Take It From Us

Well, friends, it has been quite the journey. It is with a heavy heart that we bring to you one last Take It From Us episode from Dawn & Emily. This episode really covers it all. They recap why they originally started the podcast to it’s bittersweet ending and how much work actually goes into producing a podcast. Dawn & Emily also share where their paths are heading now with expansions, rebrands and new adventures to be launched. Tune it for a real, honest conversation for one last time on the podcast. But, don’t worry Dawn & Emily aren’t going anywhere! At the end of the episode, they give you the rundown of their new ventures and where you can follow along. Tune in for this final farewell. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/081Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Did you know you can make money by selling stock images?This is a route of photography and income we’ve never talked about on the show, and we’re so excited for you to listen! Aubrey Westlund, stock photographer and passive income expert,  joins us on the podcast to chat about her personal photography journey. She teaches us how to get started shooting stock images, how to find an agency that is a good fit for your style, and how to gain traction and succeed in this niche. The best news? It is one of the easiest forms of passive income a photographer could possibly imagine! In this episode, we’re learning something brand new right alongside you! Grab your notebooks photographers, we’re all students today!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/080Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Everyone welcome Rocio to the podcast this week! Amidst the sometimes competitive photography industry, Rocio is a breath of fresh air in today’s conversation. Rocio brings a positive and authentic outlook on life and work that can bring us all a new perspective. She is encouraging all of us as creatives to be ourselves, because ultimately that is who our clients will trust. As a college drop out, Rocio explains her quick love of photography and how it changed her life. This episode is filled with heart, inspiration and all things photography, so don’t miss out! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/079Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Calling all business owners! You shouldn’t be afraid of your finances & LoriAnn Kuntz is here to show you why! LoriAnn joins Emily on the podcast this week to chat about managing money as a creative entrepreneur. She breaks down tax season, outsourcing, and gives us all the tips & tricks to begin understanding our finances. And the best news? This is a judgment free zone! Whether you balance your own books or you have no idea what that means, LoriAnn can lead you in the right direction. Every entrepreneur needs to listen to this one. Trust us, friends!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/078Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Meet Daniel and Shelby, the photography and videography duo known as Viby Creative! Daniel and Shelby are close friends of ours, and today on the podcast we’re talking about the good and the bad in the wedding industry, including some of our own horror stories! This episode is full of entertaining moments that every vendor and creative can learn a lesson from, while also having a few laughs along the way. Tune in for some fun!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/077Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Danielle Johnson is a 22-year-old SEO and blogging guru who is wise beyond her years! She joins us on the podcast this week to take us through her college dropout journey & how she is pursuing her business full time. She gives us some great advice on when it *might* be the time to listen to that gut feeling we have all had to take a leap of faith. She reminds us that blogging is NOT dead or as intimidating as you think! You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars or hours to see results from blogging and today she is giving us simple steps to start. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/076Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

Today’s episode is on a subject we know we’ve all struggled with from time to time… vulnerability! Dawn and Emily dive deep into what vulnerability means to them and how they’ve struggled being real on the internet as creators. If you’ve ever struggled with what to share and what not to share on social media we think this episode will make you feel seen. Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/075Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

From photography to Tik Tok to podcasting this week’s guest has done it ALL! Cassidy Lynne, a Michigan wedding photographer and educator, swaps her usual podcasting seat to join Dawn & Emily. Cassidy shares her journey from being a full time photographer to an educator and podcaster. We also dive deep into how to grow, create and go viral on Tik Tok within your niche. We already know this episode is one you’ll wanna hear twice.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/074Are you tired of endlessly searching through Facebook Groups and Instagram hashtags trying to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings? Say hello to Second Society, a platform for videographers and photographers built with high-level shooters all across the United States. They’re  here to answer the ongoing struggle of being able to find a lead or second shooter for your weddings. You can list yourself as a second or lead shooter looking for work, OR list yourself as the company searching for your perfect fit. CLICK HERE and use code "TIFU15" for a discount on your membership!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

We’re changing it up this week with a solo episode! We are sitting down, reflecting on last year, and talking about our hopes for 2023. Dawn explains her new exciting business plans for the year & Emily reflects on some of her personal goals. Don’t worry… you don’t need to have a vision board or a detailed plan of your year… because let’s be real, we don’t either! Grab your notebook, friends & let's start working towards our goals this year!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/073HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HERE for 50% off your first year!Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!

A special holiday calls for a special episode with very special guests…Our husbands, Tommy & Jeff, are joining us on the podcast to play the Newlywed game! We test the guys to see how well they really know us. From bucket list goals to coffee orders to pet peeves we’re asking it all.Practice some self love today by taking a break and laughing the next hour away with us on Spotify or Apple! Trust us, you’ll wanna listen to this one. 😂Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/072Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Take It From Us! As always, you can use code "TAKEITFROMUS" on both dawncharles.com and emilymagers.com to get 20% off of all the photography resources you need to propel your business forward. We'll be here cheering you on every step of the way!