Take It From Us

The tables have turned this week, with an interview with our other Co-Host, Dawn Charles! Dawn has been in the photography industry for over 13 years, and today she’s taking us back from when she first picked up a camera, to how her business has evolved as a wife, mom of three, and educator. Dawn brings an unique perspective to entrepreneurship as she talks about her degree in photography, as well as where her business has taken twists and turns. Regardless of where you are in your photography journey, this episode has some great lessons and takeaways for you!Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/051Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk’s new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world’s largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it’s MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 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 an interview with our very own Co-Host, Emily Magers! Emily has built an incredible photography business since she picked up her camera in high school, but there have been highs and lows along the way that she is spilling to us today. Emily brings a refreshing perspective to entrepreneurship that comes in handy when things get hard. Her story is a true inspiration! This episode is full of laughs, throwbacks, and practical takeaways so you can view your business in a better light.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/050Flodesk is the best email marketing tool out there, and it just got better! With Flodesk’s new checkout feature you can create high converting sales in 3 easy steps: a sales page, checkout and delivery! Get 50% off your first year with Flodesk by CLICKING HERE using code TAKEITFROMUS.Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world’s largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it’s MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 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!

Do you get caught doom-scrolling way too often? Meet Ellie, a North Carolina wedding + elopement photographer and educator who is here to chat with us all about comparison fatigue, and how we can combat feeling lesser than in the creative world. Ellie brings a ton of practical tips to the table for any creative, and we know you’ll walk away from this episode feeling refreshed! Let’s be honest, creatives, comparison fatigue is hard to avoid when you’re scrolling through social media seeing people’s highlight reels everyday. We’ve got you covered today with some help in combating just that. Ellie's Instagram: www.instagram.com/elliemckinneyphotographyFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/049HoneyBook - 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!Unscripted - Unscripted offers the world’s largest database of poses and prompts, an easy client management system and everything you need to feel confident as a pro photographer. Let us be the first to say – it’s MEGA helpful! CLICK HERE and use code TAKE20 to get $20 off your yearly subscription to the Unscripted Posing App today! 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!

Trends are moving quicker than ever, and sometimes it can feel hard to keep up! Video content or no video content? Film or Digital? The list goes on and on. Today we’re diving into 5 current trends happening now in the photography and social media world, and why we love (or hate) them. From content days, to reels, we’re covering it all.Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/048HoneyBook - Our favorite business tool that keeps us organized with clients, contracts, invoices, client workflows, and everything in between. CLICK HEREfor 50% off your first year!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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 Dani, an elopement photographer and educator who is passionate about empowering other creatives! In today’s episode, we’re diving into how the photography world has changed in the past few years, and how photographers can effectively and ethically navigate these uncharted waters. We’ll dive into Dani’s story, marketing tips, and how we can show up in a way that serves and honors our clients. If you’ve been feeling discouraged over your calendar, or are wanting to expand your reach in the photography world, this episode has a ton of great takeaways for you!Dani's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danipuringtonFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/047HoneyBook - 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!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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 on Take It From Us, Dawn and Emily are chatting with Lindsey Roman, photography educator and co-founder of The Heart University. Lindsey shares how she stays true to her authentic self online while juggling family and personal life with her business. Lindsey is passionate about helping creative entrepreneurs cultivate authenticity on social media and every business owner can learn something from her wisdom on navigating the online space.Lindsey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrslindseyromanFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/046HoneyBook - 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!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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!

For creative entrepreneurs, taxes can be one of the most misunderstood and intimidating parts of the job. Our names say it all… we’re creatives. Oftentimes, this leads us to dreading some of the legal and financial aspects of entrepreneurship. Today Emily is discussing preparing for tax season as an entrepreneur with Michael Hendrix, a CPA who works with a variety of entrepreneurs, including Dawn and Emily! If you feel overwhelmed by understanding taxes and your finances as a business owner, tune in as they dive into practical tax preparation tips. Michael's Email: mhendricks.cpa@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/045HoneyBook - 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!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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!

Feeling disconnected from your business? In today’s episode, Eden Strader shares how to integrate more of your personality into your business. She walks us through her story, steps to take in growing your business when the stakes feel high, and some lessons she’s learned along the way. If you feel like your business isn’t as reflective of your personality as you’d like it to be, or you’re wanting a creative refresh, sit back and listen as Eden shares her passion for uniquely branding and creating! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastFollow Eden on Instagram: @edenstrader Check out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/044HoneyBook - 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!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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 on Take It From Us, Dawn and Emily are discussing ways to step into the education space to take your business to the next level. They walk through where to start with education, how to execute your plans, and give lots of encouragement along the way. If you’ve been wanting to start offering educational content for your audience but aren’t sure where to start, this episode will be just what you needed to hear! Follow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/043HoneyBook - 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!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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!

Dawn Jarvis is an Oregon-based elopement photographer and photography educator (not to be confused with Dawn Charles)! Today on Take It From Us, she tells us all about how she niched down her photography business to focus on elopements in the Pacific Northwest, and how she marketed her business accordingly. If you’re a photographer looking to shift your niche, or even make the most of your local shoot locations, this interview will help you be encouraged and inspired in your business!Dawn's Instagram: instagram.com/dawn_photoFollow us on Instagram: @takeitfromus_podcastCheck out this episode's show notes: takeitfromuspodcast.com/episodes/042HoneyBook - 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!Redwood Presets - As photographers, editing is half the battle. If you struggle to nail your style and tones within your imagery, look no further than Redwood Presets. Get ready to achieve a warm and cinematic look with this preset pack by Emily Magers and Dawn Charles for Lightroom & ACR. CLICK HERE and use code "TAKEITFROMUS" to get 15% off!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!