self portraits with her son (12:50)

    Planning 52 weeks of ideas (16:47)

    Getting started with self portraiture (19:01) 1:27

    Editing images from your phone (22:19)

    Being selective about sharing (22:59)

    Staying committed to self portraiture (23:43)

    Self-Portrait Success (25:08)

    Rapid-fire questions (26:02)


    Connect with Angela:

    Website: angeladoran.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/angeladoranphotography

    Angela Freebie: angeladoran.com/spfreebie

    Angela Mentoring: angeladoran.com/for-photographers 


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • Are you looking to add an additional stream of revenue to your photography business? his episode is part of my series featuring the women of my Education Blueprint mastermind. I’m speaking with fellow photographer Mallory Shelton about her unique offer of heirloom portraits, plus how she continues to add revenue to her business through slower seasons. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by The Round Table, a community built for female photographers who want to continue growing their business while forging industry friendships along the way! In this group, you will learn practical ways to move your business forward, while finding community and accountability with like-minded photographers. Come join us and get access to new live trainings, a growing vault of education, and an incredible community. 


    LEARN MORE >>

     

    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Mallory (3:02)

    Capturing heirloom portraits (3:58)

    Mallory’s journey with offering heirlooms (4:51)

    How heirloom portraits have impacted revenue (8:00)

    Learning to edit heirloom portraits (10:20)

    Equipment and supplies for heirlooms (11:56)

    Crafting a relatively simple offer (14:51) 

    The type of photographer that should offer heirlooms (16:04)

    Where to get started with adding heirlooms to your business (18:11)

    The Simplified Guide to Heirloom Portraits (20:48) 

    Rapid-fire questions (21:49)


    Connect with Mallory:

    Website: malloryshelton.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/mallorypshelton

    Freebie: malloryshelton.com/heirloom-freebie

    Mentoring: malloryshelton.com/education


    Connect with Sabrina:

    The Round Table: sabrinagebhardt.com/membership

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • What are the secrets to mini-session success? This episode is the third in my series featuring the women of my Education Blueprint mastermind. I’m speaking with fellow photographer Danielle Miranda about her impressive success with mini-sessions and how to get started with stress-free sessions in 2025. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    I am so excited to announce the Pre-Black Friday Sale. During the week of November 18th, I will be highlighting a different offer every single day. There is something for every level of photographer, plus an offer at every price point with massive discounts. Put your name on the waitlist now to grab these offers before quantities run out. 


    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Danielle Miranda (2:07)

    The love-hate relationship with mini sessions (5:33)

    Actual numbers from Danielle’s minis (6:34)

    The journey to easy mini sessions (10:52)

    Making your mini session feel successful (14:10)

    Offering an up-sell and avoiding over-delivery (19:36)

    What photographers do wrong with mini-sessions (21:30)

    Your first step to a successful mini-session (24:33)

    Mini-Session Tool Kit (27:36)

    Rapid-fire questions (29:03)


    Connect with Danielle:

    Website: daniellemirandaphotography.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/daniellemirandaphotography

    Mini-Session Tool Kit: daniellemirandaphotography.com/mini-toolkit-signup

    Mentoring: daniellemirandaphotography.com/photographer-mentoring

    The Focus Collective: the-focus-collective.com


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Pre-Black Friday Sale: sabrinagebhardt.com/holiday24

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com



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  • How much of a role does the client experience play in the success of your business? Today, I’m speaking with Natasha Sewell about improving your client experience plus some of the horror stories from our own business journeys. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    I am so excited to announce the Pre-Black Friday Sale. During the week of November 18th, I will be highlighting a different offer every single day. There is something for every level of photographer, plus an offer at every price point with massive discounts. Put your name on the waitlist now to grab these offers before quantities run out. 


    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Natasha (2:07)

    Defining client experience (3:11)

    Your bare minimum client experience (4:31)

    Signs your client experience needs work and how to fix it (6:58)

    Misconceptions around the client experience (12:20)

    Natasha’s journey with the client experience (15:13)

    Client experience horror stories (17:42)

    Where to start with improving your client experience (21:19)

    Elevate your client experience (26:42)

    Rapid-fire questions (28:01)


    Connect with Natasha:

    Free Guide Elevate Your Client Experience: npsphotography.com/photography-freebie-website-client-experience

    Waitlist: npsphotography.com/the-client-experience-waitlist

    Website: npsphotography.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/npsphotography


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Pre-Black Friday Sale: sabrinagebhardt.com/holiday24

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • Can glowing reviews change your business? This episode is the first in a new series featuring the women of my Education Blueprint mastermind. I’m speaking with fellow photographer Christine Dammann about the importance of Google reviews, how to encourage your clients into writing glowing reviews, plus what happens when you receive a bad review. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    I am so excited to announce the Pre-Black Friday Sale. During the week of November 18th, I will be highlighting a different offer every single day. There is something for every level of photographer, plus an offer at every price point with massive discounts. Put your name on the waitlist now to grab these offers before quantities run out. 


    Get on the Waitlist >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Why Google reviews are so important to your business (4:30)

    Using Google reviews to support your marketing efforts (8:03)

    Getting started with Google reviews as a newer business (10:05)

    Why you’re not getting reviews as an established business (13:09)

    Receiving a negative review (17:44)

    Before and after prioritizing Google reviews (24:43)

    How to get glowing reviews (27:00)

    Rapid-fire questions (27:50)


    Connect with Christine:

    Google Review Freebie: christinedammann.com/google-freebie

    Website: christinedammann.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/christinedammannphotography

    Imagen: imagen-ai.com/?ref_id=182379022


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Pre-Black Friday Sale: sabrinagebhardt.com/holiday24

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • Do you feel abundant and successful during your busy season, or empty and depleted? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a common experience amongst photographers: feeling emptiness during the most “successful” time of the year. I’m giving my recommendations for how to get back on track with taking care of yourself plus how to create internal abundance during busy periods. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a mastermind and retreat for female photographers where personal development meets business growth. During the four-month experience, students have weekly calls focused on goals, boundaries, money, and marketing.  The program also includes incredible guest teachers, a private Facebook community, and weekly Voxer hours with individualized guidance and mentorship. Sign up today to join the waitlist. 


    Review the Show Notes:

    You’re not alone in this (2:43)

    The solution to creating an abundant busy season (6:57)


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Root To Rise: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • How are your 2024 goals going? In today’s episode, guest Colie James and I are getting together for our third quarter business besties chat. We’re checking in on our goals and updating our plans for the end of 2024. 


    This episode is brought to you by Marketing That Attracts, my new course that will give you clarity on your marketing strategy and attract your ideal clients. In this course, you will learn five organic marketing strategies for photographers and advice for how to implement them into your business. Join today and get access to even more additional resources like templates, trainings, and organizational tools.


    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Rhythms and routines during the school year (2:05)

    Saying “no” more (5:47)

    Opportunities for visibility (7:17)

    Education blueprint mastermind (11:32)

    Evergreen emails (14:39)

    Marketing That Attracts course update (26:00)

    Making a decision about 1:1 offers (27:18)

    Releasing and letting go of things (31:32) *ad here (33:39)

    Black Friday plans (37:59)

    New marketing freebie (42:09)

    Pinterest and Airtable strategy (43:25)

    Root To Rise 2025 (49:36)

    ConvertBox (51:12)

    CRM Blueprint course updates (57:07)


    Connect with Colie:

    Website: coliejames.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/coliejames

    Podcast: coliejames.com/podcast

    AirTable Hub: coliejames.com/airtable


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Marketing That Attracts: https://sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/hWKA5zJm9GZa

    Root To Rise: https://sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp

    Episode 103: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-james

    Episode 88: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/88-q2-business-besties-chat-with-colie-james

    Episode 75: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/75-quarterly-business-chat-with-colie-james

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • How do you handle your money during seasons of abundance? In today’s episode, I’m talking with my bookkeeper Kelly Marshall all about setting your business up for financial success. Kelly shares practical tips for the Profit First method, plus how to create a feeling of calm in your relationship with money. 


    This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a mastermind and retreat for female photographers where personal development meets business growth. During the four-month experience, students have weekly calls focused on goals, boundaries, money, and marketing. The program also includes incredible guest teachers, a private Facebook community, and weekly Voxer hours with individualized guidance and mentorship. Sign up today to join the waitlist. 


    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Kelly (2:38)

    How Profit-First can help entrepreneurs (7:45)

    Starting from an abundant bucket (18:00)

    Looking at and allocating your money (20:42)

    Making a decision for your financial success (26:11)

    Limiting blocks around abundance (38:46)

    Struggling to hold onto money (47:50)

    Feeling calm in your relationship with money (52:22)

    Rapid-fire questions (1:02:52)


    Mentioned in this episode:

    Relay Financial: relayfi.com

    Profit First: amazon.com/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making

    Rich As F*ck: amazon.com/Rich-More-Money-than-Know


    Connect with Kelly:

    Website: terracarefinancial.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/kelly.marshall.8

    Facebook: facebook.com/groups/2026160704129573


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com

    Root To Rise Waitlist: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp


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  • What are my top personal development book recommendations? In today’s episode, I’m sharing five books that every female entrepreneur should read. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a mastermind and retreat for female photographers where personal development meets business growth. During the four-month experience, students have weekly calls focused on goals, boundaries, money, and marketing.  The program also includes incredible guest teachers, a private Facebook community, and weekly Voxer hours with individualized guidance and mentorship. Sign up today to join the waitlist. 

    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Profit First (4:40)

    We Should All Be Millionaires (7:15)

    Atomic Habits (11:04) - place ad before this

    15 Invaluable Laws Of Growth (14:40)

    You Are A Badass At Making Money (16:40)


    Mentioned in this episode:

    Profit First: amzn.to/3TG9DFF

    We Should All Be Millionaires: amzn.to/3BgSoVi

    Atomic Habits: amzn.to/3BqNMM4

    The 15 Invaluable Laws Of Growth: amzn.to/3Zu88yd

    You Are A Badass At Making Money: amzn.to/3ZFfOhj


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Root To Rise Waitlist: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • How am I outsourcing in my business in 2024? In today’s episode, I’m going down the list of everything I currently outsource, plus tips for creating more support within your business. 


    This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a mastermind and retreat for female photographers where personal development meets business growth. During the four-month experience, students have weekly calls focused on goals, boundaries, money, and marketing.  The program also includes incredible guest teachers, a private Facebook community, and weekly Voxer hours with individualized guidance and mentorship. Sign up today to join the waitlist. 


    Learn More >>


    Mentioned in this episode:

    Root To Rise: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp

    Kelly Marshall: terracarefinancial.com

    Gaffin Creative: gaffincreative.com

    Stefanie Morris: stefaniemorris.co

    Octavia Elease: octaviaeleasedesigns.com

    In All Things Design: inallthingscreative.com

    The Rave Social: theravesocial.com

    Image Salon: imgsln.co/BZCT6X6M

    Sara Gillis: whatsarasaid.com

    Profit First: amazon.com/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making

    Rich As F*ck: amazon.com/Rich-More-Money-than-Know


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com

    Root To Rise Waitlist: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp


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  • Are you ready to go all in and invest in your business? In today’s episode, I’m sharing five ways to invest in your business and what to consider before you do. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    This episode is brought to you by my new free guide, Magical Momentum. This thirty-day done-for-you marketing plan is designed to connect you with your ideal clients, and to get you out of your marketing rut. If you’re ready to try something new and hit the easy button on your marketing, grab the free guide today.


    Review the Show Notes:

    Invest in outsourcing (2:24)

    Complete the big project (4:44)

    Invest in your health (7:07)

    Start taking yourself seriously (11:08)

    Invest in education (13:15)


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Magical Momentum: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/Lp3AV9Dquja4

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com

    Root To Rise Waitlist: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/cBkKxLJVfICp


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  • Are you obsessed with productivity? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the possible negative side effects of chasing perfect productivity, plus how to approach productivity in a way that is actually sustainable. 

    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    This episode is brought to you by my new free guide, Magical Momentum. This thirty-day done-for-you marketing plan is designed to connect you with your ideal clients, and to get you out of your marketing rut. If you’re ready to try something new and hit the easy button on your marketing, grab the free guide today.


    Review the Show Notes:

    Becoming obsessed with productivity (1:02)

    Your emotions become stuck (3:05)

    Our lives become like that of a robot (4:39)

    We are lacking creativity (7:12)

    Being productive imperfectly (10:05)

    Put less on your list (11:05)

    Allow more time for each task (13:49)

    Bake white space into your calendar (15:25)

    Stop over-committing (17:43)


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Magical Momentum: https://sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/Lp3AV9Dquja4

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com


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  • Are you in a funk with your social media? In today’s episode, I’m talking with social media marketing expert Jaiden Robinson. We’re diving into our top tips for making social media fun again plus how to make deeper connections with your followers. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise, a mastermind and retreat for female photographers where personal development meets business growth. During the four-month experience, students have weekly calls focused on goals, boundaries, money, and marketing. The program also includes incredible guest teachers, a private Facebook community, and weekly Voxer hours with individualized guidance and mentorship. Sign up today to join the waitlist. 


    Connect with Jaiden:

    Instagram: instagram.com/theravesocial

    Website: theravesocial.com

    Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/46EUbLREXM78x9ErHhTpc1


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Website: sabrinagebhardt.com

    Root To Rise: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/71fTMFIOUzdT


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  • You know SEO basics, but is it time to level up your website? In today’s episode, I’m talking with Melissa Arlena of Picture Perfect Rankings. We’re diving into mistakes you may be making plus new trends with SEO in 2024.


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    This episode is brought to you by The Round Table, a community built for female photographers who want to continue growing their business while forging industry friendships along the way! In this group, you will learn practical ways to move your business forward, while finding community and accountability with like-minded photographers. Come join us and get access to the content and private Facebook community!


    Learn More >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    2:07 - Meet Melissa

    4:12 - Dividing time between two businesses 

    8:22 - The SEO mistakes you may be making 

    15:40 - Repurposing your website’s content

    18:15 - Your money pages

    21:34 - Does every blog post need to be valuable?

    23:22 - Refreshing old content

    28:33 - Getting started with keyword research

    31:17 - Branching out with keywords

    34:36 - New SEO rules for 2024

    40:50 - How often to update your images 

    44:26 - Advice for those getting started

    48:12 - Rapid-fire questions 


    Connect with Melissa:

    How to set up Google Search Console: pictureperfectrankings.com/set-up-google-search-console-for-photographers

    Instagram: instagram.com/pictureperfectrankings

    Facebook: facebook.com/groups/pictureperfectrankings

    Blog: pictureperfectrankings.com/blog

    Podcast: pictureperfectrankings.com/photography-podcast

    The Blogging Club: pictureperfectrankings.com/the-blogging-club

    Choose Your Homepage Keyword: melissaarlena.myflodesk.com/pmy35hp00w


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography

    Email List: view.flodesk.com/pages/62598e6c69d304440734abfa

    The Round Table: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/0xIncMJL8HXc


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  • Sometimes celebrating a major milestone calls for bringing together your business besties for an honest conversation about business. In today’s episode, I’m replaying my conversation from the Business-First Creatives Project, where I’m chatting with my business besties Colie James and Annemie Tonken about our over 30 years combined experience in photography. We’re diving into mistakes we’ve made, pricing strategies, and so much more. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    Review the Show Notes:

    3:10 - Meet My Business Besties

    5:20 – Diving Into the Business of Photography 

    6:34 – The Outsourcing Debate in Photography 

    10:37 – Exploring the Associate Photographer Model 9:

    20:36 – The Power of Pricing and Confidence in Business

    29:39 – The Mindset of Pricing in Business

    29:56 – Confidence and Detachment in Pricing Strategies

    30:05 – Business Pricing and Value

    32:27 – Client Experience and Justifying Price

    35:55 – Beginner Business Mistakes

    37:54 – Education and Outsourcing

    40:24 – Systems and Processes for Business Success

    50:44 – Collaboration and Feedback


    Connect with Colie:

    Website: https://coliejames.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coliejames/


    Connect with Annemie:

    Website: thiscantbethathard.com

    Instagram: instagram.com/thiscantbethathard_


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  • How do you know when you’ve become successful with your business? In today’s episode, I’m replaying a conversation from Creative Income Cure with Val Duvick. Val and I are sharing our personal definitions of success, plus I’m uncovering the real numbers and growth in my business over the years. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight.


    This episode is brought to you by The Round Table, a community built for female photographers who want to continue growing their business while forging industry friendships along the way! In this group, you will learn practical ways to move your business forward, while finding community and accountability with like-minded photographers. Come join us and get access to the content and private Facebook community!

    Join Now >>


    Review the Show Notes:

    Get to know Sabrina (2:38)

    Mistakes made in defining success (3:53)

    Success beyond the numbers (11:26)

    Struggling to believe our own success (16:25)

    Signs of the wrong kind of success (19:04)

    Sabrina’s business journey in numbers (27:32) 

    Planning for higher profit margins (34:45)

    Paying yourself strategically (36:12)

    Understanding what success will take (38:14)

    Defining success for your current season (41:44)


    Connect with Val:

    Podcast: https://valmarlene.com/podcast

    Website: https://valmarlene.com/


    Connect with Sabrina:

    The Round Table: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/0xIncMJL8HXc

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography


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  • Are you ready for the fall busy season? In today’s episode, I’m replaying a conversation from the This Can’t Be That Hard podcast with Annemie Tonken. Annemie and I are sharing our strategy for the approaching busy season, plus how we take care of ourselves alongside our business. 


    The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. 


    This episode is brought to you by Marketing That Attracts, my new course that will give you clarity on your marketing strategy and attract your ideal clients. In this course, you will learn five organic marketing strategies for photographers and advice for how to implement them into your business. Join today and get access to even more additional resources like templates, trainings, and organizational tools. 


    Learn More >>


    Connect with Annemie:

    Website thiscantbethathard.com


    Connect with Sabrina:

    Marketing That Attracts: https://sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/hWKA5zJm9GZa

    Instagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography



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