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Tried & True With A Dash of WooThe Nomadic Soul's JourneyHave feedback? Text us! Apply for Elevate: https://reneebowen.com/elevate before June 27th!What does it really mean to live an authentic life that defies traditional labels and expectations? In this episode, I sit down with author and podcaster Seline Shenoy to explore what she calls the "nomadic soul" — a framework for embracing change, creativity, and personal growth on your own terms.We talk about how many of us feel pulled between freedom and stability, and what it takes to stay connected to your truth while navigating life’s many role...2025-06-2555 minTried & True With A Dash of WooIt’s Not the Economy: Why You’re Not Booking and What to Do About ItHave feedback? Text us! Feeling like no one is booking you right now? You’re not alone, but the economy isn’t the excuse you think it is. In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really going on when your inbox is quiet, and how to shift your mindset, energy, and strategy to start attracting clients fast.You’ll learn:Why your energy might be repelling clients without you realizing itThe exact mindset shift I made when I built my biz during the 2008 recessionWhat actually works in today’s...2025-06-1137 minTried & True With A Dash of WooDiscipline IS the Magic: What the Hustle vs. Flow Debate Gets WrongHave feedback? Text us! What if the very thing you're avoiding is the thing that sets you free?In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a conversation that’s long overdue — especially in the self-help, coaching, and creative entrepreneurship world. We’ve been sold a watered-down version of alignment that’s starting to feel like permission to do nothing.But let me say it loud and clear: 💥 Discipline is not punishment. It’s how you protect your joy. 💥 Alignment without action is just avoidance in disguise.I’m...2025-06-0420 minTried & True With A Dash of WooBreaking Into Brand Photography: The Missing Pieces Most Photographers Overlook with Karen WilliamsHave feedback? Text us! If you've ever wondered why you're not landing the brand photography jobs you dream about, this episode is a must-listen. I sat down with Karen Williams—keynote speaker, course creator, and CEO of Black Visual Queen—to get the insider perspective most photographers never get access to.Karen isn’t a photographer herself—she’s the one in the room when big brands are deciding who to hire and why. In this episode, we get into the unsexy but essential parts of getting hired, like building a strategic website, pricing with clarity, a...2025-05-281h 00Tried & True With A Dash of WooPR Without the Pay-to-Play: Visibility Secrets with Gloria ChouHave feedback? Text us! AI Unlocked - get your FREE ticket HEREThe Milky Way 2025 Online Retreat - save $50 off your ticket HEREOn today's show:If you’ve ever felt like getting featured in a major publication was only for celebrities or six-figure influencers, this episode will shift your entire perspective. I sat down with PR expert Gloria Chou, who has helped small businesses earn over a billion organic media views without a single paid placement.We talk about how to become yo...2025-05-2139 minTried & True With A Dash of WooMastering the Multi‑Potentialite Mindset with Taylor AllerHave feedback? Text us! Today, Taylor Aller shares her journey as a multi-potentialite who built a six-figure business without social media, revealing how to balance multiple passions without burnout through strategic planning and alignment with core values - and you're gonna love it!We cover:• The key to managing multiple passions: "Don't do everything at once and don't do it by yourself"• How Taylor has thrived without social media since 2019, proving it's possible for most businesses• The transformative "hummingbird revelation" that helped Taylor overcome burnout and shame• Why multi-pa...2025-04-2342 minTried & True With A Dash of WooHow to Pre-Qualify Clients Before They Inquire with Kiri MohanHave feedback? Text us! LAST DAY FOR THE CREATIVE TEAM METHOD SALE! It's the last day for you to grab the best "how to" senior rep course in the market for $650 off! CLICK HERE to get it so you can book more qualified senior portrait clients for Class of 2026.Don't miss it - especially if you need clients asap!In today's episode, I’m joined by freelance coach and podcast host Kiri Mohan to talk about how to pre-qualify clients before they ever reac...2025-04-1654 minTried & True With A Dash of WooVibrate Higher, Create Louder: Manifesting Your Dream BusinessHave feedback? Text us! We all have the ability to create whatever it is we desire, but many of us keep creating more of what we don't want because we focus on our current reality instead of where we want to go.• Thoughts are not innocent – they send signals and place orders with the universe• Neediness repels while magnetism comes from audacity and taking up space• What you rehearse, you repeat, and what you repeat, you create• Interrupting negative patterns requires asking better questions, not beating yourself up• Take up space unapologetic...2025-04-0924 minTried & True With A Dash of WooTop 5 Signs You're Ignoring Your Intuition & How to Fix It with Jenn CohenHave feedback? Text us! Grab the last 1:1 spot I have open for coaching: https://renee.io/bookacallGet on the Elevate Wait List (next round in June): https://reneebowen.myflodesk.com/elevatewaitlistTODAY ON THE SHOW!Jenn Cohen shares powerful insights on recognizing when we're ignoring our intuition and practical strategies for clearing mental static to access our inner wisdom. We explore the subtle differences between fear-based thinking and intuitive guidance, revealing how to discern what our intuition is really telling...2025-04-0253 minTried & True With A Dash of WooIntuitive Metrics: How to Track the Right Things Without OverwhelmHave feedback? Text us! Welcome to this juicy episode of Tried & True with a Dash of Woo! In this conversation with trauma-informed data analyst and operations strategist Kelsey Silver, we dive into how to track metrics that actually matter—without triggering your nervous system or falling into spreadsheet chaos.At [03:15], Kelsey explains how our resistance to numbers often stems from trauma, perfectionism, and even sensory overload—especially for those of us with neurodivergent, high-achieving brains. You’ll feel so seen. Then, around [14:20], she introduces a unique metaphor that will seriously shift how you think...2025-03-2643 minTried & True With A Dash of WooHow to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Clients - with Jill SmithHave feedback? Text us! In this episode, I sit down with Jill Smith, a seasoned family photographer and business mentor, to talk about the psychology of pricing, how to shift your mindset, and the strategies that make mini sessions profitable. Jill shares her personal journey from charging $50 per session to scaling a thriving, profitable photography business. We dive into why so many photographers struggle with pricing due to people-pleasing tendencies, fear of judgment, and unconscious money programming. Plus, we talk about why your mini sessions might be draining your time and en...2025-03-1249 minTried & True With A Dash of WooHow the Art of Noticing Transforms Creativity and Business with Today I NoticedHave feedback? Text us! Join me LIVE for "The Social Reset" on March 3rdIn this episode, I sit down with Willow Older and Deborah Huber, the founders of Today I Noticed, a creative mindfulness practice that encourages people to slow down, observe, and capture the small moments of daily life. What started as a spontaneous day of observation in San Francisco turned into a powerful method for cultivating mindfulness, creativity, and joy. Now, with a book, a calendar, and workshops for businesses and creatives, Willow and Deborah share h...2025-02-2650 minTried & True With A Dash of WooThe Truth About Marketing: Why Fear is Keeping You Stuck & How to Shift Into AbundanceHave feedback? Text us! Are you marketing your senior photography business from a place of lack—constantly chasing clients, feeling overwhelmed by competition, and second-guessing your prices? It’s time for a major shift. In this episode, I’m breaking down why marketing from abundance changes everything and how you can start attracting dream clients without the stress. Plus, I’m sharing details on the Seniorologie Bundle, where you’ll get my Abundant Marketing Blueprint—the exact system I use to book out my calendar year after year. I...2025-02-1227 minTried & True With A Dash of WooStreamlining Your Photography Business: Tools and Tips for Financial Peace of MindHave feedback? Text us! Creatives often face the daunting task of managing their finances, leading to stress and burnout. This episode emphasizes the importance of compliance in business operations, shares practical strategies for effective bookkeeping, and discusses how AI is changing the accounting landscape while still preserving the invaluable human touch.I'm chatting with Danielle Wagner, CEO of Vyde and you are gonna love this conversation where cover:• Insights on common financial hurdles for creative entrepreneurs • Importance of understanding legal obligations and compliance • Strategies for managing bookkeeping effectively • Value of...2025-01-2943 min