While the topic of money management is never sexy to talk about, and quite honestly one that many creative entrepreneurs like to avoid, it’s important to discuss because it can make or break your business. Luckily for us, my guest today, Melanie Sidlow, loves talking about this kind of stuff. Melanie is a Southern California elopement photographer, mentor, and she routinely travels to Hawaii and Montana for work.
During our conversation, Melanie shares her transition from wedding to elopement photography and the struggles she faced when trying to make a profit. She explains how she was able to not only recognize those issues with her finances but also how she was able to fix them.
She talks about the importance of separating your personal and business finances so you can really understand your income and expenses, as well as charging what you’re worth so you can take control of your work/life balance. We even dive into her morning routine and how that contributes to her overall success.
- Recognizing financial struggles
- The importance of separating personal and business finances
- Charging your worth and how that correlates to work/life balance
- Creating a solid morning routine that sets you up for success
Connect with Melanie:
Website: Melanie Sidlow Photography
Instagram: @melaniesidlowphotography
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