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Business-First Creatives

Colie James
Marketing
SEO
Entrepreneurship
Content Creation
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Blogging
Photography
Time Management
Affiliate Marketing
Email Marketing
Small Business
AI In Marketing
Copywriting
Data Tracking
Productivity Coaching
Money Management
Honeybook
Marketing Strategies
Social Media Management
Advertising

Every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit. Here you'll find a no-BS approach to what it takes to put the business first, prioritizing the systems and strategies that will actually move the needle and ensure your creative business is profitable rather than an expensive side-hustle. Your host is Colie James, a Disney-loving family photographer, and f... more

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So many photographers swear their workflow is “the exception” — too many what-ifs, too many touchpoints, too many edge cases to fit inside any kind of universal framework. But here’s the truth: every single client journey still moves through the same... more

Have you been wondering what's the best way to set up your CRM? Today’s session is going to be a mix of a case study and answers to some specific questions I’ve been getting lately about Systems in Session. I thought Megan Norman would be the perfect... more

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Megan Norman
Long-term client of Colie James, experienced in utilizing Dubsado for her photography business.
Photography business
Episode: What's the Best Way To Set Up Your CRM? CRM Blueprint vs. Systems in Session with Megan Norman
Erin Vestal
A former student in the CRM Blueprint course who has successfully transitioned her photography business by implementing effective systems.
Episode: Shifting Your Systems as You Pivot in Your Business with Erin Vestal
Dawn Richardson
Email marketing expert and representative from Flodesk
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Episode: How You Can Maximize Your Email List for Black Friday ft. Flodesk with Dawn Richardson
Emylee Williams
Expert in productizing services for service providers
Sold Out Services
Episode: How Booked-Out Service Providers Scale with Productization with Emylee Williams
Breanna Owen
A specialist in human design and business strategy
Episode: Using Human Design to Transform Your Business Strategy with Breanna Owen
Kelly Bullock
A family photographer and certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) who emphasizes on providing a luxury client experience.
Episode: Systems in Session: How We Built a Luxury Client Experience Inside HoneyBook with Kelly Bullock
Roxanne Engstrom
Creative professional and recent graduate of Systems In Session
Hawa Images
Episode: Scaling with Less Overwhelm and More Value (Systems in Session Case Study) with Roxanne Engstrom
Maddie Peschong
Expert in brand photography and marketing
Maddie Peschong
Episode: How to Break the Vicious Visibility Cycle in Your Creative Business with Maddie Peschong
Erin Belles
Episode: Systems in Session: Mastering Your Client Journey ft. Erin Belles

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Colie James
Host of the podcast, Colie James is a Disney-loving family photographer and filmmaker turned Workflow and Automations Guru. She specializes in helping creative service providers automate their business processes and enhance their client experience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Made for any service provider!

    I absolutely adore how actionable and transferable the strategies and advice are. I’ve been listening to Colie for a year as a non-photographer service provider and this podcast has truly served as a coach to help me redesign my business foundations. I applaud Colie for her choices of guests and topics, and for leading expert conversations that feel like sitting down with business besties. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geneviève Masioni
    France4 months ago
  • Actionable, smart advice for creatives trying to figure out their business game!

    As a systems nerd myself, I love how Colie channels her inner systems and automation genius to bring us all clear, actionable advice about how to improve our business’ flow and ease. Not to mention that she is obsessed with the client experience, so that all that systems work not only benefits the business owner, but ultimately helps us improve the experience our clients are getting as well. Thank you Colie for sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience so generously!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eschebesta
    United States5 months ago
  • Business Owners—Listen Up!

    Not only have I enjoyed being a guest on the Business-First Creatives Podcast, I love listening to the show! Colie James does such a wonderful job of bringing spunk, sass,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brittany Herzberg
    United Statesa year ago
  • Colie is a class act!!

    When starting a business, not only are you looking for ways to make it profitable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hayley372
    United Statesa year ago
  • VIBRANT EDUCATIONAL

    Thank you Colie for sharing the Do’s and Don’t about business strategies as if we’re learning from a sister or best friend! The guests are always impressive and share a ton about business strategies, saving time and increasing productivity. If you’re a busy business owner that’s looking for streamlined tools and workflows, but don’t have the time to google and YouTube everything, POP this podcast in your ear weekly to easily learn more on the go! Then take notes and take action! Highly recommend... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quianna Marie
    United Statesa year ago

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The podcast is seen as relatable and enjoyable, with a friendly tone that makes business discussions feel more casual and less intimidating.
Listeners appreciate the actionable advice and practical strategies provided, often noting that the information is easily applicable to their own businesses.
Many find great value in the guest insights shared, recognizing the blend of entertainment and education offered throughout the episodes.

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How to Break the Vicious Visibility Cycle in Your Creative Business with Maddie Peschong
Q: How often should people be marketing in a given week?
The bare minimum is typically about two or three hours a week dedicated to marketing activities.
Crafting a Distinct Brand Voice that Matches You with Samantha Pollack
Q: How do you work with someone if they have a lot of personality versus someone who isn't like an outwardly person?
The process remains the same, but it can be challenging to work with an established brand voice. Trust is crucial when transitioning from self-written copy to outsourced writing.
Transforming Networking into Genuine Connections for Business with Mikki Wilson
Q: What do you think about following up after connection calls?
Following up is crucial for maintaining relationships and ensuring opportunities don't fall through the cracks.
Transforming Networking into Genuine Connections for Business with Mikki Wilson
Q: How does this translate to an online networking event?
Mikki offers strategies to engage during online networking events, emphasizing the importance of being present and utilizing chat mechanisms.
Creating Blog Posts for Your Client Experience with Jessie Andrew of Inkpot Creative
Q: How often should I blog in order to satisfy SEO needs?
Aim for two blog posts a month to maintain consistent engagement and improve your website's search engine ranking over time.

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This podcast provides actionable insights and strategies designed to help creative professionals transform their practices into successful and profit-generating businesses. With an emphasis on systems and automation, the host engages in candid conversations with various experts to explore topics such as client experience, workflow optimization, and business scaling, ensuring listeners gain the tools necessary to streamline their operations without sacrificing the joy of their craft. Notable for its practical approach, the podcast also highlights success stories of guests who have implemented these strategies, reinforcing a community-centric ethos among service providers eager to identify and tackle the unique challenges they face in their f... more

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Recent guests on Business-First Creatives include:

1. Megan Norman
2. Erin Vestal
3. Dawn Richardson
4. Emylee Williams
5. Breanna Owen
6. Kelly Bullock
7. Roxanne Engstrom
8. Maddie Peschong

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