Tried & True With A Dash of Woo

Have feedback? Text us! Senior Photographers: Join me for the SPRING SENIOR SPRINT staring in March - get all the deets HERE. Watch this episode on YouTube Read the BLOG Show Notes: If you’ve ever felt weird about selling… if you’ve wondered why launches feel harder than they used to… or if you’ve noticed that people are taking longer to buy… This episode is going to hit. Today I’m talking with Samantha Burmeister of Nomad Copy Agency about what’s actually converting right now and why so much traditional marketing advice quietly erodes trust. We dive into: If you’re a creative entrepreneur who wants sales that feel ethical, human, and effective, this one is required listening. Watch Sam's FREE Sales Page Refresh Masterclass Connect with Sam on Instagram Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Photographers, get The Creative Team Method for 40% off but only until 2/22! Click HERE to grab it! SHOW NOTES: What if the reason social media feels exhausting isn’t because you’re doing it wrong… but because it was never meant to be your main growth strategy? In this episode, Renee sits down with strategist and founder of the Anti-Social School, Holly Haynes, to unpack what it actually looks like to grow a creative business without being glued to your phone or posting your life away. They talk about why hustle-based visibility burns people out, how long-form content and real human connection still win, and what happens when you stop chasing quick dopamine hits and start building something sustainable. This is a grounded, honest conversation about strategy, Human Design, identity shifts, SEO, AI, and why slowing down is often the fastest way forward. If you’re tired of forcing yourself into marketing strategies that don’t fit your energy, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Get Holly's Free "Ditch the Social Drama" Workshop for female entrepreneurs HERE Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Make your future self Unavoidable HERE Show Notes: High-functioning burnout doesn’t look like falling apart. It looks like holding it all together while quietly unraveling inside. In this episode, Renee sits down with therapist and nervous system–first mentor Ashley McDonald for a deep, honest conversation about the kind of burnout that hides behind ambition, perfectionism, and success. The kind where you’re still performing, still producing, still showing up, but your body and nervous system are waving red flags you can’t ignore anymore. They talk about how trauma and conditioning shape the way women build businesses, why pushing harder is often a survival response, and how values drift without us realizing it. This conversation is reflective, uncomfortable in the best way, and incredibly grounding for anyone who feels like they’re “fine” but knows something is off. Ashley also shares details about her upcoming retreat in Tulum, a five-day immersive experience designed to help high-achieving women step out of survival mode, reconnect with their values, and integrate real change that actually sticks. Mentioned: Ash's site and podcast Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! If you need some regulation in these wild times, click HERE to get Calibrate for free for a limited time. SHOWNOTES: Senior photography has never been static, but the shifts happening right now are catching a lot of photographers off guard. In this episode, Renee sits down with longtime senior photographer and educator Dan Frievalt to talk honestly about what’s no longer working, why marketing feels harder than it used to, and where many photographers are getting stuck without realizing it. They unpack how youth-led trends actually shape the senior market, why Instagram and TikTok have quietly changed the rules, and how relying on outdated marketing advice can stall momentum going into 2026. You’ll also hear a candid conversation about focus, burnout, mindset, and why trying to do everything often weakens your business instead of strengthening it. If you’re a senior photographer who feels like the industry is shifting faster than you can keep up, this episode will help you reconnect to what actually matters, where to focus next, and how to stay relevant without losing your identity. This episode also ties directly into the upcoming Peak Senior Summit and the Power Pack upgrade, where Renee teaches Future Proof Your Marketing: How to Attract Gen Alpha Without Being Cringe. CLICK HERE to join us for free! And - today is also the last day to grab the Seniorologie Bundle too - it's over 2k of education for only $97 - get it HERE. Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Grab the SENIOROLOGIE BUNDLE here! You can build a business that looks successful on paper and still feel strangely disconnected from it. In this episode, Renee sits down with Caryn Gillen to name something most entrepreneurs feel but rarely talk about: identity debt. That quiet accumulation that happens when your business keeps running on an old version of you… even though you’ve changed. This conversation goes beyond surface-level mindset talk. Renee and Caryn explore why success can start to feel heavy, why strategy stops working when identity is misaligned, and how leadership becomes harder when your nervous system is stuck in survival mode. They talk about the cost of building from “shoulds,” the difference between comfort and alignment, and why freedom has to be designed into a business, not earned later. If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t want to quit, but I also can’t keep doing it like this,” this episode will meet you right there. It’s honest, grounded, and full of perspective-shifting insights about identity, leadership, and staying in business for the long haul without abandoning yourself. Listen in if you’re ready to understand what’s actually underneath your burnout, restlessness, or desire to reinvent, and why clarity doesn’t come from pushing harder, but from getting more honest. CONNECT WITH CARYN: Grab her freebieInstagramWant to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Grab your free ticket to the Peak Senior Summit and join us Feb 3-5 HERE Visibility doesn’t start on a stage - it starts with identity, and that's what we dig deep into on today's episode of Tried & True With a Dash of Woo. In this episode, Renee sits down with Laurie-Ann Murabito, professional speaker, leadership coach, and host of the top-ranked Be In Demand podcast, to talk about what it really takes to be seen and heard in your business. From going years without making eye contact to commanding rooms, Laurie-Ann shares how small identity shifts, intentional energy, and learning to speak from service completely changed her life and career. This is not an episode about becoming louder or "bigger" - it's about becoming more intentional with your voice - and owning it a deep level. If visibility feels triggering, overwhelming, or like something you keep putting off, this conversation might change how you see your voice entirely. CONNECT with Laurie-Ann: https://speakandstandout.com/ https://podcast.speakandstandout.com/ and her limited podcast series "PUBLIC SPEAKING MONETIZATION TIPS": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/public-speaking-monetization-tips-sales-marketing-storytelling/id1848491471 Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Grab the Unavoidable workshop for $100 off until January 31 In this episode of Tried & True with a Dash of Woo, Renee breaks down the moment where logic meets magic, and why what we often dismiss as “woo” is actually neuroscience in disguise. If you’ve ever felt skeptical of manifestation, vision boards, or energy work, or you’ve tried them and wondered why nothing seems to stick, this conversation brings clarity without bypassing reality. Renee explains how the subconscious mind, nervous system, and body work together to create lasting change, and why mindset alone is never enough if your system still feels unsafe. You’ll hear why intuition, visualization, and symbolic practices speak directly to the subconscious, how the nervous system always chooses familiar over ideal, and why so many people unconsciously sabotage the very things they say they want. This episode walks you through how energy is not just a metaphor but a measurable biological process, how emotional frequency and regulation shape what you’re able to receive, and why integration matters more than positive thinking. Renee also offers a simple four-part framework to turn the “woo” into a grounded, repeatable practice you can actually use in your daily life. If you’re tired of forcing growth, overthinking your next move, or feeling like your body isn’t on board with your goals, this episode will help you understand why, and what to do instead. Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! New Year’s Eve often comes with pressure to plan, optimize, and decide who you’re going to be next. But before you set goals, choose a word, or map out another strategy, there’s something more important to do. Tell the truth about the year you just lived. In this New Year’s Eve solo episode, Renee invites you to slow down and reflect honestly on what actually worked, what quietly cost you too much, and what your body and nervous system are no longer available for carrying into the next year. This conversation isn’t about motivation or hustle. It’s about self-honesty, integrity, and building your next chapter from a place that feels grounded and sustainable. Renee breaks down why so many goals fail by February, how planning from denial keeps you stuck in the same patterns year after year, and why clarity doesn’t come from doing more but from listening more closely to yourself. She also shares a simple year-end reflection you can do in under 15 minutes to help you close this year with intention instead of pressure. Before you plan anything for the year ahead, take a moment to ask yourself these three questions: • What worked this year, but took more from me than I want to give again? • Where did I override my own boundaries just to keep things moving? • What am I secretly hoping I don’t have to do again next year? This episode is for creative entrepreneurs and high-achieving women who are done repeating the same cycles and ready to build from truth instead of expectation. It’s an invitation to pause, reflect, and move into the new year with clarity that actually sticks. Listen in if you’re ready to close this year honestly and step into the next one with intention, self-trust, and a deeper sense of alignment. Grab the freebie she mentioned HERE Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Grab my free google doc "Mapping Your Next Era" + a 13 Wishes Ritual here: https://reneebowen.myflodesk.com/2026prompts Show Notes: The holidays have a way of turning the volume down on the noise and turning the truth way up. When the shoots slow down, the emails pause, and the usual distractions fall away, many successful women find themselves questioning everything. Their business. Their motivation. Their direction. Even themselves. And what makes it harder is that, on paper, things look fine. Maybe even really good. In this Christmas Eve solo episode, Renee speaks directly to the quiet discomfort so many creative entrepreneurs feel this time of year. Not burnout exactly, but a restlessness, a heaviness, or a sense that something no longer fits the way it used to. She explores why this season amplifies doubt, why stillness can feel unsettling for high-achieving women, and why questioning your path does not mean you are ungrateful, broken, or off track. This episode is an honest conversation about outgrowing old versions of yourself, the nervous system shifts that happen when momentum slows, and why your body often knows before your brain does that change is coming. Renee also shares a simple, grounded reflection practice you can use over the holidays to reconnect with what you actually need next, without forcing clarity or rushing into decisions. If you’ve been feeling unsettled, disconnected, or quietly questioning things you used to feel sure about, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and how to meet yourself with compassion instead of panic. Listen in if this season has you feeling reflective, restless, or ready for something more honest and aligned, even if you don’t yet have the words for it. Happy Holidays!! Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Last chance to apply for ELEVATE - click HERE to apply SHOW NOTES: In this eye opening conversation, technology journalist and author Jacob Ward joins me to talk about how AI is reshaping human behavior in ways most people never see coming. We explore why our brains are so vulnerable to AI’s design, how companies are creating emotional companions on purpose, and what it really means to outsource our thinking without noticing it. We also get into the future of creativity, the danger of frictionless living, and how to reclaim your agency in a world where even your attention is monetized. This episode will leave you thinking differently about your relationship with technology, your brain, and the choices you make every day. Connect with Jacob: https://www.tiktok.com/@byjacobwardhttps://theripcurrent.comThe Loop (book): https://amzn.to/48NfEagWant to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Are you a female photographer looking for an amazing community? Apply for Elevate before December 20th Show Notes: This week I’m joined by Dr. Sharon Niv, cognitive psychologist and co-founder of Joyous, for a conversation that completely reframes what we think we know about ketamine treatment. Instead of the intense, dissociative experiences most people imagine, Sharon walks us through a gentler psycholytic approach that keeps you fully aware, engaged, and able to participate in your healing. We talk about how low-dose ketamine quiets the narrative mind, creates a sense of emotional spaciousness, and opens the door for real neuroplastic change. Sharon breaks down the science behind it, the spiritual implications of working in this state, and why this method is becoming a lifeline for people navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and burnout. If you’ve ever been curious about the bridge between consciousness work, neuroscience, and practical mental health support, this episode will pull you in immediately. Find out more: Joyous.team Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Sign up for UNAVOIDABLE on Dec 10th here! Show Notes: If you’ve been wondering what senior photography in 2026 is really shaping up to look like - beyond the surface-level chatter and the Instagram guesses - this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air. I brought together five incredible senior photographers from across the country for a roundtable-style conversation to talk through what they’re actually seeing in their markets: the trends, the shifts, the struggles, and the changes that are coming faster than ever. We dig into Gen Alpha’s influence, what's losing steam, what today’s seniors and parents really value, how pricing and spending habits are shifting, and the very real challenges photographers are facing as the industry evolves. You’ll hear honest insight, relatable experiences, and different perspectives based on region, style, and business model, which is exactly why this episode is so valuable. Featuring five Elevate members who bring so much experience and wisdom to the table: Stacey DominiciKelly Hite Tracy Caffrey Linda SobolewskiWhether you’re brand new to senior photography or you’ve been doing this for years, this is the kind of conversation that helps you see the bigger picture ... what’s changing, what’s not, and how to stay relevant without burning yourself out. Grab your headphones, take notes, and come join the conversation! If you want to be a part of what we've got going on in ELEVATE - apply HERE, but hurry - applications close soon. Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! BF SALES are HERE - grab UNAVOIDABLE asap before the price increases THE SHOW: If you've been coasting on autopilot, feeling strangely numb in a business you built with your whole heart, or wondering why midlife suddenly feels like a full-blown identity crisis, this episode is your wake-up call. A lot of creatives hit their 40s and 50s only to realize comfort has quietly become a cage and the spark they used to trust has fizzled into burnout, resentment, or a “who even am I anymore” spiral. We’re talking uncomfortable truths, why your nervous system is fighting every change you say you want, and why no amount of strategy will move the needle if you’re operating from misalignment. If you’re nodding along because you know you’ve been keeping yourself safe instead of moving toward what’s actually calling you, you need to listen all the way through. And if you’re tired of repeating the same year on loop, if you’re craving clarity about who you’re becoming next, or if you’re ready to get out of your own way for real, the Unavoidable class is the work your future self has been begging you to do. I’ll also give you the quick rundown on my Black Friday deals, including Level Up, Creative Team Method, Senior Sunday, my pricing class, and Calibrate — but make no mistake, Unavoidable is the big one. If your comfort has become the cage, it’s time to get your spark back. Let’s go. Looking for 1:1 support in 2026? Grab a free call with me to chat: https://renee.io/bookacall Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! Looking for 1:1 support in 2026? Grab a free all with Renee HERE to chat about options. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: If midlife health and self trust have been on your mind, this episode will hit home. I sit down with Courtney Townley, host of Grace and Grit and author of The Consistency Code, to explore why so many women feel burned out, dysregulated and disconnected from themselves during this season of life. We talk about nervous system care, why consistency is really a form of self honoring, and how realignment can become your greatest superpower. If you have ever struggled with doing all the right things but still not feeling grounded, this conversation will give you a new way to think about health that actually fits your real life. Get Courtney's Book! You can also WIN an audible copy by doing these 3 things: Leave us a reviewSend us a screenshot that you did Post on your Insta story & tag meConnect with Courtney: Her SiteHer Instagram Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! RSVP to the Magic Mixers 11/13 and 11/14 HERE Book a LIMITED 90 MINUTE 1:1 COACHING (Nov & Dec) TODAY'S SHOW: Feeling stretched too thin? In this episode, we’re digging into how to delegate with leadership coach Nata Salvatori. We explore why control keeps so many creatives stuck, the emotional side of letting go, and the mindset shift that helps you scale your business without losing yourself in the process. If you're still trying to do it ALL and can't seem to get out of the busyness loop, this episode is going to hit home! CONNECT WITH NATA: Instagram Site Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! In this fiery solo episode, I’m breaking down why waiting for signs, perfect alignment, or endless clarity rituals is keeping you stuck — and why decisive action is the real activator that rewires your brain, shifts your energy, and moves you closer to the life and business you want. Inside, I share: If you’ve been journaling, visualizing, or manifesting without much to show for it — this episode will light a fire under you. Listen in, then grab the links I mentioned: COACHING TESTIMONIALSCLARITY METHOD EPISODEBOOK AN ALIGNMENT CALLSYNC AI SUMMIT FOR PHOTOGRAPHERSHER AI ERA SUMMITAI EASE & ALIGNMENT FREE BUNDLEStop manifesting. Start deciding. Because the version of you who has everything she wants already chose. Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! If you have ever wondered how to get unstuck from the emotional loops that keep you repeating the same patterns, this episode is for you. Licensed therapist and author Kati Morton joins me to explore why familiar behaviors feel safe even when they are harmful, how early conditioning shapes our choices, and what it really takes to step into change. Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! AI THINGS MENTIONED: Her Ai Summit (waitlist)Sync Ai Summit for PhotographersEase & Alignment AI BundleTWO SPOTS OPEN FOR 1:1 COACHING --> is it time to finally build the business of your dreams on a SOLID foundation? Book a free alignment call with me to chat! Let's get into today's show: Tired of feeling buried in admin tasks? In this episode I sit down with productivity and systems strategist Deb Mitzel to talk about the missing link most photographers skip: photography business systems. We dive into process mapping, client workflows, and what needs to happen before you even think about automation. If you’ve ever felt like your business is running you instead of the other way around, this conversation will change the way you see your systems. WATCH ON YOUTUBE CONNECT WITH DEB: Her site Freebie:CRM Starter KitHer Instagram Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! 🤩 Guess what? I'm speaking at RESET CONFERENCE April 13-15, 2026! And you can join me! Use the code RENEE to save $100 HERE: https://theresetconference.com/ 🤖 Pre-register for HER AI Summit HERE (coming soon) TODAY'S SHOW: 🎙️ My guest today Kate DeCoste proves that photographers can build successful high-end businesses in small towns by attracting clients from surrounding cities through strategic marketing and mindset work. We chat all about: • Creating a successful photography business in a small town by appealing to nearby larger cities • Leveraging Google Business and SEO as primary client acquisition tools—99% of clients find Kate through Google • Maintaining high-end pricing regardless of location—"your bills are the same amount" no matter where you live • Developing a seamless client experience from initial contact through delivery • Implementing automations to create high-touch service without constant manual work • Networking strategically through community organizations to extend reach beyond local area • Building confidence to put yourself out there despite small-town visibility challenges • Providing clients with an experience where they feel truly seen and valued • Creating a strong online presence with clear information about location and services • Standing out through unique offerings that differentiate you from other photographers Remember, you've got to show up if you want people to come. Get out of your head and take one small step today to move your business forward. People can't find you if you're not talking about yourself! CONNECT WITH KATE: Listen to The One Behind the LensInstagram Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!

Have feedback? Text us! LINKS: The Photo Bundle (one week only)Senior SundayContent Fuel Her AI WaitlistBook a 1:1 AI Strategy Call Get on my Email ListWatch this episode on YouTube This week’s episode dives into photography business strategy for the busy seasons and beyond. I’m sharing a personal update on how my own business has shifted this year and what I’m seeing across my coaching clients and communities. If you’ve been worried about not having enough clients booked yet or stressing about the wave of fall sessions ahead, you are not alone. In this episode I break down why photographers are seeing these trends, the mindset piece that can make or break your business, and some of the tools I’m using to simplify marketing before things get hectic. I’ll also share details on Senior Sunday, Content Fuel, and how you can grab access to the Photo Bundle that’s packed with resources worth over $2,000 for just $97. If photography business strategy is top of mind for you right now, you’ll want to listen in. Past Podcasts that will help with Q4 planning: This one and This one! Want to work with Renee? SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL HERE LEAVE A REVIEW in 5 seconds flat (helps us a ton!) JOIN the Podcast & Creative Community LEARN MORE about Renee at www.reneebowen.com - main site (photography + coaching) & www.reneebowencoaching.com (coaching + courses) SOCIALS: Instagram Facebook TikTok FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: FREE TRAINING for Photographers Make sure you TAG me when you post on social and once a month, we choose one person who leaves us a review and we'll send you a FREE audible book of your choice!