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Finding Grace In The Wilderness13 Grace In The Wilderness Interview with Marie Pritchett-The Story of Josh, Bereaved Moms, and MinistrySend us a textSharon interviews her close friend and Grace In The Wilderness Ministry Partner, Marie Pritchett. Marie shares the story of her son Josh who passed away at the age of 20 in an automobile accident. They discuss struggles as moms who have lost children. They talk about ways to help and encourage moms who have suffered this loss. And they discuss the Grace In The Wilderness ministries offered for bereaved moms by the ministry. Find out more about the bereaved moms' ministry and be encouraged by Marie's powerful testimony of how she found God's amazing...2024-09-2449 min
Photo Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast20. Solopreneur to Scaled Success: Knowing When (and How) to Grow Your TeamIn today's episode, Lori discusses recognizing the right time to expand and how to navigate the process of outsourcing and hiring, including finding the right fit for virtual assistants, editors, and other roles to alleviate workload and improve efficiency. Topics covered include identifying signs of needing help, such as overbooking, quality slipping, and burnout, as well as practical steps for outsourcing tasks like social media management, bookkeeping, and website maintenance. Lori shares personal experiences and tips on finding and collaborating with freelancers and assistants, emphasizing the importance of communication, trial periods, and investing in training to ensure a good...2024-05-0940 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast19. Demystifying Domain Authority: Your SEO PowerhouseToday, Lori is diving into the world of SEO – specifically, a concept called domain authority (DA). Many photographers and small business owners hear this term thrown around, but what exactly is it, and why should you care? There’s no magic bullet, but Lori shares some key strategies in today's episode!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-04-2322 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast18. Maximize Your Spring Season: Q2 Planning Guide For PhotographersToday's episode is all about maximizing your spring season as a busy photographer! It helps me keep a big-picture focus on not only what’s urgent, but what matters. And the time spent on this reflection is always time well spent. (Specifically, it helps me celebrate my wins and feel gratitude for the impact I’ve made. But it forces me to prioritize what’s on my plate so I don’t overbook myself.) I know it's going to help you, too!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are avai...2024-04-1225 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast17. Time Audit for Creative BusinessesIn today's episode, we dive deep into the practice of conducting a time audit and its undeniable benefits for creative entrepreneurs. We explore the nuances of how to take charge of our most precious asset - time - and offer tangible strategies to go from feeling scattered to streamlined. By tracking and adjusting how we allocate our time, we pinpoint time wasters, boost productivity, regain control of our schedules, and strive for that ever-elusive work-life balance. I share personal anecdotes and practical tips, from choosing the right tracking method to categorizing tasks and analyzing data to find gaps in...2024-04-0520 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast16. 3 Common Branding Mistakes Photographers Often Make (and How to Fix Them!)In today's episode, we're going to talk about three common branding mistakes that photographers often make and how you can fix them - or avoid them in the first place. Your brand is more than just a fancy logo or a sleek website. It's the essence of who you are as a photographer, the experience you offer, and the emotions you evoke in your clients.Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @l...2024-03-1919 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast15. Tiny Tweaks, Big Impact: Tips from Atomic HabitsIn today's episode, Lori explores how Atomic Habits can help you break down those goals into manageable habits and transform your photography business. Lori talks about merging two powerful forces: the art of photography and the science of habit formation with tips from the bestselling book, Atomic Habits by James Clear. Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-03-1222 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast14. Beyond the Digital: A Beginner's Guide to Film PhotographyToday's episode is a comprehensive guide to film photography, including reasons for choosing film over digital, choosing a camera, understanding exposure, selecting film types, purchasing film, developing film, and editing film scans. Lori emphasizes the creative possibilities and challenges of film photography and encourages aspiring photographers to explore this fascinating medium.Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-03-0517 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast13. Website Refresh: 3 Quick Updates You Need To Update For The New YearIn today's episode, Lori dives into the top three updates every photographer and creative business owner needs to make in the new year to keep your site up to date, fresh from an SEO perspective, make sure it’s attracting new clients and ensuring it works properly.Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-02-2709 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast12. Building Your Dream & Planning Your Photography StudioIn today's episode, Lori talks about the different options for studio spaces, including having a studio at home, renting a space, or having a dedicated space outside the home. She also covers topics such as location, lighting, backdrops, props, and furniture. She shares her own experiences with all three scenarios and offers advice on planning and budgeting for a studio. Ready for a comprehensive guide for turning a passion for photography into a reality by setting up a professional studio?! Let's dive in!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available...2024-02-2032 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast11. Unlock Your Potential: Powerful Goal Setting Strategies for 2024In this episode, Lori explores the power of shifting from year-long goals to twelve-week goals for faster and more consistent progress. She uncovers the significance of setting no more than three main goals per quarter and the flexibility to reset goals based on life changes. She also shares her personal experiences and strategies for effective goal setting, including the importance of reflecting on the previous year and creating a vision for the upcoming year. Join in as we unpack the challenges and triumphs of achieving goals in the world of photography and gain valuable insights into powerful goal-setting strategies!2024-02-1334 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast10. Tax Time Made Easy: Tips for Photographers & Creative BusinessesIn this episode, Lori provides helpful tips and insights for photographers and small business owners to make tax season easier. I share practical advice on tracking expenses and deductions, setting up separate bank accounts, using a business credit card, utilizing digital capabilities for record-keeping, and consulting tax professionals for personalized advice. The goal is to reduce stress, keep detailed records, and set oneself up for success in future tax seasons!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with...2024-02-0626 min
This is OklahomaThis is Nick & Lori Bollinger - Junction CoffeeOn this episode I chatted with Nick and Lori owners of Junction Coffee. Mostly known for their big red bus named May-belle that drives around OKC. They tell the whole story, how they bought the bus sight unseen and shipped it from the UK all the way to OKC.
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The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsx...2024-02-061h 28Photo Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast9. Mastermind with Taylor Swift - Photographer Insights for Small BusinessesIn today's episode, we're focusing on Taylor Swift's career as a business mastermind and extracting actionable tips and quotes from her that can be applied to photographers and small business owners. It's no secret that I'm a Swifty, and I also personal anecdotes and apply Taylor Swift's principles to the photography industry.Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-01-3023 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast8. Are You Actually Sabotaging Your Own Success? (Honest Answer Inside)In this episode, Lori discusses the importance of setting priorities and taking action to be successful and shares personal experiences and advice on overcoming perfectionism and seeking growth. Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-01-2315 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast7. Tame the Chaos: 3 Weekly Routines That Changed My Work LifeIn this episode, I discuss three weekly routines that help keep my digital and office life organized and running smoothly. This routine involves cleaning out the downloads folder, checking backups for new photos and videos, and cleaning off the physical desktop. I share the benefits of these routines and offer suggestions for incorporating them into a weekly schedule! It's a must-listen!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-01-1611 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast6. Reduce Distractions and Focus on What You WantIn today's episode, I provide tips and methods to reduce distractions and stay focused. I cover various strategies such as turning off notifications, setting specific times for checking emails and responding to comments, minimizing temptation by hiding certain apps, utilizing the phone's built-in limitation features, and planning out the day or week to prioritize important tasks. Let's dive in!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-01-0917 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast5. Tips for Quick and Easy Engagement From KidsIn today's episode, I cover various tips and tricks for getting smiles and cooperation from kids in a quick timeframe during photography sessions. I share techniques such as matching the energy of the kids, giving them specific instructions for hand placement, simplifying words and rephrasing instructions, removing helpful distractions, avoiding clenched poses or smiles, and making a genuine connection with the kids!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2024-01-0209 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast4. 3 Types of Data Storage - A Strategy for Photo BackupsIn this episode, we chat about different types of data storage strategies for photo backups. We dig into redundant storage, offsite storage, and cloud storage as three different types of data storage and explain why using a combination of all three is recommended. I also share my own experience and recommendations for each type of storage.Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2023-12-2622 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast3. Using Constraints to Strengthen Your CreativityIn today's episode, I discuss the use of constraints to strengthen creativity in photography. I talk about different ideas for creative constraints, such as limiting gear choices, creating faceless images, focusing on a specific subject matter, trying different shooting mediums, and shooting in the same location but with different perspectives and storytelling approaches. Creative constraints can actually set you free in your photography and I encourage you to try implementing these constraints in your own work!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating...2023-12-1912 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast2. Why You Should Set a Daily Big ThreeIn today's episode, I dive into the concept of the "Daily Big Three," which is a method to improve focus and productivity. I break down how to prioritize these three important tasks each day and provide tips for implementing this system. I also talk about my personal experience and suggest different ways to keep track of the daily big three.Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2023-12-1912 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business Podcast1. Welcome to the Photo Goals Podcast!Welcome to the Photo Goals Podcast! I'm Lori Pickens, a photographer and online photo educator, who will share my journey and expertise in automating businesses, workflows, systems, and strategy on this podcast! It's my goal to help photographers become profitable and productive while achieving their goals and dreams & that is exactly what we'll cover here!Be sure to follow this podcast to be notified when new episodes are available and leave a rating and review! Connect with Lori: Website: www.loripickens.comIG: @loripickens2023-12-1906 minPhoto Goals with Lori Pickens | Photography Business PodcastTrailer: The Photo Goals PodcastWhether you are looking to take your business to the next level, you're wanting to grow as an artist, or you’re just a busy mom photographer needing to make more time in her day - you are in the right place. Here, we will take an honest look at how to turn the creative chaos into a streamlined process to help support you as a photographer and even grow your business.I'm Lori! A Click Community Mentor, Click Pro Elite, and Family, Senior and Portrait Photographer from Parkersburg, WV with over 13 years in the trade. I'm al...2023-12-1201 min
Erie First Podcast with Pastor Nichole SchreiberONCE AND FOR ALL - Jesus is BetrayedThere is a direct connection between our personal spiritual health and our willingness to forgive those who have sinned against us.
Today is Week 3 of our Once And For All series. Pastor Nichole is joined by Pastor Quint Lindblad and Lori Pickens and they wrap up their discussion of the pivotal events in the final days before the crucifixion of Jesus and why they're so important for us even now. Today they'll discuss the impact of two of Jesus' disciples betraying him, and how their stories reflect many of our own journeys with Jesus.2023-03-2635 min
Erie First Podcast with Pastor Nichole SchreiberONCE AND FOR ALL - The Garden of GethsemaneToday is Week 2 of our Once And For All series. This series will take us to Easter Sunday and follow the life of Jesus and the events that all took place in the final days before the crucifixion.
This week, Pastor Nichole is again joined by Pastor Quint Lindblad and Lori Pickens, the Dean of Students and Outreach at Erie First Christian Academy. The three of them continue their discussion the pivotal events in the final days of Jesus' ministry here on earth and why they're so important for us today. Today they'll be discussing Jesus in t...2023-03-1944 minErie First Podcast with Pastor Nichole SchreiberONCE AND FOR ALL - The Last SupperToday is Week 1 of a new series called Once And For All. This series will take us into Easter Sunday and will follow the life of Jesus and the events that all took place during the final week before the crucifixion.
For the next three weeks, Pastor Nichole will be joined by Pastor Quint Lindblad as well as Lori Pickens, the Dean of Students and Outreach at Erie First Christian Academy. The three of them will be discussing the pivotal events in the final days of Jesus' ministry here on earth and why they're so important for us...2023-03-1243 min
Life Of ShiftsJuly JourneySo in July I used social media platform to journey through the book of Proverbs. On this podcast the intent is just to share out the importance in living in biblical wisdom. I hope you enjoy.
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Life Of ShiftsLife In the AssignmentSo often we find ourselves in settings and spaces that we are sometimes unsure of. We meet people, get jobs and so much more but its all tied to our life in assignment. Today I want to share a moment with you on:
The Focus
The Drive
The Circle
while in the Assignment. Check it out
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lori-pickens/message2022-04-3014 minLife Of ShiftsA Life Shifted with JasmineHello everyone!!! Thank you for tapping into Life of Shifts Podcast. Hold on to your seats for this podcast as it is full of laughs along with some real gems. Me and Jasmine are having some real good dialogue about a life shifted in an era that change is not always embraced well.
Jasmine is here to share how to:
Not be afraid of change
Embrace all the shifts
And to Encourage you to keep growing.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lori-pickens/message2021-12-2929 minLife Of ShiftsLife in the WAITYou definitely don't want to miss this conversation with Allyson Sarring.
Ally graduated from Edinboro University with a degree in journalism but has worked in college ministry for the last 8 years. She is a full time missionary and campus pastor with Chi Alpha Campus Ministries reaching the next generation for Jesus.
Allyson is a photographer, writer, and communicator. She enjoys exploring creativity in all aspects of her life.
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Honest CEOPower of TransitionBlogger, Evangelist, Public Speaker, Youth leader, CEO of Life Of Shifts, CEO of Global Destiny Inc, Friend and Mentor to many Lori A. Pickens is a first time author of "The Power of Transition". A graduate of Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and a Masters of Divinity from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and tons of others schooling and all the things Lori has put in that work. 21 years vested into working with youth and families on different scales. She is no stranger to the crazy twist and turns life can throw at us.She i...2021-07-0942 minLife Of ShiftsPurpose In DisturbanceMaaan, Sometimes things interject on our lives and it can totally knock us off our rocker, well if we allow it. I just want to encourage you on the how disturbances can sometimes be beneficial. HOLD TIGHT!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lori-pickens/message2021-05-1515 minLife Of ShiftsRefocusYou need You to be well!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lori-pickens/message2021-01-1802 minLife Of ShiftsRESETWe Could All Use a RESET!!! Start Today!
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Life Of ShiftsHandling the PandemicSo today we have special guest with us from Chatting With Sonya and Friends, in the persons of: Sonya Byes, Regina Gaston, Vanessa Belen, Jada Best, (MIA Chantel Staples "ATL", Alicia Aldridge and Shaha). Make sure you find them on social media and follow the journey of this new and rising tv show. These ladies are here to share how they have been affected by the pandemic and also give you some tips on how to keep maneuvering forward. Tune in to hear the cast of Chatting With Sonya and Friends.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lori-pickens/message2020-10-3122 minLife Of ShiftsThanks for tuning in.What we plan to chat about.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lori-pickens/message2020-09-1603 minLife Of ShiftsBe Open to ChangeHow open are you to change? It is crazy but we are living in a time where we have to be open to change. So many things are trying to keep us stuck and not evolve into who we are purposed to be. You have so much to offer the world but it will only come forth by change. Check it out.
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