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The truths, the myths and the stories are all coming to surface right here. Enter into my personal diary of my thoughts, recovery and rebuilding of my personal foundation. Welcome to my space.
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Daddy Issues

Gloria Lavrisa, Sonya Mack, and Kaelyn Mack

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Join in for weekly girl talk as three sisters explore the mutual damage their father has done to each of them respectively in a self deprecating, funny and light way. Bonding over damage makes this a relatable show that is for anyone and everyone with childhood trauma! Each week we dive in to funny/sad/dramatic stories both current and past and unpack why it is 100% our Dad's fault in some way or another. Lots of laughs and sometimes tears, grab your drink of choice and commiserate with us a ...
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The Timekeeper: Win Or Die

Heart Starts Pounding

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The Timekeeper is a four-episode horror/thriller audio drama that follows 17-year-old Charlie and his best friends, Gama and Zoe, as they're pulled into a life and death version of a video game called 13 Keys. The Timekeeper is a Heart Starts Pounding production featuring Judah Lewis, Chandler Kinney, and Arjun Athalye. Executive Produced by Judah Lewis, Kaelyn Moore, and Matthew A Brown Check out our other show Heart Starts Pounding: Horror, Hauntings and Mysteries. Follow us on Instagram/T ...
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Beyond the Image Podcast

James Patrick: Photographer, Marketer, Storyteller

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Develop beyond the image in your career and in your life! Hosted by photographer, best selling author and entrepreneur coach James Patrick, this weekly podcast is made for entrepreneurs who are looking to level up their careers. This show will give you the tools, resources, insights and information you need to be unapologetically successful. Listen in and learn how you too can develop beyond the image! Check out more details at JamesPatrick.com and on Instagram @JPatrickPhoto
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Welcome to We Don't Do Normal! I'm Kristin - a travel obsessed wife and mama who loves finding ways to ditch the normal path that society paves and replace it with a life of freedom, fun and abundance. Freedom is at the core of everything I do. I love talking to people who have taken the reigns, flipped society the middle finger and decided to do life their way. These episodes are meant to inspire and encourage you to look at life with a fresh perspective, open your mind to what is possible ...
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In today’s episode, I want to talk about haters. Also known as, online trolls. In 20 years of running different businesses, I’ve had to navigate my fair share of trolling hate online. When you’re just starting in a new industry, this crap could be devastating. So, let’s talk about it. “If you’re not upsetting anyone, then you are simply not doing e…
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Ken & Melissa Robinson of Bourbon BonBons and Kentucky Sugar chat with us about being in the industry for over 20 years, and the good and bad that comes with owning and operating your own business. They discuss how they've been so successful over the years, scaling and growth, cashflow and how they've funded the business without taking on any debt …
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Before I really launched into my career as a professional photographer, I had a lot of hesitations and reservations. I had a lot of thoughts and questions about if I could make it. Had I allowed those thoughts to take root, I never would’ve picked up a camera. Let’s talk about what it takes to be successful. “What is actually stopping you from gett…
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Photographing SI Swimwear’s In Her Words with Taylor Ballantyne Hosted by: James Patrick We have a brand new approach for an episode today. I get to speak to a creative and we are going to unpack their catalog, work, and experiences and get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to bring some of these projects to fruition. My guest today who I’m…
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Things I USED To Think Mattered as a Photographer Hosted by: James Patrick There’s a handful of things I thought really used to matter as my career as a photographer. At some point in the 20 years, I’ve realized that these are things that don’t matter at all. Let’s talk about those things in this episode. “There is no right and no wrong in your sta…
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Producing a Fashion Photoshoot Hosted by: James Patrick We have a pretty large fashion campaign we’re doing in the studio tomorrow. This got me thinking about discussing all of the essential steps required in the pre-production of having a successful fashion campaign. Let’s get into it. “Once we set the theme, that will help us dictate all the othe…
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Today, we’re talking about the power of human connection. It is so easy to get lost in this endless sea of competition and comparison. It’s so simple to put yourself on an island and to contrast yourself against the rest of your industry and community. In this episode, we’re talking about working through that and forming connections. My guest today…
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Photographers Who Suck Hosted by: James Patrick Some photographers just suck, so in this episode, let’s give them a name. “The common denominator is them.” IN THIS EPISODE A list of photographers who really suck and why. What these photographers are doing in their free time. Advice for the photographers who made this list. Connect with James Websit…
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Self-Care for the Modern Entrepreneur with Daniel James Hosted by: James Patrick I still need to be reminded about the importance of prioritizing ourselves so that we can show up better in other places. We’re going to chatting about self-care today and where self-care could potentially be going. My guest today is the founder and CEO of Vortex, Dani…
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Should Photographers Give RAW Files to Clients? Hosted by: James Patrick Today, we’re addressing the question, “Should you as a photographer be giving away your RAW files?” Lets dive into it! “Asking for the RAW file ensures you’re getting the highest quality and highest file size.” IN THIS EPISODE Multiple reasons why clients may ask for the RAW f…
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When to Hire a VA with Kaelyn Marie Fuglaar Hosted by: James Patrick Today, we’re talking all about outsourcing: when to outsource, what tasks you should outsource, and how to get the most ROI when you choose to outsource. I’ve been outsourcing work for 18 years of the 20 years I’ve been in business and I can you that I wish I would’ve outsourced 2…
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7 Ways to Get MORE Clients as a Photographer Hosted by: James Patrick There is a very finite number of things a photographer can do to get work. In this episode, we’re diving into the 7 things a photographer can do to get more clients. “Nothing will work better than manual outbound.” IN THIS EPISODE 7 different strategies to get new clients. How pa…
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Why Your Ads Aren’t Working with Jason Wojo Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, we’re talking about how we can best leverage advertising to enhance the awareness of our brand and generate leads for our business. We’re also going to dissect what works in advertising and what may be a useless investment. My guest today is Jason Wojo. He’s a 9 f…
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Why We Closed Get Published LIVE Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, we’re sharing about why we’re closing the doors on something that we worked on over the last 10 years. “We decided we no longer wanted to be on the sidelines.” IN THIS EPISODE The original event and where the idea came from. The history of previous events. The reason behind …
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Getting Your Brand Published with Chelsea Clarke Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, I have Chelsea Clarke with me, the editor of Icon Refined Magazine. We’re talking about leveraging the power of earned media to amplify brand awareness and generate leads for your business. “You have to figure out what you’re bringing to the table, where it c…
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Leah and I had such a great chat about being intentional and how to make travel a lifestyle rather than just something you do a couple times a year. Whether you're an aspiring world traveler like I am, or just someone who wants to find adventure in your own backyard, this episode is sure to inspire you! Learn more about Leah and her Tour Company: W…
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Growth of Independent Magazines with Kaneo Biggs & Chelsea Clarke Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, I have two amazing guests with me; Chelsea Clarke, the editor of Icon Refined Magazine and the one and only, Kaneo Biggs, Publisher and Editor in Chief of Ellements Magazine. Today, we’re diving into how magazines have changed and evolved ove…
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Shooting the Cover of Paradise Valley City Lifestyle with Nadine Bubeck Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, we are going to be diving into my recent cover shoot for Paradise Valley City Lifestyle magazine. My guest today is Nadine Bubeck. She’s the publisher of Paradise Valley City Lifestyle magazine. “I believe in timing, I believe in fate. …
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Lauren is such a sweet soul! We had a great conversation about how travel changes you, a near death experience, spiritual awakenings and so much more! You can learn more about Lauren below :) Website: https://www.bornenergy.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/born_energy/ We Don't Do Normal Updates: Website: https://www.wedontdonormal.com/…
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Are Business Coaches Lying to You? Hosted by: James Patrick Are business coaches lying to you? If you’ve seen this show or listened to any previous episodes, you know the answer is probably going to be yes. So, let’s unpack what that looks like. “You can’t actually coach someone in 15 minutes.” IN THIS EPISODE A sneak peek behind the scenes of a bu…
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Kaitlyn and I had such a fun chat. We covered everything from world travel to figuring out who you really are to building a fun AND successful business by doing what you enjoy. To learn more about Kaitlyn and her consulting business, check out the links below. Kaitlyn's Website: https://thekcc.co/ Kaitlyn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kait…
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Let’s have a conversation about how you can be pricing your photo services. “Pricing as a creative is hard.” IN THIS EPISODE Determining what you should be charging. 3 pillars that will guide you as you price your services. The questions you need to answer before pricing your services. Establishing the creative and economic value. Determining the o…
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Second episode is in the books! I had such a great time chatting with Kaelyn about travel, homeschooling, building a VA business and the freedom that comes from creating your own American Dream. Curious about the VA world? Kaelyn is the perfect place to start. Kaelyn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaelynmarievirtualassistant/ Upcoming IG Li…
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Welcome to the first episode of the We Don't Do Normal Podcast!! Today we're talking with Angela Wills about creating lifestyle freedom by building a business that aligns with who you are, what you love and what you're good at. This conversation was so much fun! Thanks so much for listening! For more information about Angela and her business: Angel…
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Why the Algorithm Hates You Hosted by: James Patrick Do you ever get a feeling that the Instagram algorithm hates you? I think I might have an idea why. Let’s dive into in this episode. “It was already daunting to begin with and it seems to have only gotten more daunting. ” IN THIS EPISODE What content is working right now. What content isn’t worki…
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Red Flag Requests for Clients Hosted by: James Patrick I’ve fallen for some pretty dumb requests as a photographer. In this episode, let’s look at some of the red flag requests that potential clients could be throwing your way. “You are not required to work for less to help someone else make more.” IN THIS EPISODE Things James has fallen for in the…
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Dealing with Excuses Hosted by: James Patrick People making excuses about why they don’t want to buy our products and services sucks. But, maybe we’re not actually hearing and understanding why these excuses are happening. Let’s talk about dealing with excuses in today’s episode. “What does that say about your confidence in your product or service?…
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What to Charge and How to Set Your Rates Hosted by: James Patrick My most profitable years in business were not the years that I made the most money. In this podcast, let’s talk about how to successfully budget in your business and determine what you need to be charging so you can increase your profitability. “Not every hour you’re working in the w…
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Really Bad Pitch Hosted by: James Patrick I for a really, really bad pitch recently. So, let’s dive into why this pitch was so offensively bad and how to avoid pitches this bad when you’re trying to warn media features. “When we’re getting pitches, we have to really quickly decide if this person is right for our audiences.” IN THIS EPISODE The key …
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Photo Scam to Watch Out For Hosted by: James Patrick There’s now a new scam out there to watch out for and photographers are the ones being targeted. Let’s talk about it in this episode. “Scammers are often provided scripts and manuals to help them increase the attraction you have to them and decrease any resistance or barriers you might have,” IN …
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Be the Perfect Podcast Guest with Ella Lucas-Averett Hosted by: James Patrick There are few things more frustrating and more annoying than when you bring a guest onto your show and you’re excited to dive into a conversation with them, but that guest falls completely flat. In today’s episode, we’re going to be chatting about how you can show up and …
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Getting Rejected to Speak on Stage Hosted by: James Patrick I just got rejected and that sucks. In this episode, I’m talking about how to navigate and deal with it. “It’s equally as important to talk about the things that I, as a host but also a coach, am going through that has not worked.” IN THIS EPISODE Why it’s important for James to share this…
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Avoid Being Taken Advantage of in Business Hosted by: James Patrick Do you ever get the sense that someone is trying to take advantage of your business? In this episode, we’re going to talk about how to spot it and how to respond to it. “You are not required to deal with someone’s emotional immaturity.” IN THIS EPISODE Red flags to look out for whe…
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The Software Every Entrepreneur Needs Hosted by: James Patrick I’m in a lot of Facebook groups for my industry and I see a very similar question pop up a lot. “What is the best software for…?” “What is the thing you use for…?” Regardless of what the question was, I have an answer for you in today’s episode. “The best one to use is the one you’re us…
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Get Your Brand to Stand Out with Chris Do Hosted by: James Patrick On the podcast today is Chris Do. He’s a branding coach and branding strategist and the recent cover of our issue of Icon Refined Magazine. “You’re either selling or being sold to.” IN THIS EPISODE How Chris started in branding. Why entrepreneurs struggle to understand how their bra…
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Jerks Who Undercut Rates Hosted by: James Patrick A photographer tried to poach my clients by telling them he would charge them less. In this episode, I’m sharing why it didn’t and won’t work out for him. “Competing exclusively on price will eventually put you out of business.” IN THIS EPISODE 4 reasons undercutting prices won’t work. What caliber …
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Cyber Security Tips Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Heather Monthie Hosted by: James Patrick I got an email yesterday about what is being dubbed as the mother of all data breeches which has impacted billions of individuals. I get emails like this every other month or so. It easy to look at these big companies and think it’s too far away to actually…
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When Everyone Does What You Do Hosted by: James Patrick “But everyone is a photographer now.” That was told to me by a photographer as a reason why their business was struggling. Let’s talk about why this isn’t a valid reason. “Ifl that is what you believe, then it’s going to be true.” IN THIS EPISODE The same thing James has heard for 20 years. Wh…
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Dealing with POS Critics Hosted by: James Patrick Early in your career, there are few things that will derail you faster than when you go to share your work online and someone jumps into the comment section to give you unsolicited critiques. Today, let’s talk about how to navigate this and deal with these people. “No one has the right to get betwee…
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Avoiding New Year Burnout with Dr. Meredith Butulis Hosted by: James Patrick Today, I’m exhausted and already on my third cup of espresso and it’s barely noon. Part of this is because it’s the start of the year and I have this massive sense of overwhelm of trying to get so many things done in this perceived finite amount of time so that I feel like…
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How NOT to Blow Your Podcast Interviews Hosted by: James Patrick Congratulations! You just booked an interview on a podcast. So today, we’re diving into how not to blow this opportunity. “Podcasts are a phenomenal way not only to amplify your authority but to generate leads for your business.” IN THIS EPISODE Why podcasts are great for your busines…
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Finding Your Summit with Jenn Drummond Hosted by: James Patrick Now that we’re into a New Year and I’m sure you’ve set some aggressive goals for yourself and hopefully a plan to achieve those goals, I wanted to bring on a special guest. My guest today is Jenn Drummond. She just dropped her brand new book called, “Break Proof: 7 Strategies to Build …
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Clients Not Paying? How to Respond Hosted by: James Patrick Are your clients not paying your bills on time? That can be super frustrating. So, in this episode, we’re diving into how to get your clients to start paying up and how to prevent these situations from happening again in the future. “Always have terms and conditions.” IN THIS EPISODE 5 rec…
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How to Get Published in ICON with Chelsea Clarke - LIVE Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, we’re explaining why our team created ICON Refined Magazine and how to contribute to future issues of the magazine or be featured in future issues of the magazine. The editor of ICON Refined magazine, Chelsea Clarke, is on the show today to answer all …
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Well… That Didn’t Work! My Best Failures of 2023 Hosted by: James Patrick Happy New Year! I have a little bit of a bone to pick with the annual recaps, the top nines, and all the posts reflecting on the past year and only shedding light on the things that were positive or reframing things so they look more positive to our audience members. Let’s ta…
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How to Set Your 2024 Business Goals Hosted by: James Patrick This is the 3rd year hosting the annual business strategy session. The goal of this session is to help give clarity when it comes to setting your goals for the New Year. “We don’t check back in on the goals we’re setting for ourselves.” IN THIS EPISODE Reasons why accomplishing goals we s…
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Why Your Sales Suck Hosted by: James Patrick In this episode, James is talking about the biggest reason why business owners aren’t selling. “You cannot make a sale you did not ask for.” IN THIS EPISODE The main reason you’re not selling. How to start making more sales. The excuses we tell ourselves. Why you should make your offer the most important…
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How to Hack Productivity Hosted by: James Patrick In today's episode, we have a huge announcement for you. James is also going to talk about goal setting, what he used to struggle with while setting goals, and how to get productive throughout the year. “We are wired to procrastinate on things.” IN THIS EPISODE A huge announcement!! What usually hap…
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Funny Thing About Regret is… Hosted by: James Patrick After reading a book about regret by Daniel Pink, I started to think about the biggest regrets I’ve had in 20 years of entrepreneurship. In this episode, I’m sharing those with you and what they all have in common. “I am fair more likely to regret the things that I did not do, then the things th…
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