Capture The Chaos: Time Management Solutions for Busy Moms & Business Owners

109. The Art of Styling Your Family Photography Clients with Whitney Ford

It's important to acknowledge that the outfits our photography clients wear can significantly impact a photo shoot. The clothes they wear and the colors of those clothes should ideally complement your style as a photographer, your location, and your editing style. Whitney Irene Ford assists photographers and their clients by providing styling services to ensure the best outcomes. Offering styling services to your clients and their families is essential for creating beautiful photographs that will help you stand out online.
Here’s where we dive in:
Start with the mom and work from there 
Consideration for kids with texture issues
Ask your clients where they shop
Whitney Ford is the Stylist behind Styled By W.I. - specializing in family photography styling, in addition to styling couples, newborn sessions and seniors. Mama of 3 little ones, who met her husband on a blind date and they reside in Mesa, Arizona. A California native who grew up in the photography industry since (before) birth, her parents were international models turned photographer & make-up artist, so it’s safe to say Whitney is no stranger to the photography world. 
Prior to styling families Whitney worked in the digital marketing space as a social media and brand manager for business across the country, from small cafés to Fortune 500 companies. Her first job out of college was what she would say a “dream job” working in the Brand Management department for a shoe designer in Los Angeles, which laid a lot of the groundwork for understanding the fashion world. 
Her passion for styling is rooted in the desire for people to prioritize having these special seasons of life documented, and loving the outcome, which starts with loving what you’re wearing. 
How to work with Whitney:
Styled by WI
Whitney on Instagram
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108. 5 Time Management Tips For Work-Life Balance

Happy summer! I hope you've been enjoying our amazing summer series of podcast appearances and replays. I've been taking a much-needed break, and I hope you've also had a chance to relax this summer. Today, I'd like to discuss the balance we're always seeking between motherhood and business, and how we can achieve that balance using the Capture the Chaos Planner. You can find the planner here >> https://capturethechaos.com/
How to create order amidst the overwhelm:
Prioritize your tasks to the most important 3 per day.
Time blocking for efficiency to preserve your mental clarity. 
Goal setting. How to use short term goals to support your big goals.
Prioritize self care
Delegate to your family.
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107. Achieve More by Working Less

Do you ever feel like you’re working around the clock but still can’t seem to get anything finished? There’s a common misconception that the more we work, the more productive and successful we’re going to be. But that’s simply not true!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing an interview I gave on The Art and Soul Show with Lisa DiGeso. She asks me about my strategies for overcoming distractions, prioritizing tasks, and setting healthy boundaries. If you want to learn how to hone your focus and finally move your business forward without burnout, then this is the episode for you!
Topics we cover:
How to embrace systems when you struggle with organization
Time blocking a 15-hour workweek and overcoming distractions
Conquering overwhelm, decision fatigue, and how to prioritize tasks
The importance of setting and maintaining boundaries to avoid burnout
The ways self-care can look different for everyone
Strategies for being more financially mindful
Tools and resources for working efficiently
Streamlining work with AI culling software
Tune in to this episode to learn how you can achieve more by working less.
 
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106. Overcoming Mom Guilt as a Small Business Owner

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As a mom and an entrepreneur, you'll often feel stretched to the limit. This feeling becomes especially apparent when trying to ensure you still have quality time with your kids. It's exciting to pursue something that ignites our passion, but how can we manage the guilt that comes from shifting priorities so significantly?
In today's episode, we're joined by the amazing Sabrina Gebhardt to discuss all things related to mom guilt and the challenges of running a business while raising kids.
Key points in this episode include:
The benefits of childcare for both you and your child
Ensuring to spend meaningful time with your kids, especially as they grow older
Recognizing that much of our guilt is self-imposed
Embracing the fact that as women and moms, we are allowed to have multiple passions
Connect with Sabrina:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotography/
Website: https://sabrinagebhardt.com/
 
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105. Using Routines to Create Work Life Balance

In this episode, I shared my interview on the Book More Clients Podcast with Brooke Jefferson. We discussed the importance of routines and time management for photographers and creative business owners, and how implementing routines and time blocking can help reduce overwhelm and increase productivity.
I talked about my journey from being disorganized and overwhelmed to running multiple businesses and feeling less stressed. I also discussed my photography planner, which I designed to help photographers and creative business owners plan and manage their time effectively.
Topics covered:
Implementing routines and time blocking to reduce overwhelm and increase productivity.
The importance of routines and time management for balancing work and personal life.
The planner is specifically designed for photographers and creative business owners to help them plan and manage their time effectively.
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104. Time Management Made Easy: How Automation Can Help

In this episode, I'm excited to share my recent podcast appearance on The Creative Business Plan with Charley Van Amburg. During the episode, I discuss what my business looks like on a weekly basis and share tips on how to streamline tasks through automation. We also delve into topics such as my approach to outsourcing, the benefits of batching work, and conducting a time audit.
The Creative Business Plan
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103. Efficient Marketing Strategies for Busy Photographers

Struggling to reach the right clients can be overwhelming and exhausting. You might be tirelessly posting on social media every day without seeing the results you want. Simply posting on Instagram and considering it marketing won't get you far or fast enough, and it can leave you feeling frustrated and burnt out. In this episode, we will discuss which marketing methods provide the best return on your investment of time and money. We'll examine the effectiveness of word of mouth, referrals, websites, SEO, blogging, Pinterest, email marketing, and social media.
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102. Balancing Family Life and Running a Successful Photography Business

This episode is from a guest podcast appearance I had on Girl Means Business with Kendra Swalls. During our conversation, we delved into various strategies and tips for balancing the demands of running a photography business with family responsibilities. Our discussion was focused on helping photographers manage their time effectively and build a thriving business while devoting less than 15 hours per week to work.
We dive into so many practical strategies you can make your own for productivity, time management and parenting including batching, my famous time audit, and fun family routines.
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101. Raising Your Photography Prices: Best Practices and Strategies

I understand the challenges you face as a photographer. Are you ready to increase your profitability and reduce your workload? You might be wondering how to achieve this desired outcome. But don't worry, I have the solution that will help you achieve higher earnings and a more manageable schedule.
Highlights in this episode:
Explore successful pricing strategies adopted by leading photographers.
Recognize the signs that indicate it's time to raise your photography prices.
Get insights on how to utilize add-ons and upselling strategies for increased revenue.
Get to grips with techniques to communicate the true value of your work persuasively.
Learn about implementing gradual price increase measures to fend off work stress.
Discovering Pricing Strategies
It is crucial to understand the intricacies of pricing strategies in photography in order to achieve profitability and sustainability. This involves calculating costs and potential income to help set fair yet profitable prices. Consistency, value addition, and maintaining a specific portfolio-building phase are also integral parts of this pricing strategy, all of which work together to create a successful photography business.
When Should You Raise Your Prices?
Knowing when to raise your prices is a critical aspect of managing a photography business. This usually happens when you notice regular bookings, improvements in your work, and positive client experiences. Careful timing and gradual increase in prices can promote sustainability and prevent work burnout, creating a healthy workload and income balance.
Increasing Revenue Without Added Work
Integrating valuable add-ons and offering upsells can contribute significantly to your revenue without necessarily raising session prices. This strategy enhances the average session income while providing clients with more tailored options. By offering gallery upgrades, prints, albums, or limiting images per session and charging for extra, photographers can add more value to their services and, in turn, increase profitability.
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100. Attracting Gracious Photography Clients with Jenny Brower

You know it, and I know it: This job is a literal dream come true when we work with amazing clients. I love my clients, and so does my guest Jenny Brower. In this episode, we're talking about how we get such great clients and how we set up good systems and boundaries so that we can continue to love working together!
Listen in to hear us chat all about:
How to run a photography business as a mom of young kids.
How to attract the most gracious and kind clients. 
Boundaries and systems that help attract the right clients
How we try to not take ourselves too seriously.
Delivering beautiful photos and not feeling the need to reinvent the wheel artistically every shoot.
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