Podcast Ep 342- Listen to this when you feel like nothing is working
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In this powerful and impassioned episode, Heather Lahtinen shares strategies for overcoming the "nothing is working" mindset that can plague photographers and entrepreneurs. Drawing on real-life examples, coaching insights, and practical exercises, Heather equips listeners with the tools to manage their thoughts, navigate challenges, and find clarity in moments of frustration. Whether you're thriving or struggling in your business, this episode provides invaluable insights to help you grow, adapt, and succeed. Show Notes: Managing the “nothing is working” spiral Identifying the root...
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Podcast Ep 341 - Why Your Photography Business Feels Stuck (And How to Fix It)
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen shares a candid and transformative conversation with Michelle Crandall. Together, they explore the elusive tipping point in your photography business—the one thing that might be holding you back from achieving success. Heather dives into the importance of self-concept and how trust, or a lack thereof, can be the biggest roadblock to growth. If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, or uncertain about the next step in your journey, this episode is for you Show Notes What is the Tipping Point? Discussion of Malcolm Gladwell’s...
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Podcast Ep 340 - This mistake is preventing you from growing your photography business.
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy Podcast, Heather Lahtinen and Nicole Begley dive into their entrepreneurial journeys, sharing the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped their careers. With over 36 years of combined experience in photography and business, Heather and Nicole discuss how embracing change, leaning into challenges, and following passion have transformed their businesses—and their lives. Whether you’re just starting out or considering your next big move, this candid conversation offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice. Show Notes: The...
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Podcast Ep 339 - Is Photography a Luxury or a Necessity? Let’s Redefine It Together
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen dives into the often-debated topic: is photography a luxury or a necessity? She unpacks the beliefs that may be holding photographers back in their businesses, explores how mindset shifts can revolutionize your approach to marketing, and provides actionable tips for showing up in a service-oriented way. Whether you’re struggling with self-doubt or hesitant to market yourself, this episode will empower you to embrace your value and cultivate the energy needed to connect with clients confidently. Show Notes: Why many...
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Podcast Ep 338 - How to Make More Money
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather dives deep into the often-overlooked topic of money mindset. Drawing on her engineering background, she explains how optimizing your thoughts around money can lead to profound financial breakthroughs. Heather shares her personal journey, resources, and the principles behind her two transformative courses, Empowered and The Wealthy Photographer. Whether you're thriving or just getting by, this episode will help you identify inefficiencies in your money thinking and guide you toward building wealth and financial peace. Show Notes: ...
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Podcast Ep 337 - "Why Are You Hiding Your Work? Uncovering the Fear of Sharing Your Photography"
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In this episode, Heather Lahtinen and Nicole Begley dive deep into the hidden fears that hold photographers back from sharing their work. They explore how societal expectations, self-doubt, and fear of judgment can influence photographers' decisions to keep their art to themselves. Heather shares her journey and insights from coaching in the Elevate program, including the incredible mindset shifts that have helped photographers achieve their business goals, land major sales, and show up confidently. Tune in for a heartfelt, insightful discussion on how to break free from limiting beliefs,...
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Podcast Ep 336 - Keep hitting dead ends in your photography business? This is how you move forward
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Book a unique 90-minute coaching session with Heather during Black Friday Week, beginning November 25th. In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen shares insights from a week of coaching photographers who are grappling with roadblocks in their business growth. Heather dives into how mindset and experimentation play crucial roles in overcoming these obstacles, focusing on how to reframe common struggles, manage self-doubt, and find opportunity in setbacks. She also shares her “scientific method” approach to trying new ideas, tackling failure, and continuing...
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Podcast Ep 335 - This One Phrase Can Get You Through Anything
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen shares a powerful question that can transform how you navigate life’s toughest seasons. If you're facing personal challenges or dealing with frustrations in your photography business, Heather’s approach—focusing on "Who do I want to be in this moment?"—offers a path to clarity, calm, and renewed control. With personal stories, deep insights, and practical tips, this episode encourages you to approach adversity with resilience and grace. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a fresh perspective that could make all the...
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Podcast Ep 334 - You’re Not a Fraud: Embracing Your Identity as a Photographer
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen tackles the often unspoken struggle of feeling like you don't belong. Whether you're transitioning into a new career or stepping into rooms filled with people you admire, imposter syndrome can creep in. Heather shares personal insights and actionable strategies on how to shift your self-concept, take control of your thoughts, and confidently decide that you belong in any room you're in. Listen in for encouragement and mindset shifts that will help you embrace your identity and add value, wherever you are. Show Notes: Heather...
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Podcast Ep 333 - The Power of Commitment: Elevate Your Photography Business
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In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen reflects on the importance of commitment in growing your photography business. Drawing inspiration from her recent Elevate Live Retreat, Heather shares how photographers can overcome indecision and procrastination to unlock their full potential. This episode dives into the mindset needed to push through challenges, learn from failures, and develop a successful photography business—one small action at a time. Show Notes: The Power of Commitment: Heather discusses how photographers often hold themselves back through...
info_outlineIn this new episode of the Flourish Academy Podcast, host Heather Lahtinen talks about the concept of overwhelm that many photographers experience and how it affects our ability to achieve our goals and enjoy life. She shares actionable insights and mindset shifts to help photographers navigate their busy schedules and transform their feelings of overwhelm into a source of empowerment.
This podcast is packed with real-life examples, thought-provoking questions, and actionable tips that will help you transform your relationship with overwhelm. Discover how to reframe your thoughts, embrace your current season, and set yourself up for future success.
Show Notes:
- The physical and emotional sensations associated with overwhelm and why we resist them.
- How resisting reality creates misery and repels opportunities.
- Techniques to identify and describe the physical sensations of overwhelm.
- Shifting from "I can't do this" to "I will figure this out" by recognizing our capabilities.
- Thoughts and encouragement to embrace and process feelings of overwhelm.
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