Explore every episode of the podcast Called to Both - Balancing Motherhood and Business for Photographers
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| 181: Your Standards Are Too Low. Here's What It's Costing You and How to Fix It. | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:13:08 | |
Think back to the last big investment you made in your business. Did it elevate your business the way you wanted it to? If not, the problem might not be the investment. It might be that you need to raise your standards. In today’s episode, I’m sharing how to know if your standards are too low and how to fix them. In This Episode You’ll:
Find it quickly: Signs your standards are too low (3:26) Putting on a new standard requires shedding an old one (5:50) How I raised my standards as a wedding photographer (8:29) If this is speaking to you, you’re in great company(10:13) Mentioned in this Episode: The Rise Collective: learn.joymichellephotography.com/Rise-collective-Waitlist Episode 178: Inside The Rise Collective: What Photographers Are Actually Working On: joymichelle.co/rise-collective-for-photographers 1:1 Photography Business Coaching: joymichelle.co/coaching If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 180: You Don't Have to Choose Between Summer and Momentum: 3 Strategies That Help Me Stay Productive | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:11:17 | |
How do you successfully run a business in the summer while also being a present mom? In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 strategies that help me to stay productive while also spending intentional time with my kids. In This Episode You’ll:
Find it quickly: How to have a productive summer (2:10) What do you need to make space for? (4:11) Get real about what the summer will look like (5:11) Advocate for your business (6:10) Resource yourself well (7:19) Mentioned in this Episode: The Rise Collective: learn.joymichellephotography.com/Rise-collective-Waitlist If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 176: Here’s What Separates Photographers Who Rise to The TOP From Photographers Who Plateau | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:12:10 | |
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right, but you're still not seeing the growth you expected—this episode is going to shift everything. In today’s episode, I’m unpacking the real reason some photographers continue to grow year after year while others plateau. Spoiler alert: it’s not talent, effort, or even how much you want it. I’m sharing what I’ve observed after years of coaching photographers and building my own business—and the truth might surprise you. If you’re someone who wants to raise your prices, attract better clients, and build a thriving business without sacrificing your life, this episode is for you. In this Episode:
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If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Content Creation] Are You in A Content Rut? 5 Must-Know Tips For Creating Better Content | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:13:52 | |
Content creation can be a time-consuming, yet valuable marketing strategy in your business. After years of creating content, I'm sharing 5 tips to boost ease and engagement with your content! Listen in as I share the secrets I've found to mastering content creation as a business owner! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 0:29 - Mastering Content Creation 3:32 - Tip 1: Use a Content Writing or Outline Template 6:04 - Tip 2: Think About the Type of Content YOU Consume 7:37 - Tip 3: Add Your Own Insight 8:55 - Tip 4: Become a Student of the Platform You are Building Content On 11:11 - Tip 5: Add Images, Stats, and Enrichment to the Content Mentioned in This Episode: Episode 4: Affiliate Marketing More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Marketing] 10 Tips for Using Instagram Stories to Get Clients and Reach | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:21:46 | |
Are you using Instagram stories to attract and nurture clients? Whether you love or hate Instagram, it's a social tool that you can make work for you! For me, Instagram stories is where I engage with my audience, but also see the most conversions as well! In today's episode, I'm sharing 10 tips for using instagram to attract clients and grow your small business! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Today's episode is brought to you by my free resource, The Brand Authority Blueprint! If you are ready to become seen as the go to expert in your field, and you want to build authority and credibility behind your name, then you're going to love this guide. It has actionable advice on becoming an in-demand brand and decide what you want to be know and remembered for. Find it quickly: 1:41 - 1. Think of your story as a story. 3:50 - 2. Let your stories expire. 5:50 - 3. Be intentional about the 1st story you post. 7:20 - 4. Use engagement stickers as much as possible. 8:27 - 5. Don’t only post about your business. 12:09 - 6. Share your feed content to your stories, but not right away. 13:57 - 7. Use your Instagram message flags to mark leads or people to follow up with. 15:14 - 8. Use Instagram story captions! 16:14 - 9. Save your best stories to highlights so they live beyond 24 hours. 17:51 - 10. Use your account analytics to see what your audience likes. More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 113: Top 3 Ways to Improve Your Google Business Profile & SEO | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:13:30 | |
If you set up your Google Business profile when you first started your business, but haven't touched it since, you might be missing out on visibility opportunities in your business! From optimizations in your search rankings to potential inquiries in your business, your Google Business profile plays a vital role in how you could potentially rank on Google. In today's episode, I'm sharing three ways you can improve your Google Business profile!
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 112: 5 Tips for Staying Organized in a Creative Business | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:23:59 | |
I believe that there is a direct correlation between your level of organization in the systems in your business and your level of profitability. A lot of creatives look a lot more professional on the outside than they are actually organized for on the backend. In today's episode, I'm sharing five organization tips for your photography business—it is possible to run a creative business while staying organized.
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 111: Less, But Better | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:11:20 | |
Our time is limited, especially during the summer months. Doing less, but with more intention could be the secret to staying sane this summer while also growing your business without burning out. The pressure to do more and create more is just a constant as a business owner. The truth is oftentimes you don't actually need to add something new to your plate in order to see success in your business. In today's episode, we're exploring how you can do less, but better.
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 110: 5 Things I’m Doing to (Hopefully) Double My Take Home Pay | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:20:54 | |
Can I let you in on a little secret? This year, I have a goal of doubling my take-home pay in my business. Through using the Profit First method, I'm hoping to increase my revenue and increase my take home pay! Listen in as I'm sharing a few things I'm doing to strategically support this goal of doubling my profitability. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 3:39 - Introduction to the Podcast 4:34 - Hiring a Coach 5:21 - Creating a New Vision Board 8:31 - Narrowing Focus to High Income Offers 13:10 - Daily Repeating Marketing Activities 16:12 - Creating a Realistic Budget Mentioned in this Episode: 24: Master Your Business Finances & Money Mindset with Val Duvick More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 109: 3 Surprising Things I Learned Growing a YouTube Channel to 60k Subscribers | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:16:37 | |
I recently hit 60k subscribers on Youtube and as I reflect on my time creating content on the platform, there are a lot of things I've learned along the way. In today's episode, I'm sharing three surprising lessons I've learned while growing my Youtube channel! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: Episode 3: How a Youtube Channel Could Fit into Your Business More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Business Coaching] How to Build Your Brand Authority: 5 Essential Steps | 27 May 2024 | 00:13:39 | |
If you are ready to start attracting dream clients who see your trustworthiness and credibility, it might be time to look at how you're presenting yourself online. Say goodbye to haggling over your pricing, long lead times for bookings, and bad clients. In today's episode, I'm sharing 5 ways you are losing authority online and how to fix it. Now if building authority is something that you want to dive even deeper into, trust me I've got you! I have a whole series of episodes on this and I a free guide for you to take a step closer to this today. You can download the Brand Authority Blueprint for free! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 1:29 - The Importance of Brand Authority 3:29 - Using an Unprofessional Email address 4:31 - Enhance Your Email Signature 6:35 - Linking Away from Yourself 7:36 - Your Old Instagram Highlights 9:54 - Website Footer Mentioned in this Episode: Brand Authority Series: Episode 36, Episode 37, Episode 38, Episode 39 More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 108: Overcoming Doubt & Critics: Resilient Entrepreneurship | 20 May 2024 | 00:13:31 | |
When others doubt you, it makes it hard to want to keep going, but I believe entrepreneurs are resilient. In today's episode, we're discussing overcoming critics, haters, negativity, self doubt and what it looks like to have resiliency in your entrepreneurship journey. If you've ever felt like you are an outsider in your own industry or have face criticism and gossip that wasn't kind, you are in good company and this episode is for you. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 107: 7 Ways I Streamlined My Schedule for a 20-Hour Work Week | Time Management | 13 May 2024 | 00:23:10 | |
If you work less than full-time hours in your business, than you are in good company today. Five years ago, when my daughter was born, I made an intentional decision to scale back on how much I worked. Now my hours are half of what they were before, but the good news is that even on part-time hours, you can still make an impact and an income. In today's episode, I'm sharing 7 ways I streamlined my schedule while working just 20 hours per week for better time management and work life balance.
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 175: Stop Working Like a Photographer. Start Thinking Like a CEO. | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:11:28 | |
There is one shift that will completely change the way you run your business—and it has nothing to do with strategy. In today’s episode, I’m diving into a powerful identity shift that I’ve been seeing come up again and again in my coaching conversations. It’s not about doing more, working harder, or tweaking your pricing—it’s about how you see yourself. I’m breaking down the difference between operating as a photographer who runs a business versus stepping into the role of a CEO who happens to be a photographer. This shift can unlock growth, clarity, and sustainability in ways that strategy alone never could. In this episode:
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| 106: The Business Reboot Part 4 | How You Can Start Making Better Decisions in Your Business | 06 May 2024 | 00:14:55 | |
Are you using data to make informed and aligned decisions in your business? In today's episode, we're diving into how you can make data-driven decisions that improve your business, along with what types of data you should consider tracking! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 105: The Business Reboot Part 3 | 3 Ways to Boost Your Visibility | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:15:30 | |
As a part of this business reboot series, one of my goals is to help you get more clients. I think a big part of that is through being seen by new people—it's time to amplify your presence! In today's episode, we're exploring three methods of visibility! I believe that you need a visibility marketing strategy in your business. Having more visibility can lead to new revenue streams, new opportunities, and of course, making more sales. Inside of my three month coaching accelerator, we work one on one to craft a custom strategy for your business so that you can not only get that insane visibility, but build the brand authority and sell more of your offers at the same time. Apply to work with me inside of this visibility coaching program below!
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 104: The Business Reboot Part 2 | Building Your Strategic Roadmap | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:11:48 | |
As we dive into part two of the business reboot series, it's time to talk about your roadmap. In today's episode, we are creating a roadmap so you feel clear and organized in your plan. Today’s episode is brought to you by Hobby to Pro Toolkit. I know just how many steps it takes to set up a photography business that you can feel confident in. Hobby to Pro Toolkit is your one-stop solution where you’ll find every tool, template, and guide that you need to confidently go pro in your business.
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 103: NEW SERIES 🎉 The Business Reboot Part 1 | Assess & Reflect: Setting the Foundation | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:16:21 | |
Welcome to our brand new series, The Business Reboot! Over the next four episodes, we're going to hit the reset button on our businesses to gain clarity, attract new clients, and fall back in love with your business. In today's episode, we're exploring the foundation of your business through assessing, reflecting, and clearing out the clutter! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off.
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Time Management] 3 Ways to Maximize Your Time and Build More Margin Into Your Day | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:23:05 | |
When you’re called to both, it can feel like you are being pulled in one million directions at all times. Not only do you have to make an unreasonable amount of decisions in a day, but we’re also distracted by both physical and digital clutter in our everyday lives. In this episode, I’m sharing how you can create more time and space in your days by building more margin and whitespace. [This episode is a re-run. It originally aired as episode 51 on February 20, 2023] If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:27 - Ways to Create More Time and Space in Your Days 3:33 - Declutter Your Space 7:20 - Digital Declutter 9:16 - Set a New Rule Custom to You 16:45 - The Rule of One Mentioned in this Episode: Take Back Your Time by Christy Wright Blog: Softwares and tools More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 102: 💬 Ask Joy: Team Building, Delegation, & Running Multiple Brands | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:18:14 | |
Welcome back to our Ask Joy series, where I'm answering your listener-submitted questions here on the podcast! In today's episode, we're discussing team building, delegation, and running multiple brands. Listen in as I share a little behind the scenes of my business and how it operates day to day! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off.
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 101: 3 Ways to End “Spray and Pray” Marketing and Get Steady Leads and Clients | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:16:18 | |
If you're ready to stop making up your marketing each week or month as you go along, this episode is going to be your guide. It's time to end the "spray and pray" marketing strategy you've been piecing together and focus on how you can consistently gain steady leads that turn into clients. In today's episode, I'm sharing three ways to end the "spray and pray" marketing method, along with how to determine which platforms you should incorporate into your plan. Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off.
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes with a Huge Giveaway 🎉 | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:16:58 | |
Today we're celebrating 100 episodes of Called to Both, the podcast for the ambitious woman raising both children and growing a business that she loves. As we celebrate, I want to share some of the best parts of hosting a podcast, my favorite episodes, and how you can celebrate with us! Plus you can enter our 100th episode giveaway!
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to Connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 99: How to Prepare Your Small Business for Maternity Leave or Time Off | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:35:00 | |
From maternity leaves to sabbaticals, taking time off from your business takes a lot of thought and intentional planning. As entrepreneurs and self-employed business owners, we don't have PTO or company policies that cover these important details. In today's episode, I asked four of my fellow podcast hosts who are called to both to share their own advice on how to prepare your small business for time off. Listen in as Caitlin Howard, Jordan Jones, Val Duvick, and Jillian Dolberry share their advice on business finance, content planning, and having team members in place to support you, plus more! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off.
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 98: The System I Use to Organize the Photos and Videos on my Phone for Faster Social Media Posting | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:09:31 | |
If you've ever found yourself scrolling and scrolling through your phone to find a specific photo to post on social media, scroll no more. This episode is for you—I'm sharing the exact system I use to organize my photos and videos on my phone! This eliminates the headache of not knowing what to post, but also saves you time and effort when picking your content! Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals.
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| The Real Strategy Behind Audience Engagement That Actually Converts | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:19:14 | |
How do I get my audience to respond to my content so it feels more like a dialogue and less like a one sided conversation? There’s a real reason we want our audience to respond, as it's an essential part of the sales process. In today's episode, I'm highlighting how you can get the responses you're looking for by training your audience to talk to you! This episode originally aired as episode 127 on December 23, 2024.
Find it quickly: Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 97: 💬 Ask Joy: Balancing Client Work, Slow Seasons, Affiliate Marketing, & 8 Hour Work Weeks | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:22:28 | |
While there are so many topics we cover here on the podcast, I wanted to answer the questions of our listeners! I recently put a poll up on my Instagram stories asking you all what you wanted to know about business, motherhood, balance, and everything in between! In today's episode, I'm answering a few of those questions about balancing client work, dealing with slow seasons, finding success in affiliate marketing, and how I manage part-time work weeks. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! HoneyBook is the client management software that I use to send contracts, get paid, and keep track of my clients, inquiries, and projects. You can get 50% off HoneyBook at the link below!
Find it quickly: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 96: How to Make Sure Your Content Makes You Money 💰 | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:16:18 | |
Have you ever felt like creating content in your business was a complete waste of time? Whether you're not seeing the payoff or you're simply discouraged in your content creation cycle, this episode will help ensure that your content makes you money! When your content strategy starts with income, you'll see the results you're looking for. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 1:10 - Creating Intentional Content More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Entrepreneurship]: 3 Simple Habits for Winning the Day, Everyday | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:12:07 | |
Does every day feel like a win to you? Everyone has rough days, but I've created three simple hacks for winning the day, every day. In this episode, I'm sharing how to create a more favorable life and business by making very small changes in your day to day!
Find it quickly: 0:08 - 3 Hacks for Winning the Day 1:36 - Create an End-of-Day Next Actions List 3:41 - Do Tasks that Tomorrow's Version of You Will Appreciate 6:03 - Celebrate Really Small Things 10:38 - Recap Links + Resources mentioned in this episode:
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| 95: How to Become a Podcast Guest that is Remembered and Asked to Come Back Again | 05 Feb 2024 | 00:15:36 | |
If you're thinking about being a guest on more podcasts this year, you're in the right place! In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can become a favorite podcast guest that is remembered and asked back! From creating a wonderful experience for the host, providing unique and valuable education to their listeners, and going above and beyond to stand out, it's time to get visible through podcast guesting this year! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 1:28 - Podcast Guesting More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 94: Instagram Called Me. Here’s What I Learned | 29 Jan 2024 | 00:23:51 | |
Have you ever wanted to jump on a call with the team from Meta & Instagram? I recently got that call and had the chance to ask all of the burning questions we're dying to have answered! From the importance of the blue check mark to understanding what features are meant for growth and which for engagement, they answered it all. Listen in to get all the details from a content strategist at Instagram! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:41 - Instagram Called Me More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Business Tools] The Software, Tools, and Apps I Use to Run My Business | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:29:15 | |
Have you streamlined your business with the right tools, softwares, and apps? As a business owner, there are so many things to consider, so when it comes to optimizing the behind the scenes of your business! In today’s episode, I'm sharing the tools I use in my business, what I use them for, why I use them, and the cost for each. I always enjoy episodes like these when other creatives do them, and just really like knowing what other creatives use to run the day-to-day operations in their businesses. (This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was May 2, 2022) If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 3:18 - About My Business & Tools 4:33 - Communication Tools 10:24 - Website Tools 12:43 - Teach Tools 24:23 - Personal Tools 26:02 - MileIQ 27:02 - Focus & Snapseed
More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Business Coaching] How Perfectionism is Holding You Back from Success and What To Do About It | 15 Jan 2024 | 00:19:08 | |
Is perfectionism holding you back? Maybe you haven't even realized that you're a perfectionist. In today's episode, I'm sharing a few tell-tale signs of a perfectionist, how to distinguish standards vs. perfectionism, and four affirmations to help you overcome perfectionism. Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook, my favorite client management software, where I send contracts, get paid, and keep track of client inquiries and projects! HoneyBook allows me to send questionnaires, invoices, see easy to understand a detailed financial reports, set up meetings and appointments through their built in scheduler tool, and so much more! Try Honeybook for free and get 35% off your first year. (This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was January 9, 2023) If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:26 - Perfectionism as a Business Owner 4:28 - Tell-Tale Signs of Perfectionism 11:32 - Perfectionism Holds Us Back 12:46 - Standards vs. Perfectionism 15:32 - Affirmations More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 93: Diversify Your Revenue Streams: 3 Steps You Can Take This Month | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:14:55 | |
Being a business owner requires you to be flexible and sometimes that means changing your methods in order to continue to grow and stay relevant. Having more than one way to generate revenue can be a game changer in your business. In today's episode, I'm sharing how diversifying my revenue allowed me to build an entirely new business and opened doors I used to only dream about. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Today’s episode is brought to you by Kajabi! I use Kajabi to house my freebies, my email list, my coaching pages, and client replay calls. Kajabi also offers podcast hosting, communities, and memberships. This all-in-one tools helps streamline my admin and marketing efforts! You can try Kajabi for free today with the link below! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:28 - Building Brand Authority Mentioned in this Episode:
More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 92: Stay Consistent at Content Creation With These Simplification Tips | 01 Jan 2024 | 00:45:04 | |
Content marketing is one of the top mediums that small businesses can utilize in order to grow their brand. In today's episode, I'm chatting with my dear friend Jordan Jones about simplifying your content creation process and making it a consistent piece of your marketing strategy this year. If you've needed help and guidance around your content creation process, this episode is for you! This conversation originally took place on my friend Jordan Jones's podcast and I can’t wait for you to hear this episode.
Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 4:54 - Content Creation & Brand Authority Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Jordan: Website: jordanjones.co Instagram: instagram.com/jordanjones.co Podcast: jordanjones.co/podcast More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Sustainable Business] My Husband Interviews Me On My 10 Year Business Journey | 25 Dec 2023 | 00:27:33 | |
It's been a full year of podcasting here on Called to Both! To celebrate, my husband Felipe, is joining me for a conversation about our journey, my business, and what it looks like to be called to both. Listen in as he asks me some of your questions (and his own), but then answers some of my own questions about being married to an entrepreneur! (This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was March 13, 2023) If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: :52 - Meet Felipe 1:25 - Felipe's Involvement in Joy Michelle Co 3:42 - Felipe's Support in My Business 6:09 - Advice for Spouses on a Similar Journey 7:24 - Top Moments as a Mom and Business Owner 10:30 - Advice to Pregnant Joy 12:11 - Owning a Business with One Kid vs. Two 16:28 - The Transition into Entrepreneurship in a Relationship 19:12 - What it's like to be married to a dreaming entrepreneur? 21:34 - Does he wish I would go get a job? More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 174: 3 Problems I Coached My Clients On This Week (What Really Happens Inside My Coaching Calls) | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:17:40 | |
I’m pulling back the curtain on real coaching conversations—and what I found might surprise you. This week, I did something I’ve never done before: I’m walking you through three real client case studies from inside my coaching sessions. These are experienced photographers—talented, established, and doing so many things right—but still hitting frustrating plateaus. What’s fascinating? The problems they thought they had weren’t the real problems at all. In this episode, I break down how we identified the true blind spots in their businesses and the strategic shifts that led to immediate breakthroughs. In this episode:
Find It Quickly: 02:48 - Case Study #1: A wedding photographer stuck in a booking plateau 08:50 - Case Study #2: “Is my freebie too good to give away for free?” 13:04 - Case Study #3: Raising prices without just saying “luxury” Mentioned in this Episode More ways to connect: If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 91: Highs & Lows of 2023 and The Lessons I’m Taking Into 2024 | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:27:26 | |
So much can happen in just one year—this year felt like so much changed. In today's episode, I'm sharing the highs and lows of 2023, along with the lessons I'll be taking into 2024. From mindset shifts to challenges faced, I'm sharing it all. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:39 - Challenges & Lessons Learned in 2023 13:20 - Highlights of 2023 17:30 - Thoughts & Takeaways Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 72: Sabbatical Recap: Reflections from Taking a Month Off from My Business
Episode 16: How to Live a Simple Yet Rich Life with Kayla Brint
Episode 49: Investing in In-Person Education: Elevate 2023 Recap
More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Work Life Balance] How to Get More Done as a Working Mom | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:37:44 | |
One of the biggest shifts that has happened in my business since becoming a mom has been the fact that I cut my work hours in half (probably more than half. In this episode (that originally aired on the Business Babes Collective Podcast), I'm walking you through my journey of entrepreneurship, the transition into education, becoming a mom, and how I'm productive as a mom who is Called to Both. This conversation originally aired on The Business Babes Collective with Danielle Wiebe. Danielle was kind enough to let me re-air this episode here on the Called to Both Podcast! Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook, my favorite client management software, where I send contracts, get paid, and keep track of client inquiries and projects! HoneyBook allows me to send questionnaires, invoices, see easy to understand a detailed financial reports, set up meetings and appointments through their built in scheduler tool, and so much more! Try Honeybook for free and get 35% off your first year. (This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was April 10, 2023) If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 3:38 - My Start to Entrepreneurship 10:07 - The Transition of Being Called to Both 21:09 - Productivity in Half the Hours Mentioned in this Episode: The Business Babes Collective with Danielle Wiebe https://learn.joymichellephotography.com/biz-planning-guide https://learn.joymichellephotography.com/power-hour-checklist More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 90: Someone Tried to Steal My Brand | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:14:10 | |
Earlier this year, I got a message that someone was using my trademarked brand name as their own. I was devastated. I've worked so hard to establish Photoboss® as a brand and community and to see someone else using it really hurt. In today's episode, I'm sharing how I navigated it from a legal standpoint and the lessons I learned from it that I also took into my other brands. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:19 - Trademark Infringement & Protection 4:12 - Trademark Ownership 6:25 - Lesson 1 9:11 - Lesson 2 9:43 - Lesson 3 11:06 - Lesson 4 More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 89: I’M MOVING!! A Personal Life Update | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:23:24 | |
I'm thrilled to announce something that's been on my heart for years and is finally coming to fruition—I'm moving! My family and I are packing up at the end of the year to move south to Florida and in today's episode, I'm sharing all of the details! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:53 - Where We're Moving: Tampa 7:55 - When We're Moving: December 12:41 - Packing, Deculttering, and Moving 17:51 - Business Updates More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 88: An Inside Look at My Year-End Planning & Goal Setting Process As a Business Coach & Creative Business Owner | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:27:35 | |
How do you end a year with intention? There is so much value in reflecting on what the last year brought you through a year end review. To help guide you through this process, in today's conversation with my friend Laylee, I'm walking you through my exact year-end planning and goal setting process in what I like to call a CEO weekend.
This conversation originally took place on my friend Laylee Emadi's podcast and I can’t wait for you to hear this episode. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 1:15 - CEO Weekend 3:11 - Planning & Setting Goals 9:05 - Reviewing Data & Goals 17:43 - Goals, Planning, and Productivity 25:15 - Unpopular Opinion Mentioned in this Episode:
If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 87: How I Use Notion to Organize My Business, Content Creation Process, & Team | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:25:08 | |
Over the last few years, I've created some really powerful systems to stay organized in my business inside of Notion. Notion is the project management tool and database that houses every single detail, plan, and task for my brand and team! In today's episode, I've giving you a peak inside what I use it for, how it's organized, and why I chose it over other tools! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Riverside is what we use to record our interviews for this show. Visit Riverside.fm and use code JOY for 15% off. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:20 - Using Notion for Project Management & Business Organization 7:16 - Getting Organized in Notion 12:02 - Using Notion for Personal Use 14:33 - Notion for Teams 19:48 - Features of Notion Mentioned in this Episode: Getting Things Done by David Allen More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 50% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 86: 5 Ways You Are Losing Authority Online Right Now (Are You Making These Mistakes?) | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:13:39 | |
If you are ready to start attracting dream clients who see your trustworthiness and credibility, it might be time to look at how you're presenting yourself online. Say goodbye to haggling over your pricing, long lead times for bookings, and bad clients. In today's episode, I'm sharing 5 ways you are losing authority online and how to fix it. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Now if building authority is something that you want to dive even deeper into, trust me I've got you! I have a whole series of episodes on this and I a free guide for you to take a step closer to this today. You can download the Brand Authority Blueprint for free! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 1:29 - The Importance of Brand Authority 3:29 - Using an Unprofessional Email address 4:31 - Enhance Your Email Signature 6:35 - Linking Away from Yourself 7:36 - Your Old Instagram Highlights 9:54 - Website Footer Mentioned in this Episode: Brand Authority Series: Episode 36, Episode 37, Episode 38, Episode 39
More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 85: Are you Building Momentum or are you Hustling? | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:40:36 | |
How do you know if you're building true momentum in your business? Are you simply stuck in a cycle of hustle? In today's episode, Laura Esmond joins us to share her own journey and experience in realizing that hustling without focused intention is not productive. Listen in as she shares how she built a business that works on her behalf—giving her the freedom that she needs as a mother. If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! If you're not sure how to pitch or what to say, check out my PitchPower email template pack, where you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:11 - Building Momentum 11:24 - Setting Intentions 22:27 - 3 Steps for Building Momentum in Your Creative Business 22:42 - 1. Get quiet and allow yourself time to visualize what you want. 23:08 - Five Questions to Ask Yourself 28:59 - 2. Get action-oriented. 30:38 - 3. Have an end in sight. 34:44 - Rapid-Fire Questions Connect with Laura:
instagram.com/reeseandcoportraits
More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Business Coaching] 4 Ways to Align Your Time & Energy with Your Ambitions | 23 Oct 2023 | 00:15:43 | |
One of the biggest complaints I hear from busy entrepreneurs is that they don't have energy or creativity when they sit down to work or that it comes in the most inconvenient times. I like to refer to this as the energy/ambition mismatch, when your ambitions don't match the time and energy you have. In today's episode, I'm sharing four ways I combat the energy/ambition mismatch to allow me to focus on the work at hand and have really productive days. Called to Both is brought to you by Joy Michelle, mom of two and multi-passionate entrepreneur who's on a mission to help others find balance between the worlds of motherhood and business. Called to Both is the podcast for women who have big business ambitions and also want to be intentional and present moms. At Called to Both, we truly don't believe you have to choose between these two worlds tugging at your heart You can be Called to Both. (This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was March 28, 2022) If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Mentioned in Today's Episode: At Your Best by Carey Neiuwhof Find it quickly: 1:35 - The Energy/Ambition Mismatch 3:45 - 1. Set an Intention Ahead of Time 5:55 - 2. Utilize a Project Management Tool 7:44 - 3. Have a Startup Routine and End of Day Routine 11:25 - 4. Pay Attention to Your Personal Energy Levels Throughout a Given Day or Week More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| [Best of Balancing Motherhood and Business] 3 Essential Mindset Shifts for Those Who are Called to Both | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:18:23 | |
If you're juggling the pressures and the tugging that come with trying to run a business and raise a family, I know exactly how you feel. When I had children, I quickly realized that my business wouldn't run the same as before, but I also had to implement a few mindset shifts to better thrive. In today's episode, I'm sharing three essential mindset shifts for those who are called to both parenthood and entrepreneurship. Called to Both is brought to you by Joy Michelle, mom of two and multi-passionate entrepreneur who's on a mission to help others find balance between the worlds of motherhood and business. Called to Both is the podcast for women who have big business ambitions and also want to be intentional and present moms. At Called to Both, we truly don't believe you have to choose between these two worlds tugging at your heart You can be Called to Both. (This episode is a re-run. Original airdate was March 10, 2022) If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 0:48 - Being An Ambitious Achiever 2:01 - My Journey to Being Called to Both 2:38 - 3 Essential Mindset Shifts for Those Who are Called To Both 3:16 - 1. Embrace being on your own timeline / Patience with your growth 5:25 - 2. You are the golden goose. 13:50 - 3. Turn down the volume on the “Should’s” and instead focus on the “Could’s”. Mentioned in this Episode: More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| How Photographers Can Create Passive Income Through Their Content with Affiliate Marketing | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:27:45 | |
Ever wondered if there’s a way to make money in your photography business without taking on more clients or working more hours? In this episode, I’m diving into one of my favorite revenue streams—affiliate marketing. I'm breaking down exactly how photographers can start earning commission by recommending tools and products they already use. Affiliate marketing has brought over $100,000 into my business, and the best part is that it’s never been my main focus. It’s simply a strategic layer on top of the content and trust I’m already building with my audience. If you’ve ever thought affiliate marketing was only for big influencers or that you need a massive audience to make it work, this episode will change your perspective. This episode originally aired on February 24, 2025 as episode 133. Today’s episode is brought to you by Affiliate Boss: You’re already recommending tools you love, so why not get paid for it? Find It Quickly: 00:37 – The Cost of Perfectionism 03:36 – Identifying the Root Causes 06:24 – Strategies to Overcome Perfectionism 11:28 – Affiliate Marketing for Creatives 12:32 – Batch Creating Content 15:00 – Setting Deadlines and Time Constraints 17:02 – Podcast Recommendations and Wrap-Up Mentioned in this Episode: Everyday Magic by Mattie James More ways to connect: If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 84: Reframe your Mindset, Finish 2023 Strong | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:12:14 | |
As we round out the end of the year, many of us are finishing up projects, exploring ways to meet our goals, and planning for the new year. This is the perfect time to check your mindset, reframe it, and finish 2023 strong! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Is it time for you to add a visible marketing strategy in your business? Inside of my three-month coaching accelerator, we work together to build a custom strategy for your business that gets you visibility and sales. Apply to work with me inside this Visibility Coaching Container. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:12 - Unlink Time from Success 6:05 - Decide On the Story You're Going to Tell Yourself 9:23 - Revisit Your Daily Routines to Support Your Mindset Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 59: How to Create a Start-of-Day Work Routine
Episode 60: How to Create an End-of-Day Work Routine More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 83: Get Visible Fast By Borrowing Audiences: A Step By Step Guide | 02 Oct 2023 | 00:16:40 | |
If you're looking to add more visibility to your business, one of the fastest ways to do this is by borrowing audiences. When you get yourself in front of other people's audiences, you're able strategically share your knowledge, your offerings, and meet them where they're at. In today's episode, I'm walking you through four steps to borrowing audiences! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:05 - Get Visible Fast By Borrowing Audiences 2:30 - Three Examples of Borrowing Audiences 5:03 - Four Steps to Get Visible Fast By Borrowing Audiences 05:15 - Step 1. Decide who you want to get in front of and why. 7:05 - Step 2. Identify where your audience is already hanging out. 9:27 - Step 3. Choose your speaking topics or the value you want to add. 12:40 - Step 4. Pitch yourself with a specific ask. Mentioned in this Episode: PitchPower email template pack Episode 37: Your Brand Messaging | Brand Authority Series More ways to connect: Read the full show notes from today’s episode HERE. Let’s keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||
| 82: 3 Ways to Scale Your Business Without Increasing Your Work Hours | 25 Sep 2023 | 00:16:53 | |
When reviewing the successful businesses that I look up to, I've notice three primary themes they have in common that have helped guide their success. In today's episode, I'm helping you unlock the business growth you've been looking for to find that same success! If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Today’s episode is brought to you by my PitchPower email template pack, you’ll find 10 email pitches to get you the visibility and collaborations you want in your biz. This email template pack includes emails for reaching out cold and a template for turning free product or affiliate collaboration offers into paid deals. In This Episode You'll:
Find it quickly: 2:31 - Build Automations in Your Business 8:03 - Buy Back Your Time 12:16 - Create Evergreen, Long-form Content Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 47: Ready to Hire a VA in Your Business? Here’s Where to Start! Episode 3: How a Youtube Channel Could Fit into Your Business Episode 11: 3 Tips for Creating Video in Your Business as a Busy Entrepreneur Episode 21: Get More Visibility On Your Content With This 1 Shift Episode 51: Ways to Create More Time and Space in Your Days If you’re enjoying the content we’re creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! | |||