"Stories have to be told or they die, and when they die, we can't remember who we are or why we're here.” 
Sue Monk Kidd

Stories that matter

1️⃣ “I’m not photogenic.” (You don’t have to be, confidence + direction beats “photogenic” every time.) 2️⃣ “I’ll book once I get more clients.” (Bold visibility is how those clients find you.) 3️⃣ “I don’t have time.” (Investing in yourself is what creates the breakthrough you keep waiting for.) If you want aligned clients, confidence, […]

Top 3 excuses I hear for avoiding a brand storytelling session

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December 5, 2025

THE NEWS IS OUT so I can share too and celebrate Sweet Pea Waxing Boutique and the women who make it a special place! “We are beyond thrilled to announce that we have been voted Raleigh’s Best Waxing for 2025 by News Observer. This incredible honor is a reflection of the hard work and exceptional talent […]

Sweet Pea Waxing Boutique

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November 1, 2025

Visionary VIP Day isn’t just a brand session. Nope it was created with feedback from my fave clients who said “I LOVED this all AND I would love even more support- for what to wear, etc to take it next level” and if you know me I am all about elevating and creating an amazing […]

Visionary VIP Session- let’s create an amazing experience for you!

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October 30, 2025

Sarah Walker is the founder of Wolf Consulting Services and we had such an amazing time at her Visionary VIP Session! After working in operations for nearly a decade, she launched Wolf Consulting to “support other business owners who may not be ready for full-time help, but still need a strategic partner to zoom out, […]

Sarah Walker of Wolf Consulting Services

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October 29, 2025

You’re showing up.You’re posting. But something still feels… off, right? That’s what I call the emotion gap.When your content looks polished on the outside, but doesn’t actually connect on the inside. It doesn’t say anything special about who you are and what you offer.  I used to think I had to look “perfect” to be […]

You are posting but something feels….off

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October 8, 2025

You know I tell the truth about building a brand and business I love and there is no gate keeping here! Having systems that support my definition of success, support an excellent client experience, and give me back time was something I recently invested with Colie James and her program Systems in Session. She has […]

Scaling my Business with Less Overwhelm & More Value- Podcast feature with the GOAT of systems Colie James

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September 24, 2025

Let’s talk headshots… Let’s be real: being in front of the camera is never easy. I get it- it is vulnerable and we can all feel nervous and wonder- what will I look like? I got you. The good news? You don’t need to be a supermodel to get headshots you love. You just need […]

How to Feel Confident in Your Headshots (Without Feeling Stressed)

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September 20, 2025

I absolutely do not take it for granted that I am invited in to your stories again and again. It is a gift to see your family grow and change. I was able to photograph the Dee family again during my quick trip to Chicagoland. Their youngest son Sean joined their family since our last session […]

Dee Family

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August 11, 2025

Brand Boost Mini Day was an absolute blast! Ladies, you showed up. You shined. And in just 20 minutes flat, we created way more than headshots. To every amazing woman who stepped in front of my lens: You brought your confidence, your spark, your true self. That’s the power of a Brand Boost Mini Day: […]

Brand Boost Mini Day June 2025

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June 29, 2025