Welcome to the Podcast Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts EPISODE 9 Summary:  In this episode I will talk about the ways I maintained a consistent and solid portfolio, over my time as a family photographer and how that lead me to create a flourishing business with returning clients. What is a portfolio and […]

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July 7, 2024

EPISODE 9:  4 STEPS TO A BETTER PORTFOLIO – YASMIN ANNE

Gemma Heard, a seasoned accountant, discusses the significance of money mindset in business success and financial empowerment for women. By understanding and shifting our beliefs about money, individuals can improve their financial health and achieve their business goals. She also provides practical tips for managing debt and pricing services.

June 30, 2024

EPISODE 8: MONEY MINDSET & BUSINESS SUCCESS – WITH GEMMA HEARD

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The podcast episode features Natalie Martin discussing menstrual cycle awareness and its impact on women’s lives and businesses. She explains the importance of tracking your cycle to optimize productivity and well-being. Understanding your body’s rhythm helps manage symptoms, harness superpowers, and improve overall life and work balance.

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June 23, 2024

EPISODE 7: Your menstrual cycle is affecting your business – Natalie Martin

Natalie Martin, Menstrual cycle guru and black woman. Sits smiling with her eyes shut and arms outstretched She wears a white oversized shirt and bralette.

Jodie Mitchell, a self-employed wedding photographer and former SEO specialist, shares her expertise on SEO in Episode 6 of the Gather to Grow podcast. She explains essential SEO elements like optimising page titles, meta descriptions, and alt text for images. Mitchell emphasises the importance of Google My Business profiles and advises integrating SEO practices gradually for best results.

June 16, 2024

EPISODE 6: FROM NOWHERE TO NUMBER 1- SEO WITH JODIE MITCHELL

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In this podcast episode, Yasmin Anne explains how AI can benefit photography businesses through automation and time-saving techniques. She highlights specific applications including email organization, idea management, social media automation, blogging, and marketing copy generation. Yasmin emphasizes AI as a tool to enhance business efficiency, while still valuing personal input.

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June 9, 2024

EPISODE 5: 3 WAYS AI CAN HELP YOU RUN YOUR BUSINESS

Yasmin Anne in her business with a newborn

Charlotte is a life and business coach dedicated to empowering women towards fulfilment and success. She works with private clients and global brands to improve team dynamics, confidence, and performance. With a focus on nurturing inner confidence, she emphasises honouring personal values, taking action despite fears, and letting go of perfectionism for growth.

June 2, 2024

EPISODE 2: IT’S ALL ABOUT CONFIDENCE BABY! – WITH CHARLOTTE LODEY

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Yasmin Anne, an entrepreneur and mother, discusses the nuances of self-employment in her podcast. She emphasises mindset shifts, financial risks, and the need for self-discipline. Yasmin advises on creating financial safety nets and setting realistic deadlines before transitioning to self-employment. She encourages listeners to plan carefully and trust their motivations.

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June 2, 2024

EPISODE 1: BECOMING SELF-EMPLOYED: TAKING THE LEAP – YASMIN ANNE 

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As a photographer, you may face self-doubt and fear, making it essential to strengthen your mindset. Charlotte Lodey, a confidence expert, suggests finding authentic confidence and dealing with your fears by understanding your insecurities, ignoring others’ negative opinions, visualising your desired life, and fostering a positive relationship with money to overcome challenges and enhance self-worth.

May 14, 2024

5 Tips To Grow Your Confidence

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Business Training

Katie Williams Photography specialises in natural newborn and family photos in Manchester, describing her style as simple, yet precious. She turned her photography hobby into a thriving business over 9 years ago and is now eager to go full-time. The Gather to Grow event left her energised with new poses, friends, and inspiration, to become a full time photographer.

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April 7, 2024

Gather to Grow Spotlight Katie Williams Photography

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Gather to Grow 2.0: when Gather to Grow events unfold, there is pure magic in the room. Together, we laughed, we hugged, we shed tears of joy, and we soaked in every moment.

February 1, 2024

Gather to Grow 2.0 a review…

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