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Are your contact forms being filled out but then… crickets? You’re not alone, and the solution might not be what you think. If you’re a family photographer, this might actually be a you problem…not a client problem. Don’t worry because I’m here to walk you through exactly what could be going wrong and how to […]

In this episode of the Systems & Workflow Magic Podcast, I (Dolly DeLong) had the absolute honor of co-hosting a conversation with my Black Friday Summit co-hosts, Mara Kucirek and Rebekah Read, and our guest expert Kate Doster. And let me just say this episode was packed with wisdom, strategy, and major takeaways for any […]

If you’re a family photographer and you’ve been opening Instagram, scrolling past post after post of photographers showing off their latest sessions… while you haven’t had a shoot in what feels like weeks or even months… you’re not alone. The truth is, every photographer goes through slow seasons. But no one really talks about it. […]

Are you a business owner still waiting until the week of Thanksgiving to start planning your Black Friday offer? Let’s not do that this year. (Seriously…do NOT do that!)  In this episode of the Systems & Workflow Magic Podcast, I sit down with Joyce Hamilton of Only Boldly to explore how busy entrepreneurs—especially moms—can prepare […]

If you’re a business owner who wants to have a more streamlined and stress-free Black Friday season, now is the time to start preparing—and yes, even if it’s still summer. In this episode of the Systems & Workflow Magic Podcast, I brought back Pinterest strategist Kara Duncan to unpack how to use Pinterest trends and […]

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of running a Black Friday sale or, worse, you’ve thrown one together the night before Thanksgiving, you are absolutely not alone. But what if this year looked a little different? What if you had a strategic plan in place that not only warmed up your audience but […]

Why I’m Pivoting to Serve Family Photographers as Their Fractional CMO After a short pause from the Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast, I’m back—with a renewed sense of purpose, fresh clarity, and an even deeper commitment to the people I serve. Over the past few months, I’ve taken intentional time away from producing new podcast […]

How to Create a One-of-a-Kind Customer Experience That Converts Whether you’re a family photographer or an online service provider, delivering a solid client experience is non-negotiable—but have you ever considered how to intentionally create a customer experience that converts and keeps clients coming back? In this episode of the Systems & Workflow Magic Podcast, I […]

5 Powerful Ways to Use AI for Your Next Launch as a Solo Business Owner As a solo business owner, you already wear a dozen hats—but what if you could use AI for your next launch to save time, streamline your marketing, and still show up with confidence and clarity? In this solo episode of […]

The Ultimate Tech Stack for Creatives with Octavia Elease Running a creative business means wearing a lot of hats—but managing your client journey doesn’t have to feel like chaos. If you’ve ever found yourself juggling multiple platforms and piecing together systems that don’t quite fit, it’s time for a reset. In episode 177 of the […]