• 136: How Hiring an Integrator & Launch Strategist Helped Grace Paul First Launch Earn $51,000 in One Week
    Jun 17 2024

    Hey friend! This week, we're doing things a little differently. Join me for an in-depth case study of my 1:1 launch integration client, family film photographer Grace Paul. We delve into the journey and strategies behind Grace's incredibly successful launch of a fine art family photography collaboration, which generated $51,000 in just one week! Grace shares the essential steps leading up to the launch, including the importance of a solid pre-launch strategy, collaborating with fantastic photography educators, and the benefits of not launching alone. Get your notepad ready for this one!


    Takeaways

    • The power of community and collaboration
    • How to face your fears when looking at your numbers
    • Preparation strategies for a successful launch
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!


    ⭐️Connect with Grace Paul

    Instagram- @gracepaulphoto

    Website - gracepaul.co



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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 135: Expert SEO Tips for Wedding Professionals: Boost Your Website's Visibility featuring Sara Dunn of Sara Does SEO
    Jun 10 2024

    In this episode, I am joined by Sara Dunn (aka Sara Does SEO), a wedding SEO specialist, to discuss the basics of SEO and how to improve visibility on search engines. Sara emphasizes the importance of using keywords that people are actually searching for and provides tips on how to find and incorporate these keywords into your website. Sarah also discusses the benefits of narrowing down and working with a specific target audience.


    Takeaways

    • Learn how to use keywords people are searching for
    • How to niche down and target a specific audience
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!


    ⭐️Connect with Sara Dunn

    Instagram- @saradoesseo

    Website - saradoesseo.com

    Sara Dunn's Wedding SEO Bootcamp (*my affiliate link) Wedding SEO Bootcamp


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    🔗Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

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    38 mins
  • 134: The Five Components of an Aligned Business with Annemie Tonken
    Jun 3 2024

    This week, I welcome photographer and educator Annemie Tonken. Annemie shares her journey from starting as a photographer to becoming a business systems strategist and podcast host. We dive deep into the concept of business alignment, breaking it down into five key components: Preferences, Parameters, Products, Pricing, and Policies. Annamie offers practical advice on building a profitable, sustainable business that aligns with your values and preferences.


    Takeaways

    • Steps to take when pivoting in your business
    • Effective pricing strategies
    • Maintaining alignment with business goals
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!


    Connect with Annemie Tonken

    Take Annemie's FREE QUIZ and learn to identify your business model

    Instagram- @thiscantbethathard

    Website - thiscantbethathard.com


    Connect with Dolly DeLong

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    Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

    Create a System for your Marketing with ENJI here (get 15% OFF your first two months)

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    Get started with Riverside for as low as $15 a Month with this link


    Thanks for joining us on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:

    ✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools

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    50 mins
  • 133: Mastering Financial Systems for Small Business Success (Why it's Essential to Master This Type of System to Impact Your Taxes!) with Heather Leicy
    May 27 2024

    In this episode of the Systems and Workflow Magic podcast, Dolly DeLong interviews Heather Licey, a wedding and senior photographer, about the importance of financial systems for small business owners. Heather shares her expertise in managing business numbers and offers practical tips for setting up a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly rhythm for tracking income, expenses, independent contractors, and mileage. She emphasizes the significance of paying sales tax and maximizing tax write-offs. Heather also mentions her involvement in the Conquer community and her upcoming tax course.


    Takeaways

    • Setting up a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly rhythm for tracking income, expenses, independent contractors, and mileage is crucial for small business owners.
    • Paying sales tax and maximizing tax write-offs are essential for managing business finances effectively.
    • Heather Licey offers valuable resources, including spreadsheets, educational videos on YouTube, and a tax course to help business owners navigate financial systems.
    • Heather Licey co-hosts the Conquer community, which provides support and education for photographers in their first one to three years of business.


    Full Show Notes Here!


    Connect with Heather Leicy

    SNAG Heather’s FREE resource, “The Tax-Prep System” here

    Instagram- @heather.marie.leicy

    Website - https://heathermlphoto.com/


    Connect with Dolly DeLong

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    Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

    Create a System for your Marketing with ENJI here (get 15% OFF your first two months)

    Want 30% OFF Of Dubsado? Click here

    Get started with Riverside for as low as $15 a Month with this link


    Thanks for joining us on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:

    ✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools

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    35 mins
  • 132: Getting started with speaking in your business (the systems to start incorporating now) featuring Jessica Rasdall
    May 20 2024

    This week on the podcast, I am joined by public speaker and coach Jessica Radsdall. She shares her inspiring journey from surviving a tragic car accident to becoming a motivational speaker and business scaling expert. Listen in as Jessica shares with us the importance of honing your message and how that can lead to business growth.


    Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:

    • How systems support speaking engagements and generate revenue
    • The importance of refining your message
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!


    Connect with Jessica Rasdall

    Website - jessicarasdall.com

    Instragram - @jessicarasdall


    Connect with Dolly DeLong

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    Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

    Create a System for your Marketing with ENJI here (get 15% OFF your first two months)

    Want 30% OFF Of Dubsado? Click here

    Get started with Riverside for as low as $15 a Month with this link


    Thanks for joining us on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:

    ✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools

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    52 mins
  • 131: Behind the Scenes of My Most Recent Launch: An Honest Conversation with Sage Polaris
    May 13 2024

    Hey, friend! This week, we're doing things a little differently. In this episode, I am joined by copywriter Sage Polaris, who will interview me (I said things would be different this week) about my recent launch. I'm an open book this week. Listen in as we discuss what worked and what didn't on my most recent launch. Don't miss this one!


    Interested in purchasing The Launch Bundle? You still have until June 1st, 2024: https://dollydelong.thrivecart.com/launch-bundle-197/


    Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:

    • The value of evergreen products
    • The value of doing a launch debrief
    • Defining your target audience
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!


    Connect with Sage Polaris

    Website - sagepolaris.com

    Instragram - @sagepolaris


    Connect with Dolly DeLong

    Website

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    Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

    Create a System for your Marketing with ENJI here (get 15% OFF your first two months)

    Want 30% OFF Of Dubsado? Click here

    Get started with Riverside for as low as $15 a Month with this link


    Thanks for joining us on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:

    ✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools

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    50 mins
  • 130: How to keep design coherence in mind as a small business owner: a deep dive into brand harmony featuring Abby Powell
    May 6 2024

    Today, I am joined by Abby Powell, the creative force responsible for the cohesive brand designs of Dolly DeLong Education and Dolly DeLong Photography. Join us as we dive into the significance of strategic branding and Abby's transition from computer science to brand design. We will also provide insights on achieving brand cohesion. I hope you enjoy this conversation!


    Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:

    • Practical advice for entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey
    • The importance of consistency across all brand elements
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!


    Connect with Abby Powell

    Website - abbypowelldesigns.com

    Instragram - @abbypowelldesigns


    Connect with Dolly DeLong

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    Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

    Create a System for your Marketing with ENJI here (get 15% OFF your first two months)

    Want 30% OFF Of Dubsado? Click here

    Get started with Riverside for as low as $15 a Month with this link


    Thanks for joining us on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:

    ✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools

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    40 mins
  • 129: Practical Tips For Creating A Budget (my bookkeeper spills some critical $$$ secrets!) featuring Anamarie Knapp
    Apr 29 2024

    Hey friend! Today, my bookkeeper, Anamarie Knapp, joins me. If you're an OG listener, you've heard her name plenty of times and finally get to meet her! Anamarie takes us on a journey from her days in concert production to her deep dive into the world of finance and bookkeeping for small businesses. We chat about the transformative power of keeping your finances in check. It's not just about numbers; it's about dreaming big, planning smart, and having a giggle or two along the way. Grab your calculators, and let's sprinkle some magic on those financial statements! Also, Anamarie is so kind and gracious to have offered a FREE Money class (creating a SYSTEM for the numbers behind your business, you can sign up for it today after listening in to the show)🥳


    ➡️ Snag the FREE Money class mentioned here: https://dollydelong.myflodesk.com/moneyclass


    Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:

    • The importance of financial health for small business owners
    • The personal impact of financial planning
    • And much more!


    Full Show Notes Here!



    Connect with Dolly DeLong

    Website

    Instagram

    Pinterest

    YouTube


    Special Codes From Dolly DeLong:

    Create a System for your Marketing with ENJI here (get 15% OFF your first two months)

    Want 30% OFF Of Dubsado? Click here

    Get started with Riverside for as low as $15 a Month with this link


    Thanks for joining us on The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:

    ✅Sign up for weekly reminders to stay updated on all things systems, sops, and workflows to impact the backend of YOUR business! You can snag freebies here: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/business-tools

    🥳Post a screenshot & some of your favorite critical takeaways on your IG story and tag me @dollydelongeducation so I can repost it!


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    36 mins