When we are distracted by the next new thing, it can lead to a lack of commitment, or even worse, discontentment! It's important to listen to yourself. Ask the part of you that gets easily distracted, WHY it feels that way. Shiny Object Syndrome is often fueled by something deeper like an unmet desire or burnout.  Grab Nichole's brand new Trello Wedding Workflow TODAY! This is the exact workflow she uses to keep her wedding clients on track in her wedding photography business. It's $10 off this week! Visit our podcast WEBSITE! Follow along on INSTAGRAM. Educational resources at The Nichole Lauren SHOP (with freebies!). Shoot with Nichole at The Styled Event. Shop Nichole's AMAZON Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!). Nichole loves her podcast website templates from EM SHOP. Nichole loves photo galleries with PICTIME. (Use code "YRWR66" for one month free!) Nichole loves PACKLANE for sending client gift boxes (click for $25 off)!

Running a successful small business all starts with getting help where you need it. While outsourcing is essential, implementing amazing systems and apps can be life-changing and a great first step. This week, Nichole breaks down the top 7 systems and applications that help her wedding photography business run as efficiently as possible and allow her to serve her clients well. Listen in and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! PhotoMechanic: Cull through images at lightning speeds with this app Nichole loves. Lightroom: Nichole edits 99% of her work in this Adobe app. She subscribes to the monthly photography plan which also includes Photoshop. Pic Time: This is Nichole's image gallery delivery system. Use code "YRWR66" for one month free! Google Workspace: Nichole uses several apps within Google like Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Drive, and more! I's essential to her business. Calendly: Nichole uses this app to convert inquiries to booking clients. This calendar signup system makes booking consultations very easy and works seamlessly with Google Calendar. Square: This is the management system Nichole uses to send invoices and sign contracts online. Trello: This is an amazing system to keep track of workflows. Nichole just released a companion product for Trello. (See below.) *NEW PRODUCT: Launching today is our brand new product in the Nichole Lauren Education Shop. Grab Nichole's brand new Trello Wedding Workflow TODAY! This is the exact workflow she uses to keep her wedding clients on track in her wedding photography business. It's $10 off today only!* Show Notes COMING SOON (on the blog). Visit our podcast WEBSITE! Follow along on INSTAGRAM. Educational resources at The Nichole Lauren SHOP (with freebies!). Shoot with Nichole at The Styled Event. Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!). More of Nichole's faves! (discounts + links below) Website Templates from EM Shop  Packlane $25 off!

In a world full of comparison traps, it's so easy to doubt ourselves. The world glaringly brings us every reminder that we are not good enough or not doing enough to achieve success by everyone else's standards. But can I let you in on a little secret. Pssst...no, lean in a liiitle closer. YOU are the girl for the job. No questions asked! Listen to this episode for my case in point why you are exactly where you need to be, doing what only YOU can do.  Show Notes COMING SOON (on the blog). Visit our podcast WEBSITE! Follow along on INSTAGRAM. Educational resources at The Nichole Lauren SHOP (with freebies!). Shoot with Nichole at The Styled Event. Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!). Nichole's faves! (discounts + links below) Website Templates from EM Shop Photo galleries with Pic Time. (Use code "YRWR66" for one month free!) Packlane $25 off!

Burnout is so common, especially as creative entrepreneurs. If we can avoid getting burnt out in our business, we can lead more profitable, happier, and more productive lives. Listen to this episode for the most common ways our lives can quickly lead to us feeling burnt out. Plus, stick around for tips to combat the most common burnout culprits. Show Notes COMING SOON (on the blog). Visit our podcast WEBSITE! Follow along on INSTAGRAM. Educational resources at The Nichole Lauren SHOP (with freebies!). Shoot with Nichole at The Styled Event. Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!). Nichole's faves! (discounts + links below) Website Templates from EM Shop Photo galleries with Pic Time. (Use code "YRWR66" for one month free!) Packlane $25 off!

As a law school student, my peers didn't understand me. I was running a full-time wedding photography business while studying to become an attorney. Listen to this week's episode for my full business story and all the small decisions that got me here. Hopefully it's a good reminder that your story does not have to make sense to everyone. It just has to be right for YOU! Show Notes COMING SOON (on the blog). Visit our podcast WEBSITE! Follow along on INSTAGRAM. Educational resources at The Nichole Lauren SHOP (with freebies!). Shoot with Nichole at The Styled Event. Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!). Nichole's faves! (discounts + links below) Website Templates from EM Shop Photo galleries with Pic Time. (Use code "YRWR66" for one month free!) Packlane $25 off!

How do I run a successful small business? How can I keep the balance between my 9 to 5 and side hustle? What are the essentials creative entrepreneurs needs to know? What are the best ways to market myself? How can I build credibility and attract my ideal client? If you’re asking these small business questions, you come to the right place. Welcome to The Self-Starter Podcast, an attorney-led business, entrepreneurship, and marketing podcast hosted by Nichole Lauren. This is a safe space specifically for female entrepreneurs to feel empowered that YOU are the girl for the job.