Do you feel like all the other photographers out there are your competition?

I chat to Eden Strader, a wedding photographer turned business coach who discovered transformative growth during the pandemic.

We talk about Eden's evolution from wedding photography to a thriving coaching career, fuelled by authenticity and a strong online community. We'll uncover how Eden's expertise and genuine approach attract ideal clients and combat imposter syndrome in business. Hear about her mastery of artificial lighting and artistic influences, which have shaped her distinctive style. Eden shares personal branding strategies and insights on navigating conservative wedding environments while staying true to her values.

This episode is a deep dive into embracing vulnerability, self-belief, and imperfection to build a fulfilling and successful photography business. Tune in to be inspired by Eden's journey and learn valuable lessons for your own creative endeavours.

In this episode we cover:

• Eden's journey of embracing vulnerability and self-belief to build a fulfilling and successful photography business.
• Embrace imperfections and unique skills with Eden's advice on combating imposter syndrome.
• How mastering artificial lighting transformed Eden's photography, enabling her to handle challenging lighting scenarios creatively.
• How Eden navigates conservative wedding environments while maintaining alignment with her values.
• Gain insights into personal branding strategies like using your name to establish a direct connection with clients.
• Hear about photographers like Natasha Wilson and Cassandra Laddrew who inspire Eden's distinctive style.

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:

• Ways to work with Belle: belleverdiglione.com.au
• Belle Verdiglione’s Instagram: @belleverdiglione
• Get my FREE Market Your Mini's Action Plan - https://www.belleverdiglione.com.au/minis-action-plan
• Eden Strader instagram: @edenstrader
• Eden Strader website: https://edenstrader.com/

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Feeling burnt out or overwhelmed?

Grab a cuppa and listen to this episode with Harmony Jade to recognise the signs of burnout. It's not what you might think.

Harmony shares her profound experience shifting from corporate burnout to thriving as a life and business mentor. Together, we explore the insidious nature of burnout, its toll on our well-being, and the pivotal signs to watch out for. Harmony unveils her strategies for preventing burnout and discusses the profound impact of aligning personal values with creative pursuits.

Join us as we uncover the power of curiosity, mindfulness, and self-discovery in cultivating sustainable energy and passion within photography and beyond.

Tune in for invaluable insights on redefining success and finding fulfillment in your creative endeavours!

In this episode we cover:

• Harmony Jade shares her journey from corporate burnout to becoming a life and business mentor, integrating yoga philosophy into her work to promote sustainable energy and balance.
• Understanding burnout, it goes beyond tiredness to mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual depletion.
• Signs of burnout include overwhelming exhaustion, loss of joy, anxiety, and creative stagnation.
• Strategies to prevent burnout, recognize signs early, prioritize extended and constructive rest, and seek professional support.
• Overcoming the "lack mentality" in photography by aligning with personal values and passions.
• Embracing curiosity over fear and scarcity mindset to attract aligned clients and opportunities.
• Shifting mindset from problem-focused to exploring new creative avenues to reignite passion and energy.

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:

• Ways to work with Belle: belleverdiglione.com.au
• Belle Verdiglione’s Instagram: @belleverdiglione
• Get my FREE Market Your Mini's Action Plan - https://www.belleverdiglione.com.au/minis-action-plan
• Harmony’s instagram: @harmony__jade
• Harmony’s website: https://www.harmonyjade.com.au/
• Harmony's Retreat: https://www.harmonyjade.com.au/Yin-and-yang-balancing-retreat
  
  
  

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TW: This conversation is raw, real and unfiltered.

Today, I chat with the incredible Rose Oates and Chrystal Russell, two powerhouses who are all about authenticity, self-love, and breaking down societal labels. From their passion project podcast to navigating the challenges of sisterhood, manifesting dreams, and embracing body acceptance, this candid conversation is a treasure trove of wisdom and empowerment.

In this episode we cover:

• Rose, a mother of four, wife, and interior stylist, values individuality. Chrystal, a business owner, is passionate about manifesting dreams and goals.
• Rose and Chrystal talk about the "Baring It All" podcast and how they use this platform to celebrate motherhood and the raw truths of life.
• The duo explores the wounds of sisterhood, competition, and the essence of mutual support among women.
• Both share personal experiences, from manifesting relationships to building dream homes.
• Rose opens up about her journey to body acceptance, highlighting the importance of self-love and compassion. The conversation delves into societal norms, body positivity, and self-compassion.
• The need for trigger warnings, emphasising the prevalence of sensitive issues like suicide and sexual assault in daily life.
• The significance of discussing mental health, motherhood, and personal struggles openly.
• Photography emerges as a powerful medium capturing both joyous and challenging life moments. They discuss exposure therapy's role in fostering body acceptance.
• An introduction to "human design," a system categorising personality traits, is explored.

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:

• LAST CHANCE TO JOIN CAMERA QUEENS: https://www.cameraqueens.com/
• Ways to work with Belle: belleverdiglione.com.au
• Baring It All Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baringitall_thepodcast/
• Rose Oates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roseoates_/
• Chrystal Russell's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrystalrussell_?igsh=MXZubXJ4c2lwc2Viaw==
• Human Design: https://www.mybodygraph.com/

Support the Show.

🎙Hey rad AF human, thanks for being part of the Camera Queens community. If you frothed over this episode, give this gal an ego stroke and hit the FOLLOW button. And if you really wanna get me rockin out to the tunes of Nirvana circa 1994 - leave me an Apple Review. A monthly human will win a 1:1 coaching call with yours truly valued at 10 million dollars. Make sure you screenshot the review and share it to Instagram and TAG me - otherwise I won't know it's yours and it may get lost forever in the Apple-verse. Okay hawt stuff, you're the best. Now go and tell yourself that in the mirror. Look into the mirror and say, I'm the GOAT and I'm a cool cat. Okay byeeeeeeeeee 🎙