The Heart & Hustle Podcast

 Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast Evie and Lindsey are sitting down and chatting with Grace Torres. Grace Torres is a destination wedding photographer and business educator based on the East Coast, traveling worldwide to capture thoughtfully designed, emotionally rich celebrations. Known for her signature style that blends an editorial approach and documentary storytelling, Grace delivers timeless, heartfelt imagery for couples who value intentional designs and guest experiences. Throughout this episode Grace dives into how she approaches wedding photography through an editorial lens, the importance of language when it comes to marketing herself, and how she prides herself in being able to capture “journalistic candids”. Grace shares some of her tips on how you can capture candid moments in an artistic way despite the fast paced nature of a wedding day, what some of her questions are that she has with clients prior to their wedding day that helps her shoot in her signature “editorial style”, and so much more on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast! --------------------------------- Goal Setting Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/goal --------------------------------- Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Heart Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel   --------------------------------- Keep up with Grace: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gracetorresphoto/ - https://www.instagram.com/gracetorreseducation --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

 On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down with Ryan and Heidi of Forged in the North. Ryan and Heidi dive into how they turned their overlapping skills with photography and cinematography into multiple businesses, and how they effectively lead the team that they have currently built. We ask them about the timing that came into play when they decided to expand their team and business, what their team values are, and how they are able to find creatives to uphold those values. Ryan and Heidi speak to the power of delegation, and how even though they are both CEOs, they still manage to push their creative limits and grow in their crafts on top of leading a team. If you are looking to form a team to take your business to the next level and are wanting to hear a true success story to be inspired by, then this is absolutely the episode for you! --------------------------------- Gear List Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/gear --------------------------------- Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF. --------------------------------- Follow and Keep Updated with Ryan and Heidi: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgedinthenorth Websites: https://www.forgedinthenorth.com/ - https://www.afteritall.com/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

  On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down and diving into how to work with second shooters as the lead photographer. We covered how you can BE a good second shooter in episode 285, (link below), but today we are flipping it around and looking at second shooting from a leadership role! Throughout our conversation today we talk about where you can find a good second shooter, things you need to vet in a potential candidate, and some of the prep work that will make all the difference. If you are looking to hire a second shooter but are needing some guidance on the best practices when it comes to hiring and trusting someone else to work with you on wedding day, this is absolutely the episode you need to listen to. --------------------------------- Editing Style Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/style --------------------------------- HoneyBook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Heart Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel --------------------------------- How to BE a good second shooter: Episode 285 on Apple Podcasts --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

Today we are sitting down with John Felkins! John has been with Ramsey Solutions for 12 years and is currently the Executive Director of EntreLeadership Elite, Dave Ramsey’s leadership coaching program for business owners. Throughout our chat John shares his expert advice and leadership insights to break down the 5 stages of business which he uses to help thousands of leaders grow personally, lead their teams effectively, and scale their businesses the right way through EntreLeadership Elite. We ask John to share with our audience how they can learn which stage they are in, what are the next steps after determining their current stage, and what are some common mistakes that he sees entrepreneurs make? Listen in on our conversation with John Felkins and learn all about the EntreLeadership coaching program, what you can learn from the 5 stages of business, and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Heart and Hustle Podcast. --------------------------------- Determine Your Why Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/why --------------------------------- Website Templates: www.theheartuniversity.com/website-templates --------------------------------- Check Out Our Course Library: https://theheartuniversity.com/courses --------------------------------- Connect with John and Check Out EntreLeadership: EntreLeadership: https://ter.li/75s3ah EntreLeadership (the book): https://ter.li/hvc7ls Build a Business You Love (the book): https://ter.li/ok1kg2 --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

The hosts dive into the common myths surrounding passive income, revealing that it's not as effortless as many believe. They explain the necessity of significant upfront effort and ongoing management to make it work. Creative entrepreneurs are encouraged to enhance their current operations before chasing passive income. The discussion also highlights useful digital resources for branding and marketing while offering practical strategies for diversifying income streams. Expect eye-opening insights and a dose of reality about financial success!

  On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we have the joy of sitting down with Alex McCrary and Jamie Tobin to talk all about building systems that work for both business and family life. We ask them about approaching destination elopement photography and traditional wedding photography differently while both raising a family, and what were some of the systems that they put in place early on in their careers that they still use today. Alex and Jamie dive into the importance of having a good support system to lean on, what the true value of being a present parent is while also being an entrepreneur, and how they overcome the common emotion of “mom-guilt” in their lives. If you are a mom and business owner who is trying to find systems to help better balance between the two, and you are looking to hear from two awesome photographers who have managed to build great business while being present parents, then this is the episode you do not want to miss!  --------------------------------- Community Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/community --------------------------------- HoneyBook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Heart Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel --------------------------------- Follow Alex and Jamie: Alex: https://www.instagram.com/alexmccraryphotography/ Jamie: https://www.instagram.com/jamietobinphoto/ Check Out Their Podcast “Cameras and Car Seats”: https://www.instagram.com/camerasandcarseats/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

Today we are sitting down and diving into your questions again for another fun and informative Q&A session! We talk about boundaries for friends expecting a discount for your services, pre-planning IG posts, how to get started hosting workshops, and so much more! Join in on the conversation with us on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast! --------------------------------- Overcome Burnout Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/burnout --------------------------------- Website Templates: https://theheartuniversity.com/website-templates  --------------------------------- Courses: https://theheartuniversity.com/courses --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

 Today we are chatting with the incredibly talented Tiffany Crenshaw! Tiffany Crenshaw is the artist and boss-babe behind Animal House Photography. She is a lifestyle newborn and family photographer who is truly passionate about creating timeless moments that tell unique stories for her clients. We dive into how she has developed and refined her craft and voice as an artist while taking that knowledge and turning it into education for other photographers that hope to do the same. Tiffany shares how you can create a Newborn and Family photography business that is unique and does not fall into the typical patterns that you usually see with those kinds of photography. She talks about how she preps her clients, shoots in-home sessions, and how she brings storytelling moments into her photography. If you are wanting to learn how you can run a profitable and joy-filled business that serves your clients within the Newborn and Family niche, then listen and join in on our conversation with Tiffany on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast!  --------------------------------- Build Community Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/community --------------------------------- The Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF. --------------------------------- Follow and Connect with Tiffany: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/animalhousephotography/ Website - https://www.animalhouse-photography.com/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

  Today we are sitting down and playing a game of “Who’s More Likely To…Evie or Lindsey”. We answer the questions you asked us like: “Who is more likely to have 8 kids?”, “Who is more likely to ask a barista to remake a drink?”, “Who is more likely to leave you on read?”, “Who is more likely to have their feelings hurt by the other person?, and so much more! Join in on the conversation as we laugh our way through all of these fun and crazy questions on this week’s episode of the The Heart and Hustle Podcast. --------------------------------- Productivity Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/productivity --------------------------------- Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel  --------------------------------- Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

Today we are sitting down and chatting with Laurken Kendall. Laurken is an internationally published photographer-artist who is here to tell you all about the do’s and don'ts when it comes to getting your photography published. She shares the story behind her first publishing, why she references her photography as "empathetic art” and not a service, and how she has harnessed her own uniqueness in her photography and business in order to stand out. If you are wanting to take the next steps in getting your photography published, then dive into our conversation with Laurken on this episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast.  --------------------------------- Posing Guide Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/candid --------------------------------- Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel  --------------------------------- Courses: www.theheartuniversity.com/courses --------------------------------- Follow Laurken: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurkenkendall/ Website: https://motherphotographer.com/  --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity