Selfdom is defined as the essence of one's self. I want to share my own journey to help inspire others to live their best life. Life throws you curve balls, and change is inevitable so I hope to help you see how adversity leads to growth, and that you are not alone.
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Through this podcast I aim to bring you interviews from some of the most inspiring small scale entrepreneurs in the creative industry. Talking all things photography, fashion, tech & business. So if you want to gain insight, become inspired and gain valuable tools to create your dream life and bring your side hustles to life. Then this is the podcast for you. Happy Listening! x bonnie
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Self-love Thursdays with Mia Labo from Innermst - Find gratitude and presence with this weeks guided meditation.
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Our first self-love Thursday episode is here with the amazing Mia Labo from Innermost. These episodes have been designed with the intention for you to revisit again and again. This week is focused on self-love, and finding confidence within yourself. I recommend finding a quiet spot in nature, and just breathing slowly throughout the meditation. I …
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The power of Seed Cycling - helping women restore hormone balance naturally! A deep dive into hormone health, embracing our cycles and more.
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Today's episode is all about hormones, and more specifically the power of seed cycling! This is definitely getting some air time on socials at the moment so I am so excited for today’s guest. Sitting next to me is Mel Kovacevic, the founder of The Seed Cycle. I have recently gotten my period back and have been incorporating her seed mixes to my die…
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I got my period back! A jam packed solo episode chatting about hormones, healthy hair hacks and more.
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I was blown away by the amount of questions that were sent in for this weeks solo episode! I adore this community so much. I chat about getting my period back, finding motivation when you are feeling out of routine, my healthy hair hacks and more. I really love recording these solo episodes, so let me know if you want more of these.…
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Why we need to know whats in our beauty products! Mukti from Mukti Organics explains the truth in beauty and how to make the right choices when it comes to what we put onto our skin.
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Today’s episode is all about natural beauty and why we need to be looking out for what's really in the products we lather on our skin. I couldn’t think of anyone better to discuss with than Mukti. Mukti is the founder of Mukti Organics. Mukti wrote a best selling book Truth in Beauty, which she recently revamped and I have been glued to reading. No…
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Jessica Sepel the founder of JShealth dives deep into power of supplements, the negative consequences of fad diets, the sacrifice that comes with owning a global business & more!
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Today’s episode is all about the power of nutrition and feeling your best. I feel honoured to have the incredible Jessica Sepel, founder of JSHealth Vitamins on the mic today! I have known Jess for a very long time, she was one of the first wellness experts I followed, she had a blog in 2012 and it feels serendipitous to have her here. Jess’s own w…
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Body By Berner founder Bernadette Fahey opens up about her business journey, the power of the mind, how she finds balance and so much more
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Today I have the Pilates Instructor of Sydney’s elite, Bernie from Body by Berner! Bernie has created an empire with her sold out classes at their flagship Bondi studio. I have been to many of her classes, and your entire body shakes! Bernie wasn’t just an overnight success, she’s put years of hard work to make this happen and I can’t wait to hear …
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Solo episode - my favourite healthy treats, my journey off the pill, finding motivation, how to grow your social media following and more!
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This week's episode is a solo Q & A. I love recording these and seeing what you guys ask in the question box on the @Selfdom__ instagram account. I dive deep into my experience post pill (it's been around 3 months now!), how I manage sugar cravings, how I built a social media following, ways to find motivation when you're feeling low and so much mo…
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Finding balance when it comes to wellness, the power of affirmations and more with Katie Williams
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On today’s pod I have Katie Willaims. Katie is a force to be reckoned with, a former australian athlete of the year and world champion sprinter! This is my first time having an athlete on the mic, so I am so excited to learn from this powerhouse. Katie has the brains too with a bachelor of sports and exercise management, as well as a Cetificate 3 i…
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A workout is more than just the physical - Leah Simmons from KAAIAA shares her journey and wisdom, our mindset is truely our most valuable resource.
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On todays episode I have Leah Simmons, the founder of KAAIAA. Leah is a cerified pilates instructor, personal trainer and kundalini yoga teacher who radiates and shines good health. What makes Leah different to a lot of others in the wellness space is her desire to go beyond just the physcial self, she sees “fit” as the combination of mental, physc…
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Changing our relationship with food, finding friends in your late twenties, navigating social media and so much more with Caroline Groth
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Todays guest is Caroline Groth, a certified integrative health coach. I have been following Caroline since the early days of Instagram, she has shared her journey with food and mindset, inspiring so many women to live a healthy life. Caroline shares incredible gut healthy recipes that are easy and simple to make, she is also a yogi and exercise ent…
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5 ways I fuel and nourish my body - Solo episode with me.
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Today is a solo episode all about nourishment. I have had my ups and downs when it comes to how I fuel my body, but after years of trial and error I finally feel like I am in a really positive and balanced place. I am sharing my own personal experience and tips, and always encourage you to get your lab work done and see a nutritionist, because diet…
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How to get rid of toxins from our bodies with Lymphatic massages. A deep dive into feeling our best with Sophie Dulac, the founder of Forme
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Today’s episode is all about lympathic drainage, and more specificaly lympathic drainage massages! I have been obsessed with this detoxing mechanism for a long time but I feel like it’s really having its moment. A Lympathic drainage massage involves a gentle massage focusing on the lympathic system which is part of the immune system. I personally l…
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Fashion icon Elle Ferguson chats all things social media, business and why staying authentic has given her longevity in the industry.
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Today’s episode is one I am so excited about. Jumping on the mic is Elle Ferguson. I have looked up to her for so many years, she is an icon in the fashion industry, a business owner of the beauty brand ELEFFECT, and is forever inspiring me with all her incredible travels. I pick Elle’s brain on the social media space, starting a beauty brand, her …
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How to become your greatest self with Sarah Grynberg, the host of the "A Life of Greatness" podcast
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Today’s episode has me absolutey buzzing! Sarah Grynberg, the brains behind the podcast A life of Greatness is a true pioneer in the health and wellness space. Sarah shares her love for story telling by interviewing some of the most influential people. The likes of Robin Sharma, Ester Perel, Andrew Huberman and Doctor Amen just to name a few have b…
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Deep chats with Bella Varelis - How to build a career in social media, the power of the mind on our physical and mental body and such more.
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On today’s episode we have the incredible Bella Varelis. Bella is a style icon, sharing her fashion and travel through social media. She also her own fashion label The house of Eve. On todays episode we chat about navigating the high and lows that come with a career in social media, her journey in business, what helped her find her flow when it cam…
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Solo episode - why I stand by the 80/20 rule, my training schedule, body image, my experience post the pill and more
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This week I answer your questions! I love doing this type of episode because it's a great way to see what topics you want more of on the pod. Thank you to everyone who wrote in and who supports this growing community! I chat about my experience coming off the birth control pill, how I find routine even when my schedule is super busy, I dive deep in…
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Trust your gut! Carla Oates, the founder of The Beauty Chef chats all things gut and skin on this weeks episode
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Today is all about how to find beauty from within. Gut health is such a hot topic in the wellness world at the moment, but today’s guest has been a pioneer in bringing its importance to the forefront. I am so excited to have Carla Oates on the pod today! Carla is the founder of the beauty chef, a wellness brand that is leading the way at brining aw…
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Stop drinking from plastic water bottles! Naturopath Bianca Melas chats all things endocrine disruptors, hormone health and more.
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Today is all about natural medicine, how we can heal our gut, balancing our hormones, endocrine disruptors and so much more. As I’ve mentioned before, gut health is something I have struggled with through out my life, and recently getting off the pill has brought some more in-balances so I am very excited for this guest! Todays guest is Bianca Mela…
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Navigating dating life to find the one. All things relationships with Tom and I on this weeks episode.
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Welcome back to Selfdom beautiful humans. A safe place to learn and get inspired to live your healthiest and most fulfilling life! We have a very special guest this week on Selfdom. It’s my incredible partner in life Tom! This man has many credentials, above all is he the most caring and genuine human on earth. Apart from that he specialises in bre…
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I'm going off the pill! All things cycle syncing, hormone health and more with clinical nutritionist Sarah Cooper
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Today’s episode is one that I am really excited for, because it aligns to a big change in my life. I have been on birth control for a decade, and for fear of breaking out and other side effects, I haven’t gotten off it. A little bit about my own experience, I was put on the pill when I was 15 and didn’t really have a choice or know much about it. M…
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Getting into your flow state - what it means and how to do it!
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Today’s episode is all about finding your flow state! I discovered this term when I was reading The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler, and have since dived deep into ways to live in flow. I am sure a lot of you are wondering, “Dom what is this flow state?” The term Flow state was created by Mihaly Csikszentmihályi in the 1970s - referring to flow …
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Founder of The Pilates Class Jacqui Kingswell chats all things Pilates, running a business, her journey post partum and so much more!
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Today I will be chatting to the founder of The Pilates Class, Jacqui Kingswell! I am genuinely so excited for today because when I started Selfdom and created a vision board, Jacqui was a dream guest! We will be chatting all things Pilates! Pilates was invented around 100 years ago, and it is becoming an increasingly popular form of exercise. I pra…
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Mouth tape before you medicate - Ice bath expert Dean Gladstone talks about the power of the breath
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On today’s episode we have Dean Gladstone. Dean has one of the most impressive list of qualifications I have ever seen, but to name a few he is a certified ice bath instructor, a personal trainer, the founder of the app power of the breath and a lifeguard at my local, Bondi Beach! Dean’s purpose is to empower people to manage and influence stress f…
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Meditation will change your life - Leading meditation expert Luke Mcleod explains all.
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Today’s episode is all about meditation. Whether you are new to meditating or someone who has had a practice for years and years, I know you will gain a lot from this interview. Today’s guest is Luke Mceloud. Luke is one of Australia’s most popular thought leaders and practioners in mindfulnes and meditation. Luke has been practicing for over two d…
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Q & A with me - how I train, how to find your tribe, tips to make you present and more!
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This week I did a question box on the @selfdom Instagram and answered your questions. I speak about how I train, how to find friends who lift you up, how to be present and more. Let me know if you like this style of pod and I can do more! Thank you for everyone who asked a question. Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6TUp…
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Modelling 101 - How to start, how to thrive and more!
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Today is going to dive deep into the modelling - how to get started, challenges that will come up, how to handle rejection and so much more. Today’s guest is Shannon Lawson, a model, health and fitness advocate, digital personality and a mum! Shannon has been modelling for over a decade and has shot all around the world. Our worlds always seemed to…
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5 Tips For Becoming a Morning Person - solo episode with me!
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Welcome back to Selfdom. Today is a solo episode all about seizing your morning! I am the biggest believer in the power of a morning routine. This time is sacred to me, and sets the tone for my entire day. Creating a solid morning routine has been life changing for me. I am calmer, more focused and to be honest a nicer person in general because I h…
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"Being different is what colours the world" Former Miss Universe Laura Dundovic shines on this weeks episode
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On today’s pod we have Laura Dundovic. Laura is known for a whole variety of things, but as a back story in 2008 she won Miss universe Australia, kicking off a career for her in acting, fashion and so much more. Laura has a cert 3 + 4 in personal training, as well as a bachelor in psychology! She really embodies beauty and brains. What I love about…
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Model Trainer Janis Blums is back answering your questions!
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Today is part 2 of a 2 part series. Part 1 has been my most listened to episode, so I had to get this guest back! Janis Blums is one of Australia'a most sought after fitness coaches training many Australian and International models. Today’s questions are all from the listeners. There were over 100 questions so I’ve chosen a good mix to touch on nut…
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All things gut health and feeling your best - Clinical Nutrionist Brooke Kelly explains
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Welcome Back to Selfdom beautiful humans. I am so excited for todays guest becasue I genuinely save every one of her recipes. Brooke Kelly is a Clinical Nutrionist, sharing her love for nourishing food on her Instagram. I have been following Brooke for a number of years and she has inspired a lot of my cooking! I love that Brooke focuses on mixing …
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Why you need Self-Love to find Love - Deep and personal solo ep!
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Today we are going a little bit deep and a little bit personal. Self love is one of my favourite topics and It is something I work on every day. Like any relationship with a partner, family member of friend, it only exists when you put the work into it. I have had a lot of people ask about relationships on the Selfdom Dms, and you may be thinking t…
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How 5 minutes of breathing can change your entire day! Inspiring conversation with Breathwork coach Eddie Nelson
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All I can say is wow! Some conversations really click, and this was one of them. Eddie is a qualified breathwork coach and has inspired many with her teachings. Eddie explains how the power of breath completely changed the trajectory of her own life. This was a great reminder of how just 5 minutes of mindfulness can completely change your life. Bre…
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Why weights won't make you bulky - Model trainer Janis Blum explains all!
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On today's episode I chat to my personal trainer and good friend, Janis Blums. Janis is IMG's and CHIC's go-to when it comes to finding their models a trainer. He has taught me so much when it comes to the mind body connection, and he is the man who changed my perspective when it comes to weight training! I loved filming this episode. Let me know i…
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It is sad to think that as a child we are full of joy, even over the smallest of things. As we get older, we start to lose that inner child and get so consumed by the outer world. I hope you learn some new tricks in this episode that can help you to find happiness every single day.By Dominique Elissa
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Today’s pod is all about routine, which feels so fitting at the start of the year. My routine doesn’t make my life rigid, if anything it gives me freedom. Routine takes away a lot of decision making for me in the mornings and nights, which in turn gives my mind more time to be creative and make better decisions to the ones that really matter. On to…
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Today I am going to be covering the 5 ways I will be detoxing over the next 10 days. If you’re like me, by this time I am ready to get back into routine and have some alone time. I am craving a detox! A refresh before work and a way to get rid of some of the nasties i’ve put into my body over the silly season. The holiday season is absolutely a tim…
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"Negativity is worse than cancer" - An inspiring pod with my amazing mum
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My mum is my greatest inspiration. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to look up to this strong and resilient woman. We sit down and talk about her battle with cancer, how we should interact with others fighting cancer and what her greatest life lessons are. This was my first guest on the pod, and I am so excited to share more episodes like this. L…
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I loved reflecting on 2023, so I had to do another episode on this! I would love to know what your biggest takeaways were from this year. Send me a DM and lets chat about goals and what we want for 2024.By Dominique Elissa
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How the heck is it the end of 2023! This has been the fastest year of my life. This year has been full of highs and lows that have challenged me to say the least. However, I can see all the silver linings to each adversity, and I have learnt so much over the past 12 months. I am going to talk about the 10 things I have learnt this year. When I was …
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My 5 Non-Negotiables When it Comes to My Health
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MY FIRST EVER PODDY EPISODE!! I am so excited to share more on this channel. I am obsessed with all things health and wellness, and it feels so good to be creating content that means so much and that I know will be able to help so many people. I would love to build a community of like-minded people. Subscribe and follow me at @dominiquelissa & @sel…
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Ep 10. Matjoez and creating passive income as a Creative!
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In todays episode I am chatting with professional Time Warper Matthew Vandeputte...AKA @matjoez! He is an amazing professional timelapse photographer as well as you-tuber and all around savvy business man. He has built his following around sharing great content both in photography and helping creatives to make their own passive income. This is such…
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Ep 9. Alisha Love & how she created her Camera bag line TOG!
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In todays episode I am chatting with photographer Alisha Love! She is a brilliant headshot photographer based in the UK and she also has a premium camera bag line called TOG London. She shares with us her journey as a photographer and also her best tips on creating a product based business! Check out Alisha Love on instagram: https://www.instagram.…
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Ep 8. The business of being a model with Dominique Elissa.
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Today I am chatting with one of Australia's top working Models Dominique Elissa. We chat all about life and work as a Model and Influencer, her personal journey and how she's navigating and pivoting her business to adapt to these times of isolation due to the Corona Virus. Check out Dominique on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dominiquelissa/ C…
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Ep 7. The journey of photographer Studio Flamingo and ways to cope during The Battle of Covid-19 for photographers!
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Join myself and photographer Carlene Raschke (@studioflamingo) as we chat about her journey as a photographer, what it takes to make it in the industry & how she's travelled the world! We also talk about the current Coronavirus crisis....what it means for creatives and what we can do to protect ourselves and get through this tough time. Check out C…
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Ep 5. Lets chat side hustles...What I've done...How I did it...and what you can do to add to your business and drive passive income!
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Today's episode is a solo chat...I wanted to take some time to sit down and talk to you all about the side hustles I have brought into my photography career. I explain the different types of products you can offer, my top tips when building your new side biz and examples of what I have done and their varying levels of success. A fab episode (beside…
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Ep 6. Retail vs Wholesale...Starting a fashion Label with Parisa J.
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So...I know most episodes so far have been related to photography...But I wanted to chat with my good friend Parisa (and one of my long time clients) about starting and running a fashion label! As a creative who wants to bring on a side hustle and add to their brand...this episode is full of great info about setting up and running a business. We ch…
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Ep 4: How to use Meditation & Manifestation as a creative to create your own reality and crush your career goals with Rochelle Fox.
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Today I'm joined by Meditation expert Rochelle Fox who chats to us all about the power of Meditation and manifestation, and how we can use these tools as creatives to really build on our businesses and achieve some serious goals! A perfect poddy ep for early 2020 as we set our intentions to absolutely crush it (in both business and our personal liv…
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Ep 3 : Shooting Film, Social Media & life from the top (of LA's photography scene) with @Clint.
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In today's episode I chat with Clint who is absolutely dominating LA's (and the rest of the worlds) photography scene. We chat about the importance of focusing on social media, his switch to shooting film as well as his unique take on pricing for clients. An epic podcast ep with heaps of interesting info to digest! I hope you like our chat! Say hel…
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Ep 2: Photography, Youtube & Side Hustles with Anita Sadowska.
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This week I interview Photographer & Youtuber Anita Sadowska. We talk through her journey as a photographer, and Anita shares some awesome insights into working as a photographer on youtube including some behind the scenes knowledge into monetisation & sponsorships! A great 2nd ep and I really think you are going to link this one. Say hello or ask …
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Ep 1: The Creativepreneur Podcast - An intro with Bonnie Cee and her journey as a photographer!
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Welcome to the first episode of the Creativepreneur Podcast! I'm Bonnie Cee. A photographer/businesswoman and in my very first podcast episode I am going to share with you my journey as a photographer and how I got to where I am today! Through this podcast I aim to bring you interviews from some of the most inspiring small scale entrepreneurs in th…
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